Editor Note 8
This July take the time to relish in the freedom
to be you.
Girl of the Moment 66
Gelila Bekele is a model, humanitarian, social
activist and this month's girl of the moment.
Editor's Lust List 34
The Fashion Department at
FashionQandA.com comes across so many
fabulous fashion finds that when you ask the
editorial team what they are craving, you
could easily get a list at least a mile long!
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Model:
Victoria Brito @ Trump
Models
Photographers:
Steven Gomillion &
Dennis Leupold
www.gnlstudios.com
Stylist: Wayne Harris
Assistant Stylist:
Ludget Delcy
Hairstylist:
Stefano Grecco
Make-up Artist:
Maki Hasagawa
Clothing by Monarchy
Collection
Pucker Up at 12
Badgley Mischka
Sexy never looked so easy
this season. The designers
chose a make-up concept that
was natural with an
emphasises placed on the lip
in shades of pink like fuchsia,
bright cherry red and pink
scarlet.
Be A Color 13
Chameleon
Polish Sure To
Pop
Celebrate color with
bright, loud, fun,
shades for your
fingers and toes.
Hairstyle Q&A with 15
Mark Hayes
A career path that was inspired by
the color and spectacle of
recording artist David Bowie,
Sassoon International Creative
Director, Mark Hayes conversed
with FashionQandA.com. Click
here for the scoop on the fashion
focused hair genius!
Love it or Leave? 16
Review of Comme des Garcons
Spring 08 Collection. When Bad
Clothes are Designed by Good
People.
WANTED: 17
Designer’s Who
Don’t Play by the
Rules
The Leaders &
Followers
Think about the
names of designers
that are notorious for
making garments with
the intent to attract
attention and awe.
The Look of Envy 20
People will always talk
about you, especially when
you look and feel beautiful.
Let them envy you!
Change is Good Haute 24
Hairstyles
Hot hairstyles from short to wavy
and everything in between. The
FashionQandA.com Beauty
Department picked the most
irresistible runway hairstyles this
season that you can easily
replicate or adjust to fit your own
personalized hairstyle.
Beauty On A
Budget 26
Just because
something costs
more, does not
necessarily mean
it is better.
Perceived value is
such a gimmick
that many happily
buy into. Save
your self some
cents and grab a
few goodies, all
priced under $35.
Celebrity Risk Takers 28
On & Off Screen
We all know a few actors and
actresses off stage and on screen
who consistently surprise, test
audiences and fashion critics
alike. Whether it is a red carpet
premiere or an encounter with the
paparazzi FashionQandA.com has
selected our favorite celebrity risk
takers.
She's Got the Power 30
There is more to Australia then
just the Out Back. Fabulous
emerging designers are
sprouting out every from the
land down under, like Tina
Kalivas. Her incredible
draping, execution and cutting
techniques have gained
acclaim worldwide.
Members Only 29
As a thank you to our loyal readers
we are thrilled to pass along to
you sites where you can find
amazing designer clothing and
accessories at low discounted
prices. At the top of my online
shopping destination list is Gilt
Groupe, Ideeli and Hautelook.
Buzz Worthy 31
Emerging Artist
Freedom of speech enables us all
to tell and hear stories in different
ways. Whether it is painted on
someone's body or on the side of
a wall, the message is
unmistakable. Meet Los Angeles
native Shane Horrell, a graffiti
avant-garde artist.
Irresistible Reads 35
Get ready for some food for thought this
summer! Whether it is a thriller, a thought
provoking novel, a romantic adventure or a
chick "lit," FashionQandA.com has found
something that will stimulate your mind and
take you on a reading adventure.
Three Runway 37
Trends to Try
Dress up your beautiful bathing
suit this summer with a gorgeous
handbag. We have found three
trends you will want to try straight
from the runway.
Runway Report: 38
Spring '08 DSquared2
If there are two people that know
how to kick off the start of a
runway show its brothers Dean and
Dan Caten, the duo behind
DSquared2
Men's 39-43
Swimwear
in the Raw
As the summer sun
approaches, fight off
the scorching heat
with bold, sheer raw
style. Let the lucid
sky reveal intense
swimwear that will
keep all eyes battling
for your attention.
On the Runway 44
Mercedes-Benz Fashion
Week Berlin and Miami
will taking place during
the month of July 2008
and FashionQandA.com
will be on sight at both
exclusive events
previewing the hottest
collections to hit the
runway this season for
our readers.
Atlanta Undreesed 46
Looking for Southern hospitality and a city
rich in culture? Then look no further because
Atlanta, Georgia once a freedom fighting
state is the place to be and be-seen and the
July FashionQandA.com undressed city
feature.
Dangerous 48
Denim
Have the freedom to
look dangerously
delicious in the denim
brought to you by
Blessed & Cursed
Glamorously 49
Goth
Who knew that the words
glamorous and goth could
ever rightfully coincide?
Meet Metal Designer &
Jeweller William Llewellyn
Griffiths.
Daring Designs 50
Not every designer
inspiration can be
understood, who went too
far this season?
Designer Q&A with 51-52
Monarchy Collection's
Eric Kim
Monarchy Collection is emerging as a
top American lifestyle brand and a front
runner in high-fashion denim,
trendsetting graphic tees, fine jewelry,
watches, accessories and much more!
FashionQandA.com talked candidly with
designer and Founder Eric Kim.
Tantalizing Tangerine 56
Runway Color Tantalizing Tangerine: With
bountiful shades of orange to choose from
be sure to add a refreshing dose of color to
your wardrobe this season.
Absolute 58-62
Monarchy
Eric Kim brought The
Streets of Scandinavia
to the runway for the Fall
'08 Monarchy Collection
at Fashion Week
Smashbox Studios. We
thought we would put his
creations to the test of
the streets of New York.
The result...designs that
rein absolutely supreme
Leg Looks 57
High waisted pants and shorts are a summer
must-have. Not only does this cut slim down
your mid-section, it does wonders for
elongating your frame. Don't look further, if
you want a total body enhancing style.
Concrete Gets a 65
Makeover
Concrete designs are a hot new interior
household trend. From elaborate
expansive new homes to budgeted
one-room remodels, stunning concrete
creations are growing into a viable
interior design option. Meet Zachary
Colletti, owner of Concrete Canvass.
Get to Know Ina Soltani 63-64
When it comes to an empowering
journey of perseverance, Bosnian born
designer Ina Soltani is a true inspiration.
Mother, designer, war survivor and
originator, Soltani is fascinating in every
way. Fashion Q&A brings you an in
depth discussion with her.
Editor Note 8
It was a busy month on the runways my
editorial team that was in sight at shows where
dreams were made, on the Miami scene and
in Berlin, where renowned designers
demonstrated why they are a force to be
reckoned with in fashion
Girls of the Moment 69
Meet Amanda Sheppard and Lucia Tait the
duo behind Coup de Coeur and the
FashionQandA.com August '08 Girls of the
Moment
Editor's Lust List 11
In the heat of summer we are sure you are not
thinking about Fall, but you should be. This
months Editor's Lust List includes several
pieces that will transition perfectly into
pre-Fall hauteness. Stay one step ahead of the
fashion-pack with these finds
Irresistible Reads 75
What is an inexpensive entertaining activity to
partake in during those long haute
temperature rising days? Reading of course!
Reno Undressed 72
Partake in some festivities this August and
plan a weekend in Reno Nevada. Home of the
real Hot August Nights car show celebration
and the inspiration for this months issue
Ask Colin Megaro 10
Colin Megaro is FashionQandA.com style guru
and answers readers questions about fashion,
style, beauty, cosmetics, and clothing
Confessions 31-32
Confessions of a Fashion Photographer
Featuring Lola: Behind the lens the talents of
British photographer Lola are unmistakable
Bold Beauty 33
How-to-Guide
Not bashful just 100%
bodacious. A Beauty
look captured with
confidence. A classic
look revamped and
spiked to suit the
slightly sultry,
mysterious starlet. Try
a look to lure and
distract with this
beauty trick how-to
A little biRd Told Me... 20-23
Meet little biRd tween New York
stylists Zoey Washington and
Ruthie Schulder.: Two women on
a mission to give your child that
stylish advantage
The Blue Grotto's Jewel... 63
Belusso
A passion and love for art, fashion
and the French Riviera inspired
LA designer Kirsten Sarkisian to
create a luxurious line of
swimwear, cover-ups, caftans and
jumpers. The Belusso bikinis,
swimwear and cover-ups come in
beautiful sumptuous shades
The Quick Fix 37
for Fired, Fizzed &
Frazzled Hair
Not bashful just 100%
bodacious. A Beauty
look captured with
confidence. A classic
look revamped and
spiked to suit the slightly
sultry, mysterious starlet.
Try a look to lure and
distract with this beauty
trick how-to
Fragrances 34
to Favor
Fragrances to Favor: Get
a spritz of femininity,
add a drop of sensuality,
the result: scents you'll
want to savor
Haute 12
TANtalizing Skin
The FashionQandA.com
Beauty Department
found the hottest
products that illuminate
and tantalize the skin
Genius in Bottle 13
The world of fashion, beauty,
music and film wept many of
tears when make-up artistry
genius Kevyn Aucoin passed in
2002. Thankfully the world can
still celebrate his life and
vision through his line called,
Kevyn Aucoin Beauty
International Exhibits 16
to be Seen While the
Summer Sizzles!
Going to a museum is always
chic and never goes out of
style, much like fashion
museums are a staple in
society. This article features
some exciting exhibitions
worldwide. Not only will you be
entertained you can escape
the summer heat in style
Haute Design 68
This months issue is a
celebration of designers,
who strive for high
quality craftsmanship
and embody haute style
for the modern day
woman. This article
introduces designers that
take a hands-on, old
world approach to
creating modern and
unique clothing
twinestones' mission
is to create a unique
Stone-Cuff Culture.
twinestones caters to
the individual looking
to make a statement
about whatever it is
they are loyal to
Berlin Fashion Week 43-49
Runway Report
High-fashion, runway energy, beauty and glam
was all the buzz at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week
Berlin Spring 2009 designer collection showcase.
FashionQandA.com was in sight and on the scene
at the hottest shows during the four day expose
held at Bebelplatz
Beauty Forecast: 50
Berlin Fashion Week
Spring '09
The right make-up palette and
color scheme is critical for any
designer collection because it
sets the tone. The runways at
Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week
Berlin rocked with various
makeup trends from the
naturally conventional to the
bedazzling beautiful
Mercedes-Benz
Fashion Week
Miami Swim
drew in a chic
an sleek crowd
for
cutting-edge
fashion and
style on the
runway
Can't Live 27
without your Heels?
Everyone knows that a pair of shoes
can make or break an outfit.
FashionQandA.com investigates why
do so many designers choose shoes
of stature such as, platform, kitten or
stiletto heels to grace the feet of their
models walking down the runway
South 15
Hamptons Style
The South Hamptons
are known as a retreat for
New Yorkers who want to
escape the unbearable
summer heat of the city.
It's also widely known as
the destination of
choice for socialites and
elite. This is a look your
best South Hamptons
style guide
On Set 55-57
with a Diva
Lydia Raymond,
better known in
the world of music
as Tokyo Diiva, is
known for her
catchy and fun
lyrics on tracks
such as
"Paparazzi" and
"Too Rich".
Fashion Q&A had
the pleasure of
working with
Tokyo to bring to
the world her
unique
one-of-a-kind style
Hitchcock’s 64-67
Muse
A chilling beauty,
Next model Valerija
is transformed into
Alfred Hitchcock’s
muse
Haute 40-42
August Nights
This month's feature
editorial featuring
the Summer '08
collection of
designer
Paulo Loureiro and
photography by
Pedro Nossol
On this Month's Cover
Model: Ana Carolina Loureiro
Photographer Pedro Nossol
www.pedronossol.com.br
Make-up Artist:
Ana Deliberador
Dress by Paulo Loureiro from
his Summer '08 summer event
dresses collection
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On the Scene 62
Model and Fashion Contributor, Frederico Nogueira takes
on front-review of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Miami
Swim '09 where he dished with celebrities and South
Beach's finest.
On this Month's Cover:
Photography by
FashionQandA.com's
Philippe Bruneteau at
the Lela Rose Fall 08
Mercedes-Benz Fashion
Week runway show.
www.lelarose.com
Editor Note 10
Indulge not only in A-list Fall fashions, but
check out the A-list designers featured in this
months issue
Girl of the Moment 62
New York City based swimwear, lingerie, and
jewelry designer, Neila Granzoti Rudden, is
the September 08 "Girl of the Moment". She
is an entrepreneur and a New York City
trendsetter and we adore her Dineila line
Editor's Lust List 15
Get ready to embrace the key Fall styles on
the racks and replenish your wardrobe with
goodies our editor's are dying to have
Irresistible Reads 64
Reading is a form of escapism, so escape into
a land unknown this September by reading
one of our top literary picks of the month
Ask Colin Megaro 13
FashionQandA.com Planet Style guru
Colin Megaro gives his two sense to 3 readers
about moccasin boots, interview attire and
what to wear at Fashion Week New York
Boutique Review: Kao Pao Shu 24
Kao Pao Shu, concocted by designer Naida
Begeta, is an innovative brand offering
one-of-a-kind separate pieces, handbags, belts
and accessories. The designer celebrated her
flagship boutique grand opening in
Hollywood, California
J'adore Moisture 18
Why does it seem that European women never
age? What do European women know that we
Americans haven't caught on to yet? We have
found the perfect European skin products that
restore moisture and create an illuminating
glow
As Real As It Gets: Michael Michalsky 51-54
Founded in 2006, MICHALSKY offers two distinctive
collections of luxury clothing and premium denim called
M67 Jeans. The motto for the two collections is, “Real
Clothes for Real People.” Founder and designer, Michael
Michalsky gets real with FashionQandA.com
Flawless Face: 30
Beauty Buys for Every Complexion
Take charge of your skin for Fall with products
that not only promise a perfect complexion but
also deliver results. The Q&A beauty department
has carefully selected the three most potent
powder, concealer and foundation products for
varying skin tones
Beauty & the Bun 57
Recreate this Fall's hottest hair trend, the bun. A relaxed and
comfortable hairstyle the bun has gone through several
modern make-overs, resulting in a look that is sheer
classicism with a twist
L Word 56
Lipstick looks to love for Fall based on the
hottest runway designer make-up schemes
Fall Hair Color Do's and Don'ts 19
Fall and Autumn are a celebration of the
colors of the season so indulge by adding
some warmth to brunettes and enliven a
blonde with flashes of warmth and copper hair
color hues. View the most appealing hues dos
and appalling don'ts in hair color for Fall
Introducing Matthias Jaschke's 59-61
Wundervoll
The word “Wundervoll,” German for wonderful
is the name of a wonderfully exciting new line
of luxury underwear created by Matthias
Jaschke. WUNDERVOLL is a brand designed
for a sophisticated woman who enjoys a
natural approach to sensual intimate wear
Under the Radar 25
Credibility by Sheri Drobnick, a new line of
affordable luxury coats and jackets, so incredible
we had to share it with you. Not only is the
Credibility collection brilliant, it is also original
with an edge
Live Well & Prosper: Wellicious 22
Wellicious is a lifestyle choice that marries the
wellness of self with the need and desire to
conduct our daily lives in luxury wares,
designed by Heike Schnell. Discover a new
collection of soft and feminine loungewear
and learn more about this empowering woman
Mesmerize in MYKITA 31
MYKITA, a full range line of sunglasses and
prescription spectacles is revolutionizing
the term, designer shades. We caught-up
with co-founder Philipp Haffmans, who
dished about the “shady” business of
eyewear
Fall Style Guide 32-48
This month prepare to fall in love with the most fabulous Fall fashion finds straight
from the runway frontlines worldwide. The fashion department at
FashionQandA.com as broken down the key seasonal trends you will want to try,
buy and wear immediately! Enjoy 16 pages of the most dashing Fall designs
Musicians 28
Play Muse to Fashion's Finest
Fashion and music are two
industries that thrive on one
another. Rock royalty has inspired
many top designer collections
throughout the varying seasons. We
take a look at a several big name
heavy hitters in the design world
that have used musicians as their
muse for their designs
Models: 29
Fashion's Freshest New Faces
For most attendees at Fashion Week
New York City, the shows are
exciting because of the clothing,
the celebrity sightings and the
fabulous parties. For others, its all
about the new models taking the
runway stage for the first. Here we
present the freshest faces in
modeling to hit the Spring 09
runways in New York
Readers’ Choice 14
Each month, we get tons of emails from our readers
asking us to check out designers they know, have found
on the market, or just plain love. This issue, we introduce
a new feature called “Readers’ Choice,” featuring New
York based jeweler Hitomi O.
On The Runway: 7
Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week New York Spring 09
This month IMG presents you with, "Fashion Wins" as the
theme for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week New York Spring 09
international designer showcase of collections. Get ready for
political change and declare your style at the polls and on the
runway this Fall