DI MODA ISSUE>>3 MARCH 2013
Now that the winter's gone, the earth has lost Her snow-white robes. Spring is finally here, and I’m super exited to present
you the March issue of DI MODA. When I started to put it together I was thinking “spring” but I did not want it to be all about flowers and patterned clothing. You’ll see some colorful spreads and some dark/edgy ones. Hopefully in here you’ll find some fresh ideas and styles. As usual this could not have been done with out the help of the amazing photographers and their teams! In page 36 and 54 you can see the two editorials that I did myself here in Denver, Colorado. I had so much fun working with some amazing talented local artists that have believed in me and my work. Due to the amount of submissions I’ve been receiving lately, I have decided to stop releasing an issue every month. From now on DI MODA will be released every three months, that means four issues per year. As I promised, on every issue I will feature a person that I believe deserves “The artist of the month” title. This time we came across with Sara Cooper, she is a fashion stylist from New York city. Please check out the Q&A in pages 30 and 31. Editor in chief Kevin Alexander
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Contents March 2013
Cover story by: Natasha Koinova
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__________________________________________________________________________________________________ 04 ARTURO BANDINI
32 MAIRA TILSON
60 IRINA NEKLUDOVA
LOST
FLOWERCHILD
SPYCI NOTES
10 PEDJA IVKOVIC
36 KEVIN ALEXANDER
66 STEPHEN M LOBAN
HERE WE ARE IN PARADISE
BUSINESS AT PLAY
TINTED DESIRE
18 LUCAS PASSMORE
44 NIKITA KAZAKOVTSEV
72 NATASHA KOINOVA
LATO OSCURO DELLA LUNA
GOLDEN CAGE
MARBLE LIGHTS
24 NATASHA KOINOVA
48 NATASHA KOINOVA
78 NIKITA KAZAKOVTSEV
CONTEMPORARY ANTIQUE
RESISTANCE
30 SARA COOPER
54 KEVIN ALEXANDER
ARTIST OF THE MONTH
TERESA IN BLACK
MASSIVE ATTACK
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T-shirt organza silk col. milk - skirt jaquard pastel colors - silk and laces collar. OPPOSITE Dress silk cady with papillon detail.
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PHOTOGRAPHER: ARTURO BANDINI WWW.BBANDINI.TUMBLR.COM MODEL: ELISKA KRAUSOVA @ URBAN MANAGEMENT FASHION DESIGNER: SUSANNA CORNET WWW.SUSANNACORNET.COM MAKE UP ARTIST: CRISTINA PANATA
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Smocking vest in cotton- palazzo pant in silk, glass print - collar: lace and silk braid. OPPOSITE Blouse: silk and fil coupè pistachio pastel silk - shorts in neoprene. collar : wool pistachio pastel color
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IN PARADISE PHOTOGRAPHER: PEDJA IVKOVIC @ KADMIL PHOTOGRAPHY MODELS: SIMON TUIT / BENNY BOY / STEPHEN DOUGHERTY
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GENERAL INFORMATION info@dimodamagazine.com
MEET THE PHOTOGRAPHERS AT WWW.DIMODAMAGAZINE.COM
EDITOR IN CHIEF, KEVIN ALEXANDER editor@dimodamagazine.com SUBMISSIONS submissions@dimodamagazine.com
FACEBOOK: WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/DIMODAMAGAZINE INSTAGRAM: @ DIMODA_MAGAZINE #DIMODAMAGAZINE ________________________________________________________________________
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lato oscuro della luna PHOTOGRAPHER: LUCAS PASSMORE STYLIST: ELIZABETH WATSON @ EXCLUSIVE ASTISTS MANAGEMENT HAIR AND MAKEUP: STACY ROSAS MODELS: DANA AND MARIA @ HOLLYWOOD MODEL MAGAGEMENT
THIS IMAGE DRESS BY QUYNH PARIS OPPOSITE DRESS BY CAMILA X CASTILLO
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DRESS BY QUYNH PARIS SHOES BY SCHULTZ OPPOSITE DRESS AND CAPE BY MIKE VENSEL BRACELET BY SWAY CHIC
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CONTEMPORARY KKKKKKKKKKKKKK PHOTOGRAPHER: NATASHA KOINOVA WWW.KOINOVA.COM FASHION DESIGNER/STYLIST: VICTORIA PROKHOROVA MAKE UP ARTIST: SONYA KHAN HAIR STYLIST: LEWIS FREDIANO LIU MODEL: IMAN STERLING
Hot pinkdress, leather bracelets leather spiky head dressing by Victoria Prokhorova.
Dress, leather bracelets, hair pin byVictoria Prokhorova Sun glasses by Alessandro Dell'Aqua.
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DI MODA Artist of the Month
A Q&A with
Sara Cooper
Fashion & wardrobe stylist Sara Cooper is a Fashion & Wardrobe Stylist based in NYC, specializing in fashion editorial, commercial and advertising, and personal styling. With nearly 10 years experience in the industry, she has worked with everyone from Donna Koran, Net-a-Porter, and Intermix to Target and Macy's. More of her work can be found at www.saracooperstylist.com DI MODA: Where were you born? What kind of influences did your upbringing have on your work? Sara Cooper: I was born and raised in New York City. I think growing up in Manhattan had a great deal of influence on everything about me, including my work. The juxtaposition of “uptown” and “downtown” has always fascinated me. The fact that there are so many people that are so different in so many ways, all wanting the same thing, to live here in this place, is amazing to me. I’d never want to live anywhere except NYC. DI MODA: Where do you find most of your inspiration? Sara Cooper: In New York City, there’s so much inspiration everywhere, sometimes it can be overwhelming, and sometimes we just take it for granted because there’s such an abundance of it everywhere around us, we can sometimes forget to appreciate it. The subject is always my greatest source of inspiration – be it a model or musician, their personality and look play a huge role in the vision for me.
DI MODA: How would you describe your personal aesthetic? What really separates you from the rest of the up and coming stylists? Sara Cooper: A thread throughout my work and personal style is something uncomplicated and effortless. I think my personal style and work actually have a lot to do with one another - I’ve always been drawn to menswear inspired looks and more androgynous styles. I think the sexiest and strongest woman is the one who can pull it off in a pant-suit. I’m a collaborator – I love being a part of the process and working with my team on the full story, from inspiration stage, to creation, to final product - I love to be involved in the vision. DI MODA: Anyone or anything that you’re musing over currently? Sara Cooper: I have always been obsessed with Chloe Sevigny and Alexa Chung. I love how they keep it simple and at the same time have the greatest personal style and such recognizable looks. DI MODA: How is your business growing? What kinds of projects have you been involved with recently or to come? Sara Cooper: I work on fashion editorial, commercial and advertising, as well as personal styling. My favorite thing about being a stylist is that every day of the week is different – one day I’m styling a look book, the next I’m prepping for a fashion editorial shoot, and that evening I could be working with a private client on curating their wardrobe for the coming season. Every day brings a newness and excitement!
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DI MODA: Did you go to school? Sara Cooper: I studied Textile and Apparel Design at Cornell University. DI MODA: How did you start building your clientele? Sara Cooper: After school, I did window styling and visual merchandising for Intermix. I think having worked so closely with so many great brands, I had a good understanding of the importance of branding and having a strong aesthetic. DI MODA: How would you describe your personal style? Sara Cooper: My personal style is very inspired by menswear and comfort! I absolutely do not have the patience or ability to be running around and on my feet all day in 6” heels - although I commend those who can and look good doing it! I love sneakers and mixing prints. I don’t wear a ton of color, but when I do commit to a print I can wear it forever. I’m a huge fan of uniform dressing, and I do not believe in wearing clothes once. DI MODA: What are some of the key elements to becoming a great stylist? What do you like to pay attention to while working with clients? Sara Cooper: I think the key to being successful is realizing what a privilege it is to be able to make a living working in this industry. At the end of the day, being a stylist is a great creative outlet and a way to collaborate with other talented individuals.
DI MODA: What kinds of things are your favorites to style? Anyone, brands, or events in particular? Sara Cooper: I love working with musicians – I’ve always been obsessed with music, but I have zero musical ability (I gave both guitar and piano a whirl, when I was younger, unfortunately it seems I don’t have the patience or discipline to excel at either). Styling actually sort of began as my way into that world, and I’ve had the opportunity to work with dope artists like Kid Cudi and Phoenix. Working with someone who has such an understanding of their own brand is the coolest. Styling for fashion editorials can also be an amazing experience – when you’re working with a model that brings designs to life, and a photographer that has a vision, there’s endless possibilities for creativity. by: Imani Love
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Flowerchild PHOTOGRAPHER: MAIRA TILSON MODEL: NICOLE KAWALEZ @ GEMINI MODELLING AGENCY MUA AND STYLING: DEANNA RONSON WWW.DEANNARONSON.COM
Sheer blush blouse with studded collar by Fun & Flirt Pink cardigan – Vintage Floral pants Pashu by Parasuco OPPOSITE Floral top: h.i.p. @Winners
Floral top: h.i.p. @Winners panties: Victoria Secret
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BUSINESS AT PLAY
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White Button Up Men’s shirt by Merona. Vintage Tie. Peyton Leather-like Harem Pant and a Leather-Like Blazer paired with the Serena Leather trimmed sweater by Rachel Marie Hurst Chloe Jumper and Fur sleeved bazer by Rachel Marie Hurst
White Button Up Men’s shirt by Merona. Lilac wool front metallic zipped vest with matching circle skirt by Rachel Marie Hurst OPPOSITE White Button Up Men’s shirt by Merona. Vintage Tie. Polka-dot and Blush toned multimulti tiered dress by Rachel Marie Hurst
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Jumper and Fur sleeved blazer by Rachel Marie Hurst OPPOSITE White Button Up Men’s shirt by Merona. Vintage Tie. Cropped Cashmere and wool Blended sweater, Amber Peplum top, Funky print slouchy pants by Rachel Marie Hurst
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White Button Up Men’s shirt by Merona. Vintage Tie. Peyton Leather-like Harem Pant and a Leather-Like Blazer paired with the Serena Leather trimmed sweater by Rachel Marie Hurst
Paisley Print Harem pant with Leather and lace blouse and tweed with faux leather sleeved loose blazer by Rachel Marie
(OLDEN CAGE PHOTOGRAPHER: NIKITA KAZAKOVTSEV MODEL: OLGA ZHUKOVA HAIR AND MAKEUP: DILMURAT SALTANOV STYLED BY: ADISLAV LOUIS/ DILMURAT SULTANOV
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PHOTOGRAPHER: NATASHA KOINOVA WWW.KOINOVA.COM STYLIST: CHRISTINA ALIKHANOVA MAKEUP ARTIST: YANA ZHIKHAREVA MODEL: LIZA SHAKIRA (LMA)
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PHOTOGRAPHER: KEVIN ALEXANDER PHOTOGRAPHY ASSISTANT: ANDREW MACHOL LEAD HAIR STYLIST: CHARLIE PRICE WWW.CHARLIEPRICEHAIR.COM ADDITIONAL HAIR STYLISTS: ANSLEY MEREDITH AND BONNIE JILL WEIGLE MAKEUP ARTIST: RYAN GRIFFITH MAKEUP ASSISTANT: JUAN RIOS . STYLIST: AMBER ALEXANDRIA WWW.AMBERALEXANDRIA.COM CLOTHING: GARBARINI MODELS: CHLOE DAVIS, KARI RILEY @ DONNA BALDWIN TALENT AND CINDY YAN
Cindy wears a Garbarini black cleo dress with a black leather belt tied in a bow on the left side. Steve Madden black leather booties.
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Kari wears a black Garbarini dress. White house black Market heels and a 1960s vintage necklace (stylist's own)
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Garbarini ribbed tank, stylist own: silver cuff bracelets and gold earrings, black leather leggings. OPPOSITE Garbarini techno crepe blazer and black helmet lang skirt. Stylist own: Nude pumps.
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Chloe: Garbarini white sheer blouse and white knee skirt. stylist own: Black heels. Cindy: Garbarini white dress, 1960s vintage necklace. stylist own: Nude pumps. Kari: Garbarini white sequin dress, silver cuff bracelets, pearl necklace necklace stylist own: nude booties.
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SPICYNOTES
PHOTOGRAPHER: IRINA NEKLUDOVA ART-PRODUCER: KRISTINA KAZZ MAKEUP: IRINA SHULDISHOVA HAIR: ALEXANDRA ZAMSKOVA MODELS: POLLI CANNABIS AND KRISTINA KUNGUROVA ALL CLOTHES BY: JAGANNATH SPECIAL THANKS OF LOCATION AND ACCESSORIES TO GALLERY “ INTERIORS MAHARAJA”
On Polli: Color Jacket, black skirt by Jagannath Accessory: Gallery "Interiors Maharaja" On Kristina: striped jacket by Jagannath Accessory: Gallery "Interiors Maharaja" leggings, sandals ownership model
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On Kristina: black blouse red skirt by Jagannath Accessory: Gallery "Interiors Maharaja" Shoes ownership model
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T i n t e d D e s i r e PHOTOGRAPHER: STEPHEN M LOBAN WWW.STEPHENLOBAN.COM MAKEUP ARTIST: “HAIR AND NAILS ARTIST IRENE SY” STYLIST: CHANTEL BEDWARD MODEL: RHIANNON
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MARCH 2013 DI MODA MAGAZINE Black and white one shoulder dress by Noir masae couture. OPPOSITE White silk blouse Sarah Stevenson, pants from H&M, shoes from ALDO, vintage earrings and rings from Forever 21 and H&M.
Silk Dress, Sarah Stevenson, Shoes ALDO Bracelet H&M, Neckalce H&M, Ring from ALDO. OPPOSITE Vintage silk printed bomber, Stylist Own; Skirt H&M Shoes ALDO Vintage Bangle, Stylist Own; Neckalce, H&M.
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Dress: Noir Masae Couture Shoes: ALDO, Bracelet, Stylist Own Neckalce: Ann Taylor Ring: ALDO.
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LIGHTS
PHOTOGRAPHER: NATASHA KOINOVA WWW.KOINOVA.COM STYLE: MARIA YAKOVLEVA HAIR AND MAKEUP: YANA ZHIKHAREVA MODEL: KATYA MOZHINA
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Teresa
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PHOTOGRAPHER: NIKITA KAZAKOVTSEV WWW.NIKITAKAZAKOVTSEV.COM MODEL: LENA ZYAZINA HAIR AND MAKEUP: DILMURAT SULTANOV STYLED BY ADISLAV LOUIS/DILMURAT SULTANOV
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FASHION . EDITORIAL . ART . BEAUTY