HEAVEN HAS HEELS | Boots & Beauty Issue

BOOTS & BEAUTY ISSUE

HEAVEN HAS HEELS ISSUE 26 | OCTOBER 2015

CONTENTS

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STYLE 7. ELEVATE YOUR STYLE

We fell head-over heel for these pumped up kicks from Louboutin.

the world, so too do our heavenly heels.

13. ELEVATE YOUR STYLE 8. URBAN COWGIRL

Treat yo’self to this adorable Charlotte Olympia mini-bar clutch.

It gives a whole new meaning to happy hour.

9. DISCO DIVA

14. OUT OF THE BLUE Versatile, timeless and chic, embrace the best in blue accessories. From denim to glitter, there’s something for every occasion.

City attitude with a cowgirl edge, check out the latest Westerninspired accessories.

Make the world your personal catwalk with these bootilicious selections.

10. EXOTICA

Textured totes and eye-catching clutches are dominating the accessory world this season.

12. TAKE IT TO THE LIMIT

As hemlines rise on catwalks around

16. A STEP IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION

London footwear designer Alexander White puts his best foot forward with his eponymous line of heavenly heels.

18. ELEVATED

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The beauty is in the details for modeltruned-footwear designs Susana Traca.

20. SLIP ON IN

Reinventing a footwear favorite is all in a day’s work for rising star Duke & Dexter.

22. WALK ON BY

Designed in Australia. Made in Italy.

Footwear label Atiana designs timeless staples to elevate your everday.

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24. HATS OFF

Inspired by a British sensibility, Russian milliner, Iva Ksenevich is intent on cultivating the next generation of welldressed women.

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25. HOW MUCH IS TOO MUCH?

We ask some of our favorite style bloggers: How much is too much to pay for a pair of shoes?

54. KNOW THY DESIGNER

We ask some of our favorite jewelry designers: What’s one thing people would never guess about you?

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55. THE BIG BOOT GUIDE

We pay homage to Fall’s shining stars.

62. FALL FASHION TIPS & TRICKS

Dale Noelle, former model and founder of True Model Management, shares her tips for putting your best foot forward this Fall.

63. RUNWAY

Highlights from ModaLisboa — Lisbon Fashion Week.

70. WELL HEELED HOT SEAT

We put Yuwie Lee, founder and designer of luxury jewelry brand Yuwei designs in our Well Heeled Hot Seat.

BEAUTY 72. EDITOR’S PICKS

74. RAW AND REAL

73. BEAUTY FACTS THAT WILL BLOW YOUR MIND

75. DIVINE BEAUTY

The hottest releases and best tried-and-true makeup and beauty products.

Dominate your next trivia night with these astounding beauty facts.

In a world of filters and nonReality TV, is the no makeup selife changing the way we view beauty?

Natural skincare line Zaya Oils, delivers products as fashionable as they are effective.

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EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Angela Gilltrap CREATIVE DIRECTOR Amanda Smythe PHOTO DIRECTOR Rob Shaw COPY EDITOR Maria Holmes FEATURES EDITOR Julia Stuart CONTRIBUTORS

BORIA ALBA, CHELSEA CONKLIN, OSVALDO DELGADO, CINTIA GARZON, ALENA KRUPETSKOVA, MARINA KRUPETSKOVA RODNEY RAY, NICOLE ROSS, FELI RUIX, ANASTASIA RUBIN, OVAIS SHEIKH, ELISABETH VALERA

HEAVENHASHEELS.COM On the cover: THEORY dress; SOLE SOCIETY shoes.

Photographed by RODNEY RAY Styled by OVAIS SHEIKH Makeup by CHELSEA CONKLIN Hair by OSVALDO DELGADO Heaven Has Heels magazine is published by Lot 17 Media. The entire contents of Heaven Has Heels are protected by copyright and may not be reproduced without the expressed written consent of the publisher. Heaven Has Heels accepts no responsibility for unsolicited manuscripts and/or photographs and assumes no liability for products or services advertised herein. Heaven Has Heels reserves the right to edit, rewrite, refuse or reuse material, is not responsible for errors or omissions and may feature same on HeavenHasHeels.com, as well as other mediums for any and all purposes.

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RUNWAY relive the runway...

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EDITOR’S NOTE

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n an article entitled The Rules of Instagram, Hayley Bloomingdale the editorial and social media editor for Moda Operandi wrote on Vogue.com, “If your picture doesn’t get more than eleven likes, you need to take it down because it sucks. Note: This applies to users with 100 followers or more. If you are new and have fewer than 100 followers, then hurry up and get cooler.”

In a world obsessed with “likes” and “followers,” we’ve lost sight of the positive power of social media. It’s not a judgment platform designed to make you feel bad about yourself. It’s about tapping into a virtual community of like-minded individuals to share your views, passions and creativity to the world. The early adopters of these platforms weren’t buying friends or creating strategies to attract brand sponsorship; they were sharing. The gratification didn’t come from likes (bought or earned) it came from mustering the courage to post in the first place.

I’ve been in the publishing world for over a decade, before that, I toured the world as a performer.

What I’ve learned is that creativity comes in all shapes and sizes. What may appeal to one person, may not register for another but the fact is,

there is beauty in everything — from the froth on our morning coffee to the heirloom ring I’m wearing as I write this piece — not everyone will see it, but it is there.

In this our Boots & Beauty issue we reflect on what beauty is, as defined by individuals we admire. If you’re a loyal follower of ours you’ll notice that our editorial isn’t designed to highlight the brands with the most followers or active social media teams, it’s based upon merit, creativity, passion and courage.

History shows us that the great innovators of our time did not attract the “likes” of the masses. It was decades after they were laid to rest, that the world truly began to appreciate their work. So please don’t be discouraged by the shallow side of social media. Focus on what you love, not what loves you.

Until next time, may your heels be as high as your standards,

FOCUS ON WHAT YOU LOVE, NOT WHAT LOVES YOU

Angela Gilltrap

Editor-In-Chief

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INSPIRED TO P 1 0 0 FO O D B LO G G E R S DINING IN HAS NEVER LOOKED THIS GOOD

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elevate your style CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN DELIVERS SNEAKY STILETTO STYLE THIS SEASON. TRACK WORK HAS NEVER LOOKED THIS GOOD. CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Boltina 120 leather and mesh ankle boots, MyTheresa.com

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RALPH LAUREN Collection Meadow boot, Couture.Zappos.com

THE KOOPLES Western Mini Boot, Zappos.com

UGG COLLECTION Stella boot, Zappos.com

BELLE BY SIGERSON Morrison Cynn boot, Zappos.com

CoSTUME NATIONAL boot, Couture.Zappos.com

SEE BY CHLOE Flame detail boot, Couture.Zappos.com

Runway images: Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Russia AW15

URBAN COWGIRL SADDLE UP THIS SEASON WITH COWGIRL INSPIRED-STYLE. IT’S A LITTLE HOMETOWN LOVE WITH CITY-GIRL ATTITUDE. Heeled boots originated centuries ago specifically to be worn when horse riding.

It’s no surprise then, that these versatile footwear favorites are still popular today. Easy-to-wear and a breeze to style, a good cowboy boot — whether it’s a homage to the original or a modern-day version — are a great go-to for day or night wear.

MARC BY MARC JACOBS OZ INDIGO ICON JACKET MYTHERESA.COM

TOGA Pulla buckled cowboy boots FarFetch.com

THE ROW FRINGED SHOULDER BAG FARFETCH.COM

JULIA NIKOLAEVA

IGOR GULYAEV

ELENA BRYNTSALOVA

ON THE RUNWAY

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ROGER VIVIER

GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI MARKUS LUPFER

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DISCO DIVA MAKE THE WORLD YOUR PERSONAL CATWALK WITH TO THESE BOOTILI OUS SELECTIONS.

sAINT LAURENT

Channel your inner dancing queen with this season’s vast array of disco-inspired footwear. From Saint Laurent to Roger Vivier, designers have embraced the sparkle. All that’s left for you to do is perfect the strut.

Francis Montesinos AW15 | Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Madrid

EXOTICA DOLCE & GABBANA Mini Sicily leather tote, MyTheresa. com

TEXTURED TOTES AND EYECATCHING CLUTCHES ARE DOMINATING THE ACCESSORY WORLD THIS SEASON. EXOTIC MATERIALS AND ALLURING EMBELLISHMENTS MAKE FOR SOME DROOL-WORTHY DESIGNS. VICTORIA BECKHAM Quincy embossed leather tote, MyTheresa.com

SAINT LAURENT Classic Monogram printed leather shoulder bag, MyTheresa.com

CHRISTOPHER KANE Safety Buckle Mini embossed leather shoulder bag, MyTheresa.com

CHLOÉ Drew python shoulder bag, MyTheresa.com

CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Rougissime snakeskin clutch, MyTheresa.com

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Runway Images: Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Madrid AW15

The 2nd Skin Co.

TAKE IT TO THE LIMIT Devota & Lomba

AS HEMLINES RISE ON CATWALKS AROUND THE WORLD, SO TOO DO OUR HEAVENLY HEELS.

Devota & Lomba

Elevate your style with these sky-high ankle boots that add an edge to the ordinary. Granted these aren’t right for every occasion, but they do add a certain amount of femme fatale fabulousness to the simplest of outfits. Pair them with opaque tights and this season’s hottest ticket item: the Mini to up your style stakes.

DSQUARED2 CROPPED BIKER JACKET MYTHERESA.COM

CHLOÉ GEORGIA SHOULDER BAG FARFETCH.COM

GIORGIO ARMANI Pleated ankle boots, FarFetch.com

GIULIETTA NEW YORK PRINTED PANEL A-LINE SKIRT FARFETCH.COM HEAVEN HAS HEELS october 2015 | @HHHEELS

DOLCE & GABBANA Stiletto booties, FarFetch.com

DSQUARED2 Babe Wire ankle boots, FarFetch.com

SAINT LAURENT Stiletto booties, FarFetch.com

GIANNI RENZI Quilted stiletto ankle boots, FarFetch.com

CASADEI Banded stiletto heel boots, FarFetch.com

VALENTINO GARAVANI Rockstud boots, FarFetch.com

elevate your style TREAT YO’ SELF TO THIS ADORABLE CHARLOTTE OLYMPIA MINI BAR CLUTCH. IT GIVES A WHOLE NEW MEANING TO HAPPY HOUR. CHARLOTTE OLYMPIA Mini Bar embellished box clutch, MyTheresa.com

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Madrid AW15 | Ana Locking

OUT OF THE BLUE VERSATILE, TIMELESS AND CHIC, EMBRACE THE BEST IN BLUE ACCESSORIES THIS SEASON. FROM DENIM TO GLITTER, THERE’S SOMETHING FOR EVERY OCCASION. CHARLOTTE OLYMPIA Orbital Pandora clutch, FarFetch.com NINA RICCI Vanesio leather shoulder bag, MyTheresa.com

MIU MIU Denim tote, MyTheresa.com

ANYA HINDMARCH Glitter road sign clutch, FarFetch.com VERSACE Medusa clutch, FarFetch.com

VALENTINO GARAVANI Rockstud clutch, FarFetch.com

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A STEP IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION LONDON FOOTWEAR DESIGNER ALEXANDER WHITE PUTS HIS BEST FOOT FORWARD WITH HIS EPONYMOUS LINE OF HEAVENLY HEELS. What attracted you to footwear design? Initially, I had planned to study architecture, but at the last minute I changed my application to Design and Applied Arts. I specialized in fashion and noticed that I was more excited about designing the shoes and the ‘look,’ than the actual clothes. After graduating, I made the switch and enrolled at Cordwainers College.

What’s your design philosophy? To create chic, elegant shoes with a youthful twist.

What do you love most about being a footwear designer? The realization of your ideas and dreams. It’s always been about creating, and I still get excited when new designs come in from the factory. I’m currently sketching my new collection and when I get an idea; usually in the shower, I get so excited about what’s about to come.

What are three things you know now, that you wish you knew when you started out? In terms of design, there’s not much that has shocked me. The biggest learning curve has been on the business side. I’d have to say I knew it would be hard, but it’s harder. I wish I had known how supportive some people in the industry can be. Sara Maino and Vogue Italia have been so fantastic. Finally, I wish I knew how difficult it is to balance all of my work. From working in a design team to starting off being the Lone Ranger has been trying, but luckily I have a good network of people who have been so kind.

consider the comfort. For me, good design consists of not only aesthetic design but how well a product serves its purpose. If a designer creates shoes that are painful, then the purpose isn’t being met and, therefore, the design fails because the shoes will be admired and never worn.

However, quality comes into play with all design.

I recently made a bespoke pair of wedding shoes. At the end of the wedding, the bride was still wearing my shoes, she had been dancing all night without a problem.

While the bridesmaids wore cheaper shoes and had to take them off because of the pain. For me, that means a lot.

She’s since bought two pairs of shoes from me.

“FOR ME, GOOD

DESIGN CONSISTS OF NOT ONLY AESTHETIC DESIGN BUT HOW WELL A PRODUCT SERVES ITS PURPOSE.”

What exciting developments do you have in the works?

The whole AltaRoma Vogue Italia Who is On Next? experience was incredible, and I’m very much looking forward to Milan fashion week.

— AlexanderWhiteLondon.com

Can comfort and style coexist in footwear? Definitely.

I think it’s a disservice to the customer if you don’t

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ELEVATED

THE BEAUTY IS IN THE DETAILS FOR MODEL-TURNEDFOOTWEAR DESIGNER SUSANA TRACA.

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e are all shaped by our experiences; the world in which we grow up. For footwear designer Susana Traca, her heritage, travel and unique sense of style are the key elements in her showstopping creations. “I usually combine my African style with my Portuguese background, to give a metropolitan soul to my creations,” says the young designer. “Thanks to my Angolan background, my collections are always full of colors with African details and natural materials.”

Her latest collection, Urban Tribe, mixes an element of street style with catwalk sophistication utilizing laser cuts and geometric prints in neoprene, lurex and laminated fabrics. The result is an homage to her hometown of Angola with a European flair that sees each design at home on any metropolitan street, much like the designer herself.

Growing up in the Heart of Africa, Traca moved to Portugal to study at the age of fourteen. She soon found herself traveling throughout Europe as a model. With an eye for design, she began working behind-the-scenes for several well-known brands and gravitated towards footwear.

“I decided to launch my shoe brand in 2010 because I felt a strong need

to express my style through footwear,” says Traca. “I spent a lot of my life in Portugal, where I met a lot of shoes suppliers that showed me the manufacturing steps, it was so interesting! I love to see my creations’ birth!”

Traca believes in beauty and comfort, insisting on highquality materials and manufacturing. A perfectionist at heart, she is all about the details, creating feminine silhouettes with an edge. “I would like that women wearing my shoes would feel fashionable, strong, and more self-confident in my shoes,” she says.

Her line encompasses a variety of styles from kneehigh boots to fabulous flats, all created to inspire. “My greatest satisfaction is to give women the opportunity to wear something that can elicit strong emotions,” says Traca.

With a growing market for her stylish aesthetic, expect to see much more from this up-andcoming footwear brand.

SusanaTraca.com — J.S.

SLIP ON IN REINVENTING A FOOTWEAR FAVORITE IS ALL IN A DAY’S WORK FOR RISING STAR DUKE & DEXTER.

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hey say variety is the spice of life for us, it’s the key to fabulous footwear. While we love our heavenly heels and sky-high stilettos, chic flats complete any well-styled wardrobe. Finding the perfect pair however, is not as easy as one may expect.

Ill-fitting uppers, shoddy workmanship and a lack of support often tarnish a beloved footwear staple. Enter London brand Duke & Dexter, a brand that takes slip-ons to a whole new, and exciting level.

Duke & Dexter was created to fill a void in the marketplace for high-quality yet affordable slip-on shoes, explains CEO and Creative Director Archie Hewlett. It blends British Heritage with Global inspiration to provide a contemporary take on a footwear favorite.

The concept, was to transform the much-loved velvet slipper from indoor wear to ready-to-wear — an item to be dressed up or dressed down. By producing ontrend variations of differing patterns, textures, and colors, Duke & Dexter quickly attracted a loyal clientele eager for chic comfort at an affordable price point.

From camouflage print to classic shades, these designs take their inspiration from the past with updated manufacturing techniques that spur them into the future. For example, their signature velvet is a short, non shiny, brush velvet that enhances the brands solid,

clean colors. Other materials such as canvas, linen, pony hair, quilt and needlepoint, are used to give the designs a contemporary feel. And then, of course, there are the practical elements

“Comfort is key,” says Hewlett. “You might explode with sales initially due to your innovative designs and brilliant marketing, but if customers are unable to physically enjoy wearing your shoes, then your brand has no longevity to it.”

The brand sources materials from near and wide, “the more extravagant, the better.” But it is the brands home base which gives the brand a grounded outlook. “Being based in London allows us to remain in constant touch with the traditional aspects of a British velvet slipper and the associations, clients, and grandeur one should expect from such a shoe,” says Hewlett.

“Simultaneously, London allows us to embrace the contemporary world of shoe fashion at the very best level. A perfect harmony of the two is what we’re all about!”

With global expansion on the horizon and its own independent retail store set to open in Central London, this is one brand who’s bringing sexy back, one slipper at a time. DukeandDexter.com — JULIA STUART

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WALK ON BY DESIGNED IN AUSTRALIA. MADE IN ITALY. FOOTWEAR LABEL ATIANA DESIGNS TIMELESS STAPLES TO ELEVATE YOUR EVERYDAY.

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quest for the perfect shoe was the catalyst for Atiana, a Sydney-based footwear label founded by Danielle Louise. “I’ve always been creative,” says the Australian designer. “But it was after an internship in New York that I was inspired to step out on my own. Being tall and traveling a lot, I found it hard to find the perfect pair of shoes you could wear with everything, this inspired me to explore that gap in the market.”

Exploring the perimeters of form meets function, the designs of Atiana exude a sense of effortless style that has become synonymous with today’s hottest labels. The shoes are created to elevate your everyday with Italian-made footwear conceptualized in Australia.

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This street-chic aesthetic has universal appeal not only for its on-trend designs but for its quality manufacturing. It’s something Louise is taking to the International market with great success. This year, the brand showed at London Fashion Week for the first time — “Our most exciting achievement to date.”

With Global expansion on the horizon, and a long line of fans waiting in the wings, Atiana’s commitment to creating timeless wardrobe staples is its key to success. Still a relative newcomer in the world of fabulous footwear, we’re excited to watch the evolution of this design favorite. Atiana.co — ANASTASIA RUBEN

HATS OFF

INSPIRED BY A BRITISH SENSIBILITY, RUSSIAN MILLINER IVA KSENEVICH IS INTENT ON CULTIVATING THE NEXT GENERATION OF WELLDRESSED WOMEN. How did you become involved in millinery? All best things happen by accident, and this was the case for me. Unexpectedly, I came to London and fell in love with the city, the people and their style. Hats were everywhere! In Russia, for example, if you see someone wearing proper millinery, they automatically stand out in the crowd. In London, it’s a natural thing. I was amazed.

I found a millinery teacher in London, a royal milliner. She was over seventy years old, and used to say, “I’ve been making millinery since I was thirteen, and you know what? It’s never boring!” She was right.

What do you love about it compared to other facets of design? Millinery is a very powerful weapon in terms of style and fashion. A hat, like no other accessory, can make your look remarkable and unique. Everybody wears rings, necklaces, earrings, bags but hats are special. If a woman comes to wear millinery, it is a different level of style. For me, millinery pieces are little creations, wearable art, emotions and excitement. For some reason, men just love women in hats.

What three elements do you feel are needed to create an amazing headpiece? Order. Movement. Chaos.

How do you think your culture heritage contributes to your design aesthetic? Originally, I’m from Belarus, at the moment, I’m based in Moscow. Shipping my pieces worldwide, I consider myself an international designer, studying millinery in London and Paris, inspired by the vibes of these cities. Frankly speaking, Slavic cultural heritage doesn’t really contributes to my designs. In Russia/Belarus, a hat is something more of a practical thing, to keep you warm in a super cold winter for example. Also, those Russian “kokoshnik” are too big and heavy looking. I prefer something more elegant. On the other hand, there are old black and white movies with vintage pillboxes and veils. It’s beautiful, my mother and grandmother wear those.

But the layer of classy women in postSoviet countries is unfortunately pretty thin.

1.) plastic net, it is very flexible and gives an amazing effect when you shape it properly. It has an air about it and at the same time builds up interesting forms.

2.) All sorts of textiles. I am a very tactile person, and it’s not only about the look, but also about the touch. I choose finest materials such as artificial suede, leather, silk, wool, plush etc. 3.) I like taking time decorating, adding details, sparkling accents. So the third one would be crystals. It’s not a problem to spend a day sewing those up to the piece the result is what matters.

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NO OTHER ACCESSORY, CAN MAKE YOUR LOOK REMARKABLE AND UNIQUE”

What materials do you most like to work with? I experiment a lot with materials. Right now my favorites are:

What has been your crowning achievement thus far? Oh many, every day is a little achievement. If I had to choose one, I would say seeing my artworks travel the world and fit people from different countries and cultures. My hats are worn by celebrities, fashionistas and people who simply love millinery. I see their happy faces, their incredible styles, their positive emotions. That is what I consider my greatest achievement. — IvaKsenevich.com

HOW MUCH IS TOO MUCH? WE CATCH UP WITH SOME OF OUR FAVORITE STYLE BLOGGERS AND ASK, HOW MUCH IS TOO MUCH TO PAY FOR A PAIR OF SHOES?

“I’M A BIG BELIEVER IN QUALITY OVER QUANTITY. YOU REALLY GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR WHEN IT COMES TO SHOES. I WILL GLADLY PAY FOR HIGHER QUALITY AND BE ABLE TO WEAR THEM FOR YEARS.” FIREONTHEHEAD.COM

“IT DEPENDS ON MY BUDGET. I OBVIOUSLY HAVE SHOES THAT I LUST AFTER, AND THINK ONE DAY I’LL SPLURGE. CURRENTLY, I DON’T SPEND MUCH MORE THAN $250. “ EVERYONCEINASTYLE.COM

“I GUESS ANYTHING OVER $1000.”

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“THE MOST I HAVE SPENT IS $250 ON A PAIR OF SHOES ON SALE FROM $625.”

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desert rose Photographed by FELI RUIZ Styled by CINTIA GARZÓN

AMERICAN APPAREL bodysuit; CARMELA ROSSO skirt; ANDRÉS GALLARDO earrings.

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CARMELA ROSSO jacket; COLOUR NUDE skirt; ANDRÉS GALLARDO ring; URSULA MASCARÓ shoes.

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COLOUR NUDE shirt; COLOUR NUDE pants; ANDRÉS GALLARDO earrings.

ETXART & PANNO dress.

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COLOUR NUDE shirt; ANDRÉS GALLARDO earrings and necklace.

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CHIC N’ROLLA dress; PRETTY BALLERINAS shoes.

DOLORES PROMESAS dress.

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DOLORES PROMESAS dress; ANDRÉS GALLARDO bag and earrings; URSULA MASCARÓ shoes.

Makeup: ELISABETH VALERA Photographer’s Assistant: BORJA ALBA Model: ZURIÑE LETAMENDI

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Red Carpet Photographed by ALENA KRUPETSKOVA Hair & Makeup by MARINA KRUPETSKOVA

SCARLET RAGE dress.

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ANGUS dress.

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SEQUINS ORIGINAL dress; Stylist’s own fan.

SCARLET RAGE dress.

Stylist’s own feather.

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MENDICINO dress.

Model: VICTORIA ROMASHOVA for I-MODEL MANAGEMENT

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REBOOT Photographed by RODNEY RAY Styled by OVAIS SHEIKH

DIANE VON FURSTENBERG dress.

SOLE SOCIETY shoes.

DRES VAN NOTEN jacket; THEORY dress; SOLE SOCIETY shoes.

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ALICE and OLIVIA dress; SOLE SOCIETY shoes.

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ALICE and OLIVIA dress; SOLE SOCIETY shoes.

DIANE VON FURSTENBERG dress.

THEORY shirt, vest and pants; SOLE SOCIETY shoes.

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THEORY dress; SOLE SOCIETY shoes.

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ALICE AND OLIVIA jacket; SOLE SOCIETY shoes.

Makeup: CHELSEA CONKLIN Hair: OSVALDO DELGADO using ORBIE Model: JUDITH for MAVERICK AGENCY L.A.

KNOW THY DESIGNER WE ASKED SOME OF OUR FAVORITE JEWELRY DESIGNERS, WHAT DOES PRICELESS MEAN TO YOU?

MONICA MARCELLA “PRICELESS IS BEING MARRIED TO MY BEST FRIEND. “

RAY GRIFFITHS

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“PRICELESS TO ME IS, SPENDING MY LIFE DOING WHAT I LOVE. I FELL IN LOVE WITH GEMSTONES AS A YOUNG BOY AND IT’S PRICELESS TO ME THAT I CAN SHARE MY PASSION WITH OTHERS. DO WHAT YOU LOVE AND YOU WILL NEVER WORK A DAY IN YOUR LIFE.” RAYGRIFFITHS.COM

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MEAGHAN HENNELLY “PRICELESS TO ME, MEANS LIFE AND EVERY BREATH IN IT.” GOLDHENN.COM

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BIG BOOT GUIDE

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SEE BY CHLOÉ

STELLA MCCARTNEY

VALENTINO

Boots available at MyTheresa.com

JIMMY CHOO

FRANCESCO RUSSO

TOM FORD

VALENTINO

WHEN IT COMES TO SEASONAL FAVORITES, THE HUMBLE KNEE-HIGH IS OUR SHOE OF CHOICE. DRESS IT UP OR DRESS IT DOWN, EITHER WAY THIS FOOTWEAR STAPLE IS A FALL MUST-HAVE.

SAINT LAURENT

NICHOLAS KIRKWOOD

DOLCE & GABBANA

CHLOÉ

LOUBOUTIN

DOLCE & GABBANA

Boots available at MyTheresa.com

GIANVITO ROSSI

LOUBOUTIN ADD A LITTLE HEIGHT AND STABILITY WITH THIS SEASON’S HOTTEST ANKLE BOOTS. FROM DATE-NIGHT TO EVERYDAY, THIS IS A FOOTWEAR FAVORITE WORTH THE INVESTMENT.

LOUBOUTIN

AQUAZURRA ISABEL MARANT

LOUBOUTIN

GIANVITO ROSSI

VALENTINO

ANGEL SCHLESSER

DEVOTA & LOMBA

DESIGUAL

ALVARNO

ANTONIO SICILIA

JESSICA CONZEN

MAYA HANSEN

JUANJO OLIVA

TERESA HELBIG

ROBERTO VERINO

ALVARNO

AMAYA ARZUAGA

ANA LOCKING

DAVID CATALAN

DUYOS

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FALL FASHION TIPS & TRICKS DALE NOELLE, FORMER MODEL AND FOUNDER OF TRUE MODEL MANAGEMENT, SHARES HER TIPS FOR PUTTING YOUR BEST FOOT FORWARD THIS FALL.

OUR FAVORITE FALL ESSENTIALS

LAYER, LAYER, LAYER! The season is changing. Be bold! Do not be afraid to layer your clothes as you mix those colors. Always be mindful of styling for your shape; do not disguise your body under a plethora of items, but, rather, mix and match to create a nicely balanced, full ensemble. Try a nice blouse with an outer jacket with an accessory piece such as a belt or a scarf. The great thing about this season is it is the perfect blend of warm and cool.

The options are endless.

RECOGNIZE YOUR BODY TYPE The female body varies in shape and size. If you have an hourglass shape, be sure to accentuate your tiny waist line. Belted jackets that cinch around the waist will bring your shape much positive attention.

For the apple-shaped, or rounded, female, focus on the shoulders and leg area; this will minimize your midsection, and create the S-curve illusion.

Flowy fall tops or swing coats for chillier weather will be the most flattering. If you are noticeably heavier in the midsection and have a slim lower body (carrying all the weight toward the tummy area), aim for cropped jackets with banded bottoms that will again, create the illusion of a smaller waist.

Pear shaped women with wider hips should accentuate their top halves and create balance. Structured jackets with details and fun patterns draw the attention to the top half of the body. A diversion of the attention to the lower half will create a more balanced body perspective.

Remember, all bodies are different, and it is up to you to decide what is more aesthetically pleasing. The key to styling for your body is creating the shape you desire.

BE MINDFUL OF THE COLORS OF THE SEASON

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Earthy neutrals are in this season. Fashion forecasters have foreseen sage, rose, and ranges of bold colors reflecting landscape (full of blues, browns, greens, and grays) as the colors of the upcoming fall season.

Choose the color(s) that pop(s) against your skin. Do not be afraid to mix and match the colors. Fall is colorful in itself. Stay festive.

WEAR YOUR CONFIDENCE No matter what garment you wear, remember you are carrying it; do not let it carry you. The most important piece you carry with every outfit will be your confidence. Your confidence stays with you through all four seasons and will be consistently striking, if exercised daily.

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RUNWAY HIGHLIGHTS FROM MODA LISBOA AUTUMN/WINTER 2015

FACES OF FASHION WEEK IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO PUT TOGETHER THE WORLD’S MOST RENOWNED FASHION WEEKS. WE GO BEHINDTHE-SCENES AND HEAD FRONT ROW TO ASK PORTUGAL’S MOVERS AND SHAKERS, WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT MODALISBOA, LISBON FASHION WEEK?

I love ModaLisboa. It’s such an amazing and exciting time of the year. As press office coordinator at ModaLisboa, I’m always really busy and literally running all the time.

However, I try to find the time to attend some shows and when I can’t, I get to see the collections backstage, it’s the ideal place to get in touch with the designers, the models, the stylists, hairstylists, makeup artists, photographers, press, and all kind of artists. Besides the shows, I get very excited with the looks that people put together for this occasion.

Street style is a huge source of inspiration for me.

MANUELA OLIVEIRA PRESS OFFICE COORDINATOR, MODALISBOA

I love ModaLisboa because I started here as a model, eighteen years ago, so I have a kind of a emotional connection to the event and the staff. Now, I work as the Director of Styling Project Mag StylingProjectMag.com so I’m looking for seasonal content for editorials, and outfits for my personal styling clients. I love the mix between the emerging designers and the more established ones.

I always feel inspired by the street style, because that’s where we see the catwalk continue on the street and that is interesting, and always entertaining.

It’s always fun meeting with old friends and colleagues.

Three days full of work, laughter and cool energy!

MICHAEL GOMES INTERNATIONAL BOOKER, JUST MODEL MANAGEMENT

After twenty-five editions as the official catwalk photographer, ModaLisboa is like coming home (with my big family) and catching up with friends. It’s lots of work but lots of fun. The fashion world is like a gold mine for a photographer. I love to help Portuguese designers share their creations.

RUI VASCO FREELANCE PHOTOGRAPHER

Photo: Rita Carmo

PEDRO CRISPIM DIRECTOR, STYLING PROJECT MAGAZINE

THE SCENE MODALISBOA AUTUMN/WINTER 2015

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VALENTIM QUARESMA Wearable art and aweinspiring metal work are at the heart of Valentim Quaresma’s designs. Debuting on the ModaLisboa stage in 2001, it’s easy to see why he quickly became a crowd favorite for his editorial designs and intriguing styling. This season, proved once again that this is a designer who is motivated to push the boundaries of traditional design. — ValentimQuaresma.com.

NUNO GAMA Numo Gama delivered a moving collection, brimming with patriotic symbolism. Themed attired was combined with men’s ready-towear for a memorable season that celebrated the history of Portugal — its past, its present and its future. —

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Images courtesy of ModaLisboa/Rui Vasco

RICARDO PRETO Traditional Fall hues and contemporary silhouettes made for a practical-yetchic Autumn/Winter collection from Portuguese designer Ricardo Preto.

Having gained experience with some of fashion’s most loved ready-to-wear brands, his understanding of fit and expert use of fabric, make his designs eagerly awaited items.

NAIR XAVIER Originally discovered through ModaLisboa’s young designer program, Nair Xavier continues to win the fashion crowd over with her distinctive menswear creations.

This season she delivered classic tailored pieces with a contemporary twist. With the support of the local and international media, this is definitely one designer to watch.

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MIGUEL VIEIRA Timeless pieces in classic silhouettes are what we’ve come to know and love from one of Portugal’s most iconic designers, Miguel Vieira. This season, was no different.

From flowing feminine gowns, to tailored men’s looks, Vieira’s aesthetic continues to win him fans the world over. — MiguelVieira.pt

DAWID TOMASZEWSKI A guest designer at ModaLisboa, Polishborn, Berlin-based Tomaschevski remains one of the international fashion scene’s hottest up-and-coming designers.

His attention to detail, passion for quality materials and flair for women’s wear make him one-to-watch on the international stage. — Studio-Tomaszewski.com/

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Images courtesy of ModaLisboa AW15/Rui Vasco

LUIS CARVALHO Muted colors and sophisticated profiles, were the key to Luis Carvalho’s Autumn/ Winter 2015 collection.

Seeking to create a balance between classic and casual pieces, Carvalho’s delivered a wearable collection of mix and match separates worn on their own or combined for a more dramatic look. — LuisCarvalho.net

FILIPE FIASCA Launched in Spring/ Summer 1991, Filipe Fiasca has become a mainstay on the Portuguese fashion scene. This season, he combined ’60s inspiredsilhouettes with modernday street style for a wearable collection of everyday favorites. — Filipefaisca.com

WELL HEELED HOT SEAT WE PUT YUWEI LEE, FOUNDER AND DESIGNER OF LUXURY JEWELRY BRAND YUWEI DESIGNS, IN OUR WELL HEELED HOT SEAT. Sequins or Satin? Sequins. When done right, they can be a lot of fun and still look sophisticated. I’m a big fan of solid black or silver sequin pants. The key is that they fit really well.

Flats or five inches? Five Inches, that extra height gives me an extra boost in feeling confident and powerful.

Tiny tote or enormous bag? Enormous bag. I like to be prepared for anything, so the bigger the bag the more I can fit in there.

Overdressed or under-dressed?

Overdressed. I love solid colored fabrics with

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interesting textures and designs with simple yet sophisticated lines. Then I’ll layer the look with my bold jewelry to really make a statement.

What’s your fashion mantra to the masses? Don’t be afraid to create your own style. Stay authentic to what you like and just have fun with it all.

If you could be one shoe what would you be? Definitely a Louboutin. I adore the bright red soles, it’s that something special underneath that isn’t always visible, but you know it’s there. — YuweiDesigns.com

BEAUTY

EDITOR’S PICKS FROM THE LATEST IN COLLABORATIONS TO TRIEDAND-TESTED FAVORITES, OUR EDITORS SHARE THEIR FAVORITE BEAUTY GO-TOS.

This month, Irish skincare and beauty brand Pestle & Mortar is bringing their family-owned operation to the U.S. Our favorite, the game-changing Pure Hyaluronic Serum. It contains 80% hyaluronic acid an ingredient proven to hydrate and soothe even the most sensitive skin while also smoothing fine lines and restoring youthful elasticity.

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For the ultimate in luxury try these krē•āt beauty Diamond Half Lashes. Set in 18K gold, they feature 0.2 karats of diamonds. When it comes to batting your lashes, this is more like hitting it out of the ball park. Don’t have an extra $1,000 to spend on eyelashes this month?

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BEAUTY FACTS THAT WILL BLOW YOUR MIND IN ANCIENT GREECE, crocodile fat was a popular ingredient in wrinkle cream. women ONCE used arsenic to die their hair blonde.

YOUR NAIILS GROW FASTER IN SUMMER THAN IN WINTER. THE AVERAGE WOMEN WILL SPEND AROUND $13,000 ON MAKEUP IN THEIR LIFETIME. The world’s bestselling makeup product is Maybelline Great Lash mascara.

The world’s bestselling perfume is Chanel No. 5. women spend an average of 76 minutes primping AT THE START OF THE WEEK. bY FRIDAY, IT’S only 19 minutes.

RAW & REAL IN A WORLD OF FILTERS AND NON-REALITY TV, IS THE NO MAKEUP SELFIE CHANGING THE WAY WE VIEW BEAUTY?

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It’s 3pm on a Wednesday afternoon. I’m sitting on the porch watching the lobster boats come in. I want to capture the moment—myself, the view, this wonderful opportunity, but I’ve decided that this vacation will be makeup free. I hesitate.

In a world obsessed with filters; one that makes millions off non-Reality TV, doing something as simple as being photographed without makeup has been labeled “brave.” And it made me think, does something as seemingly inconsequential deserve to be dubbed bravery, or is this simply another ploy to illicit compliments from complete strangers?

There’s no denying that social media is the Pandora’s Box of communication. It’s connected us, giving people a voice and an opportunity to speak their minds.

It’s also exposed us to judgment from complete strangers who often comment behind a mask of anonymity. Although I believe in the “sticks and stones” approach, sometimes words do hurt. Lately however, it’s been celebrities who have been fighting for a little perspective when it comes to beauty.

Aubrey Plaza, Gina Rodriguez, Sophia Bush all posed makeup free for People Style Watch in a fresh-faced editorial.

They each commented on how liberating it was, to pose makeup free.

“I think there’s a nice point of self acceptance that you reach in life when you can say, ‘This is me’,” said Sophia

Bush on the behind-the-scenes video for the shoot. All natural beauties, these shots were taken in great lighting in carefully curated locations, Vanity Fair’s well-publicized Hollywood issue featured a less flattering approach capturing everyone from Kate Winslet to Scarlett Johansen in raw, untouched images shot against a plain background. These pulled no beauty punches.

“They have to give up a great deal of vanity in order to do it,” photographer Chuck Close told Vanity Fair. “And it takes a real act of generosity and faith on the part of the subject to go with it and to give me their image without having any control over what’s gonna happen.”

This real and raw approach was taken to a whole new level when Tyra Banks posted an unfiltered, no makeup Instagram pic she hashtagged #RawandReal. And it was.

Reading her comment and those of her followers, I had to admit, it was brave. For a woman who has built a career on her looks, sharing a completely raw picture, was a decision she did not take lightly. And yet, a simple act like this, reminds us, that we are all human; that while striving for perfection is a worthwhile goal, accepting yourself — in the good and the bad — is the true path to happiness. We are more than our makeup, a social media message I can definitely get behind. — ANGELA GILLTRAP

DIVINE BEAUTY ZAYA OILS DELIVERS NATURAL SKINCARE THAT IS AS FASHIONABLE AS IT IS EFFECTIVE. When it comes to glamorous beauty products, you can’t go past Zaya Oils. The inspirational skincare line features a series of products that use certified organic essential oils to combat the skins problematic areas. Our favorite? Zaya’s enticing Eye Oil.

Filled with antiaging properties, this alluring product features a combination of Rosewood, Pomegranate, Macadamia, Jojoba, Rice Bran, Wheat Germ and Sweet Almond oil for a winning combination that smooths the skin around the eyes, hydrating and restoring with its lightweight, non-greasy formula.

Dedicated to providing natural skincare for the modern day woman, there is a product for every area of your skin, to enhance your inner beauty.

— ZayaOils.com

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