LA DE DA Magazine Winter 2013 Issue

WINTER 2013

Featuring KAYLIN AMABILELEON BAISDEN

DARYNA BARYKINAELDAD CARIN

JASON FITZGERALDGALLI / TREVISAN

LAUREN GHERARDI MARIO PERALTA

SAMANTHA RAGERANDY ROBINSON

BONNIE RODRIGUEZDANIEL VALVERDE

Featured DesignerMILANÉ NOIR

The Savage Sisters talk RETAIL THERAPY and how

to shop consignment

Artist & Author ShowcaseCOURTNEY BARRIGER

the Winter Issue

PHOTOGRAPHYELDAD CARIN

MODELNADYA LOREN

MAKEUPERAN ISRAELI USING CHRISTIAN DIOR

HAIRSARA ASHANTI

Contents

On the Cover:PHOTOGRAPHY · LAUREN M. GHERARDI MODEL · CAROLYN JERNIGAN

HAIR · HOLLAND MORGAN MAKEUP · ERIN FOSTER STYLING · ARGIE MITRA

4 | LA DE DA www.ladedamag.com

8ELDAD CARINHairgonomics

16JASON FITZGERALD

Throwback Glam

22BONNIE RODRIGUEZ

Christmas is Here

28GALLI / TREVISANPassione in Villa

42KAYLIN AMABILE

Duality

48LAUREN GHERARDI

Tallulah

64MILANÉ NOIR

Featured Designer

68LEON BAISDEN

Escaping the Monarch

74ANDY ROBINSONBeautiful Disaster

84DARYNA BARYKINARise from the Ashes

94ELDAD CARINMeadowtumn

98SAMANTHA RAGER

Roaming

102DANIEL VALVERDE

A Different Kind of Getaway

104RETAIL THERAPY

How to Shop Consignment

106MARIO PERALTA

Savage Abandonment

38COURTNEY BARRIGER

Featured Artist & Author

EDITORIAL CREDITS

EDITOR-IN-CHIEFCREATIVE DIRECTOR

Jennifer Chabri

COPY EDITORLAYOUT EDITOR

Argie Mitra

CONTRIBUTORSKaylin Amabile

Leon BaisdenCourtney Barriger Daryna Barykina

Eldad CarinJason Fitzgerald

Galli / TrevisanLauren Gherardi

Mario PeraltaSamantha RagerAndy Robinson

Bonnie RodriguezMelanie Rodriguez

Jessica & Julia SavageDaniel Valverde

WINTER 2013 LA DE DA | 5

LETTER FROM THE EDITORHappy Holidays everyone!

I hope you are having a wonderful and cozy season. Thank you so much for all your submissions! It is inspiring that so many artists, designers, and photographers are willing to be a part of the LA DE DA project. We have an amazing group of contributors for this winter issue of LA DE DA Magazine. This time we went international, including photographers from Milan, Italy, Ramat Gan, Israel, as well as all over the US, including New York City, Los Angeles, Jacksonville, Tampa, and Charlotte, NC. The editorials range from refined and elegant, to vintage and mysterious, to warm and relaxed, and even to dark and unsettling. Our featured designer, fresh on the scene, hails from New York City and has an optimistic and entrepreneurial spirit. Her collection embodies a sense of new beginnings with a darker moodier approach. There is also insight into an upscale consignment boutique from Fernandina Beach, FL, owned by two creative sisters. Our featured artist is a well-traveled inspiring gal who is both an author and artist. She happens to also model and act, but that is a whole other story. She is currently promoting her new book, Sleepwalk to the Face, an epic narrative poem. We hope you are creatively invigorated

and enjoy this winter issue of LA DE DA Magazine.

Be sure to connect with us online to stay updated on LA DE DA happenings!

http://www.Facebook.com/LaDeDaMagazine

Instagram @LaDeDaMag

Twitter @LaDeDaMag

Blog @ http://ladedamag.blogspot.com

Jennifer ChabriEditor-in-Chief

We currently have an open submission call for upcoming issues. Designers and artists of all media are also encouraged to submit their press packs for consideration as featured artists.

For info and guidelines, please visit http://www.ladedamag.com/submissions

LA DE DAmagazine

PHOTOGRAPHYELDAD CARIN

MODELSNADYA LOREN

NETA MARKROBERTO MODELS MANAGEMENT

MAKEUPERAN ISRAELI

USING CHRISTIAN DIOR

HAIRSARA ASHANTI

HAIRGONOMICS



sweater MANGOblouse ZARA

throwback glamPHOTOGRAPHY

JASON FITZGERALD

MODELSVICTORIA BRITO & RASCHELLE OSBOURNE

MUSE MODEL MANAGEMENT

HAIREVE WHITTINGTON


MAKEUPHEATHER LUCAS

FOR CAMERA READY COSMETICS

STYLING TOYIN GRAHAM

STYLING ASSISTANTLORENA MURAT

PHOTOGRAPHYKEVIN MICHAELS

MODELKATHRYN KOMARNICKI

SEVEN MODEL & TALENT

HAIR & MAKEUPJANICE BIGIO

headpiece PRESTON & OLIVIAjewelry FEMME ARMOR

coat ZARA top KATHERINE KUNG

OPPOSITE PAGE:cardigan TOPSHOP

gloves COACH jewelry DREAMCATCHER

STUDIO

dress KATHERINE KUNGnecklace FEMME ARMORheadpiece PRESTON & OLIVIA

OPPOSITE PAGE:necklace ZARAdress HUGO BOSSgloves MANGO headpiece SARAH KIMBERLY


Christmas is Here


PHOTOGRAPHYBONNIE RODRIGUEZ

MODEL CINTIA CASTELO

MAKEUP MAXINE CHRISTIANS

SHOWROOM PRB

PASSIONEin Villa

PHOTOGRAPHERSGALLI/TREVISAN

MODELSVERA S. · ICE MODELS

YULIA S.

MAKEUPFRANCESCA MAMONE

STYLING ANDREA TREVISAN

RETOUCHING ANNA KOJ

LOCATION & VINTAGE COLLECTIONMUSEI MAZZUCCHELLI



skirt CATHY HARDWICK

dress ODICINI

OPPOSITE PAGE:shawl VALENTINO

dress VALENTINO

OPPOSITE PAGE:dress VALENTINO

dress VALENTINO

dress MILA SCHÖN

LA DE DA: Who is Courtney Barriger and why is she a writer?Courtney: For as long as I can remember I have been as curious as I have been expressive. What makes life fulfilling to me is to be equally involved in discovery and learning, as in giving and creating. Growing up, I had a reputation for reading constantly. I could walk down a flight of stairs with my nose in a book without trouble. Naturally, that gave way to storytell-ing. From age ten, writing short stories and short films was the norm for me, but finishing a book wouldn't happen until my twenties. My first novel, "NightBook Short Story Anthology," was written in college and published when I was 23. It was the first story I visualized in its entirety, so I felt it was time for me to start giving back some of the things I have learned.

What should we know about your writing style? Why should we read your work?There are countless ways to tell a story. And when a writer chooses their route, there is always a direction in mind. My novels−the children's book excluded−are set in fantasy, and I labored to write in a style that would engulf the reader in its environment: descriptions are bold, and emotions run high. In "Sleepwalk to The Face," an epic narrative poem, the story is set in a dream. And just like a dream, the setting is bright, and the characters are volatile. My writing is simple in structure, but complex in meaning. Most readers say they feel that they are one with the characters, as they journey through their adventures.

Courtney Barriger

FEATURED ARTIST

Get to know Courtney Barriger : artist, writer, model, and director living in Los Angeles, CA completely unshy about exploiting different tools to bring her imagination to life.

Her latest published, authored, and self-illustrated work, Sleepwalk to the Face, explores the duality of fantasy as tragedy and a satisfying escape.

(continued on page 40)



What is your favorite part about conceptualiz-ing a story?Conceptualization comes in pieces. For me, ideas form when I am hiking Griffith Park, or riding my bike through Silverlake. The best moments come like a flash in the dark. All of a sudden, the perfect scenario forms, and all I want to do is stop and start writing. From there on, it is filling in the pieces that make that scenario come to life and become a story. Most of the filling comes from research and many hours of playing in the imagination. By far, my favorite part is when I know I have found a story that hasn't been told.

What matters to you most as an author?Originality and unpredictability. One of the reasons I chose to write a short story anthology and an epic narrative poem was to stray from predictive writing. It is very difficult to get away from the three act structure of story telling. In short, it leaves the audience with a sense of incompleteness. But the style of delivery can change a story. However, my next book will be a novel in true form only because it is wholly original content based on a true story.

Most importantly, I love to tell stories that touch the heart and make us feel human. What makes us feel more alive than falling in love for the first time, or walking through the last night of a person's life? My stories are always adventure stories because I want to reach my audience and remind us to take chances and never let a moment slip you by.

Why do you use your own art in your novels, and how does this affect the reader's experi-ence?I illustrate my own novels because I simply cannot help but draw out what I imagine. If you have the tools, you use them. It also makes for a great visual aid for my readers to see the fantasy as I do.

What is the best way to get into the zone when writing, painting, or drawing?In silence, thoughts are clearer. When writing, I find a quiet place with minimal distraction. And if that isn't working for me I play songs that compliment the feel I am going for. Music without lyrics creates a perfect mood for both writing and painting.

Where do you get your inspiration?Inspiration comes from everything. And the more open you are to novel experiences, the deeper the well goes. I love listening to stories from strangers, and exploring places I have never been. The trick is to write it all down soon after it happens, prefer-ably in personal journals. Then the new never goes

away, it becomes a part of who you are.

Who are your favorite writers and artists?My favorite writers are J.R.R Tolkien, James Joyce, J.K. Rowling, and Krishnamurti. My favorite painters are Alex Grey and John Singer Sargent.

Can you tell us about your newest project?"Sleepwalk to The Face" is my second novel, and my first published book of poetry. It follows one night in the life of an elderly man who becomes young again in a lucid dream sleepwalking episode. In his day, he never journeyed further than his home town except through books. His sleepwalk gives him the chance to do the things he had given up on, like experiencing India and wooing the woman of his dreams. In conceptualizing the book, I wanted to explore regret and the significance of fantasy for someone who has lived a long life. So much of literary fiction focuses on youth and writ of passage and so little on retrospect and the finality of aging. It was intriguing to seek out my questions and play with poetry in this new way. I hope that readers will come to think of living in fantasy as both tragic and satisfying.

Any advice for aspiring authors and artists?Stay hungry, stay foolish. Never stop. And always believe in yourself.

Thank you Courtney for sharing so much about your passions!

Visit www.courtneybarriger.com on the web to connect and learn more about Courtney, and find links to purchase her books and her Bear Court brand tees.

I illustrate my own novels because I simply cannot help but draw out what I imagine.



DUALITYPHOTOGRAPHYKAYLIN AMABILE

KMARIE PHOTOGRAPHY

MODELSEMILY WEHUNT

NICOLE NGUYEN

HAIR & MAKEUPJESSICA JENNINGS


TallulahPHOTOGRAPHY

LAUREN M. GHERARDI

MODELCAROLYN JERNIGAN

HAIRHOLLAND MORGAN

MAKEUPERIN FOSTER

STYLINGARGIE MITRA



dress & corset VINTAGEnecklace THE BIRD'S WORDring 210EAST11boots BELLA VITA

FALL 2013 LA DE DA | 53

dress VINTAGEfeather brooch MATA HARI'S DAUGHTERbee brooch & ring THAT POOR GIRL.

OPPOSITE PAGE: top1960S BERGDORF GOODMAN

sweater & hat VINTAGEbustier & skirt MITRA

necklace BCBG MAX AZRIA

dress MITRA

LAUREN GHERARDIfashion photographer | laurengherardi.4ormat.com

64 | LA DE DA www.ladedamag.com64 | LA DE DA www.ladedamag.com

LA DE DA: Tell us a little about yourself. Where are you from and what got you started in design?Melanie: I’m from New York! Born and raised. I grew up with two sisters, so fashion and makeup were kind of forced upon me! But I also went to school for it. I attended Fashion Industries High School, where I learned how to make patterns, drape, and sew. I made a complete wedding dress when I was just 16 years old. At that moment I knew this was something I was good at, and wanted to continue! How would you define your personal style? My personal style goes hand in hand with my individuality. I wear what I want and I don’t really follow trends. I wear white after Labor Day, and I’ve never had ombré hair. But my main focus is to stand out. I love oversized scarves, dark nail polish in the summer, and literally wear leather all year around. My number one rule when styling myself is not to the follow the rules. What's your favorite part about conceptualizing a design? My favorite part about conceptualizing a design is the fact that whatever I say goes! I make up the rules; I decide what goes where, what color to use, how many inches to cut, etc. And in the end, the garment that you can physically touch is a prod-uct of everything I know, love, admire and what inspires me. What matters to you most as a fashion designer? The one thing that matters to me most, as a fashion designer, is my image. I want to always maintain a professional, admirable image. And as for Milané Noir, I want to portray nothing but high end luxury.

Emerging New York designer Melanie Rodriguez is all about individual style. She shares her process, inspirations, and what makes her Milané Noir designs unique.

FEATURED DESIGNER

Photography by Chris Levy

How do you prepare for a fashion shoot or shows? Do you have any special rituals? Shoots are my favorite! Shows−not so much. For shoots, I always prepare the looks the day before. My favorite part has to be looking for makeup and hair concepts. The day of [the shoot], I’m up super early, getting breakfast, calling cabs, you name it. During, I prep my models with what I’m looking to portray, and then, BAM! The magic happens.

Shows are literally hectic and crazy! There’s a bunch of chaos backstage: models running around, hair and make-up being done, and at the same time everyone manages to scarf down their food. It is a fun and stressful process, but the outcome is always amazing! How would you define the style your line exemplifies? Just like my personal objective is to stand out, I think of the same thing when designing for Milané Noir. I design statement pieces! Anyone can design a dress, but I make sure to add an element of surprise to my designs. Whether that is using real snakeskin, adding some sheer here, or some embroidery there, there is always something to make you say, “Wow!” A prominent design in a lot of my looks is drapery. I love how drap-ery coincides with the female body.

I go for beautiful colors; I focus on details, and try my best to add something different to each piece. I want anyone wearing Milané Noir to feel all eyes on her when she enters a room, and to know that what she is wearing is truly one of a kind, just like her. Where do you get your inspiration?Inspiration comes in all forms!


"THE BLACK VIOLA" EDITORIAL PHOTOGRAPHY · CHRIS LEVY DESIGNER · MELANIE RODRIGUEZWARDROBE · MILANÉ NOIR STYLIST · MELISSA V (@STYLEDBYMV)

MODEL · REEVES MADDUX OF SCALE MODEL MANAGEMENT (@REEVESM)

I usually focus on colors, and specific eras in time. I am completely fascinated with Egyptian culture and modern art. Sometimes things completely unrelated to fashion inspire me too, like the sky for example. I think it is the most relaxing view, and along with look-ing at the amazing colors and shapes, it also gives you a chance to relax your mind and think. If something intrigues you even the slightest, you are already inspired. Who are some of your favorite designers?This question is so hard for me to answer! I have so many, but some I follow because of their aesthetic, oth-ers because of their story. My top 5 have to be: Naeem Khan, Zuhair Murad, Zac Posen, Jason Wu, and Reem Acra. They each have such an amazing view on fashion and elegance. What advice do you have for aspiring fashion designers? The one thing I always say to anyone looking to follow their dream is, if you want it you have to put 150% into

it! Invest fully in yourself, and work hard. Be better than who you were before, learn from your mistakes, and grow. There is always going to be someone in competition with you, but the one thing to remember is the only competition you have is yourself. Thank you Melanie for sharing with us! The photos on these pages feature pieces from Melanie's latest collection. To learn more about Mel-anie and Milané Noir, log on and interact at http://www.ladedamag.com and stay connected with the info below.

http://www.MilaneNoir.comTwitter & Instagram: @MilaneNoirEmail: [email protected]

Be better than who you were before, learn from your mistakes, and grow.

MELANIE RODRIGUEZ


ESCAPING THE MONARCH

CREATIVE DIRECTOR DESHAWN COLBERT

PHOTOGRAPHY LEON BAISDEN

MODEL SAMAYAH J.

CHARM AGENCY

HAIR

DELMAR MAURICE

MAKEUP DOMINIQUE STROMAN

WARDROBE CHABRI



beautiful disaster

PHOTOGRAPHY ANDY ROBINSON

MODELHEATHER LYNN SHAW

MAKEUPKIARA SHANNELLE

STYLING JULIA SAVAGE



PHOTO MURAL BYDOUG ENG

denim GOODALEjacket FOREVER21tee 8103 CLOTHINGsunglasses RAY-BAN

PHOTOGRAPHYDARYNA BARYKINA

MODEL & STYLINGMATTHEW DAVID

PRODIGY MODEL MANAGEMENT

HAIRLEE TREVINO

CORTELLO SALON

MAKEUPAMBER FLOWERS

PHOTOGRAPHY ASSISTANTALEX BARYKIN

STYLING ASSISTANTSCAITLIN GREENE

MARIA MOEAKIOLA

RISE from the Ashes





denim GOODALEjacket FOREVER21

tee 8103 CLOTHINGsneakers PUMA

denim GOODALEtee 8103 CLOTHINGsunglasses RAY-BAN

MURAL BYERIC HINOTE & COREY KOLB

denim GOODALEjacket FOREVER21hightops H&M


PHOTOGRAPHY ELDAD CARIN

MODELALEXANDRA GOODEZ

MARS MODEL MANAGEMENT

MAKEUP ARTISTINARA POLESHUK

meadowtumn


FALL 2013 LA DE DA | 95 WINTER 2013 LA DE DA | 95

dress UGLY DUCKLING

OPPOSITE PAGE:dress PULL & BEAR

RoamingPHOTOGRAPHY

SAMANTHA RAGER

MODELCORLISS OGLESBY

HAIR & MAKEUP ARTISTAMY LAVÉ

WARDROBE STYLINGJENNIFER CHABRI & SAMANTHA RAGER



dress worn as top CHABRIcoat VINTAGE SAKS FIFTH AVENUE

a different kind of getaway102 | LA DE DA www.ladedamag.com

In this featurette, photographer Daniel Valverde captures Isabella Dahlke with the sweet alpacas of Good Karma Ranch, a fun and unique mountain getaway. At the ranch, they provide day tours for vis-itors and their gift shop features unique items, including sweaters made by owner Shelly Walsh. Her custom designs are sustainable and eco-friendly, made with luxurious and rare Alpaca wool of course, which are then produced in Argentina in the same facility used by Louis Vuitton. Enjoy a scenic drive on your visit to the Good Karma Ranch, located 25 miles NW of Charlotte, North Carolina, USA. Visit the ranch and hang with the alpacas for a different kind of getaway!

PHOTOGRAPHY DANIEL VALVERDE

CREATIVE DIRECTOR & STYLINGANDREA HORNE

MODELISABELLA DAHLKE

HAIR & MAKEUP ARTISTSARAH SPROLE

LOCATIONGOOD KARMA RANCH

IRON STATION, NC

ABOVE:top VILA MILANO

pants EARTHBOUND TRADING CO.bracelets LUX

RIGHT: top RED CAMEL

jewelry CHARLES KLEIN


EMPIRE BIB NECKLACE


My Fall 2013 collection is influenced by the glamorous 1930s and the architecture of

Frank Lloyd Wright. LACEY.B

WITH JESSICA & JULIA SAVAGE OF RETAIL THERAPY CONSIGNMENT

PHOTOGRAPHY ANDY ROBINSONMODEL CORLISS OGLESBYHAIR & MAKEUP KIARA SHANNELLESTYLING JULIA SAVAGE

Shopping Consignment!


If you’ve never shopped consignment, surely you have questions. Why should you shop resale or consignment? How do you shop in a non-traditional store? How do you sell stuff just sitting in your clos-et taking up space? Why are resale and consignment shops so popular now? We can answer all your questions!

WHY SHOP CONSIGNMENT OR RESALE?It’s Awesome!Everybody loves a bargain. When shop-ping resale, you can score major deals: most deals are 60%-70% off regular retail. Just last month, our shop Retail Therapy Consignment sold a multicolored Lou-is Vuitton Alma bag that retailed for over $1200 for only $600! This equals a happy buyer for getting a bargain and a happy seller for getting fast cash for something that was just taking up space in her clos-et! Ladies, there is just no greater feeling in the world than finding a coveted designer piece, your favorite name brand, or being able to get a new handbag when you’re tired of your old one. At the same time, you’ll even have extra cash to make those purchases!

Supply & DemandSince the economy has tanked, people are looking for cash anywhere. Consumers are not clinging to their high-end goods like before. They are looking for an outlet to sell their gently loved items, get a fair price for them, and also purchase like new items at a fraction of the original cost. This equals lots of supply and demand for stores like Retail Therapy Consignment. Our store has over 1500 established consignors and that number grows daily. We purchase items every day through our Buy Out Right program as well.

Quality and QuantityBy shopping resale you will be able to afford and find higher quality items that if you were just shopping at the local mall. We have names like Chanel, Fendi, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Christian Dior, St. Johns Knits, Diane Von Furstenberg, Trina Turk, Ella Moss, Lilly Pulitzer, Kate Spade, Coach, Dooney & Bourke, Cole Haan, and the list goes on! At resale prices you will also be able to purchase more pieces. HOW TO SHOP?Shop FrequentlyAt Retail Therapy Consignment we have incoming merchandise everyday. We process and put on the floor on average 500 to 1000 pieces every week. We recommend

you stop by once a week to make sure you see all the latest and greatest deals.

Get to Know the StaffWhen you come into the store, don’t be shy! We love to help with styling wardrobe for career or life changes. Jessica, Julia and the staff are very familiar with the inventory so they will be able to find something you will love fast! We love our customers and want you to look and feel great when you leave the store. After you visit us for some retail therapy, we guarantee you will find great treasures and you will be remembered on your return visits. Is there something specific you're looking for? Let us know! We will add you to our wish list and give you a call upon its arrival.

Join our Social MediaWe send out weekly emails that alert you of new merchandise, sales and promotions and any upcoming events. Like us on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter and Pinterest. We post pictures of new merchandise everyday and alert you of pop up sales and promotions. See some-thing you like? Just call the store and we'll ship it to you!

Shopping and selling consignment means unique finds, great deals, and cash for you!

The Savage Sisters share how:

Update your style!

732 South 8th StreetFernandina Beach, FL 32034

904-277-1248

Open Monday – Friday 10am to 6pm Saturday 10am to 5pm Closed on Sundays.

Top: Cache Jacket, Merona Dress, Juicy Couture Bracelets, J. Crew Bracelet; Middle: Dooney

& Bourke Bag, Free People Sweater, Vintage Scarf;

Bottom: BCBG Max Azria Dress, Vintage Jewelry


HOW TO SELL AND MAKE MONEY?Make an appointmentCall the store at 904-277-1248 to make sure Jessica or Julia will be there and check to see what season and what type of items the store is currently taking. You can also email us at [email protected].

Groom Your ItemsRetail Therapy Consignment only accepts the very best. The better they are presented the better they will sell. The higher quality, newer styles and new or like new condition is always preferred. Need your items picked up? Call the store and ask about a closet consult.

Collect your Cash!With Retail Therapy's Buy Out Right option, we will give you cash on the spot for your items (about 15%-20% of our sell-ing price), or ou can choose to consign your items, and you will receive 40% of what each item sells for once the item sells. Items over $100 will receive 50% of the sales price. You can get money out of your account at any time. Not coming to Amelia Island anytime soon? No problem! We will mail a check to you! Retail Therapy Consignment has established clientele who are looking for the kind of items you have and want to sell. We offer a no-hassle experience.

Happy Shopping, Happy Selling and we hope to see you all very soon for a lot of Retail Therapy!

Savage AbandonmentPHOTOGRAPHY MARIO PERALTA

MODEL & STYLINGJULIA SAVAGE

Model Julia Savage invites fine art photographer Mario Peralta to capture the faded memories of

her abandoned childhood home.


Interact with us!

http://www.Facebook.com/LaDeDaMagazineInstagram @LaDeDaMag

Twitter @LaDeDaMagBlog @ http://ladedamag.blogspot.com

http://www.ladedamag.com

LA DE DAmagazine

http://www.ladedamag.com

Documents

LA DE DA Magazine Winter 2013 Issue