Composure Magazine #8

ISSUE #8

The New King of

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Robin LORD Taylor Katherine

M cNamara beyond the shadows

Josh

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on walking with the dead

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so I obviously can’t reveal anything but I’m sure it will be a-mazeing – see what I did there?

here is much written about Katherine McNamara regarding her successful young acting career and university graduation at the age of 17.

However, Katherine leaves a lasting impression on people not through her resume, but through her thoughtfulness and sweetness. Toting her fur baby Sophie on the Composure photo set, Katherine was a delightful actress to work with. Read on to find out what’s ahead for Katherine McNamara.

CM: With a long list of credits already under your belt, what has been the most influential factor for your acting career thus far?

KM: I think the most influential factor for me so far has been the fact that I am, and always will be learning. I am a perpetual student. I love to learn and am very aware of the fact that I have so much to learn from the people I work with. As such, I am constantly looking at how people around me work, how they handle situations, and how they tackle the tasks of the job.

I am listening to directors, writers, and producers in their dealings with me and with other departments so I am aware of the big picture. That’s what I love about working in a creative industry. It’s all about learning, exploration, and making mistakes.

We take risks, we put ourselves out there with our work and in doing so we sometimes make the wrong choice. However, out of that mistake can come a new learning experience and the discovery of something you wouldn’t have otherwise encountered. That awareness of my constant learning and growth has colored everything I have done and every decision I have made in my career and will continue to do so.

CM: We saw the trailer for Shadowhunters and we’re hooked! Tell us about your role as Clarissa “Clary” Fray.

KM: I’m so glad you loved the trailer! It’s so exciting to finally have a chance to share the show with everyone. For those who don’t know her from the novels, Clary is a strong, independent young woman who grew up in Brooklyn with her mom and her best friend Simon. She is fiery inside and out, and very strong-willed and stubborn in her own way. One thing I love about Clary is that if she would have never met Jace in the first place and never been drawn into the Shadow World, she would have been fine. She would have gone to art school and followed her passion in that way. Instead she is pulled down the rabbit hole in a sense and forced to find herself again and become something she never thought she would be – a warrior.

Clary does make many mistakes along the way – she is so focused on saving the people she loves that she does not always think about the consequences of her actions. That focus comes from her fierce love and loyalty for the people she cares about. She will literally do anything, give up anything, risk anything to save her friends and family. That love is where her power truly lies.

Something raw, something that scares me a little, and something that makes people think...

CM: Congratulations on the success of Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials! It was announced that The Death Cure will be next - will we be seeing more of Sonya?

KM: Thank you! Scorch was such a fun film to make – we’re all so proud of it. I’m so thrilled to finish the trilogy. Yes! Sonya will be back for more in The Death Cure. They are still writing the script

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CM: Shadowhunters is based on Cassandra Clare’s best-selling book series The Mortal Instruments. Have you read any of the novels?

KM: I am working my way through the novels.

They have been on my list forever but I never got a chance to read them until working on the series.

I was reading them while we were shooting but I had to stop – wires were getting crossed as I was reading about parallel demon hunting missions between scripts and books. I’ll be finished with the series soon though. I actually really enjoy the books. Cassie has created such a rich world – it really informs what I do on set to know her vision of the character.

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CM: How similar/different is the TV series from the novels?

KM: I know many fans of the books are skeptical about a new interpretation of the novels but not to worry! As a fan of the books myself I assure you that all of us involved are taking extra care to make sure we do justice to the books. Something I have learned from the social media interaction we have had as well as meeting with the fans is that these books and the characters within them are so beloved to so many people. These are their heroes and we are bringing them to life. It’s such an exciting prospect, but also a huge responsibility. I can’t say too much in detail about the show as of yet, but our main goal in all of this is to create a new interpretation of the story that appeals to newcomers to the Shadow World as well as those who know the books cover to cover. We basically cover the same A to Z story as City of Bones – however, because this is a new interpretation for television, we have the liberty to add some unexpected twists and bring in some characters from later books as well as new characters to keep even the most faithful fans surprised.

CM: We imagine that the show involves a lot of special effects and looks like there are a lot of fight scenes - can you give us a run-down of what a typical day looks like for you on set? Was there any training involved?

KM: There is nothing typical about a day on the set of Shadowhunters. That’s part of why this project was so enjoyable. We go to work every day and it’s a new mission – fighting demons, befriending warlocks, discovering secrets of the Shadow World, and so much more. In all seriousness, yes we had quite a bit of both special effects and stunt training. The special effects were more of a technical concern. They would explain to us what would happen in post-production and what actions and shots we needed in order to accomplish that.

It was often tedious but it definitely pays off in the end. The training was quite intense. We had fitness training, weapons training, and gymnastics training in order to make sure that we were all in top demon fighting condition. Whenever we had a spare moment between scenes or shots, we were usually in the stunt room on set playing with the arsenal of weapons to improve our skills or learning choreography for the fight sequences in upcoming episodes.

CM: Clary Fray has fiery red hair so we have to know -

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how often did you color your hair for the role? Any tips on how to keep your beautiful locks healthy?

KM: Even though I am a natural strawberry blonde, we wanted to make sure that we had the perfect shade of Clary Fray red for the show – especially establishing her look for the first season. As such, I did dye my hair for the show although it took a couple weeks for the creative team and myself to compare notes and discover what the perfect shade would be. I think the team really came up with something great. My hair grows quickly and I had to wash it often because of training and the product used during shooting so I had to dye my hair quite often to keep it looking fresh on camera. My main tip for keeping it healthy is to eat right and drink water. That has so much to do with the health of your skin and hair. If your hair is going through a lot like mine was, I would recommend deep conditioning it with a hair mask once a week or so.

I did during production and it worked wonders.

CM: It seems like you have portrayed a wide range of character types - what kind of roles do you hope to do more of ?

KM: This is an extremely difficult question for me…

I really want to do it all! Creating characters and telling stories is what I love and hope to be doing so for the rest of my life. My answer to this question is always changing as well which makes it increasingly difficult. I guess my artistic hunger du jour is to do something gritty and very grounded in reality.

The worlds of Maze Runner and Shadowhunters are fraught with fantasy and while that is such a joy, I really am longing for a project that plays with the fantastic world that is the human psyche and the relationships between real people. Something raw, something that scares me a little, and something that makes people think when they watch. I love when I find a script that seems challenging. I’m always up to push myself to learn and grow and I love the opportunity of taking risks in my work.

CM: Do you have other passion projects outside of acting?

KM: One passion project I’ve been working on for a while is my music. It’s something I’ve always wanted to do but never had the time. There are some very interesting things in the works that I cannot wait to share. Also there are a few pieces of literature that I have adored for years and want to produce. Hopefully I will have the opportunity to

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do so in the near future.

CM: It’s a well-known fact that you graduated from university at an age when most are graduating from high school. Is there anything you would have done differently? Did you go to prom? What has been your biggest takeaway from the experience?

KM: People always ask me if I feel as though I missed out since didn’t have the traditional high school and college experience. Would I do it differently?

No. I would not trade any of the experiences, the memories, the lessons I have learned in the past few years for anything. So I didn’t go to prom, I didn’t live in a dorm, I wasn’t a part of that. Instead I got to pursue my passion and build a career for myself early on. I was able to get my education in a way that worked for me and in a way that creates a synergy between education and career. My biggest takeaway from the experience is that giving up is the easy answer. No is the easy answer. However, if you work hard, if you are really passionate – you will find your yes. There is always a way to accomplish what you want. You simply have to refuse to take no for an answer and work until you find that yes.

CM: Who is your #MCM and/or #WCW? KM: My #MCM will forever be Ryan Gosling in The Notebook. Need I say more? My #WCW at the moment would have to be Brie Larson. She is a risk taker in her work and has some really exciting things in the works. I aspire to follow in her footsteps and become a strong fearless woman on screen and off who has still managed to maintain the charming things that make her an individual.

CM: What’s ahead for Katherine McNamara?

KM: Who can say for sure? I like to keep my options open for whatever comes my way. I can say with certainty that I hope to be working on projects that push me and challenge me to grow personally and professionally. I hope to continue making projects that start conversations that need to be started and help people open their minds to new and different points of view. I hope to be able to continue doing what I love for a living and creating characters that take people on a journey. Here’s to the next step!

Shadowhunters premieres on Freeform (formerly ABC Family), Tuesday 1/12, 9/8c

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We were invited for an exclusive preview of the upcoming BARE Spring/Summer 2016 line and to meet its co-founders Jessica Biel, her brother Justin Biel and longtime family friend Grason Ratowsky. The trio’s Denver-based company launched in 2013.

Their concept is a line of eco-conscious, socially responsible travel accessories that focus on high quality material, practicality, and simple yet inspired design. Chatting at the launch party with Ratowsky, BARE’s lead designer, it was so clear how much care and thought go into his pieces. We have always found that when someone is truly passionate about their work and gives it the highest level of craftsmanship and focus, the end result dazzles more often than not. BARE is most definitely one of these circumstances. Each piece carries with it a story, given that he finds his vision through travel, art, and a deep appreciation for the many cultures he has encountered around the world. He began by using reclaimed materials from his travels and repurposing them into new unique pieces. Even now, Ratowsky works to upkeep this same spirit, always keeping a sustainable mindset and using diverse, global inspiration. These pieces are made for an adventurous soul, by an adventurous soul. We sure feel the wanderlust.

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hoever said ‘persistence is the key to success’ was talking about Josh McDermitt. He began his career by persistently calling in at a local Phoenix, Arizona radio station under the guise of different voices, later joining the station as a producer before transitioning into television. Since then, Josh McDermitt has made multiple television appearances, finishing as a semi-finalist for Last Man Standing and also playing the role of George Payton in the hit show Mad Men. Currently, Josh is playing Eugene Porter on AMC’s Walking Dead, all the while rocking his iconic mullet on and off screen. Josh sits down with Composure to share more about his personal experiences on the show, as well some of his other adventures- being a qualified hot air balloon pilot!

CM: How has your experience on the show been so far?

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JM: Working on The Walking Dead has been so fulfilling creatively. It’s awesome to go to work every day and be around people who are filmmakers. I’m reminded all the time that our crew is a film crew and not a TV crew and there’s a bit of a difference in that. From top to bottom, everyone who is there wants to be there and deserves to be there.

There are no egos, no divas, it’s very supporting, and everything is a collaboration. People say it all the time, but it’s truly an exceptional work environment. It’s what working in Hollywood could be all around but I think there are definitely other productions that achieve what we have as well. I feel a bit of a culture shift happening in Hollywood where we don’t put up with stuff like the attitudes of the diva actors, or ego clashes with the producers, and it’s becoming more about the work itself. It’s fun to watch a guest come to work on our set and see their mouth hang open ever so slightly as they say, “This is incredible”. Because it is.

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JM: The only expectations I ever have for the show is to not really have any expectations. The writers and producers are constantly striving to push the boundaries and reinvent the show. I think they’ve done a great job so far and I feel like we’re in great hands. However, I will say one thing I look forward to is how the producers are going to sock me in the gut every time I read a new script. It’s one of those things where after the cast reads the next episode, we start calling and texting each other to see who else has read it. We’re giant fans of the show too, and so to get the scripts before anybody else in the world is pretty awesome. We dissect every word and action in the script with each other just like the fans who watch them at home.

this guy funny?’ but rather, ‘How do I make this person seem real?’ or ‘How do I bring out the truth with this guy?’ Because the fact is, people are funny, especially the most serious people. I got my start in improv and sketch comedy at the Groundlings in Los Angeles, which is also where I met my friends in Robert Downey Jr. Jr. The Groundlings’ entire approach is character based. What are the behaviors of this character? How is this person real? It’s not from the angle of what joke can be made. If you read a sketch from the Groundlings, chances are what you read on the page isn’t that funny. It’s the behaviors of this character; who they are as a person is what makes it funny. So in that we find a lot of truth and honesty in the characters, and therefore my approach to comedy and drama remains the same.

CM: Your character is a zombie apocalypse survivor with an intricate personality! Do you resonate with any of Eugene Porter’s characteristics?

CM: You were a former radio producer before you moved to LA. How would you describe your journey since your transition into television?

JM: I think there was a time in my life where I related to Eugene more socially than I do now. I definitely pulled away from that awkward time in my life to fill in some of the gaps with this guy. I love the element of Eugene where he thinks outside the box and will literally do anything he can to survive. He knows he will never be a badass like Michonne, Daryl, or Abraham, but he has the brains to survive… all he needs is the confidence. I think that’s something that everyone can relate to on one level or another… just needing confidence to overcome weakness. Whether that confidence comes easily to you or not, my bet is we’ve all felt that in some way or another and that’s what I love most about this character. He’s all of us. I find it funny when I hear people talking about which character they’d be in the apocalypse, “I’d be Rick!” or “I’d definitely be like Carol!” But the truth is, most of us would be Eugene and I sort of love that.

JM: I worked in radio for 14 years and when I first moved to LA, I thought it would be short lived because television is just a fad. It’s radio with pictures. ‘It’ll never last!’, I thought… Thank God I was wrong. Honestly the transition was pretty easy. I moved when I was 30 and still was in the process of figuring out whom I was as a person, just like when I was in my 20s. I was already working in an extremely creative environment, behind the scenes and on air. I had to deal with the business side of radio a little more than I probably wanted, but it helped me stay on task with my goals when I moved to Hollywood. I was doing standup comedy for a few years before I moved to LA, and every week we’d have the headliners from the Improv Comedy Club in Tempe, AZ on our show. I got to know a lot of big comics before I moved to LA and that helped out a lot. Joe Rogan had been a huge force in helping me get up and running in my career.

Without that guy, I’d be a few years behind. He would bring me on the road to open for him and was always showing me the proper work ethic necessary to have a shot at a career in Hollywood. Sometimes I feel like comedians by nature are lazy. The comics who work their a** off are the comics who tend to make a name for themselves.

CM: Any new expectations for season six?

CM: You are a member of the Los Angeles comedy group, Robert Downey Jr. Jr. As a comedian, how have you incorporated comedy into your acting?

JM: Comedy is where I got my start and it continues to shape every character I do. I never approach a character from the standpoint of ‘How do I make

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off screen! What is the story behind the mullet and is it here to stay?

JM: Sadly or luckily, depending on how you want to look at it, Eugene rocks the mullet in the comics.

When I was auditioning for The Walking Dead, there was a rumor that this character would have a mohawk. and I was a bit worried because I don’t look good with any part of my head shaved. But when I got to Georgia and found out I would get a mullet, I thought it would be awesome…until they cut my hair into a mullet. Then I cried for several months. It’s something I’ve grown to love and fully embrace now. Don’t get me wrong, I love that Eugene has a mullet on the TV show, I just didn’t want to have it in my personal life. I couldn’t get away from it. At first it looked like a baby mullet, almost like if someone was TRYING to grow a mullet. That was embarrassing. But now it’s such a part of me. I feel like Samson. The moment you cut my hair, I will lose all power. That will be a dark time for me, I’m sure.

CM: So…tell us more about your qualifications as a hot air balloon pilot. What motivated you to get a license?

JM: My family had a hot air balloon growing up. I know, what can I say? We were weird. In the way that some families have a boat, atvs, or mountain bikes, we had a freaking hot air balloon. My dad got to ride one year for his birthday and then decided to go out and buy a balloon. The problem with that is you need a ground crew to chase the balloon as it flies through the air. That was my mom and all the kids. So there was 8-year-old me, firing a giant flame into the envelope of the balloon trying not to catch it on fire; meanwhile, my friends were at home doing chores. Everyone in my family can fly, and my dad still has the balloon. Now he takes up his grandkids and they love it.

CM: Any other interests you would like to pursue in your spare time?

JM: I get addicted to trying new things. I will pursue something with such intensity for a couple months, and then move on to the next addiction. Right now I’m addicted to hip hop dancing. I’m horrible, but

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I love it. Christian Serratos, who plays Rosita on TWD, and I go dancing with an instructor every weekend. It’s a bit over-the-top, but until I find a new addiction, this will have to do. Before dancing it was archery. Again, Christian and I would go do target practice and push each other to do better.

Two of my nieces are nationally ranked archers and my goal is to beat them. Nothing says “family” to me like an uncle absolutely destroying his teenage nieces at archery. You could call me Katniss and I wouldn’t mind.

CM: What/who has been your motivation since entering the entertainment industry?

JM: I get motivation from people I meet who are just starting out in the industry. I remember how scary it was and what all that uncertainty was like. It motivates me to keep going, knowing that someone else is on the same path as me and I need to be on my game. I get inspired by them, too. It’s a very hard thing to give up a lot of things and move to Hollywood to pursue your dream. Yet people do it every day and that’s incredible. To see the work ethic that some people have motivates me to no end. I find it easier to work harder, push myself further, and find the limits and go past them when I see others doing the same thing.

CM: If you had the choice to work with anyone in the world, who would you work with and why?

JM: Seth Rogen. Hands down. He’s Canadian so that means he’s super chill. Seth makes me laugh, and I think he’s a terrific actor. 50/50 is one of my favorite movies and he’s wonderful in it. I like that he’s creating his own stuff with Evan Goldberg, and they’re basically able to call their own shots.

I feel like that’s a place most people want to be. I would love to play his brother in something. We have the same body. What more do we need?

The Walking Dead returns to AMC Sunday 2/14, 9/8c

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Start with pieces that fit YOU well. Add a layer based on the temperature and where you’re going. Next comes adding a jacket or coat that suits your body type, yet is equally unique (i.e. color, texture, length). The final step is to accessorize with jewelry, scarves, bags…

If you’re still stumped, then we’ve got you covered when it comes to your many style personalities.

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leopatra Coleman is an actress, a dancer and an aspiring DJ. Currently playing Erica on FOX’s The Last Man on Earth, Cleo is a multi-talented artist with a bright future ahead. She has worked on franchise films such as Step Up: Revolution and been featured in music videos of internationally famed Nervo and Far East Movement.

CM: Dancing has been an adventure that started at the age of 4 for you. What compelled you to want ballet lessons? Did the fact that your mother was also a dancer have any influence?

CC: I think it was a family friend. She was in ballet and I went to a class with her. It was just a kiddie class where we learned a dance to Under the Sea from The Little Mermaid, but I was hooked. Pardon the pun.

CM: What was it like to work on Step Up: Revolution as your first big screen film?

CC: It was the first big budget project I had been a part of. Before that it was much smaller Australian stuff, so it was great to be a part of a big spectacle where the city would close off streets for us, it was fun. It felt like showbiz! Also my first time in Miami. Also my first time being part of an existing franchise that had a lot of very enthusiastic fans.

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It also leads me to DJing. I love when a role teaches you a new skill, if you let it.

CM: You later earned features in music videos with artists like Nervo and Far East Movement - do you hope to do more collaborations like these?

CC: Absolutely. There are so many different mediums to express my art these days and music videos can definitely be a part of that.

CM: What inspired to go into acting?

CC: I think that as a dancer I was always looking for ways to stretch myself and acting was the next extension from dance. The all immersive performance. I was always the actress of the dancers anyway. Even before I was into dance I had a dramatic flair and would interpret things as a performance for my parents and their friends.

Looking back now I think it was my best form of communication. It’s always been natural to me.

Almost automatic.

CM: How did working on “Trains” with your father influence your development as an actor?

CC: My dad encouraged me to take part in making our own film to show me how to get a project from the page to the editing room and finished. It was a

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great exercise because it taught me just that.

CM: What was the transition to Los Angeles like?

CC: It’s on going. It’s weird and amazing.

CM: What was going through your mind when you learned that you got the role as Erica on The Last Man on Earth?

CC: Honestly it took so long for them to figure it out, it dragged on for what felt like months but it had to have been only a couple of weeks. It was freeing and super exciting and mysterious all at the same time.

CM: Can you tell us about Erica and what it’s like being one of the survivors?

CC: First of all, I love my The Last Man family. I adore them. So it’s fun, it’s funny and it’s wacky.

It’s also relaxed and hard at the same time and I love it just the way it is.

CM: The show is in Season 2 - what can fans expect to see from Erica?

CC: Erica has come to the forefront a little more this season which has been great. I can’t tell you what’s going to happen next but I love everything that’s been going on with Erica.

CM: Is there a personal story behind your tattoos?

What do they represent?

CC: Each one has a meaning. My eagle is associated with my sun sign Scorpio. The lightning bolt was for Patti Smith, she has one on her knee. It’s on the left side for my feminine power. Come to find out that Patti Smith’s lightning bolt was drawn by an Australian ballerina/ artist named Vali Myers. It always comes full circle.

CM: What’s ahead for Cleopatra Coleman?

CC: My own movies, other people’s movies. Just more creation and growth hopefully.

The Last Man on Earth on FOX, Sunday nights, 9:30/8:30c (12/13 is fall finale)

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Switch to a gentle, sulfate-free cleanser to soothe, not strip, dry, irritated skin.

Spritz on a facial mist to beat the dry air of central heating.

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Use a day mask for an early boost of hydration; apply after serum, have some coffee, check your email, then apply moisturizer.

Happy hour? Pat a droplet of facial oil on top of cheekbones for a dewy glow (and a delicate fragrance). Don’t forget to hydrate from the inside out with a glass of water for each cocktail.

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Keep lips moisturized, and slather on a hand lotion that protects and nourishes.

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Apply a sleeping mask to prevent evaporation.

As you sleep, moisture evaporates from your skin, especially in the drier winter months. Sleep masks contain thicker, more “sealing” ingredients, which keep moisture locked in.

Koh Gen Do All in One Refresh Gel $50, kohgendocosmetics.com

La Mer The Replenishing Collection $75, lamer.com

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BEAUTY De-stress

You’ve just gotten off the plane after a long flight, cramped in a middle seat and a crying baby just rows away. Sure, a drink may sound good, but doesn’t a massage sound better?

Head over to XpresSpa and treat yourself to a variety of treatments to unwind.

Massages start at $35 for a hand and arm massage, but for $5 more, why not get a blowout, which feels just as soothing, and you’ll look fabulous after.

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Sure, you can sneak in a few spritzes of fragrance to refresh at DFS, but why not indulge in an entire hand and arm massage with an amazingly scented body lotion, all for free? At Jo Malone, known for unexpected and layer-able fragrance combinations like wood sage and sea salt, you can do just that — all you have to do is ask! They may even gift you a little goodie, like a monogrammed ceramic ornament.

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Long layover? Sure, you could hang out at the bar until your connecting flight, but why dehydrate your already parched winter skin when you can get runway ready, courtesy of LAX’s newest beauty offerings. When Los Angeles’ LAX airport, one of the busiest in the world, began its $8.5 billion renovation in 2009, its Tom Bradley International Terminal (or TBIT to those in the know) got a good chunk of that makeover. And with partners like shopping center developer Westfield bringing in quintessential L.A. purveyors like Umami Burger, Lamill Coffee and Fred Segal (which carries local brands like the Malibu-based beauty line OSEA), along with DFS duty free boutiques that include Gucci and Hermès, travelers are able to experience a microcosm of L.A. without ever stepping outside. But really, what’s a true L.A. experience without a little pampering? LAX has got you covered there as well — all you need is inside access.

Just follow our itinerary here to turn your layover into a true makeover.

XpresSpa also offers facials, but if you just want to clean up a bit, head over to Bliss, the spa and skin care brand known for its smileinducing product names. This particular store doesn’t offer spa services (yet), but they will give your face a quick cleanse (gratis!) and maybe even demonstrate their best-selling Triple Oxygen Instant Energizing Mask on you.

(The foaming action is crazy).

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Beautify

Feeling better? Then head over to Bobbi Brown, the queen of fresh-faced beauty. The makeup artists there will give you a touch-up, a quick lesson or even do your whole face, free of charge. While you’re there, you may want to snag one of their specially priced kits for the road, like Smokey in Seconds or Rose Shimmer Brick Set.

Now that you’ve taken care of you, take care of your loved ones with some special gifts. For a limited time, DFS is featuring a pop-up shop of Dior’s private fragrance collection, La Collection Privée, the first and only one in travel retail in the Americas. Other standout lines range from La Mer to L’Occitane, Clarisonic to Kiehl’s, with a number of Korean beauty brands coming soon. And with a collection of high-end oud fragrances, special brand discounts, a loyalty program, as well as world exclusives, you’ll want to peruse the offerings. Insider tip: Both domestic and international travelers can avail themselves of TBIT’s beauty offerings — just show your same-day boarding pass at security.

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M: What was it like to grow up in your hometown in Russia? Did you always have thoughts of leaving to study abroad? What was that experience like at the age of 14?

OF: I love Ukhta (my hometown)! Since its located in the Northern part of Russia, the winter time was the most exciting for me as a child. The winters were always cold and long. We had a lot of days off because it was too cold for school, but NEVER too cold to PLAY in the snow! I lived in main town square and every winter the government would put up a tall Christmas tree and built a mini city out of ice with snow sculptures of Ded Moroz ( Father the Frost) and Snegurochka (The Snow Maiden). There were also slides and tunnels made from ice. It was my favorite time of the year. I am very close to my family and loved spending this time with them.

Since I was young, I have always wanted to travel and experience new things. I had met a few kids that were involved in an exchange program in the United States. They had great experiences and so many stories to tell, that it sparked my fascination with going to the United States - the land of opportunities! Leaving at the age of 14 wasn’t easy. I had to leave my family, my friends, and my country behind for a year. I had to live with a new family, go to a new school, and make new friends. I also had to learn a new language! However, I was so motivated and excited for the future that it really helped make the transition easier.

CM: You’re both beauty AND brains. Did you ever think you would end up choosing the path of modeling and acting?

OF: That’s really sweet and flattering to hear. To be honest, I was always intrigued with the “glitz and glamour” of Hollywood. But it felt so far away. I never thought I would be able to work in the industry. I was studying business when I was discovered as a model. It was completely unexpected and I was very shocked!

CM: Your role as Olga Petrovka on Agent X - can you tell us something about her that fans might not realize about the character? Does having the same first name make it easier?

OF: Olga Petrovka only had a few scenes in the

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first two episodes, but somehow with her cat-like reflexes, she has managed to stay alive! Throughout the season, she will appear and reveal reasons on why she is staying… *winks* It’s great to share a first name. It’s easier for me to find my chair on set.

Haha!

CM: What has it been like to play the mysterious Russian spy?

OF: Exhausting! Just kidding! She is very active and much more creative than I am. She is always up to something (usually trouble!). And she LOVES it! When I am not filming, I need time to unwind.

CM: You play opposite Sharon Stone as her potential threat - how does this continue to develop in the story?

What has it been like on set with her?

OF: As far as a potential threat, you’ll have to wait and see… I wouldn’t continue to be a threat if I told you. Right? ;) It is a gift for any actor to be on set with a seasoned professional (like Sharon).

Sharon is such an inspiration to me. I appreciate her body of work and who she is as a person.

CM: Does your role reflect your personal life at all?

OF: I love caviar and champagne in the morning!

She and I left home at an early age and had to deal with the difficulties of learning a new language, being surrounded by new people, and trying to make new friends. We both like to have fun traveling and experiencing new things!

CM: As a Russian spy on the move, intense action is everywhere - did you have to physically train for the scenes? Did you background in martial arts come in handy?

OF: We had an amazing stunt team. The head stunt coordinator, Mike Massa, and my stunt double Elena Savko were really great in keeping us up to speed. I did get a three week intense training course before the pilot, and then continued my training as a form of exercise.

CM: Do you do your own stunts?

OF: As much as I am allowed to! Until I learn more, I leave the dangerous stunts for the professionals.

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CM: What do you do on your spare time?

OF: My new obsession is dirt bike riding. It’s such a great time and a fun community of people. I love outdoor activities (hiking with my dog, rollerblading by the beach, etc.). And of course, seeing movies and spending time with my family.

CM: If you were to binge watch another TV series, what would it be?

OF: Ray Donovan. I have heard great things about the show, but haven’t had a chance to watch it yet.

CM: Who is your #MCM and/or #WCW? OF: My father (Nicolai ) and my husband (Liam) are my #MCM. My husband has been my best friend, my biggest supporter, and the love of my life! He makes me smile every day! I am the luckiest girl!

I adore my father. I have always been my daddy’s little girl! He is the best father anybody can wish for. My #WCW would be my mom who I love to pieces! Most loving and caring person I have ever met. My parents are honestly the best! They have always been very understanding and supportive of my dreams and for that, I am forever grateful!

CM: What are some issue/projects that you are passionate about outside of modeling/acting?

OF: My friend, Jason Thomas Gordon, introduced me to his grandfather’s foundation, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. They pioneer research and treatments to help defeat childhood cancer. The amazing thing is that at St. Jude, no family ever has to pay. Jason is also a musician (in a rock-band called, King Size), and he started a campaign for the hospital called, Music Gives to St. Jude Kids. I love supporting them. I’m also a huge supporter of The Heroes Project! The founder, Tim Medvetz, is a friend of mine. He started this foundation as a great way to give back to those who have helped to protect our freedom and have given so much of their lives so that the rest of us can live out our dreams. Tim takes wounded veterans with him to climb the Seven Summits as a way to help provide inspiration and hope for veterans.

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cott Michael Foster seems taller in person, perhaps due to his easy going vibe. Not to mention, his affinity for strumming to his own tune made for a pleasant morning on the photo set. Currently playing Wick Briggs on ABC’s Blood and Oil, his portrayal of a bad-boy character seems to have an underlying goodness about them that keeps you wanting to learn more.

CM: As a man of many talents, we know you love to ride motorcycle. With a stunt double in Chasing Life though, did you ever think to yourself “Pffft, I could do that”?

SMF: I wanted to do the very first stunt on the show.

Leo rides his motorcycle past April and crashes. I didn’t think I could the crash but I wanted to at least ride it on camera for a bit. They wouldn’t even let me do that. Damn insurance.

have a good relationship with each other. Deep down that’s what they both strive for above anything else. The things they do to hurt each other is just them lashing out because they’re both hurting themselves.

CM: In what ways do you hope Wick’s character will develop? Any surprise turns ahead?

SMF: Well, I know what happens throughout the rest of the season so you’ll just have to watch! But let’s just say there are a few unexpected surprises for Wick.

CM: Speaking of real life surprises, you caused a ripple in the Instagram world with your amazing singing number with fellow castmate India de Beaufort. But for those in the know about Siren’s Eye, that was a welcome display of your musical talents.

Do you hope to create more music in the future?

“There’s a touch of ‘bad boy’ in a lot of characters I play.”

CM: After a few cliffhangers in Chasing Life, Leo eventually met his end. We’re pretty sure there was a collective cry of mourning. How was that moment for you? What was it like to portray the last moments of a cancer patient?

SMF: I loved playing Leo. It was extremely difficult to have to end his storyline but it had to happen. I just hope that I did a good job representing people who have to deal with those types of issues every day.

CM: You’ve gone from pure-hearted heartthrob Cappie on Greek to a bad-boy Leo on Chasing Life, to an even more troubled character as Wick Briggs on Blood and Oil. Is there a pattern here? How do you channel that bad-boy behavior?

SMF: There’s a touch of “bad boy” in a lot of characters I play. But if you look, they all have moments of being good, sweet guys too. Even Wick. I think it’s a balance.

CM: What can you tell us about Wick’s strained relationship with his father, played by Don Johnson, that isn’t so obvious to viewers?

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SMF: I’d love to do a musical one day. And it would also be nice to record an album. I want to do it all, really.

CM: While we’re on the topic of music, we caught a tweet on your Twitter account that tells us you’re a big fan of Christmas music. What 3 songs would you put on constant repeat?

SMF: “White Christmas”, “Baby It’s Cold Outside”, and “I’ll Be Home for Christmas”. You know, the classics.

CM: Outside of acting, what are some of your other passions? Can you tell us about what inspired your involvement with the Sue Weaver Cause?

SMF: That’s a family charity. I’ve been a part of that for years. As for other passions, I love animals and traveling. I’m about to take my dogs on a long road trip to see the country. Should be fun.

CM: What type of role do you hope to play next?

SMF: I’d love to do an action film. Maybe I could do some of my own stunts!

Blood and Oil airs Sundays 9/8c on ABC

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ennifer Ferrin’s career is diverse from daytime television roles that brought her two Emmy nominations to plethora of primetime shows.

Currently playing Louise Ellison on AMC’s Hells on Wheels and Abigail Alford on The Knick, Jennifer finds herself in many layers of 1860s and early 20th century clothing, in addition to navigating through a variety of social behaviors and mannerisms that define those two distinct periods of early America.

CM: What was life like before acting? And tell us something about you that the fans don’t know yet.

JF: Well, I tried everything- once! But my first true love was music, singing and playing cello and piano.

I started acting fairly young in high school doing musicals. Then I studied at conservatory and began working professionally in television even before I graduated. Also, I’m dying to get back on Broadway and do a play or musical! I’ve been working nonstop in TV and film the past several years and my soul really misses singing and connecting to a live audience. So, who knows, hopefully you’ll see me on stage in the coming year!

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CM: Would you say that your role on Hell on Wheels as Louise Ellison conveyed a particular message?

Where did Louise draw her strength from?

JF: It was important to me in playing Louise that she represented a particular kind of woman that you didn’t often see in that time period. There were so many highly intelligent, educated, innovative and inspiring women at that time, but they didn’t have an outlet for their voices to be heard. And being a female journalist at that time was a very serious and important responsibility. Regarding her strength, I think any time you’re the underdog, for whatever multitude of reasons, you have two choices: let it bury you or claw your way through to the top. And I think it was just in her bones to claw. I think it has to be if you’re going to be a journalist - you have to have a tenacity and willingness to maneuver a lot of setbacks and endure endless criticism… kind of like being an actor!

CM: How has Louise Ellison changed from Season 4 to Season 5? Remind us where we left off from Season 5 Part 1 and how did you feel about it?

JF: We left Louise at the end of Season 4 having ended her affair with Governor Campbell- choosing

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loyalty to the people and the responsibility to report the truth over her emotions, despite the repercussions. And we see those repercussions could be quite great after Campbell destroys her printing office. When we pick up in Season 5 part 1, Louise has discovered she is pregnantanother great consequence of her actions- and is seeking to terminate it. Despite her strength and perseverance, it actually becomes a very vulnerable and raw experience for her- something we have not yet gotten to see in Louise. I was very grateful to our writers for allowing me to reveal that part of her. I’m actually quite comfortable connecting to the deeper emotions of a character and playing someone like Louise for 3 seasons, someone who keeps her cards very close, it was like the floodgates could finally open. It was very gratifying.

CM: What can we expect in Part 2 of Season 5?

Being that it’s the final season, do you agree with how the ending will pan out or do you wish it was written different?

JF: Well I can’t give anything specific away for Part 2, but I can say that it feels somewhat like all the characters have come full circle. That is the privilege of knowing in advance you’re ending a series. I think every actor hopes that their character will have a grand exit of some sort. With Louise, I think she is a character who will always endure… and I think we see her out in that way.

CM: Being a part of two TV series that are both essentially period pieces, do you feel that it helped you prepare for both roles as Louise in Hell on Wheels and Abigail in The Knick?

JF: I really enjoy working on period projects. I find it really fascinating to play because there are so many social boundaries; layers and layers of manners, behavior, class, and clothes, literally so many layers of clothes! But beneath it all, everyone for the most part had the same wants and desires that we have now. And being that Hell on Wheels was set in the 1860’s in the Wild West, and The Knick was essentially 30 years later in NYC there were so many wonderful differences to play with and keep it compelling.

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battling with syphilis. What was it like to prepare for those parts in season 1?

JF: I had never played a character with a physical deformity before. And this one was front and center. But she wasn’t written as a victim. She had such a grace and sense of humor about it all that I found that to be a really attractive balance to play.

CM: Abigail receives a skin graft from John Thackery and reappears in season 2 with a nose. What would you say Abigail was doing in the meantime? How would you write that background story?

JF: Well I’d like to imagine she was recovering by the sea in southern France on her philandering exhusband’s dime…. and who knows?! Maybe on the days she was feeling stronger, she did go on little adventures to pass the time. But I also always imagined her desperately lonely. And I think ultimately that gets to her, which we see at the end of season 2 as her desire to be as she once was takes over...

season 1, I had sensed that there was so much more of her to uncover…so getting to flesh her out (pun intended) through season 2 was so gratifying.

CM: The Knick is directed by Steven Soderbergh what has it been like to work under his direction?

JF: Unlike working with any other director. Truly.

There’s this really interesting duality where he has such a subtle command of the film. In the sense that he is DP, camera op, and editor, but as a director he really just lets you do your work without too much involvement from him. At first that was really foreign to me, and I enjoy collaborating with directors, but in time it taught me to trust my own choices and my own voice much, much more. It was really a liberating and empowering experience.

“...you have two choices: let it bury you or claw your way through to the top...”

CM: What is her history with John Thackery, played

by Clive Owen? What does she really think of his drug addiction?

JF: They were in love. Quite deeply. It was a very special relationship - Thackery says she was the only one he ever loved. I think that speaks a lot to the impact their relationship had on him. And I think it breaks her heart to see his addiction. She still loves him and it tears at her to watch him destroy his life. She knows his demons but she also knows his heart. Which, I think, is what makes their connection so profound and so entangled.

CM: Fans (and the writers) instantly fell in love with Abigail in season 1 - will we see more of her in the coming episodes of season 2?

CM: Can we expect a third season? If so and if it were completely up to you, how would the story develop?

What details would you include?

JF: That would be amazing!

But at this point I have no idea what their plans are for another season. If it were up to me, I’d love to see them jump around in time. Really play with the non-linear element…maybe have it be even more abstract where Abigail is someone else entirely… that would be fun!

CM: What’s ahead for Jennifer Ferrin?

JF: Well, after wrapping out Hell on Wheels at the end of the summer, I spent 6 weeks working on a really exciting film project. Unfortunately, I can’t reveal anything at this time, but I will say it was one of the most artistically satisfying projects I’ve ever worked on and I can’t wait till I can share it with you all!

The Knick airs Fridays 10/9c on Cinemax

JF: Yes! The writers were so generous with Abigail this season- something I was very grateful for. After

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t just five years old, Claire Coffee launched her career with the Mountain Theater Company in Marin, California, establishing her natural flair for the spotlight. Later on she moved to the Windy City to attend Northwestern University and earned her bachelor’s degree in Theater. Since then, she has transitioned from the theatric stage to grace the television screen, including appearances in shows such as NCIS, Bones, and General Hospital. Now as a recent mother of an adorable baby boy, Claire opens up to Composure about the joys of motherhood, as well as her role as Adalind Schade in NBC’s Grimm.

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CM: How has your experience on NBC’s Grimm been so far?

CC: Unbelievably great. It’s a wonderful group of people I get to work with. We’re all family at this point.

CM: Your current role as Grimm’s Adaline Schade showcases much intensity as a character that morphs between two forms, zombie and human. How is it like playing a role with dual characteristics?

CC: My character is no longer a witch at the start of Season 5 - she’s lost her powers for the second time.

Her focus now is on becoming a good mother to the

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baby she shares with Nick, and embracing this new level of humanity.

CM: With makeup and costume, your transformation from human to zombie is a drastic change. Did you ever expect to play this kind of role?

CC: I actually play a former Hexenbiest, which is a witch-like character, not a zombie. The witch side is all done with CGI, not makeup, which means I mercifully avoid hours in the makeup chair.

CM: Your pregnancy with your boy Calvin was also played into your role in season four. How did your reallife pregnancy affect your performance as a pregnant Adaline Schade?

CC: As I got far along in my own pregnancy, I was very very appreciative that the character was also pregnant so that I didn’t have to spend so much time on my feet or doing insane stunts or exterior night shoots. My own pregnancy was of course quite different from the character’s, but the discomfort and exhaustion of third trimester pregnancy is pretty universal, so it certainly helped with informing that piece of the work!

CM: You and Calvin were featured on the BabyWatch’s front page. As a Hollywood mother, do you have any intentions of introducing Calvin [and potentially future children] to the acting world?

CC: I would never discourage him from doing something he felt passionate about and excelled at, as musical theater shaped my childhood in such a positive way. But the business side of acting can be so brutal! I think I would have a really hard time sending him into that kind of a situation, knowing how much heartbreak lies ahead.

CM: What are some of your favorite activities to do off-screen?

CC: I love home improvement projects. My husband and I bought a 95-year-old house this year and are in the process of renovating it. It’s such a pleasure to be able to restore and update the house. Obsessing over tile, lighting fixtures, door knobs… It’s been so much fun, if totally daunting at times. The house

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also has a great backyard with lots of mature trees, so I’ve been spending some time out there, trying to green my thumb a bit.

CM: We are all wondering…What is it like being married to a musician?

CC: Ha! Being married to a musician totally depends on the musician! It definitely means tons and tons of frequent flier miles. Chris is on tour 70% of the year, so we fly out to meet him when my schedule allows. At six months of age, Cal has already been on seven round trip flights. He’s a total champ and rarely complains, unless he’s forced to be in the car seat for too long. It’s certainly challenging to be apart for so many long stretches, especially now that we have Cal, but it forces you to establish trust and effective communication early on, which is good for any relationship.

CM: Any dreams, career-wise and in general, that you are looking to pursue and fulfill?

CC: I think I am in the midst of fulfillment right now! I love my character, the work is constantly changing, and I have such respect for the people I get to do it with. Down the road, my husband and I dream of opening a coffee/pastry/wine/florist shop, encompassing all of our hobbies.

CM: What is next for you?

CC: I have no idea what’s next! I hope Grimm continues for another five years, and I hope that PDX starts offering more direct flights to the east coast so that it’s easier for Chris to get home from tour.

CM: Right now you are playing a zombie and human character, a role that requires a lot of transformation, make up, etc. Are there any other roles that you are interested in for the future?

CC: I miss performing in musicals, so it would be great fun to have a chance to do that again - on stage or otherwise.

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SPLASH MASKS Asians love to mask, and the latest masking trend is so new, Christine Chang of the natural Korean beauty site Glow Recipe had to break it down for us. “Splashing the face after cleansing with water steeped with rice or botanicals is a time honored tradition in Korea,” she says. This practice has evolved into the splash mask (or the “patting water pack,” as it’s called in Korea), which is “a completely revolutionary way to mask — with a blend of lactic acid and botanicals, splash masks instantly re-texturize skin — and completely different from a typical toner.” Just mix with water, pat onto skin for 15 to 30 seconds, and you get supple, baby-soft skin, as if you just took off a 20-minute mask.

Blithe Patting Splash Mask—Energy Yellow Citrus & Honey, $48, glowrecipe.com

CUSHION COMPACTS If you haven’t tried this revolutionary product yet, you need to get on it. Created by the scientists at Korean mega beauty brand Amorepacific, cushion compacts were made to address the problem of reapplying sunscreen on top of makeup. What they came up with is a specialized sponge (inspired by parking stamps) soaked in a “freshwater-in-oil” type sunscreen, which feels lighter and is more durable than other sunscreens. Applied with a special puff, the tinted formula is “stamped” (not rubbed) on top of makeup for midday protection. The one by Sulwhasoo, one of Amorepacific’s luxury brands, offers a more luxe skin feel, broad-spectrum protection of SPF 50 and glorious coverage.

Sulwhasoo Perfecting Cushion, $60, us.sulwhasoo.com

FACIAL MISTS For Asian women, skin care doesn’t end once they leave the house for the day; they like to take their skin care with them. And the easiest way to do this is with a facial mist, loaded with anti-aging and hydrating ingredients that won’t disturb makeup. SK-II’s new mist is infused with Pitera, its famed, skin-softening ingredient discovered when scientists found that the elderly women working at sake breweries had extraordinarily youthful hands. This mist actually penetrates makeup to lock in hydration for up to four hours with a single application.

SK-II Mid-Day Essence Spray, $80, sk-ii.com

TRANSFORMING CLEANSERS From the country that pioneered the double cleansing method comes a skin care category that lets you do just that, but in one step. Apply Dr. Jart+ Dermaclear Trans-foam Clay as a mask before you take off your makeup. After three minutes, after the French clay has dried slightly, add water and massage as the clay turns into a silky lather, removing dirt and makeup. With Erborian’s Solid Cleansing Oil, the solidified formula melts into an oil upon contact with the skin, dissolving makeup and impurities. When rinsed with water, it changes again, this time into a silky lotion, to gently cleanse skin. Dr. Jart+ Dermaclear Trans-foam Clay, $35, and Erborian Solid Cleansing Oil, $39, sephora.com

FIBER MASCARAS The best thing about waterproof mascara? It doesn’t budge. The worst thing about waterproof mascara? It doesn’t budge. In Japan, they revolutionized easy-to-remove and yet smudge-proof mascara with their groundbreaking fiber mascaras, and now Japan’s top selling mascara is even better, with a new film coating technology that encapsulates lashes and extends fibers beyond the tips of lashes, giving the look of lash extensions without the cost. At the end of the day, just rinse with warm water and the fibers slide right off. d.j.v. MIARAY Fiberwig Mascara, $19, ulta.com

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Laura Mercier Lip Parfait Creamy Colourbalm - $25.00 Thierry Mugler Angel Star Passion Edition - $120.00 Feel more confident with a spritz of Thierry Mugler Angel fragrance. Its daring and sensual scent is the ultimate must have for the holiday. macys.com

Get glamorous with the touch of one lipstick. Infused with a mix of vitamins and butter, this lip color will condition your lips while also giving you coverage and shine that you need to complete your look. lauramercier.com

Conair Detangling Brush - $5.99 This brush is our daily go-to detangler for hair. With its soft bristles, it will detangle wet or dry hair the gentle way; perfect for prepping your hair before styling. riteaid.com

RUSK Elixir Mist - $24.00 These days, frizzy hair is nothing new. With its new innovative packaging, this user-friendly spray serum will hydrate your hair and give more shine to it while also protecting from UV and thermal styling tools. ulta.com

Hourglass Ambient Lighting Edit - $80.00 This limited edition product is a must have all-in-one product for everyday use. Achieve a flawless complexion by applying powder, blush, bronzer, and illuminator all found in this one single palette. hourglass.com

Tata Harper Volumizing Lip & Cheek Tint ‘Very Popular’ - $35.00 100% natural, long lasting, and multitasking. With its smooth and bleandable formulas, this product is perfect for everyday uses. Apply this tint to the apple of the cheek and your lips to give a natural glow to your face. sephora.com

Giovanni Eco Chic Cosmetics Wellness System Scalp Serum – $9.95 Everyone wants to have a healthy hair. Use this product as needed before taking shower to intensify your hair shine and strengthen it from getting split ends. giovannicosmetics.com

Smashbox ‘Art.Love.Color’ Brushes Set - $69.00 These five signature Smashbox brushes dressed up in Yago Hortal’s one of a kind painting is a must have limited edition beauty product this season. Replace your old brushes with this collection for only $69.00! smashbox.com

Elemis ‘Pro Radiance’ Illuminating Eye Balm – $57.00 Get rid of your dark eye circles by simply applying this product daily. This eye balm instantly illuminates, moisturizes, and refreshes your tired eyes. nordstrom.com

Karuna Brightening+ Face Mask $28.00 This natural, single use, and deep conditioning facemask from Karuna helps minimize dark spots and uneven skin tone.

Add this mask to your skin care regimen before going to bed once a week to get that deep hydration for your face. sephora.com

Eminence Calm Skin Chamomile Exfoliating Peel $79.00 Regenerate your skin tone by using this peel once or twice a week. This gentle and all natural exfoliating peel removes dead skin and facial impurities, resulting in softer and healthier looking skin. eminenstore.com

Revision Brightening Facial Wash (pricing may vary)

Kenra Professional Perfect Blowout Light Hold Styling Crème - $17.00 Senna Brow Fix X Clear - $22.00 Keep your eyebrows in place by applying Senna Brow Fix Gel after drawing them in. This product will make sure that your eyebrows stay on fleek all day! sennacosmetics.com

Never forget to apply styling crème before blow-drying your hair. This Kenra Styling Crème is a go-to product for hair professionals to achieve that smooth blow out look while also functioning as a heat protection cream. ulta.com

For more matured skin, this cleanser is the perfect fit for skin care that gently exfoliates the skin while also cleansing and brightening with a radiant boost of extract derived from Vitamin C. revisionskincare.com

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ou may not know much about Robin Lord Taylor. And you wouldn’t be alone. Outside of his primetime on-screen performance as Gotham’s Oswald Cobblepot, more fondly known as the Penguin, Taylor maintains a rather intriguing, undoubtedly genuine, anonymity. And we don’t hate him for it. To be clear, there is plenty to know, and to want to know, about Taylor - an authentic artist, born and bred in small-town Iowa, now thriving in the concrete jungle that is New York City, forever humbled by his early struggles, ever challenged by his even greater successes. However, Taylor enlightens us, “What actors are attempting to create is an illusion that they are the character they’re playing. The more famous they become and the more people know about their lives off-screen, the harder that job becomes.” Respect. And kudos to you, Taylor, for your sincerity and admirable dedication to the art of acting, but boy, do you leave us achingly curious!

Lucky for all of us, Taylor is no tease. Gracious, and as sweet as can possibly be, he warmly invites us in for a rare glimpse inside his world, and we extend the invitation to you, our beloved Composure family, to come along for the ride.

words or movement, at that. “It’s a whole new skill set.” It’s a skill set that Taylor continues to develop over time, along with the rest of his craft, and the mark of a long journey is evident in his eyes, not in a weary sort of way but a rather hopeful one. He looks down our lens confidently, with an enticing intensity and the depth of a man with intent.

He is fully present and takes direction with great poise and grace, collaborative in spirit and always eager to learn. It’s difficult to believe that fashion and photo shoots ever were, or are, unnatural for Taylor, given the command and versatility of his look that lend themselves to incredibly powerful high-fashion visuals. Getting to work with different make-up artists, stylists, and photographers has opened his mind to the world of fashion and the idea of personal style as yet another means of expression, and he welcomes the opportunity to further challenge and engage himself and his art.

What was once a seemingly harsh exposure of his vulnerability is now the very fuel for him to be fearless and make bold choices, personal choices that enhance his growth and his artistry. “I never realized how empowering fashion is. It’s incredibly freeing to see myself in a different light.”

“Before I became an actor, I was very uncomfortable in my own skin”

It’s any photographer’s dream to work with such striking features as Taylor’s. You can only imagine our excitement about getting him behind the Composure lens - his captivating blue eyes underneath fine jet-black hair, his long, tall nose, thin lips, and pointy chin, and of course his trademark smirk, simultaneously mischievous and flirtatious. He charmingly admits that he used to dread photo shoots, finding it rather intimidating to simply be himself in front of the camera, furthermore to be tasked with filling mere split seconds with a relatable, palpable life, and without

Empowerment and its ideals carry an extremely intimate significance in Taylor’s life and career. “Before I became an actor, I was very uncomfortable in my own skin.” Taylor spent much of his youth in hiding. Gay and overweight, he felt out of the norm in every way imaginable, as far as Shueyville, Iowa was concerned. Beyond insecurity, it was out of necessity and pure survival instinct, that Taylor pulled into himself, often wishing to disappear altogether. “If they couldn’t see me, they couldn’t hurt me.” Athletics and most other social programs unquestionably out of reach, Taylor came to embrace the stage during junior high school and sought comfort in the idea of getting to be anyone but himself. It was another way for

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him to remain “invisible.” With each character he played, Taylor explored the feelings he’d been afraid to feel, achieved the bravery, assertiveness, and presence that he lacked, and became the sorts of heroes he could never be in real life - and it was acceptable because it was all in character, or so he thought. What he didn’t realize was that the feelings were real, the bravery was true, the presence was tangible, and the hero within was very much alive. Ironically, it was behind the guise of invisibility that he became, in fact, visible, less afraid of the consequences of being himself. It were as if he tricked himself into discovering his own personality. “Acting for me was always a safe way to show who I am...It’s funny, it took turning myself into other people for me to be okay with who I am as a person.” In that case, Taylor is, and has been, showing us a lot more of himself than he’s let on or that we’ve realized. We just haven’t been paying proper attention.

And there are many more people to whom we haven’t paid proper attention. There are many cases all too similar to young Taylor’s - people in hiding, underground and unsung. Unfortunately, not all those who relate are able to unbury the hero within themselves the same way Taylor has. But the need for a hero, whoever and wherever it may be, is greater than ever. In today’s unsettling global and political context and with an unprecedented exposure to news, social media, and an endless stream of information, the pressures to stay hidden extend beyond a local, isolated degree.

Therefore, people seek comfort in the idea of a hero, a solitary figure that can potentially fix it all, no matter how ridiculous it may be. In the last decade, we’ve witnessed the rise of the “superhero” in mainstream media. Classic tales of the human, inhuman, masked, and caped crusaders have seen multiple, multi-faceted rebirths, being retold and revolutionized in new and sexy ways. In many ways, Taylor believes this is a direct response to the state of our society. It’s a sort of escapism, and “it’s healthy,” he suggests. Our once ignored and misunderstood vigilantes have grown charming and their larger-than-life alter egos oh-so romantic.

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twist for every hero, sidekick, villain, and damsel in distress that has ever been, and even more for those yet to be conceived. The once trivialized world of comic books and geek-fandom has taken Hollywood and the world by storm. For example, last year alone, the top six comic book feature titles grossed more than $4.7 billion worldwide, spawning even further profits in related retail sales and events. Millions of fans flock to annual comic book conventions in San Diego, New York, Chicago, and more. With an ever-growing number of niche audiences, there’s a hero for everyone. Superheroes have become superstars, and there seems to be no end in sight of their reign. But, who’s to complain?

Who doesn’t love a good hero?

But what of the anti-hero? Our deliciously evil villains, without whom our beloved Superman’s and Batman’s and Everywhich-man’s have no calling or validation. We hate to love them. We love to hate them. Our perception of the “villain” is evolving, too, as we turn the pages of their backstories, humanizing them as we begin to understand and sympathize with the reasons why they are who they are. Within the ever-expanding comic book universe, there are so many of these villains, both old and new, that have built a voice and an audience, and we’ve come to love this forbidden kind of underdog story. There are two sides to every story, and alas, content creators and storytellers have begun to embrace the dark side. Among them, FOX’s Gotham has ushered in “The Rise of the Villains” in its second, and current, season, and it is here that Taylor takes root in the psyche of Penguin, who has taken control of the Gotham underworld and is now navigating the responsibilities of his newfound power.

portrayed previously by the likes of Danny DeVito and Burgess Meredith. Taylor specifically recalls watching the 1989 film, “Batman,” and instantly becoming a fan, deeply inspired by the iconic and simply unforgettable performances by the cast.

Since then, the franchise, its heroes and its villains, has seen numerous iterations and interpretations.

And continues to grow today in print, merchandise, animation, and live-action capacities. Big shoes to fill, one would think. However, a fearless Taylor has laced up and polished his very own pair of Penguin shoes, maimed foot and all, and in them, has set out to walk a thousand miles.

It begins, literally, with a physical transformation for Taylor to channel Penguin - the spiked hair, prosthetic makeup, three-piece suit, sunglasses, and signature umbrella.

“I am lucky,” he admits, “Once we get the last shot of the day, I am able to put Oswald away until I have to step into his shoes again.”

The real challenge, he shares, comes with the “emotional life” of Penguin. “He has to make terrible choices and see terrible things. Doing that all day long can wear a person down.” Every day, Taylor dissects a unique, full range of emotions both within and without his natural self. It’s an ongoing negotiation of how much of himself he can give to his character and subsequently to us, the viewers and fans.

Taylor’s Penguin is reveling in his newfound glory while battling the dirty consequences of his coveted throne and the power he’s lusted after his entire life. He is still learning, and therefore, so is Taylor.

“There is room for [Penguin] to grow and flourish in the most evil way possible. He craves power because he has been so powerless his entire life. As a bullied child who becomes a man who has to obey other people’s wishes, all he wants is to be his own person and to run the show as he sees fit. Obviously, one day he will get there, but not without many ups

“I just feel so much surer of myself and my talents, and I think Oswald does, too”

It’s a daunting task for Taylor, to take on a new life of a long-beloved character, famously

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and downs.” The two are seeing a positive evolution in their personal choices, to be truer to their own selves rather than what others want and expect from them. Artistry at its best.

Week after week, we’re experiencing firsthand the way Taylor’s character shapes into a true expression, extension of himself, his personal path of self-discovery. “The value in playing characters so different from who you are is that you can discover things within yourself that you may not have ever explored...The best part [of playing Penguin] is playing a character who is so much smarter than I am! I am having the time of my life. It’s been so fulfilling because ‘Oswald’ is not the most traditional villain. He is human and vulnerable and sympathetic. That makes him very interesting to me.” The richer the depth of his character, the more of himself he inevitably gives. In this way, he strives for believability and earnestness in his work.

Taylor reflects on his insecure past and the countless auditions that have emboldened him to find, and to embody, his voice as a great storyteller today. “My experience has been very close to that of Oswald’s, obviously in a figurative way. We both started out in our respective careers with very little influence, and so much of that has changed in the last year and a half. I just feel so much surer of myself and my talents, and I think Oswald does, too.” The positive fan reaction to Gotham and Taylor’s take on Penguin has proven positively overwhelming, incredibly humbling, and most importantly, empowering. “I just hope to show people sides of humanity that they may not have seen before. Or, in the very least, tell a good story that makes people think and feel.”

Go on, Robin Lord Taylor. Tell your story. We are a captivated audience.

Gotham returns on Monday, February 29, at 8/7c on FOX! If you missed it, catch up on the first half of season two on Fox.com, Hulu, or VOD.

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PR: We were in the studio and we thought it would be a cool idea to experiment with a cover. I love “Ignition,” and when we added “Do You” I think something very special and exciting happened.

CM: What was the inspiration behind your current EP and “Mine”? Was it your way of saying “here I am world, this stage is mine”?

PR: Haha I’m not sure. “Mine” is all about learning to accept yourself. I think failures and accomplishments

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both need to be celebrated in some way, so why not shout it from the mountain top? Maybe I am.

CM: Which came first - you as a songwriter or you as an artist?

PR: I was a songwriter first. I always felt like I needed to really concentrate on becoming a better writer before pursuing my own project.

CM: What was it like to see that Taylor Swift had included “Mine” to her list of “New Songs That Will Make Your Life More Awesome”?

when it would be my turn to take the stage. When the night came, it felt like my birthday party. Everything was magical.

CM: What were some of the challenges that came with touring.

PR: Long drives in the van were rough, and being away from loved ones is really hard, but I enjoy touring. Performing every night is the best thing ever.

CM: Which cities were your favorite to perform in?

PR: I felt like I was in a dream. I’m so grateful.

It’s something I’ll never forget

PR: NYC, Philly, DC, Chicago, LA, Grand Rapids, and Carrboro, North Carolina.

CM: You just came off of a tour, congrats! What were some of the highlights?

CM: You have signature green hair - any plans to change it up? Any particular affinity to green?

PR: Playing Webster Hall in NYC was the biggest highlight for me. I used to live around the corner from the venue while I was in school, and whenever I went to shows there, I would always wonder

PR: I love green, always have always will. I don’t see myself changing it up in any way other than making it even more green!

CM: If you were to do one, what would be your next cover song?

PR: I want to cover a disco classic. Let me get back to you on that.

CM: What are you top 3 “sing in the shower” songs?

PR: “Believe” by Cher, “Classic” by The Knocks ft Powers, “Sorry” by Justin Bieber CM: What’s ahead for Phoebe Ryan?

PR: Writing and releasing a debut record, and a lot of touring!

Mine EP available now on iTunes

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No need to get your head out of the clouds; get starry-eyed over heavenly accessories that are out of this world.

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1. Oscar de la Renta Extraordinary eau de parfum spray, $92, oscardelarenta.com 2. Nina x Swarvski “Prema” hair comb, $68, ninashoes.com 3. Nina “Hilda” clutch, $52, ninashoes.com 4. Efva Attling “Kaboom” 18k gold with white diamond earrings, $8,500, efvaattling.com 5. EF Collection pink sapphire and diamond crescent moon ring, $925, efcollection.com 6. Graziela Gems black starburst bangle with white diamonds, $6,850, grazielagems.com 7. The Crystal Cult “The Nyla” sunglasses, $28, thecrystalcult.com 8. Kat Von D Tattoo Liner in Trooper, $19, Sephora.com 9. CND Vinylux Weekly Polish in Glacial Mist, $10.50, ulta.com 10. Asos “Reward” ankle boot, $81, asos.com

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Gadgets That Make Your Skin Skin care has evolved far beyond the ubiquitous Clarisonic brush. Here, the latest innovations in beauty gadgetry.

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Foreo Luna, $199 The T-sonic pulsations of this bacteria-resistant silicone facial cleanser feels extra gentle on skin, though the round shape does take some getting used to if you’re used to facial brushes with handles. On the other side of the device are concentric silicone ridges that emit lower-frequency pulsations, which, according to the company, you simply press on problem areas like nasolabial lines, frown lines and even crow’s feet for an anti-aging benefit. Sephora.com.

Le Mieux Skin Perfecter, $225 Don’t let the stainless steel spatula scare you — this device pretty much does it all: cleanses, exfoliates and extracts clogged pores. It even stimulates skin and infuses water-based skin care products with 28,000 ultrasonic vibrations a second that create a process called cavitation, which drives actives deeper into the skin. All you need to know is that you’ll feel incredibly satisfied watching the excess sebum and occasional pore plug pop right out.

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Tria Acne Clearing Blue Light, $299 Suffering from moderate acne breakouts? Just glide this device, which uses the same nonUV blue light dermatologists use to kill bacteria at the source, over problem areas for five minutes a day. The tip warms as you use it, but not to an uncomfortable degree, and you won’t get the dryness or irritation of topical products. Triabeauty.com.

Kat Burki Micro-Firming Wand, $85 Think of this as your ring finger, but with micro vibrations utilizing the skin’s own ionic energy to drive actives 30 percent deeper into the skin. (In fact, it won’t start vibrating on any surface other than skin.) This is perfect for zooming in on wrinkle-prone areas like frown lines, around the eyes and those pesky nasolabials, and offers a moment of relaxation in your hectic morning regimen. Katburki.com.

PMD Personal Microderm, $159 For an at-home microdermabrasion system, it doesn’t get easier than this. The plastic tip and ergonomic handle allow for smooth maneuverability as powerful suction and aluminum oxide crystals remove dead skin cells and boost production of collagen. The beginner disc is a good intro if you’re a newbie or have sensitive skin, and you can increase intensity with six exfoliating discs. It does wonders for my oily T-zone, though always be cautious about over-exfoliating skin prone to hyperpigmentation. Getpmd.com. *Exclusively for Composure readers! Get 20% off a PMD Personal Microderm with promo code COMP20 at GetPMD.com. Good till Dec. 31, 2015.

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emily Beecham INTERVIEW BY JANE HONG

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ith a face that carries expressions of sweetness and sincerity, you would not expect to see Emily Beecham as a dagger wielding threat in her role as The Widow in Into the Badlands. We dig a little deeper into Emily’s transition into American TV and what makes the show a favorite that just recently nabbed confirmation for a 2nd season.

CM: Coming from life in England, did you spend much time in America before making the transition?

EB: Yes I’m actually half American. My mother is from Arizona so I’m there a lot seeing family. This is actually the first year I’ve worked in the States. I was a little cautious at first because the industry is so huge but it has been good so far!

CM: You’ve made quite the scene with your American debut as The Widow in AMC’s Into the Badlands.

Can you give us the background to your character?

EB: She is quite a maverick! The Widow came from a very different life situation. She was formerly known as Minerva, the wife of a baron. She was passive and witnessed things happening that she felt were unjust. She eventually took matters into her own hands and killed her husband and teenage son. She completely changed her image and became the formidable Widow.

CM: As one of seven barons, you are also one of

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few female barons. Does this cause more favorable relationships among the female barons, or does that not matter to The Widow?

EB: The Widow is focused on equality and because of that she is not biased either way. She understands the challenges that other females in the Badlands may have had to face; she has faced them herself but she is focused on men and women having an equal voice that’s heard. To me she is kind of androgynous and doesn’t identify herself through her sex but more through her ambitions and beliefs.

CM: The Widow has an all-female army, the Butterflies. Where does that name come from and what does it symbolize?

EB: Her Butterfly girls are young women who she has taken under her wing. They faced mistreatments and hardships like she had when she was younger.

She relates to these girls and wants to mentor them to be strong survivalists. The image of the butterfly is metaphorical of a transition from invisibility and weakness to something bold, beautiful and strong.

Like a caterpillar to butterfly. It’s also a symbol of freedom.

CM: Other than power and resources, what is it that The Widow really wants? What is it that she really fights for? How do you personally identify with her?

EB: The Widow is fighting for equality and what she feels is justice. She feels the system that is run

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by Quinn and the other barons is unjust and she wants to put a spanner in the works and turn it on its head. In episode 4 she is appealing to the civilians and telling them if they work for her she will give them freedom from slavery. She’s a bold person which I respect and her motives of equality are a positive one. However, The Widow is full of contradictions and always making unexpected decisions which keeps us guessing. She also remains much of a mystery throughout the season which I think makes her complex and interesting.

CM: The cast spent 5 weeks of training in the martial arts. What were some of the challenging aspects and how did you overcome them? What were the skills you were strongest at? Does this experience prompt you to learn more martial arts or other types of physical training?

EB: Truthfully the first challenge was the New Orleans heat. It was like nothing I’d experienced before and I’m partly from Arizona! We were training without air conditioning so our bodies would get used to the heat and we were dripping with sweat. My strengths were agility and flexibility because I had done a lot of ballet and yoga before.

Muscle strength and endurance was a challenge so I was drinking a protein shake a day, doing pushups, sit ups etc. Some days you just couldn’t move so it was definitely mentally and physically challenging!

Plus, I hate sit ups. Really hate them.

CM: What has it been like to work alongside Daniel Wu who has many years of martial arts experience?

EB: Daniel’s a very supportive and positive guy. He was encouraging and full of advice and tips. He had to fight an awful lot so I respected him for having the endurance as it must have been exhausting!

CM: You’re pretty deadly while wielding two daggers.

Does close combat play a factor?

EB: Thank you! Yes you have to be careful whilst slicing daggers through the air close to someone’s face even if that person is a stunt pro. The actors are obviously not as experienced so you have to be extra careful. It’s quite a contradiction whilst acting the fight sequences because you have to really go for it as if you are genuinely trying to injure the person without actually doing so! That’s why it’s more of a dance really. Your actions have to be very

strong but controlled and stay mentally relaxed so you don’t forget the choreography which could also end up in injury if you’re not alert!

CM: The show had strong ratings for its premiere episode. Will it go beyond the original 6 episodes that were ordered?

EB: It would be wonderful to start a second series.

It would be great to expand on the characters. Our fight skills will obviously improve and I think what we are able to achieve could get better and better.

We still have to wait and see. Fingers crossed.

CM: What kind of roles do you hope to do more of ?

EB: I love a variety of roles. I’ve played such an extreme of different type of characters really it’s almost comical how different they are. I’m not so focused on any particular type of role but more on scripts that are intelligently written and original.

The better the writing the easier it is to act and it’s gratifying to be in something that yourself and the viewers really connect with. Makes it a more rewarding experience.

CM: Outside of acting, how do you like to spend your time off-set?

EB: Reading, galleries, cinema. I like watching a lot of independent films. I like to wind down as acting can be very unpredictable. You often have no idea what’s going to come up in the next week. I like getting the opportunity to see friends and family because often you have to shoot in far off locations.

CM: What’s ahead for Emily Beecham?

EB: I’m shooting a film beginning of next year about a young woman in London who is going through something of a ‘late teenage rebellion’. It’s a black comedy drama. Completely different and I’m really looking forward to it. I’ll be spending Christmas in freezing Berlin - just for something new really! - and I also have a new film called Hail Caesar! premiering in February by The Coen Brothers.

Into the Badlands airs Sundays 10/9c on AMC

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With every new design, she continues to give us a glimpse of what it means to be luxury punk.

First launched in Spring 2012, The Office of Angela Scott has grown to have an international following.

Carried in stores from Neiman Marcus and Harrod’s in London to Tomorrowland in Tokyo, and worn by the likes of Ellen DeGeneres, Julia Roberts, Solange Knowles, Cate Blanchett, and Taylor Swift, the initial success of her women’s line prompted the launch of a men’s line, The Office of Mister Scott, in Fall 2013.

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Angela Scott

Fashion Designer Profile

California raised designer, Angela Scott is here to make a statement with her men’s inspired footwear.

Interview by Robiat Balogun. Written by Kathleen Rodgers

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uxury Punk. At first thought, these concepts seem mutually exclusive - one reflecting the upper echelons of consumerism, and the other standing fundamentally against that very conformity. But in their intersection lies the brilliance of Angela Scott, Melrose Avenue’s newest resident footwear designer.

Combining an appreciation for the legacy and quality of craftsmanship with a timeless yet individualistic design aesthetic, The Office of Angela Scott brand, in her words, is “a women’s luxury brand for women with confidence, who value independence, cultivate old-world attention to detail, and never take themselves too seriously.”

Both her style and her inspiration reflect the intersection of the old and the new. Inspired by her grandfather’s classic Italian-gentleman style and a constant desire to emulate her punk-rock brothers growing up, Angela Scott’s childhood memories embody what her collection has become.

The oxford shoe remains the foundation of The Office of Angela Scott’s footwear brand, which also includes boots, sandals and heels. And while her shoes, handcrafted in Portugal and Italy, may have traditional roots, nothing about her designs are mainstream. Mixing materials, colors, and designs, she creates shoes to be artful statement pieces rather than an accessory. In describing the inspiration behind her current Fall 2015

Angela Scott just passed another milestone with the opening of her first store on Melrose Avenue in Los Angeles. “Melrose is iconic,” Scott explains, “There is such a beautiful mix of luxury, street brands, and vintage.” A California native, Scott designed the space to give customers an immersion into California design culture. In addition to the full line of men’s and women’s shoes, the store will carry a variety of California based designers, from perfumes to hats to clothing, showcasing the vibrance of California’s creative heritage.

With sights set on growth, Scott has big dreams for what’s next. She hopes to open more stores in New York and Tokyo, as well as expanding her collection into a full lifestyle brand. “I like to think of the growth of the brand like a women’s overnight bag. One classic button down shirt, a cashmere sweater, a button down shirt dress, a chic pair of pants, a pair of oxfords, a pair of boots, and a leather satchel for business files, mags, and a laptop. Then you are good to go. If I could fill that checklist, that would be brilliant. Classics that will last a lifetime, never go out of style and always chic for a quick weekend.” If her shoe designs are any indication, this expansion will be met with eager anticipation.

If you cannot visit the store on Melrose, do not miss the chance to marvel at her brilliance. Head over to @ OFFICEOFANGELASCOTT on Instagram, where she explores her artistic freedom to “let everyone see my footwear journey from my eyes” and loves the way it allows her “to directly connect with customers all over the world through photography.”

The Office of Angela Scott. 7975 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046. www.theofficeofangelascott.com

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Make a statement with pieces that turn heads. Geometric shapes, prints and sheer panels will keep the guests guessing all night.

1 1 JLUXLABEL $70. 2 We Are Kindred $240. 3 For Love and Lemons $178. 4 Ripley Radar $425. 5 LuLu’s $178. 6 Melis Yildiz price upon request. 7 Chinese Laundry $90. 8 Aldo $80. 9 Uma K $242. 10 Bar III $50. 11 Marrin Costello $48. 12 Kalamarie $1,000. 13 Aldo $55. 14 Chic Buds $50.

Holiday Style Guide

Never blend in, always STAND OUT! We’ve got you covered when it comes to figuring out what to wear to your parties this holiday season.

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