I am excited to share the second issue in the 2013 Montana Woman Collector Series with you. I have dreamed about this issue for the past two years. This issue is full of fashion geared (no pun intended!) for all ages of Montana women who are willing to embrace the exploration of unusual fashion. Steampunk has intrigued me from the very first time I saw it in 2008. Steampunk is a loose term used to describe an extraordinary fashion trend. By remixing styles from the Victorian era, the Wild West, classic Goth, gypsy, aviation, and industrial fetish, steampunk fashion creates a unique and beautifully disturbing look. The May issue explores many venues of fashion – not just clothing. The pages are overflowing with fashion for the home, food fashion, jewelry fashion, shoe fashion, pet fashion and much, much more! Prepare yourself to be inspired by color, images, articles, and many amazing Montana women. In addition to our bold expressions of fashion, you will notice a new look and
layout for this issue. The man responsible is Rick Anderson, and he has totally rocked the May issue. Rick joined the Montana Woman family in February and brings over 25 years of professional experience to the team. Stemming from a background in design and advertising, he has worked with print campaigns, the Web, magazines, photography, and package design. Rick graduated from Flathead High School and moved west to earn his degree in graphic design, where he honed his craft as a designer and creative director for various agencies. He began freelancing in 2000 and was drawn back to Montana to enjoy the culture and great outdoors. I want to thank the entire Montana Woman family for helping bring my dream to fruition. I am blessed to be surrounded by an amazingly talented team of people who embraced my vision. It has been a bit of a challenge pulling this off in less than 30 days, but that is just one of the joys of being the only monthly publication in the state. Deadlines, limited time and a unique concept are often the magical ingredients necessary to create greatness. As you flip the pages of our Fashion Issue, please take note of all the talented artists involved in the creative product you are holding. Montana is blessed with people who are willing to think outside the box while helping others
achieve their dreams. Some may say this issue is a bit edgy. I agree. I like edgy. Grab a cold drink, make yourself comfortable, and take your time with the May issue of Montana Woman Magazine. Rest assured that we have many more surprises in store for you in 2013! In closing I would like to leave you with the words of Bachman Turner Overdrive.
You ain’t seen nothin’ yet B-B-B-Baby, you just ain’t seen nothin’ yet Here’s something that you never gonna forget B-B-B-Baby, you just ain’t seen nothin’ yet
Take Care,