Heaven Has Heels | Travel Issue

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EVERY 

DESTINATION 

STYLISH 

ESCAPE 

an adventure 

in color 

Have shoes, will travel 

The Travel issue featuring ocean-inspired heels, droolworthy 

summer style and much, much more! 

ISSUE #31 | summer 2016

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CONTENTS 

18. 

WEAR 

9. ELEVATE YOUR STYLE 

Instagram-worthy heels from Gucci. 

10. AN ADVENTURE IN COLOR 

This season’s creative color blocking 

lets you explore all things bright and 

beautiful. 

12. SWAY MY WAY 

Add a hint of the tropics to your 

summer style. 

14. HERE’S LOOKING AT YOU 

One of the most playful summer 

accessories, we’re head over heels 

for these stylish sunglasses. 

16. ELEVATE YOUR STYLE 

Who needs postcards when you 

have these Dolce & Gabbana 

sneakers? 

HEAVEN HAS HEELS summer 2016 | @HHHEELS

READ 

18. IN HER SHOES 

From heavenly heels to 

sumptuous swimwear, 

Tara Bryan Burner is 

transforming the way 

we see resort wear—and 

ourselves. 

20. BY DESIGN 

Futuristic. Diverse. 

Feminine. Jayda Hany 

combines the best 

in technology and 

tradition. 

24. from concept 

to creation 

Footwear designer 

Nienke Van Dee on 

the pain and pleasure 

involved in inspired 

design. 

26. SEA CHANGE 

For designer and artist 

Kermit Tesoro, shoes are 

the exclamation point of 

our clothing sentence. 

38. INNOVATION 

Michelle Hue, founder 

of VIM & VIGR 

compression legwear 

helps us up our sock 

game. 

40. ONLINE 

CONFESSIONS 

Meet best friends Ruta 

Labrence and Anda 

Auksmukste, founders 

of your new favorite 

e-commerce store, 

LabNo25.com. 

41. STONED 

The incredible designs of 

Dalia Daou Jewellery. 

48. SHOP STOP 

Jason Scott’s success is 

your man’s gain. 

49. WELL HEELED 

HOT SEAT 

We put the always 

stylish Lara Eurdolian of 

Pretty Connected, in our 

Well Heeled Hot Seat. 

52. know thy 

designer 

We asked some our 

favorite jewelry 

designers, what does 

priceless mean to you? 

20. 

26. 

38. 


eauty 

50. EDITOR’S PICKS 

From the latest in collaborations to triedand-tested 

favorites, our editors share 

their favorite beauty go-tos. 

50. 

52. EYE ON BEAUTY 

Curated beauty products delivered to 

your door. That’s the beauty of Beyond 

Her Blush. We talk to found Michelle 

Grundman about life in the fabulous 

lane. 

54. Horoscopes 

Find out what’s in store for you this 

month, thanks to astrologer Manish 

Kumar Arora. 

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HEAVEN HAS HEELS 

HOW IT WORKS 

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF 

Angela Gilltrap 

FEATURES DIRECTOR 

Julia Stuart 

COPY EDITOR 

Sarah Wilkes 

ASSOCIATE EDITOR 

Nicole Ross 

WEB DESIGN 

Lot 17 Media 

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to head straight to 

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CONTRIBUTORS 

Alina Aleshenko, Kelly Armetta, 

Maryna Kopylova, Anastasia Rubin. 

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EVERYDAY 

INSPIRATION 

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Directory to find daily style 

inspiration. 

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EDITOR’S 

note 

“The world is a book, and those who 

do not travel read only a page.” — 

Saint Augustine 

When you think of the 

accomplishments 

of history’s great 

explorers, it seems 

wrong to complain of long haul 

flights. What took years, now takes 

months. What took days, now takes 

hours. Their journeys were fraught 

with peril; dangers known and 

unknown and yet, their hunger for 

exploration never ceased. 

I’ve spent a large portion 

of my life in transit—traveling from 

one city to the next in search of new 

experiences, tales and yes, Instagram 

gold. Although I still complain about 

long haul flights, I can’t imagine 

ever loosing that hunger. The things 

you learn about life, the world and 

yourself are invaluable whether your 

travel plans go according to plan 

or lead you on a different direction 

entirely. There is nothing in this 

world that will teach you more— 

about yourself, about tolerance, 

about life —than travel. 

In this we’re traversed 

the globe to bring you the best in 

innovative style, accessory trends 

and more, we hope you enjoy reading 

it as much as we’ve enjoyed creating 

it. 

Until next time, may your 

heels always be as high as your 

standards, 

Angela Gilltrap 

Editor-In-Chief 

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the PERFECT PACK 

Kate Spade New York Strut Your Stuff 

Flamingo clutch, Couture.Zappos.com 

Versus Versace Sertie 

watch, Couture.Zappos.com 

Loeffler Randall Pari heels, 

Couture.Zappos.com 

Prada PR 08QS sunglasses, 


Roberto Coin Skyline ring, 


Alexander McQueen AMQ 4260/S sunglasses, 


Burberry Harbeton 

wedges, Couture.Zappos.com 

JUST CAVALLI bag, 


Tory Burch TY6031 sunglasses, 

Couture.Zappos.com

DANNIJO Tucan earrings, 


Stephen Webster Super Stud Split ring, 


Alexander McQueen AMQ 4260/S sunglasses, 


Alice + Olivia Stella 

wedges, Couture.Zappos.com 

Vivienne Westwood Mini Bucket in Leopard 

Print bag, Couture.Zappos.com 

Alexis Bittar Encrusted Chevron Swinging 

Wire earrings, Couture.Zappos.com 

Vivienne Westwood Salome ring, 


Gucci Guccissima diamonds watch, 


Kate Spade New York Go 

flats, Couture.Zappos.com 


elevate your style 

we can’t get enough of 

these heavenly heels 

from gucci. bursting 

with attitude, they’re 

sure to elevate your 

summer style. 

GUCCI pump, 

MyTheresa.com 


Francesca Mambrini 

colour block sandals, FarFetch.com 

Malone Souliers 

Eva 3 strappy laser cut sandals, 

FarFetch.com 

Paula Cademartori 

Nabis sandals, FarFetch.com 

Nicholas Kirkwood 

Outliner sandals, FarFetch.com 

POLLINI suede and 

PVC sandals, FarFetch.com 

PIERRE HARDY Biba sandals, 

FarFetch.com

Runway Images: Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Madrid SS16 

AN ADVENTURE 

IN COLOR 

THIS SEASON’S CREATIVE 

color blocking LETS 

YOU EXPLORE ALL THINGS 

BRIGHT AND BEAUTIFUL. 

Adventure travel 

may not be your 

thing but that 

doesn’t mean you 

can’t explore the 

bright and colorful 

world around you— 

particularly with this 

these heavenly heels 

and accessories. 

When in doubt go 

bold! 

Missoni 

striped visor 

FARFETCH.COM 

Dsquared2 

Ocean Drive sandals 

FarFetch.com 

Dsquared2 abstract 

print shorts 

FARFETCH.COM 

ON THE RUNWAY 

HANNIBAL LAGUNA 

AGATHA RUIZ DE LA PRADA 

ULISES MERIDA 

Rula Galayini 

Rothko clutch 

FARFETCH.COM 


JUAN VIDAL 

SWAY 

MY WAY 

Runway Images: Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Madrid AW15 

ANGEL SCHLESSER 

ADD A HINT OF THE TROPICS 

TO YOUR SUMMER STYLE. 

Whether you’re headed 

for St. Trope or planning 

on a stylish staycation, 

these palm-inspired 

accessories are just what 

you needed to enjoy 

your vacation in style. 

Brigitte cropped top 

and hot pants set 

farfetch.COM 

ELENA RIAL 

Sophia 

Webster 

Malibu Sunset 

sandals, 

FarFetch.com 

Kate Spade New York 

Breath of Fresh Air 

I Need A Vacation 

Clutch 

coutrue.zappos.COM 

Kate Spade New York 

Nassau sandals 

coutrue.zappos.COM 


Jimmy Choo 

Portia sandals, FarFetch.com 

Jimmy Choo 

Lance sandals, MyTheresa.com 

JIMMY CHOO 

Laurita sandals, 

FarFetch.com 

Monique Lhuillier 

Ava sandals, FarFetch.com 

Laurence Dacade 

Embroidered Leather sandals, 

FarFetch.com 

Sophia Webster 

Lucita wedge sandals, 

FarFetch.com

HERe’s 

looking 

at you 

Images: FarFetch.com 

ONE OF THE MOST PLAYFUL SUMMER ACCESSORIES, 

WE’RE HEAD OVER HEELS FOR THEse stylish 

sunglasses. FROM EMBELLISHED CAT EYE 

FRAMES TO ROCKSTAR-WORTHY DESIGNS, THERE’S 

SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE—AND every OCCASION. 

MOSCHINO Teddy 

bear print bomber 

jacket, FarFetch.com 














elevate your style 

WISH YOU 

WERE HERE 

WHO NEEDS POSTCARDS WHEN YOU HAVE THESE TRAVEL- 

INSPIRED SNEAKERS FROM DOLCE & GABBANA? PAYING 

TRIBUTE TO THE BRAND’S ITALIAN HERITAGE, THE leather 

uppers are printed with waterside scenes from one of 

our favorite Italian cities, venice. 

DOLCE & GABBANA 

printed leather sneakers, 

MyTheresa.com

PHOTOGRAPHY MANI ZARRIN 

IN HER SHOES 

FROM HEAVENLY HEELS TO SUMPTUOUS SWIMWEAR, ktb is transforming the 

way we see resort wear—and ourselves. 

Tara Bryan Burner has been creating heavenly heels for more 

than a decade. Now, she’s turning her expertise to swimwear 

with the launch of KTB—Kill the Buddha. Featuring 

figure-flattering silhouettes and eye-catching designs, these 

creations are all about hitting the beach in style—and comfort. 

It’s such a long journey from concept to creation, what’s been 

the most humbling experience launching KTB? For me, that 

was admitting that I can’t do everything. I went into this with a clear 

vision of what I wanted my brand to look like, and who my customer 

is. What I learned quickly was that starting a label is so much more 

than just making great items, but rather about creating a cohesive line 

of product with a powerful message that is obvious to the consumer. 

It wasn’t until I accepted the fact that I didn’t know everything, and 

connected with individuals that had skill sets I lacked, that I started to 

see my brand come together in a way that matched my vision. 

How do you think your designs stand out in the competitive 

world of swimwear? I think there is a real void in the market for 

swimwear that meets the needs of 30-40-year-old fashionable women. 

There is an abundance of swimwear designed for young surfer girls, 

and women in their twenties. There is also a lot of brands that target 

older women, that promise to tuck and flatten, but feel like a girdle 

or are just too much coverage and not enough attitude! My goal is to 

design a line that is sexy and stylish, while taking into consideration 

the differences that make each one of our bodies unique and beautiful. 

Also, KTB swimwear offers pieces like our Bohdi swim necklace, an 

original design that can be worn by itself for the more daring woman, 

or as a layering piece. We want our swimwear to be playful, versatile 

and beautiful. 

How would you want women to feel in KTB? I want our women 

to feel empowered, confident, and sexy while comfortable in KTB. We 

know she is hardworking, and we want her time in a swimsuit to be 

spent relaxing, having fun and feeling like her best self. Our message 

is: “Embrace your beautiful.” Our goal, to remind her she is, one 

swimsuit at a time. KTBSwimwear.com — A.G. 


y design 

futuristic. diverse. Feminine. jayda hany combines the 

best in technology and tradition. 

Jayda Hany always 

dreamed of working in 

fashion—womenswear 

in particular. Her focus 

shifted to footwear when she moved 

from Egypt to attend the London 

College of Fashion. Having studied 

Architectural Engineering at the 

American University in Cairo, Hany 

had begun to see her architectural 

background influence her hobby 

of fashion design. She started to 

generate structurally based shoes 

that definitely stood out from the 

crowd. 

“I always tend to come 

up with complex designs,” says 

Hany. “I start with complicated 

and then narrow my designs down 

by simplifying them. It’s a lengthy 

process that I find absolutely 

necessary. I always have to remind 

myself that the strongest designs are 

the simplest in showing my concept 

clearly.” 

For Hany, it’s the ability 

to mix her architectural background 

with a love of fashion that appeals to 

her sense of creativity. Her designs 

balance the latest technological 

innovations with traditional footwear 

techniques. 

“I tend to mix the usage of 

Structural and Architectural Design, 

3D technology and traditional hand 

lasting techniques,” explains Hany. 

“I love seeing the end result of 

combining all these materials and 

methods together into a finished 

product, a shoe.” 

Working with a variety 

of materials, Hany’s creations can 

seem to resemble a kind of footwear 

Frankenstein with plastics, leather, 

vinyl, rubber and stainless steel all 

featured in one shoe. But it’s this 

unique take on design that has seen 

her attract the eye of footwear lovers 

the world. 

Futuristic, diverse and 

feminine is how this up-and-coming 

designer likes to refer to her work. 

“My designs strive to empower 

women to break free from the norms 

dictated by others,” explains Hany. 

“Nothing is sexier than feeling strong 

and confident.” 

Currently working on 

launching her first commercial 

line, this is definitely one designer 

to watch. JaydaHany.com — 

ANASTASIA RUBIN 



FROM CONCEPT 

TO CREATION 

footwear designer Nienke van Dee on the pain and pleasure 

involved in inspired design. 

Dutch footwear and accessory designer Nienke Van Dee 

knows all to well the challenges of taking a design 

from concept to creation. “The biggest challenge 

within the design process for me, is that you have 

your ideas and have to make it reality,” says Van Dee. “Concepts in 

your head can become so crazy and absurd that there is no way to 

realize them. You have to constantly think about how am I going 

to translate this into a wearable shoe. So for me, it is definitely 

the translation from concept to creation—every design again—that 

makes it challenging and fun.” 

Van Dee’s work is characterized by minimalist 

constructions, female influences, unusual use of materials and a 

strong eye for detail. The designs find their origin in her fascination 

for excess in images and material. “The idea of shape as a tool for 

transformation is what drives me,” says Van Dee. “New possibilities 

in material inspire me.” 

Van Dee studied for three years at the Design Academy in 

Eindhoven and graduated in Product Design from Arnhem at ArtEZ 

Academy of the Arts. She also studied at the Dutch Healthtec 

Academy with Shoe Craft and Design in Utrecht. A passion for 

product design combined with her boundless creativity is her ticket 

to success. 

“I love that it is such a great product to mirror your ideas 

and creativity,” says Van Dee. “You can have the most amazing 

ideas and techniques in your head and translate that into a 

footwear.” 

For 2016, shoe lovers can expect more from this talented 

designer with the release of her new collection entitled, Skinned. 

For those who may not be able to wait, the designer also creates 

custom-made designs. Check out her website for more information. 

NienkeVanDee.com — NICOLE ROSS 


SEA CHANGE 

for designer and artist kermit tesoro, shoes are The 

exclamation point of our clothing sentence. 

You won’t find Kermit Tesoro’s heels in your local 

mall—just as you won’t find a Picasso in any old 

home goods store. Tesoro’s designs are pieces 

of wearable art that challenge our preconceived 

notions of footwear design. 

Hailing from the Philippines, Tesoro first became 

involved in footwear while searching for shoes to match his 

clothing designs. Finding inspiration in personal experience 

and a new found design awareness, it makes sense that Tesoro 

fell into footwear design in such a natural way. For Tesoro, 

shoes are “the exclamation point of our clothing sentence.” 

At twenty seven, Tesoro already has a plethora of 

accomplishments and acclaim to his name. He is renowned 

for his unique designs, and is a favorite amongst celebrities— 

including Lady Gaga. His shoes can be spotted at Spielzeug 

Welten Museum Basel in Switzerland and at MoBA 

Netherlands, in fashion publications, and Rockstar Chic, a 

trendy coffee table book on fashion in New York. 

“In my opinion, I think the real challenge is 

outmaneuvering my comfort design sensibility,” says Tesoro. 

Clearly, Tesoro’s designs are not for those looking for a 

simple, everyday shoe. The heels he creates are special and 

bursting with personality. Take his “Oil Spiller” heel, which 

is featured in Rockstar Chic. “Oil Spiller” looks like the type 

of heel worn by a fashion editor in a post-apocalyptic world. 

It sports a large platform that stretches out towards the back 

of the shoe. This genius design compensates for the lack of 

an actual heel that extends to the ground, offering stability 

and balance. Made of leather and acrylic, the heel legitimately 

looks like dripping oil—it’s absolutely mesmerizing. 

Perhaps his most famous and recognizable heel is 

the “Polyposis,” made of wood. “Polyposis” is truly a work 

of art—and the perfect summer-inspired heavenly heel. 

It’s designed to look like the tentacles of an octopus are 

organically wrapping around the foot. Painted in jewel tones 

to match the richness of a deep blue ocean, the shoes even 

feature painted suckers. There are no extra straps or supports 

besides the sculpted tentacles; those serving as the platform, 

upper and heel. 

“The idea of Polypodis has always been inside 

my mind,” says Tesoro. “But I was clueless where to begin 

and how to compose my imagination to reality without 

compromising the expression. I think, if you love a pair of 

shoes enough, you’ll find a way to wear then.” 

Heel lovers can get an inside peak into Tesoro’s 

creative process by following his Instagram, @kermittesoro, 

where the designer posts progress pictures from concept to 

construction. 

Tesoro is currently working on new designs, but is 

in no rush to debut them. Like a true artist knows, art cannot 

be forced and it cannot be rushed; the designs will be ready 

when they’re ready. Although unsure of what the designs will 

be and where the inspiration will come from this time, one 

thing that can be counted on is that innovation is sure to be 

included. When asked if his designs were meant to be worn 

or admired, Tesoro answered perfectly, “I’ll just leave it to the 

audience.” Facebook.com/KermitTesoro — Kelly Armetta 


The New Wave 

Photographed by Maryna Kopylova 

Styled by Maryna Kopylova & Alina Aleshenko

From right to left: 

AMY VERMONT blouse; 

JOHN F.GEE top; 

Vintage dress; 

RIVER ISLAND dress. 


JOHN F.GEE blouse. 


TWIN SET dress; 

& other StORIES shoes.

From left to right: 

QS clothing dress; 

Dondup jeans; 

Vintage dress.

River Island dress; 

ZARA coat. 


Vintage blouse. 


AMY VERMONT top; 

Pull and Bear shorts.

QS clothing dress; 

Dondup jeans; 

OYSHO hat; 

& Other Stories 

shoes.

Vintage dress. 

Makeup &Hair: 

Elena Kuksa 

Models: 

ANASTASIA, 

DIANA, DIANA and 

alina for i am 

model

innovation 

WELCOME TO THE FUTURE OF FASHION. 

Michelle Huie, founder of VIM & VIGR 

compression legwear, HELPS US UP OUR 

SOCK GAME. 

Are all socks created equal? There are a ton of options out 

there when it comes to types of socks, even when comparing 

different types of compression socks! The key is research. Make 

sure you’re actually buying a true graduated compression 

sock because technically, anything tight could be classified as 

“compression,” but only graduated compression socks provide 

the health benefits that are documented in clinical studies, so 

not all socks in this case, offer equal health benefits. 

A few things to keep in mind when buying a true graduated 

compression socks: 

First, make sure the producer is actually using 

medical knitting machines when creating the socks. Adding 

extra spandex to a regular pair of socks does not provide the 

same health benefits, and you will notice the difference after 

wearing a pair of these socks for the afternoon. 

Second, check that there are compression levels 

listed. For example, VIM & VIGR has two compression levels 

for our legwear, 15-20 mmHg and 20-30 mmHg because 

different bodies require more or less assistance. If there is not 

a compression level clearly marked, I would question why this 

isn’t listed. 

The last item is to look that the company has listed 

their products with the Food and Drug Administration. 

What should you own in terms of the perfect sock 

wardrobe? Much of this depends on your own lifestyle. If you 

open a woman’s sock drawer, most of us will have different 

fabrics and type of socks depending on what we’re doing and 

what we’re wearing. We designed VIM & VIGR with versatility 

in mind. When I head to the gym, I often wear my nylon or 

moisture-wick nylon socks because I like a thinner sock for 

workouts. However, during the winter, I love wearing the 

wool collection because of the added warmth. We created 

different patterns available in four different fabrics so that our 

customers have styling and color options to fit their needs and 

preferences. A priority of mine in creating VIM & VIGR was 

that there was a stylish compression option for all year round 

use. 

Do sock gremlins exist? Yes! We’ve had customers ask if 

we could sell just a single sock because one of their socks 

mysteriously walked off. Before we launched the Men’s 

collection, we had women tell us stories of how they could 

never find their VIM & VIGR socks, and later they realized that 

their husbands were stealing them! Luckily, we now have a 

Men’s Collection to keep the peace at home. You never know 

what or who is taking your socks! 

What function can socks play in our lives in terms of 

health and well-being? You would be amazed at how a pair 

of the right socks can positively impact your health. What 

makes VIM & VIGR special is that we play at the intersection 

of fashion and function, which helps more people feel 

comfortable wearing compression socks and reap the benefits 

compression has to offer (reduced leg aches and fatigue, 

speedier recovery after tough workouts and/or sports-related 

injuries like shin splints and more energized legs). In the past, 

compression socks were all about function; the health boosts 

were undeniable but because they didn’t prioritize on some of 

the less medically focused wishes of the consumer, the socks 

looked like they belonged in a hospital. This left compression as 

always associated with illness, injury or old age, and alienated 

many people. By creating a compression line that is stylish and 

available in a variety of fabrics, we’ve opened up the benefits 

to a variety of people who would have been disinterested in 

compression beforehand. Also, there’s something to be said 

when you accessorize your outfit with a killer statement sock. 

How did you become involved with the sock world? I 

never thought that I would start a compression legwear 

company. It all came about really from my own personal need, 

which is how I think many new brands begin. When I moved to 

Missoula, Montana from New York City, I found myself sitting 

for long periods of time at my new job as a pharmaceutical 

rep, leaving my legs achy and sore, and with new questions 

about my health. I mentioned my new sedentary situation 

and accompanying discomfort to a physical therapist and he 

recommended I try compression socks. But what I found was 

that the compression industry swayed toward either athletic 

gear or socks geared around medical use and was unable to 

find any type of compression legwear that I could seamlessly 

incorporate into my daily lifestyle. Thus, VIM & VIGR was 

born as a high-quality compression legwear line with stylish 

designs to be worn all day, any day. Now I think about socks so 

much, sometimes I feel like the woman who lives in a shoe. 

What are the most interesting technological advances 

when it comes to sock design/manufacturing? One of 

the most exciting things we’re seeing more of in the apparel 

industry is the introduction of 3-D printing. This allows you 

create designs and fabric combinations more immediately, 

which VIM & VIGR takes advantage of. We use some of the 

concepts of 3-D printing in the development of our designs 

by using the medical knitting machines that provide a 

circular knit, which mimics 3D printing technology. In terms 

of compression specifically, the medical knitting machines 

have become much more sophisticated over the past several 

years. The impressive strides in technology have allowed us to 

incorporate more fun and detailed designs while still achieving 

a graduated compression sock. We’ll have even more patterns 

coming out this fall, stay tuned! — VimVigr.com 


online confessions 

BEHIND-THE-SCENES AT OUR FAVORITE ONLINE DESTINATIONS. 

MEET best friends Ruta Labrence and Anda Auksmukste, FOUNDERS OF YOUR NEW 

FAVORITE E-COMMERCE STORE Lab No.25. 

What was the inspiration behind LabNo25.com? We 

both come from a fashion background and have always 

wanted to create something new for the industry. When the 

opportunity opened to create a carefully curated contentdriven 

platform, we capitalized on it. We wanted for fashionforward 

up-and-comers to have a destination to shop for 

premium emerging and established brands in an atmosphere 

comparable to high-end luxury retailers. 

What does an average day look like for you? The 

answer is probably true for most entrepreneurs… Every day 

looks different! We always start by answering emails and 

planning the day ahead. Usually afternoons are for meetings. 

Our daily tasks vary, but we’re constantly working on our 

website’s development; updating the site, uploading new 

products, and creating new content. 

How do you decide what to stock? Whenever we select 

new designers, we make sure there is a great product and 

brand that will add value to the customer. We also look for 

a great story behind the brand that helps bring the brand 

to life. Before buying a garment, we do trend research and 

think of what trends our customers would like and actually 

wear. We want to make sure that the garment would actually 

fit into the life of our customer, and the practicality, quality 

and durability are important elements we consider. 

Do you ever want to run away with the merchandise? 

We absolutely want to run away with the garments! We 

do the purchasing ourselves, and our personal touch is 

incorporated. We select garments that we would wear, and 

the buying is a strategic process. Many times we see pieces 

that we fall in love with, and decide to add to the selection, 

even if they weren’t part of the original plan. 

What exciting developments do you have planned 

for the future? In the future, we want to work on more 

exclusive collaborations with designers to create capsule 

collections only available on our site. We already have a 

collaboration in the works that we’re excited to bring to 

LabNo25.com. 


join the pack 

LET US INTRODUCE YOU TO THE NEXT BIG THING IN FITNESS. 

Former special forces operator Chris Finn has teamed up with 

fellow fitness expert Sebastian Morel-Ferreira to present The Pack 

Outdoor Gym, a series of group exercise classes that combine the 

best in fitness with the beauty of Manhattan’s parks. We caught 

up with Finn (pictured)—an Australian ex-pat—to talk workouts, 

exercise and the joys of transporting 800lbs of gym equipment 

through the busy streets of New York City. 

What is The Pack Outdoor Gym? The Pack Outdoor Gym 

is a unique and comprehensive small group fitness experience. 

We are changing the way that outdoor group fitness classes 

are seen. We combine everything you love about indoor group 

fitness classes—like kettle bells, weights and a variety of agility 

and conditioning equipment—with everything you love about 

the amazing parks of New 

York City. 

How did the idea come 

about? The idea for the 

pack came about when I 

was outside at Rockefeller 

Plaza on a sunny day. I 

noticed how everybody 

from the local area came 

out of the office to eat 

lunch in the sunshine. This 

indicated to me that just 

like myself, other people 

living in New York craved 

sunlight and fresh air. New 

Yorkers also like fitness, so 

I started wondering why more people were not combining the 

two together. I looked into some outdoor fitness classes being 

run at the time and even took a few and quickly realized what 

the problem was. Without variety, the class becomes boring 

very quickly and without equipment it’s difficult to achieve. 

There is only so much that can be done with bodyweight and 

park benches. 

What’s your fitness background? My background in fitness 

began when I was living in Australia and serving in the 

Army. I spent five years as a paratrooper before successfully 

completing the selection process for special forces. During the 

process of special forces entry I had the opportunity to learn 

from some of Australia’s leading fitness experts, and during 

this time, I found my passion for fitness. Before moving over 

to the United States, I began studying to become a personal 

trainer and group fitness instructor. I am now a qualified 

fitness professional in Australia and The United States, having 

gained my CPT from NASM. When I first arrived in the 

United States, I began working at Equinox where I became 

a Tier 3 qualified trainer. I also am a kettle bell instructor 

having gained my level two through StrongFirst, the kettle bell 

industry leaders. 

What kind of fitness level is required to join The Pack 

Outdoor Gym sessions? The Pack is a totally customizable 

class. Our experience allows us to run a challenging class for 

anybody of any fitness level, age or gender. Whether you are a 

first-time client attending, or a veteran athlete you can expect 

a great work at from our class. We also teach a movement at 

the beginning of each class with the intention of enhancing 

the skills of our class progressing everybody towards the 

sexier activities (if that is their desire) in a safe and efficient 

manner. 

We’re in love with your Pack bike, how did you come 

up with that idea? The question for the class became how 

do we get gym equipment to the park? In the metropolitan 

area, you often cannot drive 

to a park—and certainly 

cannot park there for an 

extended period—which ruled 

out a motorized vehicle of 

any kind. The idea for The 

Pack bike came about from 

my memory of tricycles 

being used to transport 

heavy loads of ammunition 

around the military bases in 

Afghanistan. When I teamed 

up with Sebastian Morel- 

Ferreira to leverage his years 

of experience in the fitness 

industry and help turn this 

crazy idea into an actual 

business, we both agreed that if the bikes work in Afghanistan, 

there should be no reason they wouldn’t work to deliver gym 

equipment to the New York city parks. 

It must be pretty hard to ride, have you met a hill you 

can’t climb yet? Haha, yeah it is quite difficult to ride. The 

intention is to leave the bikes fully loaded in various parking 

garages around New York City as close as possible to the 

location of the class. I definitely do not want to have to ride 

800lbs of gear too far. As for the hills, just getting out of the 

parking garage is hard enough. It is more a question of Route 

selection—try to avoid any real inclines. 

How can people join The Pack Outdoor Gym? People can 

sign up for classes through our website at ThePackOutdoor. 

com and by selecting their preferred location (currently 

Central Park in Manhattan and Gantry Plaza State Park in 

LIC). You can also book directly through your Mind Body 

account, or on our Facebook page “The Pack Outdoor Gym.” 

To stay up to date with our special events and community 

activities people can follow our Instagram @thepackoutdoor. 


travel 

faux pas 

WHAT’s one shoe that 

should be banned from 

international travel? 

H 

ER SAY 

“Crocs. For gardening? 

Fine. For international 

travel? Absolutely not.” — 

Ashley 

“Definitely UGGS! I get 

that long haul flights 

can be exhausting, but 

let’s bring back a little 

glamour!” — Jemma 

“Flip flops. Nobody ever 

got upgraded in a pair of 

flip flops.” — Avery 

H 

IS SAY 

“Is ‘bare foot’ a shoe? 

I’ve seen people at an 

airport gate with no 

shoes on at all. Why?” 

— Frank 

“Anything potentially 

smelly. There’s no 

where to escape when 

you’re sitting next to 

someone with smelly 

shoes.” — Allan 


WELL HEELED 

HOT SEAT 

we put the ALWAYS STYLISH LARA 

EURDOLIAN of prettyconnected.com 

IN OUR WELL HEELED HOT SEAT. 

Flats or five inches? Flats 

when no one is looking, 

chic flats when you’re 

on the move. Five inches 

when it’s time to impress. 

Overdressed or underdressed? 

Under-dressed 

with that one accent heel 

or accessory that puts you 

at par with the rest of the 

crown. 

Sequins or satin? Sequins! 

What’s your fashion 

mantra to the masses? 

Always have fun. 

If you could be one 

shoe what would you 

be? Christian Louboutin 

Pigalle Follies black 

pumps. You match 

everything, can go 

anywhere and will always 

be looked at as chic and 

timeless.

Morning 

Bright ring, 

DaouJewellery.com 

stoned 

THE INCREDIBLE DESIGNS OF DALIA DAOU JEWELLERY. 

Describe your designs in three words: Elegant. Modern. 

Thoughtful. 

How did you get started in the jewelry industry? I trained in 

gemology at the GIA, design at Holts and Central Saint Martins 

after a lifetime of familiarity with fine jewelry and art practice. 

Daou was originally founded in 1930, in another world though 

and after an interrupted history I have revived the jewelry family 

name in London. Debuting with the Stars collection, followed by 

Sunset Sunrise modern impressionistic colorful pieces, Sparks and 

Quanta collections, all referencing light in its wondrous forms, 

colors and effects. 

What’s one thing jewelry design has taught you about life? 

Every person likes something different. 

What’s your greatest professional accomplishment to date? 

Being shortlisted for the U.K. Jewellery Awards 

New Designer of the Year (the winner has yet to be announced). 

Showing at London Fashion Week. What’s one thing people would 

never guess about you? I have a degree in Physics. 

Priceless means: Irreplaceable, whether jewels, people or 

memories. 

What materials do you most like to work with? 18 carat gold 

and white gold, diamonds, and all the colored gemstones from 

opal to sapphires in all their shades. 


shop stop 

jason scott’s success is your MAN’S gain. 

Known for combining the 

softest cotton blends 

with classically tailored 

garments, Jason Scott 

brings modern, casual sensibility 

to New York City’s West Village 

with the opening of his first-ever 

retail store at 48 8th Avenue. 

“When I first launched 

the brand, I had no fashion 

background and was going into 

a completely different industry,” 

says Jason Mandler, the designer 

behind Jason Scott. “Now, after 

only three years, we have this 

store in New York City which is a 

huge milestone and a dream come 

true for us, giving us a footprint 

in one of the most amazing and 

competitive cities in the world, 

among the best brands in the 

world.” 

The NYC flagship store 

will feature the latest releases 

from the SS16 collection such as 

the best-selling Dip Dye Crews 

and French Terry Shorts. It also 

stocks Frame Denim, Garrett 

Leigh Sunglasses and the most 

recent issues of Kinfolk and MAN 

of the WORLD magazines—to 

ensure your man is well rounded. 

Providing a new 

shopping destination for New 

Yorkers to pick up comfortable, 

wearable pieces that reflect an 

effortless aesthetic, Jason Scott 

will also offer same-day delivery 

for customers in the area. 

The store is open seven 

days a week and offers private 

styling appointments. Welcome 

to the neighborhood! I know my 

man definitely is in need of a style 

makeover. JasonScottClothing.com 

— JULIA STUART

KNOW THY 

DESIGNER 

WE ASKED SOME OF OUR FAVORITE 

JEWELRY DESIGNERS, WHAT’S ONE 

THING PEOPLE WOULD NEVER GUESS 

ABOUT YOU? 

Ornella Iannuzi 

“My age.” 

ornella-iannuzzi.com 

YASMINE EVERLEY 

“Sometimes I work as a sales 

assistant and don’t let on that 

the jewelry on display is my 

own. You get the most honest 

feedback when you work 

anonymously! “ 

YasmineEverley.com 

MICHELLE OH 

“I giggle when I’m nervous. “ 

Michelle-Oh.com 

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eye on 

beauty 

CURATED BEAUTY PRODUCTS DELIVERED 

TO YOUR DOOR. That’s the beauty 

of beyond her blush. we talk to 

founder Michelle Grundman about 

life in the FABULOUS lane. 

What was the inspiration behind Beyond Her Blush? 

I love the element of surprise. Getting a surprise box every 

month is exciting and something to look forward to. Ever 

since I was little, I was always a fan of the “fruit of the month 

club”, etc. Beauty and fashion have always been my passion. 

I was excited to try the beauty boxes on the market but 

when I did, I wasn’t sure how to use some of the products. In 

addition, I didn’t necessarily have all the products needed to 

get the “look.” That’s when I new there was a void to be filled. 

What makes Beyond Her Blush so unique? Instead of 

creating another box, I offer a beauty kit that gives you stepby-step 

instructions on how to use the products (while still 

maintaining the element of surprise!). It’s also curated by 

celebrity artists, so you are getting looks that are on-trend 

by the ultimate professionals who specialize in a particular 

category. 

What’s your personal beauty philosophy? It’s all about 

confidence. You just need a dab of lipstick or smokey shadow 

that instantly enhances your look and the way you feel! 

That’s exactly where the name “Beyond her Blush” came 

from. We want our customers to feel beautiful and exert 

confidence. Go beyond the blush, feel beautiful because you 

are. 

What’s your biggest beauty pet peeve? Noticeable 

foundation that stops at the jawline. I want to stop every 

person I see and let them know that haven’t blended their 

makeup all the way. 

What exciting plans do you have in the works for 2016? 

We’ve partnered with some incredible high-end designers, 

stylists and makeup artists to curate boxes as well as having 

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excited to see what the rest of 2016 holds for Beyond her 

Blush. — BeyondHerBlush.com 

HEAVEN HAS HEELS summer 2016| @HHHEELS

HOROSCOPES 

By Manish Kumar Arora 

K.P. Astrologer, Numerologist, Tarot Card Reader & Vastu Consultant. 

Facebook.com/ManishAstroConsultant 

Aries (21 March – 19 April): This is a great 

month to embark on a new venture as you 

definitely won’t run out of energy. Just take 

the time to choose your path before rushing 

in. This period signifies the winds of change. 

You are destined for greatness and success. 

You need to fully own what is possible and 

what you are capable of—those amazing ideas, 

they are going to pay off for you. Life is feeling 

much more balanced this month. It’s a good 

month for collaboration as wherever you go you 

bring a sense of peace, balance and harmony. 

Favorable dates: July 1, 3, 10, 12, 19, 21. 

Favorable colors: Yellow & Blue. 

Cancer (21 June – 22 July): This month begin 

to practice putting all of your focus, energy 

and action on what you want to manifest and 

let the powers that be do the rest. Stand tall, 

stand confident and let the world see all of the 

amazing tricks you have up your sleeve. Things 

may feel up in the air, constantly changing, or 

just plain unclear, but there is still a lot that you 

can feel grounded in and see the fruits of your 

labor. Love wise you‘re inspired to be closer 

than you‘ve been, open up your innermost 

thoughts and let yourself be emotionally healed 

from the past. Favorable dates: July 2, 7, 11, 16, 

20, 25. Favorable colors: Yellow & Red. 

Taurus (20 April – 20 May): You are 

getting into an upswing month. You’ve got to 

commit to a path and start moving so that the 

commitment energy will get the magical wheels 

in motion because it is a sign to the Universe 

that you are ready. You will be business focused, 

maybe a bit stubborn but very well respected in 

your field. You will open up the floodgates for 

all of the amazing things wanting to enter. An 

emotional tidal wave is coming your way, so 

it‘s time to buckle up and get ready for a wild 

ride. Favorable dates: July 1, 9, 10, 18, 19, 27. 

Favorable colors: White & Blue. 

Gemini (21 May – 20 June): You will have 

a lot of things competing for your time and 

priorities bubbling up constantly. You will long 

for perfection. You might have a rather rigid 

attitude or deal with a short-sighted partner. 

There is a call here to open your mind and 

expand out of seeing the world in black and 

white. It is about removing your filters and 

putting yourself more in other people’s shoes. 

You‘ll be able to make up for the things you said 

and did, possibly with interest, possibly with 

begging, and possibly with some serious hard 

work. Favorable dates: July 1, 9, 10, 19, 20, 29. 

Favorable colors: Yellow & Blue. 

Leo (23 July – 22 August): You can come up 

with ideas that lead to good opportunities for 

you. You can also find luck through siblings 

or neighbors. You can come home if you’re 

abroad, complete a writing project, or finish 

a course of study. You’re more defensive of 

your beliefs, and if you feel threatened, you’ll 

defend them strongly, but you’re not as open 

to other people’s beliefs, and need to remember 

that they’re entitled to their own beliefs just as 

much as you are. Long-distance collaborations 

or relationships with foreigners will have an 

impact on your career. Favorable dates: July 

3, 5, 12, 14, 21, 23. Favorable colors: Yellow & 

Red. 

Virgo (23 August – 22 September): You 

can set new goals for yourself and work hard 

at them. You’re focused and disciplined, and 

you’ll work as hard as you need to so you can 

achieve what you hope to achieve. You just have 

to make sure you don’t suffer a case of tragic 

ambition, or else you’ll push everyone in your 

life away by being so distant. You may resolve a 

health issue, or see one get worse, depending on 

how you’ve been treating you health. You crave 

structure and order, and without that, you can’t 

focus or be productive. Favorable dates: July 

3, 6, 12, 15, 21, 24. Favorable colors: Yellow & 

White. 


Libra (23 September – 22 October): This is a 

good time to go back to a job you used to have, 

or to try treatment for a health problem that 

you’ve tried before Trouble can arise with coworkers, 

you have fights or misunderstandings 

with them, or some of them leave. Your work 

can be sub- par for some reason. You can lose or 

quit your job. You can see a health issue return, 

and you have to deal with it again. If single, 

you can go through a dry spell. If attached, you 

can fight or have misunderstandings with your 

partner. Some of you may see an old love return. 


Favorable colors: Purple & White. 

Scorpio (23 October – 21 November): You are 

buzzing with excitement, and ready to embark 

on new journeys, paths and projects. You will 

not stick to anything too long though, and can 

be a little impulsive too. This can be a good time 

to do something that is mutually beneficial to 

you and someone else, or to deal with other 

people’s money. You see the changes that need 

to be made, and you want to make them so 

you can improve your life. You’re a little more 

serious, and you crave more intimacy in your 

life, so you may cling a little to loved ones. 


Favorable colors: Grey & Red.. 

Capricorn (22 December – 19 January): You 

work quickly, efficiently, and are productive, 

and you won’t stop until you get everything 

done. You’re more practical, good with the 

details, and can gather the facts you need. You 

can also feel stronger and more vital, and decide 

to try to improve your health through diet, 

exercise, or some other lifestyle changes. You 

may experience issues in your relationships. 

You have a hard time understanding your loved 

ones, and vice versa. You have lots of little fights 

and misunderstandings. You may feel like you 

should walk away from a relationship, though 

that might not stick. Favorable dates: July 6, 

8, 15, 17, 24, 26. Favorable colors: White & 

Green. 

Aquarius (20 January – 18 February): You 

focus more on your future, and what your 

hopes and dreams are, and can try to get closer 

to achieving them. You embrace what it is 

that makes you who you are, and want to be 

a unique, independent person. You can spend 

more time with your friends, may join a new 

group or take up a cause you believe in. You 

may come across as more gregarious, outgoing, 

and wandering. Your creative self can come 

out, and you let your artistic side shine. If you 

have children, they can be in the spotlight. 


Favorable colors: Red & Blue. 

Sagittarius (22 November - 21 December): 

If you’ve been doing things the right way, you 

can finish a project that gets you attention in 

your career, get promoted or closer to the career 

you hope to have, or be in the public eye for 

your work. If you haven’t, you can experience 

setbacks and delays with your career and life 

path. You may feel that you need to change the 

path you’re on, and consider an entirely new 

direction or career change. Your sense of safety 

and security can take a hit in some way. This is 

a good time to quit a bad habit, and to take your 

health seriously. Favorable dates: July 1, 3, 10, 

12, 19, 21. Favorable colors: White & Red. 

Pisces (19 February – 20 March): You can 

commit yourself to more people, projects, and 

plans, and have a much more compromising 

attitude. You prefer having someone by your 

side, and don’t want to do much alone. You 

want the one-on-one attention, and want 

to grow closer to your loved ones. You can 

give them attention, and help them out with 

whatever they may need. You can settle a 

dispute with a sibling or neighbor, or cut ties 

with them. If single, you don’t meet anyone 

who interests you, or only want to get back 

together with an ex. If attached, you can feel 

less love and express less affection. Favorable 

dates: July 1, 4, 10, 13, 19, 22. Favorable colors: 

White & Yellow.

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