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Art Seen: Strong Hues and Bold Brush Strokes Nicolas Blanchet and Michael Goyette’s Spring/Summer Bests Hair Trends to Keep Your Eye on Dainty Beauty Redefined The Best and Boldest Mascaras

Culture

Legendary Musician, Photographer, and Designer Lenny Kravitz Summer Reads MMFA Couture Exhibition with LaSalle College Get to Know Award-Winning Photographer Chris Nicholls

Fashion Editorials

Nowhere Girl: An Unorthodox Style The Fantasy of the Chanel Couture Collection

Cinema

The Muse of Mutiny: Sasha Lane The Best of Sundance Film Festival 2019

Fashion Talks

A Tribute to Karl Lagerfeld Ying Gao on Fashion, Design, Time, and Technology Marc Cain’s F/W 19 Collection with Actress Sarah Rafferty Interview with Canadian Top Model Rachel Roberts The Merging of Fashion and Technology

Lifestyle

Natural Ways to Boot your Mood Best Restaurants to Dine in Canada Canada’s Shopping Hot Spots

Design

Highlights from Stockholm Design Week Interior Influencer: Marcel Wanders

Style

Bare Necessities: All you Need is the Perfect Bag Hottest Trends This Season

Business Jewellery

Michele Romanow on her Keys to Success

Timepieces that Dazzle

Music

Sharon Van Etten’s Return to Music

Travel

3 Small Farm Houses to Visit

Herieth Paul's Cover: Sequin Net Embroidery Dress and LV Circle Ring Belt (Price upon request) LOUIS VUITTON. Loverstruck Earrings ($85) JENNY BIRD. Photography CHRIS NICHOLLS. Fashion Editor CARY TAUBEN at THE PROJECT. Makeup SABRINA RINALDI at THE PROJECT using MAKE UP FOR EVER. Hair MATTHEW COLLINS. Prop Stylist CAITLIN DOHERTY. Production BRODER PRODUCTIONS. Retouching LORCA MOORE.

to SPRING / SUMMER 2019 N° 45 President and Editor-in-Chief: Kathia Cambron C.E.O.: Shervin Shirvani Editorial Director: Sylvain Blais

PRODUCTION

Executive Editor: Rebecca Kahn Director of Marketing and Communications: Brenna Dixon Copy Editors: Rebecca Kahn Interns: Keana Hall

ART DEPARTMENT

Creative Director: Sylvain Blais Art Director: César Ochoa Graphic Designers: Marjolaine Blouin, Brandon Dick, César Ochoa, Robin Westfield On-Set Art Directors: Atelier Vingt Quatre, Kathia Cambron, Michael Goyette

FASHION

Fashion Editors: Kathia Cambron, Jahulie Elizalde, Fritz, Olivia Leblanc, Amy Lu, Peter Papapetrou, Cary Tauben Assistant Stylists: Marianne Caron

BEAUTY

Beauty Editors: Nicolas Blanchet, Michael Goyette, Olivier Miotto, Sabrina Rinaldi Makeup & Hair Artists: Nicolas Blanchet, Julie Cusson, Michael Goyette, Erol Karadağ, Grace Lee, Anthony Merante, Olivier Miotto, Paco Puertas, Sabrina Rinaldi Makeup & Hair Assistants: Genevieve Hardy

LIFESTYLE

Lifestyle Editor: Marie-Ève Venne

CONTRIBUTORS

Editor-at-Large: Stéphane Le Duc Senior Fashion Editor: Brenna Dixon Writers: Azamit, Carol Besler, Jane Bradshaw, K. Cambron, Aaron J. Cunningham, Brenna Dixon, Jason Gorber, Keana Hall, Rebecca Kahn, Stéphane Le Duc, Daisy Mellar, Marie-Ève Venne

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Carlos & Alyse, Ace Amir, Richard Bernardin, Darren Craig, Royal Gilbert, Lily & Lilac, Chris Nicholls, Carlyle Routh, Riley Stewart Assistant Photographers: Chris Cook, Emily, Jules

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CONTRIBUTORS

Lily & Lilac - Photographers

We asked our contributors for this issue to share their thoughts on the legend that is Karl Lagerfeld and how his work affected their own.

The Montreal-native twin sisters have been Dress to Kill contributors for 10 years. They now reside in New York and continue to pursue their lifelong passion of photography and fashion. “Karl Lagerfeld’s pursuit of excellence, meticulous craftsmanship, and dedication to the iconic Chanel brand was a source of inspiration for our work ethic today.”

Azamit - Visual Storyteller, In Toto and Founder, souk@sat

Azamit is a Montreal style icon, brand builder, and creative connector. With a distinct background in fashion, curation, and events, she creates unique design encounters that transcend the senses and leave the viewer with an imprint of revelation. Her multi-layered interests in the design world has led her to create In Toto – a visual storytelling firm with an invitation to elevate and celebrate contemporary design and aesthetics. The firm curates captivating moments with unique visual worlds in time that epitomize enduring style and effortless elegance. Her constant quest and relentless pursuit on incubating new ideas has led her to become a champion of localness, wherever that may be.

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Cary Tauben - Fashion Editor

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Olivier Miotto - Hairdresser

CARY TAUBEN

Olivier Miotto started his career in France before moving to Canada 25 years ago. Owner of Glam Salon boutique in Montreal for the last 18 years, throughout his career, he has developed many collaborations with designers and editorial magazines, Dress to Kill included. Winner of several awards for his creative collections, Olivier is now one of the best-known hairdressers in Canada.

Inspired by cities, arts, and music, his style remains strong and versatile, as influential as always. “A response from a hairdresser: He is the one, and the only one, who manages to carry the catogan with elegance.”

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Cary Tauben believes it is his task to create dreams within this reality. Fashion has no boundaries, and it is with love, passion, and dedication that Cary shows the depths of his imagination through styling. He believes that street style is an essential part of fashion, drawing inspiration from daily life. “Karl Lagerfeld was one of my main inspirations in regards to fashion & styling. If I had to take a look back into my most iconic images in Dress to Kill, they are without a doubt when I featured Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld. His work taught me about fantasy, luxury, and couture. I am lucky enough to have had the privilege to work with his garments and even see his fashion shows live in Paris! I am forever grateful for Karl.”

Grace Lee - Makeup Artist

Grace Lee holds the title of Official Makeup Artist for Maybelline NY in Canada. As a proud spokesperson for the brand, she often finds herself in front of the camera, on live TV and backstage at Fashion Week. This platform has allowed her creativity to flourish, designing and keying at least 35 shows for the week and establishing looks and trends for the season. Grace’s creativity sets her apart, having established a recognizable aesthetic by staying ahead of the curve. With 20+ years in the business, she has made herself a household name and a favourite among clients and celebrities alike. Recently, Grace was chosen to represent Maybelline on Project Runway and was also announced as a CAFA nominee for Makeup Artist of the Year.

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Editor’s Note

PHOTOGRAPHER BENOIT PEVERELLI

PHOTOGRAPHER CHRIS NICHOLLS

I was writing my editor’s note when I got the news of the passing of our dear Karl Lagerfeld.

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always thought that a person’s definition can only be complete when they pass away; it’s at that time that they become everything they have accomplished. It’s a thought that has always fascinated me.

Lagerfeld will be a star that will shine long after February 19, 2019, and it will take us a long time to assess his magnitude.

It was the super moon, and that morning I got up at 4 a.m., so yes, it absolutely interrupted what I was doing and thinking about, but it won’t completely change what I was aiming for with this issue.

Anyone that has talked to me since last December knows that since our last issue, I have a new nephew named Christopher, that I went to Paris to see my first couture show, and that I discovered LP and was highly hypnotized by her. I am beyond thrilled that we were able to feature her on one of the covers of our Future Woman Issue.

It all starts with an idea - a desire to create something you can share, something you are passionate about, and, from there, nothing gets easier. Until the

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very last moment - the day of the shoot or the deadline of printing - you manage the stress of how you are going to actually make this happen, and, somehow, everything comes together, and we have our Spring Issue.

This issue was made possible with creativity and hard work, from Chris Nicholls, who’s still pursuing his passion for fashion photography, bringing us and his crew to observe the contrast between our artificial world and the grandeur of nature, to Michael Goyette who created a shoot born from an echoing idea in his mind, and, of course, to us having the privilege to photograph Karl Lagerfeld’s last couture collection.

The point is, we push for our dream; we push for the world to change. We want to share ideas, passion, and vision. We want to be touched by admirable people.

This spring, we want to encourage you to go after your dreams, and perhaps share them with us, and keep on creating some beauty in this world.

Kathia Cambron Editor-in-Chief

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MIU MIU HEADBAND (PRICE UPON REQUEST)

SAINT LAURENT DRAPED BLOUSE ($2,190)

SAINT LAURENT

SMOKING EARRINGS IN BRASS, RESIN AND CRYSTALS ($1,124)

SAINT LAURENT

FUTURE LOOK FOLK BELT IN WHITE ($2,575)

LOUIS VUITTON

SAINT LAURENT STAR SKIRT ($4,130)

Our fave traditional pieces get put into a modern design machine for a futuristic touch-up. Dressing is fun and exciting, carrying forward culture and history with a whole new feel.

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LOUIS VUITTON JUMBLE FLAT ANKLE BOOT (PRICE UPON REQUEST)

PRADA ODETTE BAG ($2,350)

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DIORAMA BAG IN BLACK ARCHICANNAGE MATTE ($4,500)

LOUIS VUITTON LV ARCHLIGHT SNEAKER (PRICE UPON REQUEST)

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WHITE LEATHER DEVOTION BAG ($3,160)

GUCCI

LOW HEEL PLATFORM MOCCASIN IN WHITE LEATHER WITH HORSEBIT DETAIL ($1,120)

City

LOUIS VUITTON THE PARTY SUNGLASSES (PRICE UPON REQUEST)

COLOUR

FENDI

F IS FENDI EARRINGS ($690)

VERSACE

HIBISCUS BOUQUET NECKLACE ($7,195)

FENDI FLOWER RING ($570)

SAINT LAURENT

MICHAEL KORS COLLECTION

ZODIAC SWEATER ($1,750)

FLORAL BROCADE MINI AMALFI SHOULDER BAG WITH SEASHELL EMBELLISHMENT (PRICE UPON REQUEST)

BLUMARINE

Wearing colour will get you out the door and enchant everyone, including yourself! After all, we’ve endured six months of fall and winter for this!

VERSACE

‘90S VINTAGE LOGO TOTE ($1,050)

MARC CAIN SNEAKERS ($360)

JIMMY CHOO TITANIA ($1,295)

DOLCE & GABBANA

GOLD SUPER QUEEN SNEAKERS ($1,355)

MANOLO BLAHNIK TRAER ($835 USD)

VERSACE V-FLORAL GARDEN STUD EARRINGS ($650)

DIOR

DIORSOSTELLAIRE1 SUNGLASSES ($350)

CHIC HIP

DIOR

DIO(R)EVOLUTION BRACELET ($870)

CHANEL

NECKLACE IN GOLDEN METAL AND WHITE AND BLUE RESIN (PRICE UPON REQUEST)

DIOR

LADY DIOR FLAT CARD HOLDER ($370)

TOM FORD

HOLLYWOOD T TWIST HOBO ($3,990)

TORY BURCH PERRY MULTI-STRIPE TRIPLE-COMPARTMENT TOTE ($618)

MARC CAIN

BUCKET BAG WITH BRAIDED DETAILS ($750)

ZIMMERMANN

For a contrast between city affairs and a day at the beach or laid-back and feminine style, make the very most of this signature look by adding and mixing a delicate hair accessory, a square silk scarf, a pair of flats, and a fabulous pair of oversized sunglasses.

MANOLO BLAHNIK MEDJUL ($865 USD)

HERMÈS

EQUATEUR WASH SCARF 90 ($555)

MIU MIU SHOES (PRICE UPON REQUEST)

MARC CAIN

THONG SANDALS WITH LEOPARD HEAD ($360)

FASHION TALKS

FRONT ROW OF F/W19 RUNWAY SHOW

MarcCain’s

INSPIRING WOMEN

We got the inside scoop on the F/W19 collection and Sarah Rafferty’s design collaboration. By Brenna Dixon Marc Cain lit up Berlin’s city centre with the hashtag #meetyouatthetrainstation for the F/W19 collection presentation.

The front row was booked to capacity with the fashion first class, including Caro Daur, Leonie Hanne, and Laura Noltemeyer. Onlookers watched women of all ages stroll the catwalk along their voyage, from Victoria’s Secret Angel Lorena Rae to Eveline Hall. Sitting alongside Chariman of the Board, Founder, and Owner Mr. Helmut Schlotterer, sat internationally renowned actress Sarah Rafferty.

Fresh on board as the new artistic and design director was Katja Konradi, responsible for a slew of key categories: product management, marketing, visual merchandising, and interior design, stating that “the best decisions are made in a team.”

As the lights dimmed, the conductors ushered out Konradi’s direction of colour and pattern blending, which was created for the woman who “lives for today, is confident, open-minded, and curious, who loves being a woman, which she expresses through what she wears naturally and effortlessly,” she stated about the Marc Cain client.

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F/W19 RUNWAY

TRUE BAG F/W19 RUNWAY

KATJA KONRADI ON THE CATWALK

HELMUT SCHLOTTERER AND SARAH RAFFERTY IN THE FRONT ROW

Remaining true to the brand’s polished tonal tailoring, this season highlighted garments with fluorescent green high-necked knits and paired suits with bright kicks. The strategic and creative-minded Konradi blended in sportier elements like cycling shorts and glossy puffer jackets mixed with vinyl leggings and skirts, injecting the collection with a sports-luxe vibe.

“Investment in innovation plays an important role at Marc Cain,” she noted.

As innovation guided the overarching F/W theme, Sarah Rafferty debuted her collaborative handbag collection with the brand. Created in three hues (black, almond, and, her favourite, aubergine), the partially embossed and partly smooth bag with a retractable strap is made of 100% Italian calf leather. Crafted in a classic yet contemporary silhouette, this bag honours women. “We are always multi-tasking - who has time to change bags between day and night?” asked Rafferty, chuckling.

As the Marc Cain brand ambassador, Sarah Rafferty has also been a persistent voice for women in film, gender equality, and setting positive examples in the industry. Rafferty aligns perfectly with the brand DNA, as “Marc Cain stands for confident and inspiring women,” stated Konradi. With the world changing and shedding more light on women and their stories, Rafferty strives for realness - not only in real life but also with who she plays on screen. “I’ve become a real advocate of authenticity,” Rafferty asserted. One of the “perks of being an actress is having the opportunity to work with such outstanding people,” she commented, alluding to working with Konardi and the brand as an ambassador. Together with Marc Cain, Rafferty delightfully reveals that there really isn’t a “negative thing about being a brand ambassador!” the “sneak peaks” into the collections and “insight into the creative thought processes behind what passes before us on the runway” are definitely some of the many exciting “perks.” Honouring Rafferty’s mission to provide authenticity and clarity and the Marc Cain brand DNA, the name of her bag collaboration is perfect – ‘True Bag’.

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Daydreaming

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PRAIRIE COATED CANVAS SIGNATURE RILEY ($520)

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MIU MIU RED BAG (PRICE UPON REQUEST)

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BARE NECESSITIES

STRIPPED DOWN TO the bare essentials, ALL YOU NEED IS THE PERFECT bag. FROM XXL CARRYALLS TO DOUBLE CHAIN linked pieces, ALL EYES ARE ON WHAT IS HANGING from your SHOULDER THIS SEASON. Photographer Riley Stewart Fashion Editor Peter Papapetrou

Mia Tote ($1,095) WANDLER at HOLT RENFREW. Metallic Sundance Plateau Platform Sandal ($985) AQUAZZURA at HOLT RENFREW.

This page: Metropole S Totle ($998) and Malibu Platform N-FS (Price upon request) BOSS. Opposite page: Small Diorama in Kaleidioscopic Pattern Shoulder Bag ($4,400) DIOR.

This page: Top photo: Vintage Green Intrecciato Weave Clutch BOTTEGA VENETA. Bottom photo: Trapeze Splash (Price upon request) LOUIS VUITTON. Opposite page: Double Pouch Hand Bag ($9,825), Pink Gloves ($875), Sheer Booties with Flower on Toe ($1,400), Sunglasses ($840), and Earrings ($517) CHANEL. Photographer RILEY STEWART. Fashion Editor PETER PAPAPETROU at PLUTINO GROUP. Makeup & Hair GRACE LEE at PLUTINO GROUP using MAYBELLINE. Model SANAIT at ELMERSON MODELS. Set Designer LEANNE KELLY at PLUTINO GROUP. Assistant Stylist THEA ACIERNO.

WATCHES HAUTE

HORLOGERIE James Bond can have his wristwatch rocket launchers and laser beams, but women know that the true purpose of a timepiece is to dazzle.

By Carol Besler

Audemars Piguet Sapphire Orbe The Audemars Piguet Sapphire Orbe looks like a miniature Frank Gehry building topped with a disco ball. It is set with 12,000 gemstones, including a dial paved with orange sapphires and a cuff set with 27.93 carats of diamonds and 38.17 carats of sapphires in six shades of blue. The gems are cut in 20 different diameters from 0.5 to 1.5 mm. It took 1,050 hours to create this oneof-a-kind watch with a quartz movement. (€800,000)

CARTIER BAIGNOIRE ALLONGÉE

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THE AUDEMARS PIGUET SAPPHIRE ORBE

he wristwatch was invented for women, primarily as a means of adornment. The first examples on record were made for the Queen of Naples and the Countess Koscowicz of Hungary, both of whom commissioned watches for the wrist from pocket watch makers in the early 18th century. Today, the mechanics and gem-setting techniques for luxury watches have vastly improved, but the goal remains the same: to express the passage of time with beauty and creativity. The most exquisite examples of this art form are on display at the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie, an invitation-only show held every January in Geneva. Here are some of this year’s most dazzling introductions – fit for a queen.

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Cartier introduced the Baignoire in 1912, naming it after the shape of a bathtub. Since then, the dimensions of the shape have varied from nearly egg-shaped oval to a stretched-out marquise. This year, the Baignoire Allongée is more daring than ever, with an 18K pink gold bezel sculpted into studs in an elegant, edgy clous-de-Paris pattern. The dial of the large model is paved with 1.5 carats of diamonds. It contains a manual-wound mechanical movement. This masterpiece is a 100-piece limited edition. ($72,000)

HERMÈS ARCEAU OURSIN.

Hermès Arceau Oursin The Hermès Arceau, designed

in 1978 by the Maison’s artistic director, Henri d’Origny, is true to the Hermès equestrian aesthetic, with its stirrup-shaped upper case attachment. This year’s gem-set Arceau, the Oursin, adds some glamour to the motif. The case, dial, bezel strap attachments, and crown are set with 518 diamonds, weighing a total of 1.48 carats. The strap is a polished sapphire blue alligator leather, complete with a quartz movement. (Price on request)

Montblanc Bohème Manufacture Perpetual Calendar Montblanc introduced a new perpetual calendar movement this year, one of watchmaking’s most prestigious complications.

Usually reserved for men’s watches – because only men are assumed to be interested in technical performance – it is used here in a ladies’ watch, the Bohème Manufacture Perpetual Calendar. Functions include hours, minutes, day, date, month, moon phase, and leap year, along with a dual-time function and 24-hour indicator. ($23,160)

JAEGER-LECOULTRE RENDEZ-VOUS JEWELLERY

If the Rendez-Vous Jewellery watch seems to be a little more dazzling than other diamond watches, it is because Jaeger-LeCoultre has set the gems into prongs, jewellery style, rather than the traditional method of setting them into drilled holes in the metal. The result is more light entering the diamond through the side and shining out through the top, for an envy-inducing sparkle.

It is set with two rows of diamonds in sizes large and larger and contains an ultra-thin automatic mechanical movement. ($59,000)

ROGER DUBUIS EXCALIBUR SHOOTING STAR

Roger Dubuis specializes in tourbillons that are skeletonized in angular shapes and large cases. This year, the signature masculine angles and proportions of the Excalibur model have been softened by adding diamonds and enamel to the bridges, some of which are star-shaped, and the base plate.

The Excalibur Shooting Star is now a dazzling ladies’ watch that will be made in a 28-piece limited edition. ($221,000)

Richard Mille BonBon Collection - Marshmallow

Richard Mille’s 10-piece BonBon collection is pure wrist candy. It is based on candy, pastry, and fruit motifs in three distinct collections.

The Sweets Collection includes the watches Cupcake, Marshmallow, Sucette (Lollipop), and Réglisse (Licorice). The piece shown here is the Marshmallow, with dial made of coloured acrylic. The watchmaker uses 60 different shades in this whimsical collection that's definitely not made for introverts. ($153,000 USD)

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LAGERFELD HE touched so MANY LIVES, INCLUDING EVERYONE HERE at DRESS TO KILL. Our Editor-at-Large, Stéphane Le Duc, has worked closely with Lagerfeld over the years, so, of course, he has numerous insights and stories to share.

"I had the chance to meet him on my very first trip to Paris back in 1988, as I was leaving the famous Studio Berçot’s students fashion show. He granted me an interview without hesitation, happily commenting on the work of the young graduates, simultaneously giving wings to the young, insecure reporter that I was.

Shortly after, during my Perfecto years on MusiquePlus, I was able to access the sacrosanct Chanel Backstage, where I met again with a triumphant Karl after an astonishing fashion show. He welcomed me with refinement and enthusiastically commented on the top model movement, to which he greatly contributed. He outlined the exceptional talent of Linda Evangelista and Yasmeen Ghauri, whom he compared to actresses in silent movies. He even asked me why Canadian models are so pretty!

During the ‘90s, I met frequently with Karl since he was always presenting the Chanel, Choé, and his own Lagerfeld collections all in the same week in Paris.

BACKSTAGE OF FW 2017-18 RTW © BENOIT PEVERELLI MAKING OF 2018-19 CRUISE COLLECTION CAMPAIGN © OLIVIER SAILLANT

STÉPHANE LE DUC © MAX ABADIAN

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SPEAKING ABOUT Karl Lagerfeld in THEPAST TENSE IS TOUGHFOR ME. HE’S BEEN SUCH A BIG PART OF MY LIFE FOR THE LAST 30 YEARS. I thought he WAS ETERNAL. Stéphane Le Duc

MAKING OF SS 2019 EYEWEAR AD CAMPAIGN © OLIVIER SAILLANT

Karl Lagerfeld could talk about every subject, and his culture knew no bounds. When I asked him how he conceived joyful collections during grim periods such as the Gulf War, he explained without hesitation that the interwar period gave birth to some of the boldest collections.

In 1995, I witnessed his induction into the Sorbonne University where great intellectuals challenged him on his knowledge of the 18th century. I can confirm that they were no match for him, as he knew all about the writers, painters, and architects of that period.

I was always surprised by how much time he gave me after each fashion show, especially since it usually turned into a hysterical media storm. Even though I was surrounded by journalists and media who were much more notorious than I was, he always took the time to answer all my questions with humour and, sometimes, a touch of irony. My patience always paid off

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FW 2018 -19 RTW FINALE © OLIVIER SAILLANT

because even after going from interview to interview, smoothly switching back and forth between French, English, German, and Italian, he always found the energy to defend his ideas and his vision of fashion. He enjoyed playing petanque at Place des Lices in St-Tropez, or watching guests fall off a mechanical bull in a western bar reconstituted by Chanel after a fashion show in Dallas, or just reuniting with New York City during one of his photo exhibitions dedicated to the Petite Veste Noire.

My last memory of him was during the 30-year anniversary of the Festival International de Mode et de Photographie in Hyères. He stayed there for four days to support tomorrow’s artists by meeting and exchanging with them, while also giving advice to the young talents who represent the future of our field. Karl was a brilliant, creative, bold, and provocative man, but, even more so, he was a generous man. It’s hard to imagine that I won’t be bumping into him at fashion shows anymore. It was an honour and a privilege to cross his path.

Thanks for everything Karl!”

Meghan Collison

“Karl was a kind, passionate person.

During the fittings I was lucky enough to experience with him, it was clear he had a strong vision and understanding of what he wanted to send down the runway. In a room full of people, you could tell everyone admired and respected him, including me. I remember the first time I met him, I was very nervous. He had on leather gloves and was drinking something from a very ornate chalice-type glass. All I could think was, ‘This man is incredible - how am I here right now?!’. The best part of walking Chanel was seeing the incredible sets and the grand scale of the art that was Karl Lagerfeld. He impacted my life and career because meeting, walking for, and giving him a kiss on the cheek was an absolute dream come true for a girl from Edmonton, Alberta. I will forever be grateful for the experience and opportunity to meet such an iconic designer. He will live on forever in our hearts and through his designs. [As Chuck Palahniuk said,] ‘The goal isn’t to live forever, the goal is to create something that will.’”

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CHANEL PRE-FALL 2018

CHANEL FALL 2012

Canadian top models Meghan Collison, Heather Marks, and Emm Arruda (who’ve been featured in the magazine countless times) were no stranger to the legend either. Modelling in his sensational collections gave them some lasting impressions of Mr. Lagerfeld.

Emm Arruda “I didn’t know Karl too well on a personal level, but I feel so blessed to have been able to be a part of his vision and wear his designs while he was still alive. He was always so full of life in the fittings -- very much a character [and] passionate about what he does. I'm grateful for him giving me a chance and continuing to believe in me for three years straight now. I’ve been lucky enough to work for both Fendi and Chanel during his time. It won’t be the same without him. I can’t imagine how empty it will feel this season having him not be around to do the shows.”

Heather Marks

“Karl was the definition of loyal.

He was extremely generous and kind. I always loved being in his presence. His energy and humour would light up any room.

I remember my first fashion show – I was 14 and so nervous. I had never walked in a show before.

Karl came up to me before and after the show to tell me how wonderful I was. I remember feeling so overwhelmed walking alongside Linda Evangalista, Gisele, and Karolina Kurkova.

Karl made sure I was comfortable, he boosted me with confidence, and gave me all the encouragement I needed to walk down the runway.

Karl was a genius — just being in his presence was so special.

I’ll forever be grateful to him for believing in me at such a young age but also taking such good care of me. I believe that Karl gave me my first big push into the fashion world.”

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THE FAVOURITE WE HAD THE privilege to SHOOT WHAT HAS become LAGERFELD’S last couture collection, TRANSPORTING US TO THE FANTASY OF HIS FAVOURITE ERA, the 18th century, WHERE fashion was the CENTERPIECE OF THE BOURGEOISIE.

Photographers Lily & Lilac Fashion Editor & Creative Director Kathia Cambron

Embroidered dress embellished with flounces in black and navy blue pleated tulle CHANEL COUTURE.

This page: Bolero-effect dress in black tulle draped and embroidered and embellished with braid CHANEL COUTURE. Opposite page: Dress in black faille and lace embellished with a pink satin ribbon and bow at the back CHANEL COUTURE.

On Rainey: Cape in pink, blue, and violet feathers and pink leather and Sequinned top and skirt in multicolour tweed CHANEL COUTURE. On Maggie: Dress in pale pink organza embroidered with flowers and embellished with braid CHANEL COUTURE. Photographers LILY & LILAC. Fashion Editor KATHIA CAMBRON. Makeup JULIE CUSSON for CHANEL. Hair MICHAEL GOYETTE at FOLIO using ORIBE HAIR CARE. Models RAINEY FORKNER at NEW YORK MODELS and MAGGIE LAINE at IMG MODELS. Assistant Photographer CHRIS COOK.

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NICHOLLS Living for passion Originally hailing from the UK, Chris Nicholls started dappling in photography as a teen and like any natural, his talent blossomed.

One could argue that he inherited the touch from his grandfather who, in fact, opened a portrait studio in the ’40s, which is still standing today.

by Brenna Dixon

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ifferent from his grandfather, Nicholls had a keen interest in fashion photography. “I throw myself 100% into fashion. That’s what I do. I live it and breathe it,” he explains about his passion for the industry. With a variety of accolades on his top shelf, from the CAFA Award for Image Maker of the Year (2014) to Photographer of the Year for Proctor and Gamble Fashion & Beauty Awards (three consecutive winnings) and more, his notable ability to capture light and his receptiveness to colour has set his aesthetic and work apart.

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I THROW myself 100% INTO FASHION. THAT’S WHAT I DO. I LIVE IT & breathe IT...

Over the years, as the industry’s categories have been forced to adapt to the influx of technology, Chris’ approach to photography has also changed. “I think I’ve evolved with the times,” he says of his craft. He additionally notes that the photography industry is “no longer limited to the people who can afford the equipment and the education. That has been a great boost to the creation of creativThroughout his career, Chris has ity.” On the “flip side, established himself as a mainstay it’s created a lot more in the fashion, beauty, and celebcompetition; there are rity photography worlds, having so many photographers shot top models, such as Jessica out there,” he notes of Stam, Elsa Hosk, and Alessandra the increasingly comAmbrosio, and celebrities, like Miley petitive photographic Cyrus, Claudia Schiffer, and more. space. Working on an His work has been splashed across average of 130 shooting international publications and days per year, Nicholls advertising campaigns for notable surrounds himself with brands in Canada and the U.S. a solid team of “my studio manager, digital techniHis artistic vision and passion recian, and my wife, Lorca.” verberate through his photography, leaving us in constant desire to see what he comes up with next.

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ART SEEN PORCELAIN faces are the PERFECT CONTEMPORARY CANVASES. ECCENTRIC COLOURS pop and the EYES ARE EXAGGERATED THROUGH CAREFULLY TRACED LINES, bold hues, AND STRONG BRUSH STROKES.

Photographer Royal Gilbert Beauty Editor Nicolas Blanchet Fashion Editor Olivia Leblanc

Makeup: Professional Power in Super White ($9.98) BEN NYE. Eyes: Inkwell Long-Wear Matte Eyeliner ($25) KAT VON D. Colour Case Flash in ME106 Silver ($115) MAKE UP FOREVER. Hey Girl Hey Eye-Conic Eyeshadow from Eye-Conic Multi-Finish Eyeshadow Palette in Flamboyant ($59) MARC JACOBS BEAUTY. Creamy Line Fluorescent in Yellow ($8.95) KRYVALINE. Clothing: Green Dress ($239) DANIELE GUIZIO at EDITORIAL BOUTIQUE. Transparent Coat ($69) MY MUM MADE IT at EDITORIAL BOUTIQUE.

This page: Makeup: Split Cakes Neon Nights Face and Body Paint in Neon Magenta ($16.50) DIAMOND FX. Eyes: Chromaline Paint Pot in Black Black ($25) MAC COSMETICS. Mothership Subversive La Vie en Rose Palette in Rose Risqué ($70) PAT MCGRATH LAB. Precise Dual Ended Marker in Black ($10) PAT MCGRATH LAB. Powered Silver Eyeshadow ($38) GRAFTOBIAN. HD Glamour Creme Ultra-Lites Palette in Silk Sprite ($39.98) GRAFTOBIAN. Clothing: Long-sleeve Second Skin Nylon/Lycra T-Shirt in Green ($185) MONTHLY PAYMENT. Opposite page: Makeup: Face and Body Foundation in White ($47) MAC COSMETICS. Eyes: Creamy Line Fluorescent in Orange ($8.95) KYVALINE. Tartiest Clay Play Liner ($29) TARTE. Pigment Silver ($26) MAC COSMETICS. Lips: Le Marc Lip Frost Lipstick ($38) MARC JACOBS BEAUTY. Alcohol-based Base Mixing Medium ($26) MAC COSMETICS. Clothing: Yellow Mock Neck Shirt ($69) SIMONS ICONE. Photographer ROYAL GILBERT. Artistic Direction ATELIER VINGT QUATRE. Makeup & Hair NICOLAS BLANCHET at FOLIO. Fashion Editor OLIVIA LEBLANC at FOLIO. Model Sarah at FACES MANAGEMENT. Assistant Stylist MARIANNE CARON. Makeup and Hair Assistant GENEVIEVE HARDY.

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MARC JACOBS BEAUTY

EYE-CONIC STEELETTO MUTLI-FINISH EYESHADOW PALETTE ($59)

This is an obvious inclusion because Marc can do no wrong. The velvet-like texture is on-point and, as a makeup artist, it’s always fun to have new inspiring colours to work with.

CAUDALIE PREMIER CRU PRECIOUS OIL ($110)

One or two drops of this in any foundation, and you’re all set; it gives you the glow we all dream about. I can’t live without it. I put a few drops in my hand, warm it up, and put it on my face as an everyday moisturizer.

Warm up your BEAUTY ROUTINE Erase all traces of winter from your pores with the perfect skin prep for spring and summer. Two of our top makeup artists, Nicolas Blanchet and Michael Goyette, share their newest favourites.

By Nicolas Blanchet

PROFESIONAL MAKEUP ARTIST

KATE SOMERVILLE WRINKLE WARRIOR® ($95)

BEAUTYCOUNTER ILLUMINATING CREAM HIGHLIGHTER IN ROSE GLOW ($42)

The texture is incredible! It’s the most natural flush colour a girl dreams about. This highlighter is perfect for your eyes, lips, cheeks - wherever, whenever.

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NANNETTE DE GASPÉ ESSENCE NOIR TONIC ($85)

I love the subtle glow that this tonic leaves on the skin. A little goes a long way. It’s the perfect solution to prepare oily skin for your daily makeup.

This 2-in-1 Plumping Moisturizer + Serum was introduced to me by my dear friend, Jessica LaBlanche, and I can never thank her enough. This is the perfect moisturizer for people who love to have a powdery and luminous finish without looking oily.

LE LABO

SANTAL 33 MOISTURIZING LOTION ($79)

This lotion is prized among celebrities for being the perfect blend of a moisturizer and perfume in a single bottle. Santal’s spiritual and sophisticated scent is enriched with vitamins E and A, aloe vera, and coconut and olive oils. This paraben-free hand and body lotion softens, smooths and leaves your skin with the most delightful scent.

SYSLEY

LE MASQUE CRÈME À LA ROSE NOIRE ($200)

A skincare experts’ favourite, Sisley’s Black Rose Cream Mask is rich in active anti-aging ingredients. Instantly plumping, the essential oils, pro B5 vitamins, vitamin C, and shea butter soothe your skin and leave it looking youthful and energized. For best results, I recommend using it 1-3 times a week and, for sensitive to oily skin, after exfoliation. Available at Holt Renfrew

By Michael Goyette

PROFESIONAL MAKEUP ARTIST

RODIN

OLIO LUSSO LUXURY FACE OIL ($221)

This longtime treasure is a lightweight sanctified botanical oil that nourishes and restores your skin to its healthiest balance. The rich blend of oils, vitamins, and antioxidants, including vitamin E and omega 3, 6, 7, and 9, soothes and moisturizes while healing dryness and delivering a healthy-looking glow. I suggest using after an exfoliation. Available at www.jacobandsebastian.com

NO7

TOTAL RENEWAL MICRO-DERMABRAISION EXFOLIATOR ($21)

Exfoliating your skin with these micro-crystals is essential! This product is my first step before using any other skincare products. Your face will instantly feel regenerated, leaving you with soft and luminous skin. One of the many secrets of healthy-looking skin is removing the dull cells so it can shine! This is an entire day at the spa in the comfort of your own home and in only two minutes. Available at Phramaprix Beauty

BEAUTY Makeup: Skin: Luminous Silk Foundation ($74) GIORGIO ARMANI at HOLT RENFREW. Touche Éclat in 2.5 Luminous Vanilla ($52) YVES SAINT LAURENT. Le Marc Frost Lip Creme in 506 Cher-ished ($39) MARC JACOBS BEAUTY at SEPHORA. Brows: Eyebrow Pencil ($31) LAURA MERCIER at SEPHORA. Eyes: Single Eyeshadow in Nepal ($23) NARS. Lips: Lipglass Clear ($19) MAC COSMETICS. Clothing: Jacket LOUIS VUITTON.

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FECT PERF

Photographer Ace Amir Fashion Editor Jahulie Elizalde Art Direction & Makeup Michael Goyette

Makeup: Skin: Luminous Silk Fundation ($74) GIORGIO ARMANI at HOLT RENFREW. Touche Éclat iin 2.5 Luminous Vanilla ($52) YVES SAINT LAURENT. Liquid Blush in Orgasm ($38) NARS. Brows: Eyebrow Pencil ($31) LAURA MERCIER at SEPHORA. Eyes: Aqua Matic Waterproof Glide-on Eye Shadow in I-20 Iridescent Turquoise ($28) MAKE UP FOREVER. Pro Longwear Fluidline in Blacktrack ($22) MAC COSMETICS. Lips: Lipglass Clear ($19) MAC COSMETICS. Clothing: Dress VALENTINO. Gloves WING & WEFT. Brooch BEN-AMUN. Earrings DANNIJO.

ETHEREAL beauty IS ACCENTUATED BY WATERCOLOUR-INSPIRED eyeshadows, BARELYTHERE FOUNDATION, AND subtly stained LIPS. WITH A SWEEP OF EYELINER DETAIL, POWDERY EYESHADOWS, AND A HINT OF BLUSH, DAINTY BEAUTY IS REDEFINED.

This page: Makeup: Skin: Luminous Silk Foundation ($74) GIORGIO ARMANI at HOLT RENFREW. Touche Éclat in 2.5 Luminous Vanilla ($52) YVES SAINT LAURENT. Blush in Sex Appeal ($38) NARS. Brows: Eyebrow Pencil ($31) LAURA MERCIER at SEPHORA. Eyes: Aqua XL Color Paint Long Lasting Waterproof Shadow in M-16 Matte White ($31) MAKE UP FORVER. Clothing: Dress VALENITINO. Stockings WOLFORD. Gloves WING & WEFT. Brooch BEN-AMUN. Opposite page: Makeup: Skin: Luminous Silk Foundation ($75) GIORGIO ARMANI at HOLT RENFREW. Touche Éclat Face Highlighter Pen in 2.5 Luminous Vanilla ($52) YVES SAINT LAURENT. SkinFinish in Made to be Seen ($39) MAC COSMETICS. Brows: Eyebrow Pencil ($31) LAURA MERCIER at SEPHORA. Eyes: Pro Longwear Fluidline in Blacktrack ($22) MAC COSMETICS. Artist Face Color in H108 Banana ($29) MAKE UP FOREVER. Free Soul Highlighting Blush Powder ($38) NARS. Lips: Lipglass Clear ($19) MAC COSMETICS. Clothing: Dress GUCCI. Gloves WING & WEFT. Hat ELLEN CHRISTINE COUTURE. Earrings ERICKSON BEAMON. Photographer ACE AMIR. Art Direction, Retouching, & Makeup MICHAEL GOYETTE. Hair EROL KARADÄG at THE INDUSTRY MANAGEMENT. Fashion Editor JAHULIE ELIZALDE. Model JESSICA WITHLOW at NEW YORK MODELS.

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Photographer Carlos & Alyse Beauty Editor Sabrina Rinaldi

BEAUTY REVIEWS THE MYRIAD of options, from LENGTHENING TO LIFTING, MAKE THE SELECTION OF MASCARA an endless task.

DISCOVER the BEST & BOLDEST FORMULAS tested by our trusted BEAUTY EXPERT. Text and Beauty Direction by Sabrina Rinaldi

Women are always on the hunt for the next best mascara. Mascara is akin to lipstick, wherein a new tube can easily elevate your mood and brighten up your face. The market supports this desire with brands constantly churning out new formulas with new wands.

Read on as I try some of the popular brands on the market today.

BENEFIT

CHANEL

ROLLER LASH CURLING & LIFTING MASCARA ($33)

LE VOLUME RÉVOLUTION IN 10 NOIR ($45)

I absolutely love the wand on this mascara. It packs in fullness and depth at the root then tapers off as the wand glides to the tips of the lashes. It’s an excellent choice for an everyday mascara and for those who prefer smaller wands.

Chanel’s Le Volume has got to be my top pick for major lashes. It is bold, unapologetic, and grabs centre stage. If your goal is to have everyone comment on your amazing lashes, then this is the mascara for you.

GUERLAIN CLIS D’ENFER MAXI LASH SO VOLUME ($38)

BUXOM

BIG TEASE™ PLUMPING MASCARA ($27) This mascara has emerged as one of my new favourites. Its tapered wand and creamy formula give the perfect amount of oomph to my lashes. Every time I tested it, I had a great lash day. This is definitely one I will keep in my makeup bag.

Available at Sephora

The sister mascara to Maxi Lash called “So Volume” has the same gorgeous packaging but this formula delivers mega volume and mega lashes via a long, skinny rubber wand. I live for this!

NARS

CLIMAX MASCARA ($30) This mascara comes in an attention-grabbing red tube, but the inside of this stylish product houses a perfect mascara.

Major length and volume are displayed in the most natural way. It’s definitely for those who love longer, fuller lashes but don’t want their lashes to enter the room before they do.

SEPHORA COLLECTION LASHCRAFT HAVE IT ALL MASCARA ($16)

I’m a true fan of Sephora brand products, and this mascara is true to its tagline. It really does “have it all” and delivers it in one tube.

Opposite Page: Au Naturel Lashes ($30) and Beautiful Embrace Lashes ($30) KASHA LASHES. Audacious Lipstick in Raquel ($41) and Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation ($60) NARS.

BAREMINERALS

The fat bristled wand of this chemical-free, mineral-based formula coats lashes nicely for an allover lash boost. The effect? As natural as the formula.

CHARLOTTE TILBURY

LEGENDARY LASHES VOL. 2 ($32) Mega lashes are what Charlotte Tilbury is all about. I can see why she created this formula. The bold, bristled brush accompanies a thick, creamy mascara that builds an incredibly luscious lash. This mascara would pair well for those who already have thick and dense lashes.

L’ORÉAL

BEAUTYCOUNTER LENGTHENING MASCARA ($36)

Another contender in the ‘chemical-free club’, this all-natural formula is a true winner. The long, skinny tube and micro-wand gently coat each lash. This is my new favourite for the days you want to wear mascara but almost look like there is nothing on your lashes at all.

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LASHTOPIA VOLUMIZING MASCARA ($25)

UNLIMITED MASCARA ($16.99) L’Oréal is known for great mascaras at a great price, and this mascara stays in line with the legacy. The unique packaging that resembles a nail polish bottle houses a formula with gorgeous, glossy consistency and a bendable wand for custom application. A tried-and-true makep artist trick is bending the wand for more precise application from root to tip.

WOMEN are ALWAYS ON THE HUNT FOR THE NEXT best MASCARA. Sabrina Rinaldi

REVLON

VOLUMAZING MASCARA ($11.99) Volumazing is exactly as the name implies: volume that is amazing. The creamy formula imparts the most fluttery and flattering lashes around. Another favourite feature is its buildability.

One coat easily applies over the next without any clumping or flaking and lasts all day.

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DIORSHOW PUMP ‘N’ VOLUME WATERPROOF MASCARA IN BLACK ($37) Diorshow is a cult classic mascara, and this formula only adds to the legend. The wand and formula apply with ease and impart a big, bold finish. It’s always a mascara worth owning.

IT COSMETICS SUPERHERO MASCARA ($32)

This is and always will be one of my favourite mascaras. The super pigmented, super thick formula coats lashes with insane volume in one coat.

It really is that good. It’s perfect for those who want ‘notice-me’ lashes.

Climax Mascara ($30), Larger Than Life Longwear Eye Pencil in Via Veneto ($32), Fire Down Below Lipstick ($35), and Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation ($60) NARS. Photography CARLOSE & ALYSE at RODEO PRODUCTION. Beauty Director SABRINA RINALDI at P1M.ca using NARS COSMETICS.

MARCELLE XTENSION PLUS SKYLINE MASCARA ($12.95)

I love the skinny wand of this mascara; it’s perfect for tiny top or bottom lashes. This is a great formula to layer under another mascara (I love to use multiple formulas) or use solo for a minimal look.

MISENCIL LA PARISIENNE MASCARA ($28.50) This is not only a great everyday makeup, but it is created by the brand Misencil, which uniquely creates formulas that are safe to use with lash extensions. I got my first set of lash extensions ever and tried this mascara over top. I can report it was easy to apply and remove and gave my extensions some needed volume and thickness.

SHISEIDO

IMPERIAL LASH MASCARA ($34)

LAURA MERCIER FULL BLOWN LASH MASCARA ($33)

This velvety, creamy mascara loads up onto the wand to give major impact. A little goes a long way, but the end result still has an overall natural effect.

The small bristles on this tapered rubber wand apply a perfect coat of mascara. It is neither too bold nor too minimal but just right. It’s a great mascara for any lash.

BEAUTY

Hair Trends @SASHOKREMICH

This COMING SEASON, the natural LOOK IS

TRENDY. WE WORK WITH THE RIGHT MATERIALS, effects, and textures TO GIVE HAIR some MOVEMENT AND A NATURAL touch. AS FAR AS THE CUTS AND LENGTHS ARE CONCERNED, HERE’S what you CAN EXPECT TO SEE.

By Olivier Miotto

BANGS

Fringes are the hit of the season! Thick fringes, light fringes, whatever is best for you.

SLICKED BACK

Very in-vogue this season, and perhaps an absolute must, is hair slicked back to show off the face.

Embrace the wet look with glossiness on top to keep every hair in place.

@MANEADDICTS, BY @BEAUTYSPOCK

COACH SS19

COLOUR

Blonde contouring effects are accentuating the face, but, this season, we’re seeing more and more nice touches of brown.

@MAI_HA2

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MARC JACOBS SS19

@RENYAXYDIS

@UGLYWORLDWIDE BTS NICHOLAS KIRKWOOD

BABY HAIRS Those small hairs

SIMONA ROCHA SS19

@LUIGIANDIANGO

CLASSIC BOB The classic bob will have

full-length bases and very limited shading and can be styled either wavy, textured, straight, voluminous, rounded, or with a line on the side.

SHORT CUTS

Tomboy-ish, shaved, and short haircuts are definitely in this season, elevated to even higher levels of fashion with shades of pastel coral pink.

LOUIS VUITTON SS19

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growing around the face are definitely on-trend right now. Even though we usually try to hide them or push them back, we’re doing things differently this season. Try pushing them forward, for once, to create a very natural look.

THIS SEASON, hairstyles WILL BE ABOUT ATTITUDE ABOVE ALL. Olivier Miotto

ACCESSORIES This season is all about lots and lots of hairbands and pins! Accessorize to your heart’s content.

@JENNYCHOHAIR

@HAIRBYSAMMCKNIGHT

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LIFESTYLE

Boost YOUR MOOD, NATURALLY

Deriving pleasure from the everyday joys of life can be almost impossible when lacking energy, strength, and health. In the current years, we have seen a remarkable leap in the way people view mental health, with more and more people stepping forward and talking openly about the issues they face on the inside as well as the outside.

By Daisy Mellar

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owever, many of us still struggle with these inward battles and commonly turn to pharmaceutical solutions for help, many of which have extremely negative side effects. By reviewing scientific research, we have outlined a few methods that could help you to boost your mood naturally.

One of the most common theories of depressive moods is that they result from irregularly low levels of the neurotransmitter serotonin. Neurotransmitters are chemical messengers which send signals between neurons that influence the way we feel.

Serotonin is particularly important in mood regulation as it is a critical regulator of noradrenaline (also known as norepinephrine), another neurotransmitter which is needed for alertness and energy. Many antidepressant medications base their rationale on this theory, and though they may be a cheap and convenient method, their side effects can

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make them very unappealing. So, to try and steer away from pharmaceuticals solutions, we have compiled a few lifestyle tips based on scientific research, aimed to help boost your mood by levelling the balance of serotonin. As the saying goes, ‘Rome wasn't built in a day’, however, with proper lifestyle changes and commitment, anyone can actively shift their mood in the direction of happiness.

Diet

Everything we put into our body affects us, whether the outcome is physical, mental, or both. Think how you feel after having eaten a whole Domino’s pizza compared to a grilled fish, vegetable, and quinoa medley - which one leaves you feeling sluggish and ready for a long nap, and which one leaves you ready to grab your hiking boots and go out on a long walk?

Whatever your preference, the fact is that foods are powerful tools in determining our mood, and this is partially due to their influence on neurotransmitters.

Many psychological studies have been conducted looking at the relationship between food and the chemistry of our bodies, with results showing an association between an intake of processed fast foods and foods with high amounts of refined sugar with symptoms of depression.

Foods rich in carbohydrates like starchy vegetables and grains have been shown to raise serotonin levels by increasing the amount of an amino acid called tryptophan (which is a forerunner of serotonin), as well as increasing our chemical sensitivity to serotonin. On the other hand, high-protein foods like dairy products are rich in a different type of amino acid which compete with tryptophan and result in less serotonin being produced. This can leave you feeling lethargic and less alert. To increase levels of serotonin and boost energy, try a Mediterranean diet (shown by studies to best protect against the development of depression), which typically includes low intake of meat and meat products and high intake of vegetables, fruits, nuts, whole grains, legumes, and fish.

Exercise

Just like diet, acknowledging the benefits of exercise is no new revelation.

Those who exercise regularly are found to experience benefits in cognitive performance, improved self-concept, and have reduced tiredness. Results from scientific studies suggest that aerobic exercise reduces generalized anxiety, particularly when working out three times a week at 70-90% of maximum heart rate for 20 minutes. For depression, high-intensity weight training has been found more effective as a treatment than low-intensity weight training, and acute exercise, in particular, is suggested to increase levels of tryptophan.

A great idea, if you are looking to improve your physical and mental health through exercise, is to try boxing-based exercises.

Boxing is excellent because it involves a lot of variation and benefits a variety of muscle groups and cardiac systems. Jump rope intervals improve stamina, resistance training develops muscle strength and power, and compound exercises like sprints, shadow boxing, and heavy and speed bag boxing aerobically work multiple muscle groups.

Now, don’t go expecting hard and fast results straight away. Though a runner’s high is a common experience, it's unlikely that a bowl of whole grains and greens are going give you instant joy and euphoria. However, the findings of many psychological studies do show these methods noticeably reduce depressive symptoms over time, as well as having many other health benefits. That being said, it is always important to remember to not beat yourself up if you miss a session or give into a craving - it happens to the best of us, and, sometimes, it’s what our bodies need! Just make sure you get back on the horse and keep going. A wellness buddy is a great way to stay on track!

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CINEMA

The MUSEOF MUNITY

SASHA LANE

Sasha Lane has taken the world by storm. The American actress made her film debut in 2016 with the critically acclaimed and award-winning American Honey, opposite Shia LaBeouf, after being spotted on spring break by director Andrea Arnold. Since then, she has won the hearts of Hollywood and beyond, most recently becoming one of the faces of Maison Margiela’s latest fragrance, Mutiny.

By Jane Bradshaw Alongside Willow Smith, Hanne Gaby Odiele, Princess Nokia, Teddy Quinlivan, and Molly Bair, Sasha Lane stars in the campaign, embodying Galliano’s vision of the Margiela woman. Mutiny is a movement, engaging women to reveal who they really are. With traditionally feminine notes of tuberose met with a leathery core and hints of jasmine and orange, the combination makes for a memorable fragrance – one that matches the star power of its campaign models.

DTK sat down with Sasha Lane to find out more about her experience on set and her launch into the creative world.

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Where were you when you found out you got the Maison Margiela Mutiny campaign? What does it mean to you? I

have no idea where I was physically, but, mentally, I feel like I was in a place where I felt like I was strong about who I was but still very new to all of this and was struggling with how confident I really felt about myself and how I chose to embrace myself. I feel so strong now, so to see the final product, to have it come out a year later when I feel strong, it’s so cool.

You have mentioned that it’s really important to remain authentic to yourself. Have you ever had difficulty or backlash with that? How do you remain true to yourself despite the backlash? I’ve definitely had backlash about being

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authentic because everyone has their own guidelines and their own rules they think should be followed – how to be in the industry or be a woman in general. Me being authentic — like not wearing shoes to things or showing up in sweatpants or cracking a joke with people who I’m working with and not being a fucking bitch – it’s crazy, and some people don’t agree. They think I’m sending a bad message by embracing myself or that I am moving away from what fashion is or whatever, but that is why I'm doing this. That's why I'm doing this campaign: I don't care.

What was your experience like for being a part of this campaign?

It was the first time I met everyone else, and they are so special. They are such strong women. Everything about this campaign was really cool because it was catered to us individually. We had own music, our own styles of dancing, our own versions of the clothing, everything. So, while we were a group of women doing this, it was still very personal and intimate for each of us.

Is there anything in particular that you love about the fragrance?

I like that they stripped back and got back to the basics of the scent. There’s leather, and gender doesn’t matter anymore. They weren’t thinking about that — they were thinking how important it is and what that means.

It smells great.

What drew you to a career in acting? How did it all start for you?

The universe drew me to it. I heard a voice that told me something was going to happen with my life, and it was going to allow me to fulfill my purpose and be happy with what I was doing. A week later, I met [the director]

for American Honey, and I did my first film. That hole that I felt, just felt filled.

What was your life like growing up in Texas, and how does it differ from where you are right now? Texas has so much structure and so many rules and steps you have to take. All the girls look the same, and all the guys act the same. I was really weird there; I didn’t fit in. My life now is like I never know what’s going to happen. It’s more creative now, and I feel better about the life that I’m living.

Now, on the heels of your latest film, the Miseducation of Cameron Post, you’ve become a role model for a lot of LGBTQ+ youth. How important was telling that story for you and what has that response been like? It was super important for me, especially being from a place like Texas which is more conservative. I’ve seen my gay brother and my many gay friends and how that put a pressure on them and how they couldn’t truly express themselves. I don’t want to put anything out that isn’t how I feel about myself or the world or what I want and what I’m trying to manifest.

To be a part of something that is awakening people to something like gay conversion therapy, that no one really knows what it is, it’s cool to be a part of opening people’s eyes. These young women and men need to see a movie that they feel connected to [where] they feel seen, and that is a true representation.

Do you have any passions outside of acting and fashion? Poetry.

What do you write poems about? I write a lot about the

voices in my head and love (and love is many different things to me), and just random life stuff like ants I see on the ground that I realize are playing chicken with each other.

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CINEMA

Festival Favourites

SUNDANCE FILM Every year, the Sundance Film Festival nestles between the ski hills of Park City, Utah. For over a decade, it has showcased American independent cinema, raising up diverse voices long before Hollywood took relatively recent notice of female filmmakers and filmmakers of colour. This year saw 42% of competition films directed by women, a 4% increase over last year. By Jason Gorber

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f course, festival films often have difficulty rising above the fray and seeing wide release. With the big players in video on demand (Amazon and Netflix) taking over much of the bidding, there’s new opportunities for works to live long past their premiere. From the crop of amazing female filmmakers, here are four gems from this year’s festival.

HAIL SATAN? Directed by Penny Lane

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Documentaries always shine at Sundance, with qualities often managing to overshadow their fiction counterparts. Few were as fun and fascinating as Penny Lane’s Hail Satan?, a portrayal of an anti-religious religion and those fighting in the U.S. against the encroachment of other organized religions to affect civil society. Lane’s trademark quirkiness shines through (her last film, Nuts!, was about the implantation of goat testicles as a way of fighting impotence), and she brings us along to meet this fascinating, diabolical group of radical humanists fighting the good demonic fight.

BLINDED BY THE LIGHT Directed by Gurinder Chadha

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Gurinder Chadha captured the world’s attention with her charming Bend It Like Beckham, and she recaptures that film’s magic and more with this absolutely delightful film about a Pakistani-Brit adolescent who finds in the words and songs of Bruce Springsteen a connection to his own suburban life. Littered with songs from the boss, the film echoes the likes of The Commitments, using elements from musicals and teen comedies to tell this rapturously entertaining tale.

Based on a true story, this is a wonderful feel-good film with smarts aplenty and deserving of plenty of love.

HONEY BOY Directed by Alma Har’el

Israeli director Alma Har‘el collaborates with the film’s writer and star Shia LaBeouf in this powerful tale of a child star raised by a sometimes violent, sometimes caring father. Written by LaBeouf while in rehab, the tale could easily have been a maudlin, narcissistic exercise, but thanks to Har‘el’s direction honed by her work in documentary and Shia’s stellar script, the film exceeds all expectations. With terrific ensemble performances anchored by LaBeouf’s portrayal of the father figure, this proved to be an audience favourite at this year’s festival.

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LATE NIGHT Directed by Nisha Ganatra Indian-Canadian director Nisha Ganatra teamed up with her regular collaborator Mindy Kaling on this acerbically funny look behind the scenes at a broadcast comedy show.

Kaling’s script is political while still being inviting, never shying away from uncomfortable truths yet always looking to keep the audience along for the ride. Kaling’s charms have rarely been as effective, and playing against a legend like Emma Thompson as the show’s host is prime opportunity for these talents to truly shine on the big screen.

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CULTURE

Lenny Kravitz

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PASSION 2019 marks the 30th anniversary of Lenny Kravitz’s first album Let Love Rule. Discontent with being only an excellent musician, this multi-talented artist has a true passion for design and architecture, which led him to create Kravitz Design in 2003.

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A true living legend, Kravitz has won four consecutive Grammy Awards and holds the record for most trophies won in the “Best Male Rock Performance” category. He released a powerful 11th album last fall called Raise Vibration. More recently, Kravitz has started putting his photography talents forward with an innovative project realized in collaboration with the legendary champagne house Dom Perignon, for whom he is currently the creative director and photographer.

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I AM AS PASSIONATE FOR MUSIC AS I AM FOR DESIGN OR photography AND EVEN ACTING, BUT THE beauty OF IT IS THAT I LIKE TO BE creative ALL THE TIME. How did you develop this interest in photography? Through my father. My father was a journalist - he worked at NBC News, and he covered the Vietnam War and came back with a Leica camera, and I used to play with it when I was a kid. I had no idea how to use it, but I was drawn to the camera itself. I thought it was very interesting, the design of it, the buttons… what does it do? Then later on in life, my father gave me the camera when I was 21, and, at 24, I got a record deal, and I began to be in front of the camera. I thought it was far more interesting what was going on behind the camera. So, I started to talk to those photographers, and they would invite me into their dark rooms to see the process.

People like Mark Seliger, Jean-Baptiste Mondino, and different people would show me how the camera works and the techniques. I did not really understand at first, and one day I just got the bug, and I went out and bought my own Leica. I said, “I am gonna figure this out.”

You do many different things in terms of music, photography, design – do you feel that they are all share the same spirit? Absolutely! I have

learned that I am as passionate for music as I am for design or photography and even acting, but the beauty of it is that I like to be creative all the time. I just wake up and I want to do something. I am always doing design, whether I am on tour or making a film because the business does not stop, so my team will fly out to where I am or we will do things via computer. I’ll make decisions over the phone; I will draw and send it in wherever I may be. So, I am always weaving all the different mediums.

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In your latest exhibition ‘Assemblage’ with Dom Perignon, you have a great cast of creative people: Susan Sarandon, Alexander Wang, Abbey Lee, Harvey Keitel, and you daughter, Chloé Kravitz. What was the inspiration for this project? I was very much inspired

by this book about Studio 54 by Ron Galella who shot all those great pictures of the New York nightlife. I wanted it to be natural lighting inside, also in the dark with the flash. We had a dinner party and a dance party. If you look at some pictures, you can tell that, by the end, everybody really knows each other, and everybody is having a good time, and it’s not fake.

My daughter, Chloé, was the catalyst she got everybody relaxed and talking.

It was just a real evening of that eclectic group of artists just hanging out.

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asked and offered so much. At the time when that was happening, I could have made a lot of money, and I could have had a big business.

It was like everyone was doing it.

All the musicians had a clothing line, and I tend to run the other way when everybody is doing something because I like to be myself, so I started Kravitz Design. I went down the design/architecture lane because it was something I was so interested in, but I had no idea how I could make that happen, and how I would get into it. I just took my own money to start the company and lost a lot just to figure it out. It’s been wonderful, and I have paid my dues. I got

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I WAS VERY MUCH INSPIRED by THIS BOOK ABOUT Studio 54 BY RON GALELLA WHO SHOT ALL THOSE great pictures OF THE NEWYORK NIGHTLIFE.

accepted into that world by spending time and going to Milan and being with all these people, and then Philippe Stark discovering me… One day I would like to do it, but I have to think how, what, and where I would manufacture it - how I would do it in a sustainable way and how it would be perfectly green and right because the world does not need another clothing line.

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TECH & FASHION @IRISVANHERPEN ANAMORPHISM 'SHIFT SOULS' MASK, PHOTO BY @GIOSTAIANO

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BY BENOIT PEVERELLI

Today, the future of fashion is 3D

A major leap forward in fashion has come from the 3D printer. Today, for relatively little cost, a designer can set up a 3D printer in their workshop and literally print jewellery and accessories. Any form they can envision from deep inside their wildest imagination can now be printed out layer by layer.

How Technology is Shaping

WOMEN'S FASHION

Since we started wearing clothes, hundreds of thousands of years ago, technology has always been a major driving force behind how fashion evolves. Scientists estimated that the needle and thread was invented 61,000 years ago. By Aaron J. Cunningham Think of how profound of an influence that must have had on the various ways that people could shape and design their clothes, even if those clothes were comprised of only a few animal pelts.

Fast forward several thousands of years to the Neolithic Era, and we have the invention of natural dyes. Talk about a major leap forward in fashion: no more wearing drab browns. Now, our ancestors could wear reds, oranges, yellow, greens, and, eventually, even blues and purples.

Fast forwarding through our past, one can see the direct link to how other technological advancements changed fashion forever. Weaving looms, synthetic dyes, and sewing machines all had significant impacts on women’s fashion. And where would we be without nylon, spandex, rayon, and polyester?

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The technology can also be applied to materials. Several 3D material printing start-ups have popped up which are completely revolutionizing the way we create our clothes. One huge leap forward is that 3D printed clothes are seamless: the entire garment can be printed as if it were somehow molded from one piece of magical material. The material can also be easily modified to have more flexibility or breathability in certain areas, like elbows and under arms.

The creative director behind Chanel, world-renowned fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld, had been experimenting with 3D printed materials. With the new technology, he was able to create garments which are both familiar and alien. Chanel will continue their 3D innovation with the Mademoiselle Privé exhibition in Shanghai, taking place this April 2019.

When it comes to mixing fashion and 3D printing, one of the most influential designers is Iris van Herpen. During a recent show at Musée des Beaux-Arts in Paris, she unveiled 3D printed face jewellery and heels in her latest collection, Shift Souls.

Her intent was to use the technology to produce pieces which distort or obscure the wearer’s body.

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Prior to this, she had produced an entire collection of 3D printed clothing that was meant to emulate water pouring off of a naked body, which was designed completely based off photographs of such a phenomenon.

Even more revolutionary than the mind-bending shapes and high fashion creations that can be 3D printed, is the fact that soon your average person may have a 3D clothing printer in their home.

Imagine you’re getting ready for your Friday night out on the town, you realize you have nothing to wear, so you go online, purchase a 3D outfit and print it out while you’re in the shower. That reality is actually not as far away as it may seem.

Pocket Dial

Google and Levi’s have partnered up to push the boundaries of wearable technology with their Project Jacquard. The smart technology woven into the cuffs of a Levi’s jacket is machine washable, and, when paired with a mobile phone, allows the user to operate their phone through their jacket.

Imagine: a few taps of your cuff and you’ve skipped ahead a few songs or looked up a new route for your car. The cuffs can even buzz to let you know you have an incoming text, chat, or call, allowing the wearer to access the most important features of their phone without having to take their eyes off the road. You’ll have to make a trip to the US, though, because this technology isn’t currently available in Canada.

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So, what’s next for fashion?

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The question on many people’s mind is, “Do they make more than just jackets?” The technology is being designed so that it can be applied to any garment. Once it is woven into a piece of clothing or shoes, the user clips on a simple removable smart tag to activate the clothing.

The future is sustainable

Since launching her first collection in the early ‘90s, Stella McCartney has been reshaping fashion, one collection at a time. Known for creating modern fashion that embodies natural confidence, the luxury designer is a pioneer of alternative and futuristic technologies.

The McCartney Spring/Summer 2019 collection is youthful, fresh, and, most of all, sustainable. The brand’s director of sustainability recently shared on her Instagram how the company is pushing boundaries on sustainability with organic denim, sustainable viscose (made from wood pulp), organic cotton bags, Econyl regenerated nylon, and organic cotton sourced from a women’s farming collective in Egypt.

What would our hunter and gatherer ancestors say if they knew that tech start-up Modern Meadow is growing biofabricated materials inspired by leather by engineering the DNA of yeast to produce collagen? The company claims to be bringing together the best of nature with the best of design and technology.

Better yet, watch them all bow down in awe as your t-shirt changes from red to blue with the tap of a button.

Recently unveiled at the Materials Research Society, was a fabric woven from tiny copper wires housed in a polymer sleeve that can immediately change colour based on input from the wearer.

The future of fashion is about to be radically changed by innovations in fabric, just as it always has been for as long as there has been clothing.

The difference between then and now is the rate at which it evolves has been significantly increased by scientists equipped with the latest supercomputers and limited only by the imaginations of the designers.

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FASHION TALKS

Radicalism and

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“Fashion, in order to be meaningful, needs to be both radical and deeply experimental,” states designer Ying Gao who fuses fashion and technology, an interest of hers that was sparked nearly 17 years ago. With her works having been displayed in museums worldwide and alongside renowned designers such as Issey Miyake, Hussein Chalayan, and Helmut Lang, Montreal-based designer Ying Gao speaks about her earliest encounters with fashion and her intricate design ethos.

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One of Ying Gao’s earliest memories of being exposed to the fashion industry was visiting the Yves Saint Laurent exhibit circa 1985 at the Palais des Beaux Arts in Beijing. “China was still a country where all dress conformed to social and political norms: blue and grey uniforms, which I found rather beautiful, especially since I always loved sobriety,” she reflects of her country’s times. Saint Laurent’s work, however, communicated something new, demonstrating a more “essential quality, which influenced me during many years: the concept of the foreign, the dissimilar, and the different,” she explains. The pivotal experience ended up laying the foundation for her future. She proclaims, “No matter what it took, I would accomplish something different when I grew up.”

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NO MATTER WHAT IT TOOK, I WOULD accomplish SOMETHING DIFFERENT WHEN IGREW UP.

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After graduating from Haute École d'Art et de Design in Genève and the Université du Québec à Montréal, she began working in fashion. Over the years, she developed a notable aesthetic which she considers “speculative design or ‘design fiction’, which is radical, experimental, and slow.” In the process of completing her doctoral thesis in fashion design and technology, Gao experiments by sartorially infusing her design with societal reflections and theory. Her creations are physical products of "ideas that are expressed through objects which represent the questions and uncertainties that we’re already dealing with today.”

Think robotized garments which are embedded with fingerprint recognition technology that become animated when in the presence of a fingerprint not recognized by the system (the Possible Tomorrows collection).

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Gao’s interactive projects and collections all have well-defined theories, many of which surround current events and/or society, all with an underlying philosophy or communicative element of intangibility.

“This notion [of intangibility] is a key component of my creative concepts and of the actual design of my garments.

Elements that cannot be touched or captured are a crucial part of my garments’ structure,” she explains. The intangibleness is the ‘silver lining’ to her designs, which is either expressed in the selection of nonexistent fabric (light airy materials) or through “elements that are also inherent to my profession: a garment can be activated through someone’s voice, the stimulus of a look, or a flash of light, animating the concept just as much as the garment itself,” she elaborates on her design philosophy.

In our highly technological world, Gao considers fashion, in general, a sort of “encounter with time,” further elaborating that both "technology and fashion embody the most fragile and ephemeral aspects of our culture, insofar as that what is cutting-edge today will be old tomorrow.” Gao’s designs represent a unique blend of the fashion and tech worlds, hoping to stimulate a moment of “reflection and observation” from onlookers, as the concept of time as we know it is a linear phenomenon progressing forward. She nods at the fact that “the future belongs to those who use the technologies of their time.”

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Circulating around the core concept of intangibility, Gao seeks abstract meaning in order to experiment in all

the taxonomies within “the intangible, [which] also manifests itself through the idea of mutation. Change, flow, and volatility are all characteristics of my creations. Garments are consistently transforming in an unpredictable fashion,” she notes.

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COVER STORY

Photographer Darren Craig

LP: A LEGEND TO CELEBRATE

Dylan, Callas, Joplin, Jagger - LP is all of this and more! This NY-native is living in LA, where she has written many hit songs for many of the top pop stars. Her superb voice comes together with this killer songwriting in her own hit music.

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have to thank our Creative Director, Sylvain Blais, who introduced her music to me. When I saw her live recording of "Lost on you," I was really blown away: her voice, her sound, how cool she looks… I had to dive into her work, her videos, her interviews. She has the rock star attitude, she has more confidence than Madonna, and she’s witty like Shakespeare.

former self, and I had a girlfriend that was very involved in the fashion world and was very helpful with understanding the silhouette that I wanted to achieve with my personal style. Then, I had so many teachers as far as people I wrote with and wrote for - not in a formal way - I’m not a good formal student, but I’m a student, in general, in things I love, like music and fashion.

I’m glad we got a few words with her; she’s super kind. Seeing her perform live in Toronto, I could tell that she truly appreciates her fans.

And you’ve written songs for other artists for a long time - were you uncertain to step out on your own as a musician? What happened there? No, not really. It

You have such a distinct voice and a spectacular style - was it always like this for you? I think every-

body works on things. Some of it came from tenacity and just not accepting someone else’s view of me, which was kind of difficult, but I didn’t know I was doing it at the time, which I think is just known as basic, plain old stubbornness when you get down to it. The music business tends to have a narrower viewpoint of women especially. For years, they’ve allowed men to dress as women and get away with it and then marginalize women who play with androgyny a little bit more, but I think that is evolving and changing, and, stylistically, it’s your job as an artist to keep pushing yourself. It’s kind of how they say you’re always competing against your

started with me. I found it almost easier to sing my own songs. Except, I didn’t find it easier to find a place for them to go. I felt like I was writing songs for myself as an artist, and then I’d get signed. Recently, I had a couple major label deals where I wrote like 130-140 songs for the three years that I was in these two different major label deals on Island Def Jam and Universal, and no record came out, and I was dropped. One of those songs was picked by Backstreet Boys, and that began my songwriting career. Songwriting was the most important thing. I was comfortable on either end of it singing or writing for other people. Even when I wrote for other people, I would always be the person that sends a demo for the song when it was pitched. I have versions of a Rihanna song of me singing it.

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How old were you when you started writing songs? Late teens or early twenties, but

I didn’t really know what I was doing. I didn’t really know I was going to do anything at that point. It was a very muddy kind of thing, and I didn’t have any idea how to do it. It was more like you play a gig once or twice a month, out with a band or your friends, cross your fingers, and hope for the best, you know, shit like that. I didn’t know how to get there.

I kept doing it because it was something that interested me, and that was better than everything else that didn’t really interest me.

How did your creativity come about? Are you from a very creative family? Is your family in the entertainment business? No.

I mean, my mom sang opera and studied voice when she was young, and my father’s a lawyer. My family is very into academics and doing well in school. I couldn’t even entertain the idea of an entertainment career. It was a really outlandish, kind of wild notion.

Funnily enough, I think that they both thought I’d be a lawyer, possibly, which I was like, “Really? You guys are fucking nuts.”

I’m sure you would be a good defense lawyer, though. You think so? I don’t have the

fucking stomach to be a lawyer. It would just make me crazy.

You just seem like you’re being yourself in a really free way. It’s rare to do something for the first time, and I don’t know if you realized that you were going to offer something for the first time, but you are a novelty. That’s so dope. I think the

thing is, with all of it, is they always say there’s nothing new under the sun. To me, there is new stuff under the sun, but it’s all in the combination that you bring to the table. I do think that I’m combining a few things that make it a little bit different, I hope, but that’s what you strive for.

I think it’s a really rare thing to do, and you do it so naturally and so flawlessly. That’s really attractive about your work and what you create.

Does it take a lot of courage to do what you do?

I think to not do it can ruin a person. I don’t know if it’s courage or necessity.

I feel very lucky that I was able to find it and actually do it - that was quite a challenge, and I didn’t really know what would happen. I think the courage comes in where you don’t know because it’s a gamble. I’m not a gambler, in the least sense of the word. I can count on three fingers how many times I’ve put money down to gamble on the table, but I basically took my whole entire life and put it on the roulette wheel, like red 25. It’s kind of wild when I think about it because I wasn’t raised like that, especially raised to not take a huge chance with my entire life like that. I think my dad was always looking for that shortcut, and I think that really made a huge impression on me - trying to get to the shortcut and always fucking him up and making him lose and have to restart in all those things. I’ve always thought

I consider you as a sex symbol - how does it feel to be rewriting the code of what it is to be a sex symbol? I don’t know; no one really ever talks

about that. I think you’re the only person who thinks so.

No, I don’t think so. I can read the comments of your fans, and it’s very interesting. If we imagine a girl as a sex symbol, we’ll imagine the blonde girl with perky boobs and a certain type, but you come the way you are, and you totally achieve being a sex symbol. How does it feel to rewrite those codes? I think sexiness has always been

confidence in people. I think it’s changing all the time with women now. It’s always been with men - a man doesn’t have to be the hottest guy ever or even remotely good looking, for that matter. You see the most beautiful women with men that are physically not even close to being their equal, but they carry themselves with confidence, or they’ve got a brilliant mind, or they’re very good at what they do, whatever it is, and people are attracted to them. [When] you’re confident, and

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that was the worst way to do it. You take the longer route, the more scenic route, and learn a few fucking things, and try to get good at something. Not only that, [but] you become a human and evolve to become more empathetic, more compassionate, and understand and have a perspective. To me, as an artist, with what’s happened to me right now, I feel like my perspective is literally everything.

I feel very grateful to know what I know, to have seen the careers I’ve seen, seen my own career - the rollercoaster that it has been. I get to come to this place and have this insane gratitude because I know how lucky I am in a way, whereas I think sometimes, when you’re trying to get the shortcut, you don’t appreciate it anyway.

I’VE ALWAYS been fascinated WITH WHAT YOUR PERSONAL STYLE CAN DO FOR YOU, with HOW YOU CUT THROUGH THE WORLD; IT’S SUCH A HUGE STATEMENT.

you do your thing, you know I’m attracted to people like that, too. Maybe it’s my overkill confidence.

mous, it’s your job to try to get there, and then when you’re there, to try and help other people get there.

That’s was my next question. Do you really have all that self-confidence, or is it something that you have worked on to get to that point? I think

You seem to have a vibe of sex, drugs, and rock and roll - would you agree with that? Yeah

I worked on it. You go through periods where there are people in your life that make you not feel confident, and you get to sit on that for a while. When you have someone that makes you feel a certain way that’s not a confident feeling, you want to sit back, you put the pieces back together, then you come back stronger.

I think that’s something that shapes you, and I know I’ve built my confidence, but I think always had the pristine of it in me, and I think everyone does. You have to cultivate it. It’s like that old tale, the Native American tale, about [how] you’re two wolves. I think you’re more than two wolves, but whatever wolf you see inside of you, you know like the confidence wolf, you see that one, and it builds. It’s kind of like competing against your former self.

You’re always trying to beat your former self, and I rely on me… I try to make myself as strong as I can because it feels good. I think that anybody would agree [that] to be self-sufficient and autono-

totally - a little too much sometimes. I don’t do anything when I’m on the road and working, but I do indulge in a lot of things when I’m off the road. I’ve been up and down with that in my life, and I’m lucky enough that I didn’t have a problem ever. When you’re a kid, that’s one of the things you’re attracted to, of going into music and all those things. Probably 75% of people that go for it are thinking about one of those things. There’s a romance to it, and I don’t want to kill all of the romance of that kind of thing for anybody.

My answer to that is yes, I’m all about that shit, but I get my work done, and I do my thing, and I know when to hold ‘em and when to fold ‘em.

Your style is so great - you talked about a girlfriend who was involved in fashion, but what were your other influences? How did it slowly come together? I think a lot comes from a

lot of male artists that I love, from David Bowie, Jim Morrison, to Bob Dylan. I like to kind of go for that kind of stuff. You

know, the Bob Dylan thing, I didn’t actually realize until I was doing it, that it was actually Bob Dylan influencing me. I dress how I dress for me because I feel it comes with the muse for me. I feel like that person. I pretty much dress how I go on stage. Yes, it’s an identity, but it makes me feel in my life, in this place, and it’s a big part of how I enjoy my life. I think that’s everybody’s strategy, and whether they know it or not, that’s why the clothing industry is such a huge deal. Your physical self is your home, your house, and I feel like you always want to feel as comfortable as you can, and clothes are a huge part of it. I’ve always been fascinated with what your personal style can do for you, with how you cut through the world; it’s such a huge statement. You don’t have to get lost in it like it’s the most important thing, by any means, but it is a thing, especially as an artist. It’s just something to be enjoyed. I’ve always enjoyed it, and I’ve always been redefining, making it my own, and fine-tuning my own brand, if you will.

When [listeners found] out what I looked like, that was a really big kind of like, “Oh shit, really?” I want to be that person because that’s the thing that hopefully opens people’s minds. You have no idea what that person’s going to be like.

Do you think that romantic breakups are great fuel for writing songs? Absolutely. I don’t think that

that has to be absolutely necessary, but I think you can say having gone through it a couple of different ways and a couple of different times in life is very helpful because you can draw on those experiences. It’s like being an actor: some people don’t need that kind of experience, but it’s always, to me, good to have experiences that are human experiences and to have your own take on it. That’s your job basically as an artist: to take your experience, your specific experience, and kind of condense it, hopefully to present it in a universal way but with details of your own that speak to certain people directly where they’re like, “Holy shit, that’s almost exactly how I feel.” Then, you’re also telling them something about you; it’s like an

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exchange. You tap into something they’re feeling while revealing yourself to them, and it’s almost like it’s a relationship. That’s what bands and artists do. They’re relating, and it’s almost like you’d be friends with that person in a weird way because you’re relating to them in what they feel.

In your videos, you have all those sexy women around – how does it feel to present your sexuality so publicly? That’s my life. If you want to see

a video of what I’m into or what’s going on in my fucking head, that’s what going on in my head – a bunch of hot women. I’m not going to sugar coat it for anybody, and if it’s too, you know, whatever it is, you can’t argue with a dream. That’s like the dream sometimes, and I think it’s been going on forever with men. I just try to tell the truth of what’s going on in my life.

What does femininity mean to you? It’s kind

of gotten a raw deal for a long time, like femininity is being submissive and being gentle and weaker, but I find it to be a point of strength, a point of emotional intelligence, a vulnerability but without weakness. It’s so many things. I definitely think, physically, it conjures up dresses and high heels and stuff like that, but I think that it’s more involved with the countenance on someone’s face if they’re open to receiving a person or a thing or an idea. It’s a state of mind, and I think that men have it as well. I don’t chew on it too hard, to be honest. It’s not one of my daily words - I think because it had the wrong connotation for me for a long time, but I think I believe in it as a positive thing more and more.

If you had more free time what would you do with it?

I’d probably go out drinking with my friends more. I’d like to say travel, but I travel so much right now. Probably just spend more time being with my friends and being with my mother. That’s something that takes the biggest hit, is my social life. It’s a very social job, but ultimately you become your job. Doing this for a living is the – quote, unquote – dream job for so many people, but if you move those quotations over, it’s a real job. I love it, but it’s definitely hard.

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Nowhere Girl

A CAREFREE spirit radiates A LAIDBACK VIBE IN AN unorthodox STYLE. LIBERATED SILHOUETTES SHIFT FROM stylish jackets to RETRO DRESSES IN LUXURIOUS FABRICS WHICH sift THROUGH TIME AND SPACE. Photographer Royal Gilbert Fashion Editor Fritz

This page: Headband, Top, Skirt, Belt, Socks, and Sandals (Price upon request) MIU MIU. Opposite page: Casquette ($880) and Jumpsuit ($7,200) HERMÈS. Shirt ($990) SACAI. Tie ($135) BOSS. Belt (Price upon request) LOUIS VUITTON.

This page: Blouse, Vest, Pants, and Booties (Prices upon request) LOUIS VUITTON. Opposite page: Headband, Dress, Handbag, and Socks (Prices upon request) PRADA.

This page: Jacket (Price upon request), Skirt (Price upon request), Earrings ($1,200), and Necklace ($1,775) CHANEL. Top ($145) ALEXANDER WANG. Booties (Price upon request) LOUIS VUITTON. Opposite page: Hat ($1,780) and Dress ($7,045) GUCCI.

This page: Dress (Price upon request) DOLCE & GABBANA. Sunglasses ($510) SAINT LAURENT. Opposite page: Earrings ($1,200), Swimsuit top ($1,550), Swimsuit bottoms ($1,400), Wide belt ($1,675), and Jacket ($9,050) CHANEL.

This page: Coat ($6,000) VALENTINO. Headband (Price upon request) MIU MIU. Socks (Price upon request) PRADA. Booties (Price upon request) LOUIS VUITTON. Opposite page: Black silk wool tailored cocktail jacket with satin lapel ($4,800), Black silk wool tuxedo trousers with satin ($2,460), and Black satin Mary Jane pumps ($1,940) TOM FORD. Necklace (Price upon request) JENNIFER MEYER. Headband (Price upon request) MIU MIU. Photographer ROYAL GILBERT. Fashion Editor FRITZ. Makeup & Hair PACO PUERTAS at FOLIO using MAC COSMETICS and L’ORÉAL PROFESSIONEL. Model VICTORIA at SUTHERLAND MODELS. Photographer Assistants JULES and EMILY.

Life on Mars

UNDER THE reddish tinge OF A FOREIGN WORLD, explore the SOLAR SYSTEM THIS SPRING. Bold contemporary FABRICS, RETRO STYLES, AND DAZZLING metallics INTERTWINE to REVEAL an eclectic NEW-AGE FOR THE future of FASHION. Photographer Chris Nicholls Fashion Editor Cary Tauben

Zip Up Jacquard Top, High Waisted Slim Pant, Dandy 30mm Belt, and Leather Boots (Prices upon request) LOUIS VUITTON. Lovestruck Earrings ($85) JENNY BIRD.

This page: Sequin Net Embroidery Dress and LV Circle Ring Belt (Price upon request) LOUIS VUITTON. Loverstruck Earrings ($85) JENNY BIRD. Opposite page right: Top and Jumpsuit (Prices upon request) GRETA CONSTANTINE. Vintage Gold Jacket, Tribute Belt Bag ($1,750), and Pendant Medusa Earrings ($395) VERSACE. Gold Leather Platform Betty ($955) GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI.

This page: Dress ($9,025), Pants ($4,200), Blouse ($5,150), Earrings ($1,200), Necklace ($1,775), and Bag ($9,825) CHANEL. Opposite page : Blue-Multicolour Denim Oversize Vest ($1,005), Marble Washed Long Sleeve Denim Shirt ($3,510), Black Natural Raffia Hat with Feather and Swarovski ($1,005), Black Leather Belt with Multicolour Studs and Double-G Logo ($1,120), Low Heel Pump ($1,520) GUCCI. Silver Pants (Price upon request) GREAT CONSTANTINE. Loverstruck Earrings ($85) JENNY BIRD.

This page: Sweater 1941 Jumpsuit ($2,530) COACH. Opposite page: Black Stone Wash Denim Jacket ($1,825), Black Stone Denim Shorts ($925), Denim Boots ($2,695), Tribute Belt Bag ($1,750), and Pendent Medusa Earrings ($395) VERSACE.

Acid Turquoise Silk Garzarre V-neck Dress with White Appliqué ($11,540) and Low Heel Pump ($1,050) GUCCI. Photographer CHRIS NICHOLLS. Fashion Editor CARY TAUBEN at THE PROJECT. Model HERIETH PAUL at WOMEN MANAGEMENT. Makeup SABRINA RINALDI at THE PROJECT using MAKE UP FOR EVER. Hair MATTHEW COLLINS. Prop Stylist CAITLIN DOHERTY Production BRODER PRODUCTIONS. Retouching LORCA MOORE.

TRAVEL

Curated

SMALL RETREATS

MASSERIA MOROSETA @ MARINA DENISOVA

When in need of a simple getaway and a quiet way of life, look no further than these three enchanting hideaways that embrace and highlight natural surroundings, immersing you in a transformative sensory experience.

By Azamit

Ranging from 5-15 room establishments, these smallscale retreats provide a lifestyle of understated luxury. Whether restored, preserved, or newly constructed, behind each project is a passionate owner who is eager to share their love for the region and an architect who makes the concept a reality.

The retreats all have gorgeous landscapes that combine rustic atmospheres with natural materials, neutral colour palettes, and minimalistic modern aesthetics that blend seamlessly into the natural surroundings.

Honouring tradition, details respect local materials and artisanal crafts while shedding light on the history and quintessential characteristics of the regions. Common areas and guest rooms are meticulously curated by engaging the past with the present.

A dreamland and paradise for nature-conscious and designsavvy travellers, every space is uniquely created, allowing one to feel as if they are in a private home while maintaining the comfort and services of a hotel.

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Masseria Moroseta

MASSERIA MOROSETA @ SALVA LOPEZ

Located amid olive trees in the heart of Italian region of Puglia, 10 minutes away from Ostuni (La cittĂ Bianca), this all-white farmhouse is a long-time dream of owner Carlo Lanzini.

Designed by Andrew Trotter, founder of Openhouse Magazine, the masseria is pure bliss and a perfect mix of both a traditional atmosphere and modern design minimalism.

Don't miss out on the delightful locally sourced farm-to-table food by young chef Giorgia Goggi and the famous Moroseta dinners.

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Casa Olivi

Just beyond the medieval town of Treia in Italy, in the gorgeous Marche region, Casa Olivi is a 300-year-old dreamy farmhouse with breathtaking views where old meets new.

Protected by the Cultural and Historic Heritage of Italy, the stone building and interiors were transformed by Swiss architects Markus Wespi and Jérôme de Meuron to combine the best of Italy, from tradition to modernity.

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La Granja Ibiza

Set on acres of well-tended farmland, the 16th-century farmhouse is nestled right in the middle of Ibiza Island.

A joint project of Design Hotels and Friends of a Farmer, the centuries-old house was transformed into a hotel by Dreimeta Design Studio of Augsburg, Germany and led by Armin Fischer.

LA GRANJA COURTESY OF DESIGN HOTELS™

The once-private residence was converted while preserving and highlighting the structure’s weather-worn imperfections, imbuing the space with an aching elegance.

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Satin Blazer ($1,140 USD), High-waisted Flared Trousers ($376 USD), and Cami (Price upon request) STYLAND at FARFETCH.COM. Gold Leslie Hoop Earrings ($60 USD) MIRANDA FRYE.

West Coast

WONDER

In this photoshoot and exclusive interview, we catch up with the Canadian top model Rachel Roberts who proves that her beauty and talent is stronger than ever.

By Jane Bradshaw

Born in Vancouver, Canadian supermodel Rachel Roberts had an idyllic childhood. “I grew up in nature,” recalls the West Coast beauty. “I spent my childhood playing in the forest or in the ocean. [Vancouver is] one of the few cities in the world where you can ski and water ski in the same day.”

However, at age 15, Roberts left the seaport city and packed her bags for NYC, where, with the help of legendary Canadian agent Liz Bell, she signed with NEXT Models. The big move did come with a few changes. “To start modelling, I had to go on a strict diet and train six days a week with a trainer called Radu (who worked with Cindy Crawford at the time).” The hard work paid off, as Roberts was discovered by Jennifer Starr and Bruce Weber. “We did the Pirelli Calendar together and my first main story in Italian Vogue.” From then on, she quickly became one of the most in-demand models. “We also shot campaigns for Ralph Lauren and Perry Ellis. That opened the door for me.”

Her resume is impressive, having worked with major publications like Elle, Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, and the 2000 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue.

She’s starred in campaigns for Bottega Veneta, Sisley, and Victoria’s Secret and has graced the runways of countless designers such as Chloé, Valentino, Givenchy, Fendi, and Balmain. “I’ve been all over the world and met incredibly talented people who I wouldn’t have met otherwise. I’ve always felt modelling is such a privilege. It opened my eyes to other cultures. I grew up fast.”

A natural in front of the camera, Roberts has also transitioned into acting. She starred in the 2002 film Simone, opposite Al Pacino. “I think I was the only one of my model friends who didn’t want to be an actor. I was asked to audition for the movie Simone and had no idea what I was doing. Luckily, they were looking for an unknown and didn’t need someone with a ton of experience,” she tells us.

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Roberts has since made numerous appearances on television shows such as Entourage, Ugly Betty, Mad Men, and Numbers. She can also be seen in Rihanna’s music video for her hit record, “Bitch Better Have My Money.” “Rihanna is an incredible talent and a force of nature.

She was great on set and was involved in every element of the story. Hanging bound and topless was definitely a first for me (I did all my own stunts in that video). Rihanna had a story to tell, and I played a part. It's meant to be provocative.”

What sounds like a picture-perfect career has come with a few curve-balls. Roberts’ mother, Lila, was a model herself and became a key source of support in the early days of her career. Sadly, Lila passed from breast cancer when Roberts was only 16, a devastating loss for the young star. “I pushed ahead so [my parents’] hard work and sacrifice wasn’t for nothing. I guess it taught me perseverance. In our profession, you’re always one job away from success, so never give up.”

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“I love both modelling and acting. In one, you get to portray the image of a character, and, in the other, you get to flesh it out fully. I find acting to be more of a challenge because you have to give much more of yourself and take greater risks.”

IN OUR profession,you’re ALWAYS ONE JOB away from SUCCESS, SO NEVER GIVE UP.

Roberts’ carries that mentality with her everywhere. “You never have a chance to succeed at anything if you don’t overcome your fears, self-doubt, or whatever gets in our way.”

When she isn’t working, Roberts’ spends time with her two children and husband in Los Angeles. “As cliché as it may sound, my family is my other passion.

Spending time with my kids is what I love… I’m very lucky to be able to have a flexible job that allows me a lot of time with my kids, but, when the call comes for work, I am also able to fly off to work at a moment’s notice.”

She tells us, “I’m trying to grow old gracefully in a city [LA] that has a very different aesthetic of what beauty and youth is compared to where I grew up.

It’s important to me to show my daughter that embracing your age and loving and accepting the lines on your face is part of life.” Reflecting on the changes within the industry over the years, she notes that “our view of what is beautiful has finally broadened. Women of all shapes and sizes and all ages are succeeding in fashion, and that’s fantastic.”

Her secrets for graceful aging? Diligent sun protection, cleansing, and exfoliation. “Unfortunately, I’m a ‘side sleeper’ and can’t train myself to sleep on my back no matter what I do. To be gentle on your face, you have to find the right pillow, and whenever you can, get eight hours of sleep!”

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Asymmetric Style Blazer ($742 USD) STYLAND at FARFETCH.COM. Bikini Bottoms ($110 USD) DI VINCENZO. Earrings ($52 USD) ACCESSORY CONCIERGE. Laguna Adjustable Necklace ($75 USD) GORJANA.

This page: Dress ($1,970 USD) HAMEL. Earrings ($52 USD) ACCESSORY CONCIERGE. Opposite page: Desiree Lace Cape Top ($930 USD) MARIA LUCIA HOHAN at MODAOPERANDI.COM. Photographer RICHARD BERNARDIN. Fashion Editor AMY LU. Model RACHEL ROBERTS at LIZBELL AGENCY. Makeup & Hair ANTHONY MERANTE at THE ONLY AGENCY. Post Production PATRICIA SINCLAIR. Special thanks to LIZ BELL, GIORGIA RUSSO, and LAURA EATON-GREITHER for her incredible hospitality and stunning property.

DESIGN

STOCKHOLM DESIGN WEEK’S FINEST THE FENIX PALACE Exhibition by Ariake X and My Residence An exhibition set in a former entertainment palace in central Stockholm, "The Fenix Palace" is the second collaboration between My Residence and Japanese producer Ariake.

Designed by Hjalmar Westerlund in 1912, the venue housed a selection of restaurants, a bowling alley, a dance hall, and a theatre until 1940.

The palace played a vital role in showcasing the selected Japanese furniture as well as the crafts of small producers and local artisans. © ANDY LIFFNER AND MY RESIDENCE

Stockholm Design Week launched in 2012 and has since become the most important week of the year for Scandinavian Design. One of Europe’s leading showcases for furniture and lighting, it sees hundreds of designers, architects, and buyers from all around the world meeting at over 200 events in the Swedish capital. Collaborations, sustainability, and craftsmanship were the driving force behind most installations in the city. Here are some of the highlights from this year's edition.

By Azamit

THE BAKER’S HOUSE

By Färg & Blanche

Duo Emma Marga Blanche and Fredrik Färg decided to showcase a 'personal exhibition' in Emma's great-great-grandfather's townhouse from 1800. Inspired by Blanche family's history of the Knäckebröd (Crispbread) factory they once had, the designers dug deep into family photos, stories, and memories to create new and modern furniture designs and collections of objects.

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SPATIAL SENSIBILITIES

Exhibition by Frama and Andreas Martin-Löf Arkitekter

THE NATIONALMUSEUM

Stockholm's 19th-century Nationalmuseum recently reopened after a five-year renovation. As part of its initiative to promote Nordic design, called NM& – En Ny Samling/A New Collection, the institution commissioned five Swedish designers to work with 21 local manufacturers to furnish the new spaces.

The interior is now filled with a bespoke contemporary collection of furniture, light fittings, tableware, and other decorative objects created by contemporary Nordic designers.

Copenhagen-based design studio Frama highlighted its collection at the newly renovated house of Andreas Martin-Löf Arkitekte. Walking inside a modernist building overlooking the scenic Riddarfjarden waterway in Kungsholmstorg was an idyllic escape during the Stockholm design week.

The interior was a carefully curated exposition of Frama’s latest pieces as well as some of its permanent collection. It provides a peaceful merging of architecture and design and a collaborative ideology for a poetic modern living space.

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SIE WOHNEN HIER

Curated by Magniberg in collaboration with Bukowskis

Contemporary art, antiques, and design from auction house Bukowskis were displayed alongside (or juxtaposed) with Magniberg's audacious textiles and colourful cubistic furniture. This abstract showcase had a focus on art, quality craftsmanship, and timeless design. The exhibition was born out of a desire to inspire, while demonstrating that current design doesn't need to exclude antiquity.

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MUSIC

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The Comeback Kid

Sharon Van Etten

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Singer/songwriter Sharon Van Etten is just coming off of a four-year hiatus, but she definitely wasn’t taking it easy in that time. Since her last album, she’s enrolled in university, had a child, starred on The OA, been featured in David Lynch’s revival of Twin Peaks, made the score for Katherine Dieckmann’s feature film Strange Weather, and just released a new album, Remind Me Tomorrow, this past January, followed by an extensive tour through Europe and North America.

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had the immense pleasure of getting to know what makes her tick in this DTK-exclusive interview, from her emotional journey, her future therapy career, her songwriting, her experience on the big screen, and, of course, her blossoming family life.

She originally left music in order to go back to school for psychology, after being inspired to do so by her own fans. “I’d go to the merch table after almost every show and talk with my fans, and they’d tell me stories about how they connected to my music and why it changed their lives, and sometimes their stories would be so intensely emotional that I kind of wished I had their phone number to call them up and follow up with how they were doing,” she says with genuine care. She went on to realize that these stories were better fit for a therapist and felt a sense of responsibility and wonder to learn more and give back to the world in a therapeutic context.

However, she ended up having to postpone school when she was cast on The OA. Her time on the show was not really the break she envisioned from performing, though. “Acting has been one of my biggest creative challenges because it’s different than learning a song and performing live. Performing and writing, for me, it’s my life, it’s my material.

I have to conjure real emotions and I have to control them on stage; it’s a very cathartic experience. In the acting world, I’m drawing on a real emotion to pretend to be somebody else.” Similarly, performing on Twin Peaks was a new experience for the musician. “The whole process was very dreamlike because it was all very last-minute… I was nervous as hell, but I pretended like I was just performing at a venue.” Sharon hopes to be able to focus some more real energy on it in the near future (check out The OA Part II now out on Netflix).

Again, her school plans changed when she got pregnant, having her baby at the beginning of 2017. “I went off the road to go back to school, and I ended up becoming a mother and an actress.”

Somehow during this time, she still man-

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aged to go to school part-time and write enough songs for a new album. “[My partner and I] know how important this time is for us as a family, but we also know that if we don’t both pursue our passions and our work, then we’re not going to be as good as role models that we want to be.” She sums up her experience with child-raising by saying “it’s lifechanging. Everything that they tell you is true, but there’s no way to really know it until it happens.”

Having the intense love for her child also changed the way Van Etten approached music-writing and being in touch with her emotions. “[It] made me write about love in such a different way… These feelings of love are so much deeper and multidimensional.

You look at a combination of your love when you look at a child, and you think about the context of the world and current events, wanting your child to be safe and wanting to be a positive influence, while still battling demons, but obviously it’s from a much different perspective now.” She continues by recounting, “There’s some songs [I wrote when] he’d be sleeping, and I’d be scribbling down all the things I want to say to him… I’m living for something way bigger than myself, and I want him to know that and to feel that, and it’s way bigger than my past heartaches, which are a big part of who I am and how I’ve grown, but this is something else entirely.”

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“I’m excited for my fans to see another side of me,” claims Sharon about her new album. “These songs are much more upbeat, a little more aggressive, and more compulsive than my last record… I’m excited to see the world again and to learn how to perform in a new way.” Moreoever, she worked closely with a producer on the creative direction for this album,, telling us that “it was scary as hell… But it definitely helped me feel like I had grown a lot to give others the freedom to do what they’re really good at and give me the freedom to just sing, which is what I do best.”

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Sharon seems continually inspired by the cyclical nature of life. In particular, her new single, “Comeback Kid,” is described as “a journey of me coming back home. When anyone goes back home, there’s so many versions of yourself that you face. That sense of returning home is not necessarily looking back on your past but reflecting on who you are and how all those versions of yourself of who you used to be are also still who you are now. I’ll always be my parents’ daughter; I’ll always be the middle child (laughs).” She wants to embrace and acknowledge the child still in her, even while embarking on the journey of raising her own child. “I think sometimes we shy away from who we used to be, and I think sometimes we struggle with knowing that’s still part of who we are.”

SOMETIMES we SHY AWAY FROM WHO WE USED TO BE, AND I THINK sometimes WE STRUGGLE WITH KNOWING THAT’S STILL PART OF WHO WE ARE. Van Etten acknowledges the power that comes from being able to honour the past versions of herself and bring that to the public. “I think there’s a strength in vulnerability that people don’t talk about very often. I think people can confuse that for weakness and insecurity. It takes a lot of confidence and sense of self and awareness to be able to talk about who you are and what you’ve been through and how it’s affected you and helped you connect with people more… I think a big part of what I’m trying to say to my fans is that I’m a real person, and I’ve been through shit, and I know you have too, that we have a lot more in common than you realize.”

Sharon’s music helps her connect to her fans and her past selves, but most importantly, it helps her stay grounded and mentally well. “It’s a form of therapy for me and a huge outlet. If I didn’t sing or write songs, I’d probably be in therapy more often (laughs). I just had all these feelings that I didn’t know how to express… I’d put pen to paper, or I would just start singing and feel better. I [later] got a therapist who helped me understand what music meant to me.”

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I’m in awe of how mature, well-spoken, and comfortable in herself she is, in a much happier place than in her young 20s when she stayed with her parents while getting her life back on track. I ask how she’s gotten to this point and if she could give some advice for others in similar situations.

Leaving me with a lot to think about after this heartwarming interview, she responds, “If you’re ever around someone and feel like you’re censoring yourself or can’t see yourself, ask yourself why that is. I feel like that has held me back in my life, where I wanted to please that person or change that person. Just surrounding myself with people who wanted to understand me and help me, and I could just be unhinged and be myself and not walk on eggshells [was the best thing for me] because I feel like life is too short to not do the things you want to do and be who you are.

I think a lot of doubt and insecurity in my life came from surrounding myself with people who didn’t want to really know me.”

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BUSINESS

Michele

ROMANOW

IN THE DEN OF DRAGONS

Born in Alberta and raised in Saskatchewan, Michele Romanow had already started three businesses before she was 28. Today, she is listed as one of the 100 most powerful women in Canada. With all her experience, Michele divulges to DTK her story of success, her advice to young innovators, the positive and negative impacts of social media, and how the solution to climate change may be at the hands of future entrepreneurs.

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ichele started her entrepreneurial story while studying engineering at Queen’s University in Kingston. Realizing by her second year that she was going to be much better at building businesses than bridges, she started brainstorming ideas with her friends and launched her first venture, The Tea Rooms, a sustainable coffee shop on her university campus that is still there 11 years later.

Michele’s second business, however, took a bit of a different form, with the idea originally gaining her some funny looks: “By the time I graduated, I had figured out that [the] worldwide supply of sturgeon caviar was down by 95% because we had overfished the Caspian Sea. So, I was crazy enough, with two co-founders, to write a business plan and then to actually move out to the East Coast of Canada and build a fishery from scratch. That is literally everything it sounds like: boats, fisherman, my hands knee-deep in fish. I mean, this was one of the most glamorous products with one of the least glamorous supply chains.” She reminisces of her experience with good humour, although, with the unfortunate recession in 2008, demand for the product ceased, and the business collapsed.

Michele was never far away from her next venture, starting again, this time in the world of e-commerce. Going on to co-found Snap (originally SnapSaves) and Buytopia, Michele is also now the youngest ever Dragon on CBC’s Dragons’ Den, joining the cast five years ago, this season. During her time as a Dragon, Michele felt there must be another choice for e-commerce entrepreneurs other than the archaic option to take debt from a bank or raise money from a venture capitalist, both of which have great setbacks. She therefore set out to launch her company Clearbanc, which provides revenue sharing solutions to fund new online businesses, without taking equity or personal guarantees. Admirably, Clearbanc has also funded eight times more women than the industry average as the decision to invest is based solely on data. The outcome of Clearbanc is that entrepreneurs can affordably borrow the capital that they need to grow, without having to give up a piece of their company.

It is safe to say that Michele is really motivated in completing her life mission to make and build successful entrepreneurs. I ask her what her advice would be to young people who aspire to be innovators: “I think the most important thing as a young person is to just start. You just have to get out there and start your first business,

and that will be the best education you will ever get in your whole career. Some people ask me, ‘So, how are you successful?’, and I literally just think I started early, so I tried more than anyone else. I’ve had so many projects that have failed in my career… I think I never gave myself excuses. We have to separate as women that there are some disadvantages, but there are also some huge advantages, and, I think, like anything in this world, one always comes with [the other]. I mean, imagine if I had read the study that says, ‘Well, if a woman pitches a business, it gets fined 20% less’, or whatever the number is. I never think about that. I just think, okay, that person didn't understand — I have just got to do another pitch, and, ultimately, persistence and resilience solves almost every problem. People laughed at me throughout my career. People thought it was crazy that I was going to go build a fishery. People thought it was crazy that we were going to build an e-commerce company when I didn't have a background in technology. People certainly thought it was crazy when I said I was going to build a bank having never been in financial services or technology. But, ultimately, when you understand your customer, you can build something really extraordinary.” Michele’s passion and drive are apparent.

Regarding social media, I was curious to gain Michele's insight to its relationship with entrepreneurship. Her response expresses how social media is a great mechanism for businesses to gain a direct relationship with their customers. However, she continues, “I think, in addition to that, you know, in some ways that social media has gotten so polished, that I think the pendulum has swung in the opposite direction, where we are looking for more authenticity than ever before… I think we are facing a backlash in some ways; you know, there is only so much perfection humans can handle until they are like, this is just not real anymore. Everyone’s life is a little bit messy and a little bit difficult, and it’s actually by being, you know, tough and resilient and persistent through those messes that you can build real companies.”

Lastly, I ask Michele how the worlds of entrepreneurship and environment intertwine: “If you don't treat your employees correctly, they eventually leave you, and you eventually have problems. It’s the same thing with the earth…

I think entrepreneurs have the best ability to solve the world’s problems, and [I hope] I can do a little bit of that through Dragons’ Den, a little bit of that through Clearbanc, a little bit of that through not-for-profit work. Those are the things that really matter to me.”

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Marcel Wanders

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THE INFLU NCER Beauty, intelligence, boldness, and humour can be used to describe the work of this iconoclastic designer who keeps surprising us ever since the creation of his studio in Amsterdam in 1996. Marcel Wanders collaborates with some of the best companies such as Alessi, Baccarat, Chrostofle, and RocheBobois. In 2001, he founded the label Moooi to ensure the proliferation of his work while opening doors for a new generation of exceptionally talented designers. We had a chance for a rare discussion with a true design influencer.

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Is there very often humour in your work? Why is it important for you? There are different

emotions that you want to share, and I am doing that in the context of design.

In design, I try to share and multiply what is good and beautiful. There is a sense of humour, but it is never a joke because a joke is only good for a moment. There is a lightness in the work.

We don’t think that everything in design has to be a geometric reproduction of functionality. There are more interesting ways to look at products.

In order to become a great designer, you have to create your own universe. You need to find your own personality. Were you different from other kids growing up? My dad was

a proud man, and, as a kid, he said to me and my brother and sisters, “You are a Wanders.” For some reason, it meant something, even if we did not know what it meant. Later in life, it gave me a sense that we were able and allowed to maybe do things differently than was expected from us. It allows us the freedom that maybe other people did not have. It’s the way I felt all my life.

Amsterdam seems a great city for design - why is that so? I think, for hundreds

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of years, we have been a culture that is more open minded than other ones. It’s a country that people have fled when they were in trouble elsewhere. I made a large book called Amsterdam Creative Capital, and I investigated on 700 years of creative findings, and I should one day calculate, but I think 30 or 40% of the big new ideas made in Amsterdam were from people not native to the city. It has always been a haven for people that have ideas.

One of the first iconic pieces you created in 1996, called the Knotted Chair, had an amazing impact in the world of design.

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year when I was part of Droog Design, the results and the reactions were overwhelming because we were just a bunch of kids doing some prototypes. We were looked [at] as a group of people doing something different. I was sure that for the second year, that people would come and show up for our presentation in Milan. I knew if I could make something really important, then it would make a difference, or, at least, it would be seen. I was fortunate enough to make something special.

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I KNEW IF I COULD MAKE something WICH IS REALLY IMPORTANT THEN IT would make A DIFFERENCE, OR, AT LEAST, IT WOULD BE SEEN. You do many collaborations with great brands like Alessi, Louis Vuitton, and Christofle, to name just a few. One that I find really impressive was the Le Roi Soleil chandelier that you did for Baccarat. We started working with

Baccarat 10 years ago in a very humble way. We just did a few little things that were beautiful but took so much time to get it right. It is wonderful to work with such a company that respect traditions.

They asked us to do a chandelier that is the center of their existence. We were super excited about that. We wanted to use the heritage of the company but also something that is contemporary, different, and modern, otherwise, why would we be involved? We did not want to lose the structure or the fibre of this crystal rain forest. At the end, we found a way. Instead of changing the fibre and the structure, we only cut out the shape in a very different way. We adapted the original design to a geometric form that can adapt more easily to modern architecture that can be identified as a Baccarat icon.

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Almost 20 years ago, you co-founded Moooi, which means ‘beautiful’ in Dutch, with Casper Vissers. What does it represent? Well I wanted [to work] with my

MARCEL WANDERS FOR ROCHE BOBOIS © DIDIER DELMAS

good friend to represent more than just my work but also other talented designers. For three years, we suffered; we had to sell our houses and had no income - it was ridiculous. We fought our way through, and we thought it was important. Today, we have a company that made its mark through time and a little bit on the history of design. It has launched about 20 designers that are now well-known. That is beautiful! It has made me a stronger designer and made me tougher on myself. Moooi is my school, and I learn from it everyday. It is probably my biggest project and maybe one of my best.

LOUIS VUITTON CHAISE LONGUE RED

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LIFESTYLE

DINING OUT Wondering which new bar or restaurant is worthy of your precious time? Stop looking. The following places are the ones that the crowds are flocking to at the moment and where you should definitely stop by, without thinking twice. By Marie-Ève Venne VANCOUVER

St. Lawrence - 269 Powell Street

Vancouver’s St. Lawrence has been a customer favourite, thanks to their unapologetic take on classic French-Canadian cuisine, serving very typical but upscale Quebecois meals. The portion sizes are more than copious, and even the veggies are on the hearty side, like the ratatouille served with cheddar custard. The cocktails are heavy on booze and their spirits list is full of cognac, making you wonder if you are still in a city well known for its light Asian cuisine and green juices. It's generous and a little bit decadent, but you should leave your guilt at the door to fully enjoy the delicious experience.

MONTREAL

Milky Way – 1886 rue Centre #2 The new venture of Barroco Group (Foiegwa & Atwater Cocktail Club) fully embraces the tiki revival while staying true to its neighbourhood bar essence. The menu offers cocktails from expert mixologist Christophe Beaudoin Vallières with the help of Jérémie Bourgeois and Kate Boushel. The most talked about (and most posted on Instagram) drink on their list is the Marine Dream (sherry, aquavit, Pimm's, prosecco, herbs, celery bitters, and raspberry), served in a giant shiny flamingo. The early '80s Miami decor is complete with a cosmo-inspired staircase, the green glass dome covered in plants, and pink accents. Milky Way is way more than just a buzzworthy name on your list.

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TORONTO

Après Wine Bar – 1166 Queen St. W.

The new go-to in the city for great wines and snacks belongs to the same people behind Canis, one of Canada’s Top 100 restaurants. They offer a selection of small snacks and sharing dishes like Canadian oysters with house-made hot sauce, cured meat, beef tartare, braised ribs, a fried fish sandwich, and more. The major focus here is the wine, including many small-lot finds from places like Austria, Australia, and South Africa. The interior is all about clean minimalist design, offering plenty of communal seating if you’ve got the whole crew with you. Après, as its name suggests, is the place you go at the end of the night, for that one last glass of wine that you totally deserve.

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CULTURE

LaSalle College

DESIGNERS OF TOMORROW FROM LASALLE COLLEGE © SEBASTIEN ROY

LEGACY

This year, LaSalle College in Montreal celebrates its 60th anniversary and their partnership with the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (MMFA) is only the beginning of the festivities.

By Keana Hall

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the outfits from LaSalle College presented in the latter in the Boite à Couture, which are displayed at the MMFA alongside the other exhibitions. © LOIC DUFOUR

LaSalle College is collaborating with the MMFA to premiere Thierry Mugler: Couturissime and Montreal Couture, two major fashion exhibitions being held in Montreal from March 2 to September 8, 2019.

Premiering in Montreal, this is the very first exhibit on the work of French designer Thierry Mugler. The exhibit will showcase over 140 garments from his prêt-à-porter and haute couture creations. Most pieces are being shown for the very first time, in addition to a variety of unpublished documents and sketches.

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Presented alongside, Montreal Couture will recognize the talent of ten local creators, six of whom are LaSalle College alumni. Thierry-Maxime Loriot, the curator of the Courtissime and Designers of Tomorrow exhibitions, carefully selected

François Bousquet, Director of the International School of Fashion, Arts, and Design at LaSalle College says, “We are proud to exhibit the unique creations by our students, especially since they will not only be among the works of Thierry Mugler but also Quebec fashion icons such as Marie Saint Pierre, Denis Gagnon, and MARKANTOINE." Seeing as LaSalle College is training the next generation in fashion, it was only natural for them to partner with the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts on this.

Additionally, during events at the museum, LaSalle College students will be hosting a series of design-related workshops.

The exhibit runs at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts until September 8, 2019.

our Fashion Design graduates Branagan Auld, Charlotte Deneux, Florence Lachapelle, Josyane Lagacé, Roxanne Ouellet-Bernier, Alessandro Ortiz, Krystel Roy, Florence Tremblay

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BOOKS

Summer

SELECTION

Some people like to curl up with a good book when it's cold outside, but we love to read year-round at DTK. Our editors compiled these compelling reads you’ll want to take with you to the park, beach, or airport.

HOLLYWOOD’S EVE:

EVE BABITZ AND THE SECRET HISTORY OF L.A.

By Lili Anolik

From designing album covers for Buffalo Springfield and The Byrds to having romantic affairs with superstars, such as Jim Morrison, it-girl Eve Babitz was leading a remarkable life. She had quite a way with words, so much so, that her writing was praised by her peers, including Joan Didion. Babitz went on to produce seven autobiographical and confessional books before a freak fire in the '90s turned her into a recluse; that is, until Lili Anolik tracked her down. It took Anolik years of research, recorded interviews, and passionate rereading of Babitz’s work, along with special affection for her subject, to finally tell the story of a woman that lived her life on her own terms from start to finish. —Marie-Ève Venne

The Home for Unwanted Girls

By Joanna Goodman This is a heart-wrenching love story combined with some of Quebec's most shocking history. In the 1950s, there is little civility between the French and English people of Quebec. Though for Maggie Hughes, even the extreme disapproval of her English father cannot stop her feelings for the poor French boy who lives the next farm over. Soon finding herself pregnant at just fifteen, Maggie is forced to give up her baby, Elodie, for adoption, but life in an orphanage is short-lived, as Elodie survives the horror of being a ‘Duplessis orphan’, falsely declared mentally unfit and sent to a psychiatric hospital. As the years pass and their stories entwine, both Maggie and Elodie grow desperate to reclaim the truth of their family.

—Daisy Mellar

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PICASSO:

AN INTIMATE PORTRAIT

By Olivier Widmaier Picasso

Written by his grandson, who first became aware of Picasso when he saw a TV interruption announcing the passing of Pablo Picasso, this book is absolutely beautiful: well-laid-out and well-illustrated on high-quality paper. A subject that was avoided at home suddenly became a subject of interest for Olivier. We always wonder how one man can be so prolific. This book doesn’t only portray his art but is also filled with Picasso’s personal anecdotes (his relationships with women, his kids, and his family) and his political involvement and beliefs. You really get a sense of the era he lived in, the war climate, the social scene, and the importance of his artistic work.

—Kathia Cambron

WHEN: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing

By Daniel H. Pink

The Little Book of Hygge:

DANISH SECRETS TO HAPPY LIVING

By Meik Wiking

Pronounced ‘hoo-ga’, Hygge is the Danish philosophy for comfort, togetherness, and well-being. For Meik Wiking, author and CEO of the Happiness Research Institute in Copenhagen, Hygge is about atmosphere and experience. It is about spending time with the people you love, sharing food and conversation, lighting candles and drinking warm beverages, feeling safe and at home, turning phones off, and being present in the here and now. Within this beautiful guide, readers explore the true underpinnings of this adorable Danish concept, gaining ideas and advice to incorporate Hygge into their own lives. —Daisy Mellar

Timing is everything, from becoming famous to getting that promotion you always wanted. What if timing was no longer this ‘lucky’ phenomenon and sequences of unrelated events that aligned perfectly? Daniel Pink explores the science behind time and how to tap into “when” you should be making your next best decision. Shifting our mindsets away from intuition and guesswork, Pink draws on extensive research from psychology to economics, revealing how to literally live our best life and, ultimately, succeed.

The cutting-edge research presented in the book is fascinating, leaving you with a practical approach on how to really have perfect timing.

—Brenna Dixon

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LIFESTYLE

SHOP AROUND Welcome in the new season by treating yourself to a well-deserved shopping spree. Whether you find

yourself in Montreal, Toronto, or Vancouver, shop to your heart's content (but stop before you drop) at one of the following Canadian hot spots.

By Marie-Ève Venne

Montreal:

ÉDITIONS DE ROBES 5334 Blvd. Saint Laurent

Offering an impeccably curated selection of stunning dresses, this store is a must-stop. Éditions de Robes features designs for a range of silhouettes focusing on timeless pieces that have a classic yet contemporary edge and feminine styling. Manufactured in Montreal, the company also sells a select range of fine jewellery, handbags, and sunglasses.

Toronto:

FORTNIGHT 913 Queen St. W.

Vancouver:

WARBY PARKER 2290 West 4th Ave.

Find your new perfect glasses.

Vancouverites now have the chance to check out eyewear options at the NYCbased brand Warby Parker that has just opened its first location in Western Canada. Dubbed the “Netflix of eyewear” when it debuted in 2010, thanks to its disruptive direct-to-consumer model that offered prescription frames and lenses in a neat, affordable-price-for-all package, Warby Parker is an absolute must for any stylish Canadian woman.

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Toronto-born and Instagrmtrendy lingerie brand Fortnight has finally opened a physical store. Created by the talented Christina Remenyi, the label is undeniably sexy but also celebrates body diversity.

Fortnight takes extreme care in every intricate detail of the production process to ensure beauty and quality in each piece —the result being sensual yet durable pieces.

“The magic of Mugler comes to Montreal.”

— Newsweek.com

A MONTREAL WORLD PREMIERE

A presentation of

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An exhibition initiated, produced and circulated by the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, in collaboration with the Clarins Group and the Maison Mugler. The Museum extends its thanks to Quebec’s Ministère de la Culture et des Communications, the Conseil des arts de Montréal and the Canada Council for the Arts for their ongoing support. | Alan Strutt, Yasmin Le Bon (detail), 1997. La Chimère collection, Thierry Mugler haute couture fall/winter 1997-1998. © Alan Strutt