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Agenda Mag #51 presents “LIPS” Fashion Editorial by Jeff Linett

Agenda Mag #51 presents “LIPS” Fashion Editorial by Jeff Linett

This quirky and very retro photo shoot by Jeff Linett called “Lips” is very timely for what seems to be a big resurgence of the “roaring 20s!”  With Leonardo Di Caprio’s movie The Great Gatsby soon to be released, flapper style is all the rage.  But “Lips” features more than the mystique of the 20s, it also screams sexy sultry, 30s  tango, modern to futuristic styling, and a very bold female with a hint of siren, too! Stop taunting us with those lips . . .  “Lips” features model Amanda Reardon and was art directed by Merlin Castell.

-Agenda Mag #51

 

Courtney Stodden walks for M8 by Maggie Barry @ La Maison De Fashion Photographed by Jeff Linett

Courtney Stodden walks for M8 by Maggie Barry @ La Maison De Fashion Photographed by Jeff Linett

 

Courtney Stodden @ La Maison de Fashion interviewed by Amber Scholl at Maggie Berry M8 for World Monitor TV

 

Courtney Stodden @ La Maison de Fashion interviewed by Amber Scholl at Maggie Berry M8 for World Monitor TV

M8 by Maggie Barry Launch Party & Showing Photographed by Jeff Linett

 

M8 by Maggie Barry Launch Party & Showing @ La Maison de Fashion Photographed by Jeff Linett {featuring Courtney Stodden} Wednesday, May Eight, Twenty Thirteen 

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Brit Week Celebrates Downton Abbey with Lavish Period Party

Story by Leslie D. Weinberg and John Forrester   Photos by Leslie D. Weinberg

2013 Brit Week Celebrates Downton Abbey party was delightfully decadent while being oh so proper and elegant.  British high-style and culture ruled the night with gentlemen in top hats and tails, and the ladies resplendent in very large hats, gloves and beaded finery. 

The dress was less dowdy than Downton Abbey as the guests channeled the flamboyant flapper era of crazed jazzy decadence.  

 

Perhaps this was also an homage to the expectant ‘Great Gatsby’ movie. British design icon Zandra Rhodes looked ‘absolutely fabulous’ still rocking flaming pink hair. She is the eternal queen of punk elegance.  Other notable guests included; Downton Abbey Executive- Producer Gareth Neame, Star Laura Carmichael, (Lady Edith,) Actors John Savage, Blanca Blanco and Fred Willard, Comedienne Jo Anne Worley, and Designer Sue Wong.

The lush gardens and terrace of the Fairmont Miramar Hotel and Bungalows served as a stunning backdrop for this A-list glamorous party.  Revellers delighted in the 1920s music from Richard Halpern & his band and in the special live dance performances. White gloved waiters delivered tea cups filled with gin fizzies and caviar shooters with vodka and dollops of heavy cream, and other delectable treats from Fig restaurant, while bar keeps kept the booze flowing with custom, pre-prohibition era cocktails.  

 

With the intoxicating beauty of the crowd mixed with the opaque sky at nightfall and the serene ocean breezes, you were brought back to the fantasy of roaring ‘20’s. 

Proceeds from the evening benefitted Big Brothers Big Sisters, the nation’s largest volunteer supported mentoring network.

Learn more about Brit Week here.

 

 

 

 

Downton Abbey Party, Con't.

With Justin Howard, Zandra Rhodes and John Forrester


Brit designer Martyn Lawrence-Bullard

Photo credit: Leslie D. Weinberg

They're F. Scott Fitzgerald lads!

LA Fashion Week.com special correspondent, Leslie D. Weinberg (L)

Prince Frederic von Anhalt contemplates a chess move inside the Fairmont Miramar Lobby

Photo credit: Leslie D. Weinberg

 

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Meet Iconic Brit Designer Zandra Rhodes- Thursday May 2- Laguna Art Walk

Gwyneth Paltrow Misfires on the Red Carpet- Iron Man 3 Premiere

Who styled "The Most Beautiful Woman in the World" in this monstrosity?  We're pretty sure Gwynnie will wind up on Joan Rivers' FashHole list over this.

An Exclusive Interview with Designer Michael Cinco

Designer Michael Cinco provided the moment of high drama for all of LA Fashion Week, not just Style Fashion Week - where he startled and wowed the crowd with his tour de force runway show on their closing night.  This is the kind of major talent and spectacular presentation that we need more of in Los Angeles.  We're thrilled that Michael sat down with us for this exclusive interview.

LA FASHION WEEK "LAFW"  What were you thinking about primarily when you designed this collection?

Michael Cinco "MC" The collection is all about the enchanting and mysterious culture of the Middle East. I have been based in Dubai for 15 years now but never had a show that is dedicated to the beautiful culture of the country. So i think it's now time for me to pay tribute to the city who gave me dreams and blessed me a lot of beautiful things in my life. The collection is called "The Impalpable Dream of Arabia".

LAFW:  Some of the pieces look like they could have an Islamic influence.  Could you comment on that?

MC:  I was inspired by the Arab culture especially the women in the Middle East where they always wear black, they wear face masks called burqa and they paint henna tattoos on their bodies.

LAFW:  Most of the pieces are black, yet there is one flamingly red, hauntingly beautiful gown.  Tell us about that?

MC:  The very moment I arrived in the Middle East i was enchanted by the beauty of Arab women who always wear black covers that is called "abaya".  I was amazed how chiffon and soft silks caress their bodies. The only red color from the entire collection symbolizes my love affair with the city. It is LOVE.

LAFW:  What was the significance of the headgear and the body tattoos?

MC: It's part of Arab tradition for some women who are conservative to cover their faces with burqa and part of their tradition women who are getting married are covered with henna paintings on their arms, hands and face.

LAFW:  Tell us a little about your menswear.  What is the meaning of the elf-like shoes?

MC: The menswear collection is all about the men's fashion in the Middle East. I showed some thobes, jodhpurs, long vests and jackets in neoprene fabrics and cashmere wools and make them look up-to-date, very modern but yet traditional. Men from the Middle East and Far East wear this shoes. I use leathers and spike to make it look modern and trendy.

LAFW:  How important is drama and theatricality to your presentation?  Did you produce the actual runway show yourself?

MC:  The show was produced by StylePR who represents my brand in the US. It is always important to tell a story in most of my shows. Sometimes i have a vision of a dream and a fairy tale so it is essential to have drama and theatricality from my show so people will understand the story that i want to share from my collection.

LAFW:  What is the fashion scene like in Dubai?  What do you most like about your life there?

MC: I think women in Dubai love to spend a lot of money on clothes and jewelleries. They love haute couture. They love high-end European and American brands.  Dubai offered me a beautiful opportunity and fabulous lifestyle. One of the best things living in Dubai, the rulers has a very high vision for the city. They always aim the greatest, the biggest, the tallest and the grandest. It motivates me to do better and be great with what im doing.

LAFW:  Where do you go for vacation, and what do you do for fun?

MC: I usually travel to Paris, Milan and London to source inspirations for new fabrics and trends. But when i want to be inspired and  relax, i always visit exotic places like Bali, Thailand, Philippine islands and my hometown Samar. 

LAFW:  Where do most of your international clientele come from?

MC: At the moment I have so many clients from Russia, China, US and Europe. A bridal couture boutique in Moscow and Uzbekistan will open in June and will stock most of my wedding couture collection.

LAFW: Where are you clothes available in the US?

MC: I got many inquiries from bridal boutique owners in LA and New York to stock my wedding collections. But everything is still under negotiations. I received many offers for partnership from Brazil and Korea.

LAFW:  Why did you choose Los Angeles Fashion Week to debut your Fall 2013 collection in America?

MC: I'm always fascinated by the great glamourous actresses of all-time like Grace Kelly, Audrey Hepburn, Marilyn Monroe eversince i was a kid. And one of my greatest dreams is to see my clothes worn by Hollywood superstars on the red carpet. It happened when Sofia Vergara wore my couture gown in Golden Globes Awards, Britney Spears in Oscars, Lady Gaga in a charity ball, Jennifer Lopez in Dancing with the Stars. I think LAFashion Week is an event where i could convince and attract powerful stylists to Hollywood stars and starlets, popstars and supermodels.

LAFW:  What’s the next big thing on your short list of achievements to accomplish?

MC:  To make my brand global.

LAFW:  Thank you, Michael Cinco.  We look forward to your next show in Los Angeles!

All Images Courtesy of Louis C. Oberlander, TriggerChrome  and Anthony Diep,  Anthony Diep Photography

 = John Forrester