NICHE style Summer 2016

FASHION FORWARD 

MODEL CITIZENS: GIGI / KARLIE / KATE / ROSIE 

FASHION | BEAUTY | TRAVEL | LIFESTYLE 

SUMMER 

IN THE CITY 

ISSUE 

TRAVEL WITH NICHE TO... 

TORONTO, 

& 

BALI 

TASMANIA 

STYLE GUIDE 

on our radar... 

>BOMBER JACKETS 

>SURF BEAUTIFUL HAIR 

>BRUNCH TO BEACH STYLE 

>SUMMER SANDALS BY CHLOÉ 

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SUMMER 2016 

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NICHE magazine 

summer 2016 

CONTENTS 

66 

26 

64 

8 EDITOR’S MESSAGE | Summer in the City 

10 EDITOR’S PICKS | Touch and Go 

15 FASHION FORWARD | Model Citizens 

26 SHOOT | Summer of ‘69 

40 ERIC HIMEL’S STYLISH LIFE | Hot Trends 

42 HAIR STORY | Seasonal Survival 

44 HELL ON HEELS | Chloe 

46 FASHION LEGEND | Kate Spade 

52 TRAVEL WITH NICHE | Tasmania’s East Coast 

58 NICHE STYLE GUIDE | Summer Splurges 

60 ICON | Sophia Loren 

64 ACCESSORY WALL | Brunch to the Beach 

66 BEAUTY [RE] MARKS | Urban Defenders 

68 STREET STYLE | NICHE Around the World 

70 REINVENTED | Beauty in Bali 

76 WHAT’S IN MY BAG? | Brittany Gray 

78 FASHION FIX | Bomber Jacket 

80 THE TRAVELLING EDITOR | Walking T.O 

82 GET THE LOOK | Colour Patterns 

84 CLOUD NINE | Givenchy SS 2016 

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60 

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SUMMER ISSUE 2016

FEATURES 

summer in the city 

15 FASHION FORWARD | MODEL CITIZENS 

City girls at heart, models Gigi, Karlie, Rosie and Kate have taken 

to the summer streets, and NICHE is sharing their street style. 

You’ll want to take notes. 

26 SHOOT | SUMMER OF ‘69 

Shot on location at the retro wonderland that is Hotel Zed, our 

summer shoot is all about the modern city girl meets 1960’s 

summer beach and street wear. 

52 TRAVEL WITH NICHE TO | TASMANIA 

NICHE style editor, Josie Saldat, went on an Australian adventure 

and she is sharing her favourite road trip with readers - Tasmania 

rugged and picturesque East Coast. 

58 NICHE STYLE GUIDE | SUMMER SPLURGES 

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from the 

EDITOR 

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DEEP SUMMER is when laziness finds 

respectability 

- SAM KEEN 

visit our 

NEW website 

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Follow Tracey online for 

daily fashion, beauty & 

lifestyle inspiration, events 

& contests just for you! 

Summer has finally arrived and with it comes 

warm days and hot trends. Our Summer In 

The City issue zeroes in on the city girl - how 

an urban fashionista survives the summer heat 

and looks good getting it all done in the big city. 

I’m sharing some incredible designer summer 

splurges that you won’t want to miss [NICHE Style 

Guide, page 58], and my Editor’s Edition roundup 

of unique home and personal style items truly 

are “love at first touch” [Touch and Go, page 10]. 

We are celebrating phenomenal women in this issue! 

See how model citizens Gigi Hadid, Karlie Kloss, Rosie 

Hungtinton-Whiteley and Kate Bosworth do summer 

street style [Fashion Forward, page 15], learn about the 

rise of design icon Kate Spade [Fashion Legend, page 46], 

and read about the exceptional life of sizzling screen star 

Sophia Loren [Icon, page 60]. 

Exclusive shoots in this issue took the NICHE team 

all over the globe! I spent time in Bali, producing a 

summer fashion feature that is just for us plus size girls 

[Summer Curves Reinvented, page 70] and I travelled to 

Toronto to share West Queen West’s unique street art 

[The Travelling Editor, page 80]. Style Editor Josie Saldat 

took a fabulous road trip along Tasmania’s East Coast 

[Travel With NICHE, page 52] and came home to curate 

a summer vintage inspired fashion shoot at the retro 

Hotel Zed [Shoot, page 26]. 

This is the season to take life a little slower and give 

yourself permission to not only stop and smell the roses, 

but linger a little longer in those special little shops and 

spend more time with friends on your favourite patio! 

Warmest wishes, 

Tracey Drake, EDITOR IN CHIEF 

editor@NICHE.style 

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touch and go 

Editor’s Picks 

It is those things that get us through the day; unique 

purchases that make our life easier and get us out the 

door so we can enjoy this amazing summer in the 

city. It is those special love at first touch and one touch 

application items for our homes and ourselves that we 

covet - and these are mine for summer 2016. 

lovely necessities every 

city girl 

needs this summer 

The most incredible moisturizer, the softest organic 

bed sheeets, a kitchen appliance that will make you 

want to cook (even if you don’t know how), my fave 

all-day lipstick, and summer inspired bags that will 

take you wherever the city concrete or beachy breezes 

may take you this season. 

TATA HARPER 

REBUILDING MOISTURIZER 

> one touch application 

> love at first touch 

My skin superhero recommendation 

for summer 2016 - an amazing 

lightweight moisturizer that truly does 

it all. It provides long lasting (like 

ALL day) moisture and a wonderful 

matte finish, it gently exfoliates to 

remove harsh city build up on your 

skin, restores skin’s visible firmness, 

and it keeps your complexion 

healthy and balanced. 

tataharperskincare.com $105 

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BREVILLE QUICK CRISP 

MICROWAVE OVEN 


Don’t turn on your hot oven all summer. With an integrated 

crisper pan that browns and crisps for added flavour, this 

ingenious microwave does it all. I appreciate its capacity to cook 

a small roast or a whole pizza and fyi - makes amazing popcorn! 

breville.ca, $599 

CUYANA LEATHER TRAVEL CASE SET 


We wear less makeup in the summer but still need a great grab-andgo 

vanity bag and this is perfect for light packing. This classic set has a 

clever lipstick pocket inside that I adore and can be monogrammed so 

they are uniquely yours. I love this summer inspired PISTACHIO green. 

cuyana.com, $110 

CLINIQUE LONG LAST LIPSTICK 


Naturally looking, long lasting lipstick 

that doesn’t feather, stain, dry out or 

creep. I adore the all-day natural shine 

that looks like you are wearing nothing 

at all. Shown in BAMBOO PINK. 

clinique.ca, $21 

MAR Y SOL IBIZA TOTE 


To me, this tote looks and feels 

like summer. Named after Ibiza, 

Spain for its combo of colours 

and textures, it easily goes from 

city to beach without batting 

an eyelash, and holds all you 

need without being too 

needy. Shown in NAVY. 

shopmarysol.com, $135 

BEDFACE SUPER SLEEP SET 


Using propietary facetech cotton, I am in love with how soft, 

touchable and breathable this bedding is. Absolutely the most 

comfortable, and perfect for hot summer nights. Shown is bedface 

deluxe set with duvet cover, flat and fitted sheet, and 2 pillowcases. 

Summery orange/pink colour combo is called COSMETIC. 

bedface.com, $246 

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FASHION 

FORWARD 

MODEL 

CITIZENS 

KARLIE | GIGI | ROSIE | KATE 

Summer style has officially taken to the 

streets. If you’re searching for ideas about 

what to wear as you head off to work or 

to an afternoon shopping excursion with 

friends, you might find inspiration in the 

colour trends and terrific fashion pairings 

currently being worn by A-lister models. 

No doubt about it - we think Gigi Hadid, 

Karlie Kloss, Kate Bosworth, and Rosie 

Huntington-Whiteley are model citizens 

when it comes to sizzling street style. 


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KARLIE 

KLOSS 

With ballet roots, Kloss took the industry by 

storm at the early age of 14, and by the time 

she was 16, Kloss had walked 64 runways in a 

single season. Her classic look and powerful 

walk has become iconic and has made Kloss a 

favourite among designers, photographers and 

other models. Kloss is also an intellect, and while 

attending NYU, she partnered with Flatison 

School and Code.org to launch Kode with 

Karlie, a program offering scholarships to girls 

interested in Computer Science and Software 

Engineering. Kloss is always caught on camera 

looking chic in style paired with a smile. 

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GIGI 

HADID 

Daughter of Mohamed Hadid and Yolanda Foster, 

Hadid was discovered by Guess co-founder Paul 

Marciano at a young age. Hadid’s career launched 

with modeling for Baby Guess and Guess Kids. Giving 

up her athletic ambitions of pursuing volleyball, 

Hadid continues to take the fashion industry by 

storm and lives in the spotlight as a top influencer 

with an athletic flair. Hadid is typically spotted in a 

monochromatic palette or casual street style vamped 

up with a pair of great heels or sunglasses. No matter 

what day the camera catches her on the street, Hadid 

looks fashionably chic. 

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ROSIE 

HUNTINGTON- 

WHITELEY 

Whiteley began her modeling career at 16 and 

aside from her childhood years growing up on a 

farm, she has been spent her life in the spotlight. 

Appearing on the cover of international magazines 

and in countless campaigns, Whiteley is now seen 

coming into her own fashion forward woman, not 

to mention her smoke-show partner, Jason Statham. 

Whiteley is usually spotted wearing casual attire 

that is always elevated with accessories and showstopping 

heels or booties. 

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KATE 

BOSWORTH 

Los Angeles born and naturally sun-kissed, Bosworth 

has been in the spotlight as a fashion forward 

celebrity, known for dressing with personality 

on and off the red carpet. Photos of Bosworth are 

usually of her hanging with top fashion designers 

such as Oliver Rousteing as well as casual city 

dates with her handsome hubby, Michael Polish. 

Bosworth is always making a stylish statement with 

her attire and has become a style icon for her mixing 

of vintage and modern as well as classic and casuals. 

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SUMMER 

OF ‘69 

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Producer./Stylist 

JOSIE SALDAT 

Photographer 

DEBBIE STEEPER 

Models 

COULTISH MODEL MGMT: 

ALLIE & KIAH 

Hair Stylists 

CARREIRO THE STUDIO: 

RACHAEL JONES 

DALE JORDAN 

Make Up Artists 

ALEXANDRA FORMAN 

GRACIE WELCH 

Shot on location at 

HOTEL ZED [hotelzed. com] 

VICTORIA, BC 


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THE LOOK (left) 

Orange one piece vintage 

swimsuit with tie neck and 

swimming cap, The Patch 

Victoria. Expressions turquoise 

necklace and bracelets, 

Hudson’s Bay. Pizza slice blowup 

pool toy, Paboom Victoria. 

THE LOOK (right) 

Blue one piece skirted vintage 

swimsuit and green head 

scarf, The Patch Victoria. 

Lucky Brand Earrings, 

Hudson’s Bay. Expression 

Bracelent, Hudson’s Bay. 

Black blow-up pool swan, 

Paboom Victoria. 


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THE LOOK (below) 

Yellow vintage mini dress, The Patch 

Victoria. Expressions necklace, earrings 

and bracelet, Hudson’s Bay. Keds 

sneakers, Hudson’s Bay.


THE LOOK 

Blue one piece vintage 

swimsuit, blue./pink 

chiffon coverup. The 

Patch Victoria. Vintage 

magazines, stylists own. 

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THE LOOK 

Blue/yellow one pieve 

vintage swimsuit, yellow lace 

coverup. The Patch Victoria. 

Gold loafers, Hudson’s Bay. 

Expression orange bracelet, 

Hudson’s Bay. Pink sunglasses, 

The Patch Victoria. Vintage 

magazines, stylists own. 


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THE LOOK 

Orange multi-coloured vintage 

mini dress with pom-pom 

fringe hem, The Patch Victoria. 

Expression short multicoloured 

necklace, earrings 

and bracelet, Hudson’s Bay. 

Pale yellow long necklace, 

Kate Spade, Hudson’s Bay. 

Sunglasses, The Patch Victoria. 

Karl Lagerfeld denim wedge 

sandals, Hudson’s Bay. 

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THE LOOK 

Purple/green stripe vintage 

romper, The Patch Victoria. 

Camera necklace, Betsey 

Johnson, Hudson’s Bay. 

Sunglasses, The Patch 

Victoria. 424 Fifth white 

NATURAL wedge sandals, BEAUTY Hudson’s Bay. 

is very much on trend for this 

season’s bride. No-fuss hair with 

minimal volume and natural 

curls are in order, as is a more 

natural makeup palette. 


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THE LOOK 

Affectionately known as Doris, 

Hotel Zed’s vintage 1967 VW 

camper van is a 6-passanger 

guest shuttle that has been 

restored in turqouise and orange. 

*fashion looks on previous page 

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BY: ERIC HIMEL | CELEBRITY STYLIST 

Summer is all about ease but you don’t want to throw style 

out the door with it. It’s all in the small details - an unusual 

use of materials, a different finish on a hem or a reference 

to the 70’s and 80’s that isn’t literal but rather makes a nod 

to the best of the decade. Work these eight must-haves into 

your wardrobe, and everyone will be keeping an eye on you for all 

the right reasons this Summer. 

Not Your High-School Denim Skirt 

Frayed white denim pencil skirt. 

Frayed edged denim is all the rage now - take it one step further 

with a denim pencil skirt. What’s the difference this time 

around? The longer, leaner silhouette makes it less ‘junior’ and 

the frayed edge makes it, well, edgier. And yes, go ahead and 

dress it up for work. 

Eric Himel’s 

STYLISH LIFE 

PROENZA SCHOULER 

SS 2016 Swimwear Collection 

Colour-Blocking Isn’t 

Just About Colour 

Colour-block bracelet with different materials. 

Colour-blocking was introduced into our fashion lexicon 

seasons ago. Now, go for a more sophisticated approach with 

colour-blocked materials on a bracelet. Mix different woods or 

or different plastics. 

Show Less To Show More 

Think covering up is matronly? Think again. 

The once thought of ‘matronly’ sister to the bikini is all grown up 

thanks to it’s reference to the 80’s one piece. Go high on the thigh 

for an elongated leg. 

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MUST-HAVES FOR YOUR 2016 SUMMER WARDROBE 

ERIC HIMEL 

is a widely known celebrity stylist, fashion expert and media personality. 

Raised in Toronto and Dallas, Himel moved to New York City where he 

attended Parson’s School of Design and trained under Project Runway’s 

Tim Gunn. After graduation, he moved to Los Angeles and began his styling 

career, expanding his business across the US and Canada. Himel’s roster of 

celebrity clientele has included Jenny McCarthy, Giuliana Rancic, Pete Wentz, 

Gabby Douglas and more, and Eric’s work has been featured in nearly every 

major women’s lifestyle magazine in the US. He’s best known for his signature 

Closet Purge and has recently began leveraging the online 

landscape, offering Virtual Styling Sessions. 

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Give Them The Cold Shoulder 

This summer, shoulders are the new breasts. 

Shoulders come out of the closet this Summer with endless 

incarnations of off-the-shoulders ops. They are sexy 

without trying and the one part of the body you will never 

have to worry about gaining weight. 

Clogging Isn’t Just A Dance 

Wooden clog sandals will put the ‘giddy’ in your ‘up’. 

Part clog, part sandal with a touch of geisha - this perfect 

summer shoe iteration will take you from day to night 

and party to party. 

Postcards From The Edge 

Make it a cruel, cruel summer with this 80’s flashback. 

Stylish sunglasses yes, but oh so practical with two glasses 

in one - clip-ons are hot again with that Less Than Zero 

vibe. 

THOM BROWNE 

clip-on sunglasses 

Jimmy Cracked Corn and I Don’t Care 

A cropped flare. 

What would Becky Thatcher wear? A cropped flare denim 

obvi. The ultimate Summer go-to pant that will show off 

all of your fab shoes. Pair with an off-the shoulder top! 

Alexander Wang did it right this season. 

Peek-A-Boo, I See You 

A crocheted dress is easy-breezy - literally. 

Crocheted dresses are feminine and innocently sexy. It also 

doesn’t hurt that they breathe oh-so-nicely on hot summer 

days. 

PETER PILOTTO 

Day knit off shoulder dress 

ROBERT CLERGERIE 

Cosy Mule Clog 


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HAIRstory 

by Emily Foley 

OUR TOP PICKS 

HAIR PRODUCTS 

that will protect 

and beautify your 

summer locks. 

SUMMER HAIR 

tips 

Just as your face gets dirty and 

pores get clogged in the summer 

heat, the same happens to your 

hair! Your hair follicles are 

working overtime producing 

sebum, mkaing your scalp oily. 

Wash your hair every day during 

the hot summer months. 

Summertime is hard on our hair. 

If it’s not the heat and humidity, 

its the chlorine and the constant 

pulling and teasing to achieve cute 

summer styles. 

Step out of the shadows and let 

the sun shine on your hair with 

products that help you have your 

best summer hair story ever. 

For the last six months, the 

NICHE team has tested many 

new-to-market hair products. 

It doesn’t happen often but two 

brands impressed us so much, we 

included two products from each 

of their summer collections. These 

are our five seasonal favourites! 

L’OREAL PROFESSIONAL 

MORNING AFTER DUST 

The first professional invisible dry 

shampoo style reviver with a 96-hr 

lasting scent. City approved, and 

definitely long weekend ready! We 

love that it lasts so long, even in the 

summer heat. 

lorealprofessional.ca 

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summer 

& 

hair that glows 

grows 

AG HAIR 

SEA SPRAY 

Beach bums and sun lovers will adore this 

summer sea spray that offers relaxed damp 

or dry styling - giving hair a summer do 

that looks tousled yet tame. We love that 

it contains sea-based potassium chloride 

which adds adds beachy grit without 

drying out your hair. 

aghair.com 

AG HAIR 

CLEANSING CREAM 

Throw away your traditional shampoo and 

conditioner. This is a whole new way to 

cleanse your hair, root to tip. Formulated with 

AG’s exclusive Sea Complex that strengthens 

hair, restores moisture and enhances natural 

texture. Cleansed hair is less stressed, softer 

and more manageable - perfect for summer 

sun seekers and swimmers. 

aghair.com 

LA BIOSTHETIQUE 

LUXURY SPA OIL 

Your summer stressed hair will 

thank you! This amazing hair oil 

protects, repairs, adds shine and 

prevents breakage. We love that 

it can be used as an after blow 

drying gloss or an intensive 

overnight hair mask. 

la-biosthetique.ca 

LA BIOSTHETIQUE 

SUNSHINE HAIR LOTION 

Water resistant conditioning spray 

lotion provides sun protection for 

your hair while repairing stressed 

hair. We love that it instantly adds 

shine and softness! 

la-biosthetique.ca 


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HELL 

HEELS 

CHLOÉ 

SS 2016 COLLECTION 

Summer is personified by Chloé. There is no other fashion label that 

embraces this season more. Get spirited away this season with the colourful 

Spring/Summer 2016 shoe collection by Chloé. Creative Director Clare 

Waight Keller incorporates weightless chiffon dresses, peasant blouses and 

a variety of season pieces in the palette of ROY-G-BIV as well as lively 

prints of paisley. Designing for the effortless, free-spirited attitude of the 

Chloé girl. 

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“CHLOÉ SPEAKS TO ME ON SO 

MANY LEVELS. FIRSTLY, BECAUSE 

IT’S FEMININE. I LOVE THE FREE- 

SPIRITED, EFFORTLESS ATTITUDE 

OF THE CHLOÉ GIRL. IT’S ABOUT 

THOSE FABULOUS PIECES YOU 

WEAR SO MANY DIFFERENT WAYS 

AND THE SPIRIT OF CONFIDENCE 

YOU HAVE WHEN YOU WEAR 

THEM. IT’S REAL.” 

- CLARE WAIGHT KELLER 


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FASHION 

I adore pretty things 

& WITTY WORDS 

- KATE SPADE 

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KATE 

SPADE 

by Jennifer Costanzo | fashion columnist 

B 

orn Katherine Noel Brosnahan on 

December 24, 1962 in Kansas City, 

Missouri. Kate attended the University 

of Kansas, then transferred and 

graduated from Arizona State University, with 

a degree in journalism. Spade met her future 

husband, Andy Spade, in Arizona where they 

worked together at a men’s clothing boutique. 

Kate Spade was interested in writing and followed 

her dreams of journalism when she moved 

to Manhattan to work for a fashion magazine 

called Mademoiselle in 1986. Spade worked 

her way up in the magazine, finally becoming 

senior fashion editor and head of accessories 

at Mademoiselle. It was at the magazine where 

Spade realized her calling, into accessory design. 

Spade left the magazine in 1991 to pursue her 

dream to create her own handbag, due to the 

lack of stylish and sensible handbags at the time. 

Working with accessories at Mademoiselle, gave 

Spade an extra edge through her knowledge and 

interest in handbags. Spade set out to design 

the perfect purse and in 1993 she launched her 

own line of handbags. The line debuted with 

just six silhouettes with which she combined 

sleek, utilitarian shapes and colourful palettes 

in an entirely new way that was also stylish. 


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KATE SPADE 

INDUSTRY TIMELINE 

1986 

1991 1993 1996 1996 1998 1999 

Spade began 

working at 

the fashion 

magazine 

Mademoiselle 

Left 

Mademoiselle 

to create 

her own 

handbags 

Kate Spade 

and Joel 

Franklin 

launched 

Kate Spade 

Handbags 

First Kate 

Spade 

New York 

boutique 

opened 

CFDA award 

for America’s 

New Fashion 

Talent in 

Accessories 

Kate Spade won 

Best Accessory 

Designer 

Kate Spade New 

York was sold to 

Neiman Marcus 

Group 

1999 2004 2004 2005 

Honoured by 

Cooper Hewitt 

Museum 

with handbag 

exhibit for 

first national 

design 

triennial 

Kate Spade 

at Home 

launched 

Brand went 

international 

by opening 

a store in 

Aoyama, 

Tokyo, Japan 

Kate and 

Andy Spade 

welcomed 

their baby 

girl, Frances 

Beatrix Spade 

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Kate Spade New York had its beginnings in 

purses then expanded to clothing, jewelry, 

shoes and stationary. In 1996, as the 

fashion line was growing, Kate Spade 

opened her first boutique in New York. 

Her fashion line was followed by a 

home collection brand, Kate Spade 

at Home, which featured bedding, 

bath items, china and wallpaper. 

Kate Spade New York was sold to the 

Neiman Marcus Group in 1999; however, 

the Spades have remained active in the 

brand that they so diligently built from 

the very beginning. The Kate Spade 

brand understands the importance of 

taste and style rather than looking at 

the trends from season to season, which 

makes makes the brand timeless. 

This is important to Kate Spade New York, 

because any age group can wear the line. 

This can be seen in their advertisements 

where the brand uses young twentysomething 

models, as well as Iris Apfel, 

a ninety-four year old fashionista. 

As the brand only became bigger 

and widely available not only in 

the United States but also across 

the globe, it became Kate Spade & 

Co. in 2007 with Deborah Lloyd 

as the president and chief creative 

designer. The company’s aim was to 

broaden the line while honouring its 

rich history. Deborah Lloyd worked 

alongside Craig Leavitt, the company’s 

CEO to continue building the 

clothing and accessories collections. 

she who leaves a trail of glitter 

IS NEVER FORGOTTEN. 

-KATE SPADE 


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LET ME TELL YOU ‘BOUT 

the birds and the bees and 

the flowers and the trees... 

Today, Kate Spade & Co. designs 

and markets accessories and apparel 

under two major brands, Kate 

Spade New York and Jack Spade. 

Kate Spade New York, the women’s 

line consists of curious and playful 

pieces. The line inspires women to live 

colourfully with a feel of luxury and 

playful charm while always remaining 

distinctly unique. Whereas, Jack Spade, 

the men’s line, grew out of the idea 

that men can wear simple and useful 

apparel while also remaining stylish. 

Kate Spade, both a designer and 

businesswoman is unique and inspiring 

and has dedicated much of her career 

to the business of accessories of all 

sorts. Her sense of style and design 

has been acknowledged and praised by 

the fashion industry across the world. 

Check out her home collection now 

available at Hudson Bay and take a little 

piece of the fun and charismatic style 

of Kate Spade New York to your home. 


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Travel with 

NICHE to ... 

TASMANIA’S 

EAST COAST 

AUSTRALIA 

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4 DAYS 265 KILOMETRES 

&5 WOW MOMENTS 

NICHE magazine’s Style Editor, Josie Saldat, 

went on an Australian road trip adventure 

and brought back photographic evidence as to 

why the Tasmanian Coast should be on your 

travel bucket list. 

by Josie Saldat 

The term “pictures do not do justice” 

was probaby invented here on the 

magically scenic East Coast of Tasmania. 

So put down your smartphone, and 

truly let your eyes wander this heart shaped 

island, located on the edge of the world. With 

a tragic past, Tasmania extrudes a mysterious 

wisdom and wondrous energy unlike any other. 


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Start your road trip up the coast in the capital of 

Hobart; a port city with historic architecture, the 

narrowest streets and a diverse artistic population. 

A city of contrast combining heritage charm with 

modern living, locals live only a short drive away from 

some of the world’s most alluring coastal beaches 

and endless pristine landscapes. For local “tassies”, 

February is the end of summer and beginning of a 

new work or school year, but for travellers it is a time 

of vacant roads and secluded raw landscapes. It may 

be one of the world’s most underrated destinations 

so be sure to go before the rest of the world clues in. 

If there is one thing you should know about road 

tripping in Tasmania: it is all about the journey. In 

other words, strive to become a Tasmanian sponge 

and submerse yourself into exploring the island. 

Through corridors of green the dramatic windy roads 

offer vantage points to uninhabited turquoise coasts. 

Past the small community of Swansea lies 

Freycinet National Park, home to one of the most 

magnificent and picturesque locales, Wineglass 

Bay. Opt for the trek down to the beach instead 

of the lookout. You will need to walk the beach to 

truly feel the magic of this secluded hotspot. The 

walk is worth the legwork of one hour from the 

car park. Besides, if you have been sitting in the 

car it’s a great opportunity to stretch your legs. 

With the rugged backdrop of the Hazzards, a series of 

jagged red and pink tinted granite peaks, you should 

devote an entire day just to explore here. If you 

want to spend a few days, there are many amenities 

accessible including camping, hostels, equipped 

cabins or the ultimate retreat, Saffire Freycinet 

which has been named Australia’s top luxury hotel. 

Hop out of your vehicle and roam the soft white and 

squeaky sand floors of Binalong Bay. On the south 

side of the beach lays the Bay of Fires which may 

feel like the Caribbean, except swap the palm trees 

for Tasmania’s majestic gum trees. Given the name 

in 1773 by Captain Tobias Furneaux for the burnt 

orange-hued granite boulders hugging the coast 

that contrast against the clear blue waters. Here 

you can post up for the night at the Bay of Fires 

Conservation Area which offers beachside camping 

with dreamy views of acacia trees and the sea. 

Not far away lies the largest town on the northeast 

coast, St. Helens. As the state’s second largest 

fishing port, seafood does not have to swim far to 

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your plate. Local family owned pizzeria, Timboli’s 

serves up an Italian classic, pizza topped with 

mouthwatering seafood – and yes, I recommend 

ordering a large pie. To walk off the copious 

amounts of cheese, grab your sneakers and explore 

the spectacular hour long walk to St. Helens Point 

and the Peron Dunes, where you can run around 

pretending you are in the Sahara Desert or simply 

enjoy the sunset from a sensational bed of sand. 

Off the Tasmanian Coast are many surrounding 

islands that are lush with nature and wildlife. Take 

a thirty minute ferry ride to Maria Island National 

Park, where native animals roam freely and pieces 

of the island’s criminal past remain. Pack a picnic 

and wander the island to see ruins of the mess 

room, barn, chapel and prison cells - all dating 

back to the Darlington convict settlement of 1825. 


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When you return to Hobart you can catch a 

quick passenger ferry over to Bruny, the apple 

island that exemplifies the term “room to roam”. 

Consisting of two land masses joined by a long 

narrow isthmus, the island was inhabited by the 

Tasmania Aborigines until European arrival. 

Visit a plaque dedicated to Explorer James Cook 

who came to the island 

in 1777 and carved his 

initials in a tree that burnt 

down in 1905 and was 

replaced with the plaque. 

Since the 1920’s, Bruny 

has become infamous for a 

holiday hotspot with hiking 

trails, surfing beaches, 

ancient caves and a small 

friendly local community. 

In total, North Bruny and 

South Bruny together 

have nine coastal enclaves 

with the most popular 

being Adventure Bay. Dip 

into Hotel Bruny, where 

freshness and food made on 

premises is their specialty. 

Try the fish of the day, 

caught by local fishermen 

Dave and Ross, who bring 

in an exclusive ‘catch of 

the day’ that constantly 

changes and is paired with Bruny Island’s 

original cider. Food for the body and food for 

the mind; indulge your inner creative self on 

an island that welcomes you as a local yourself. 

A taste of Tasmania is all one needs to spark a 

connection with the heart shaped island and make 

a promise that a return will not be far in the horizon. 

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JOSIE’S ROAD TRIP 

‘WOW’ MOMENTS 

1. Climbing the orange rocks at Bay of Fires 

2. Sinking my toes into the white sands of Wineglass Bay 

3. Hearing the penguins return home along the neck of Bruny Island 

4. Exploring MONA museum in Hobart 

5. Making friends with a few wallabies! 


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10 

SUMMER SPLURGES 

for the stylish girl 

Summer in the city and the weather is fine... what to wear is 

always at the top of mind! For the stylish urban girl looking for 

wardrobe staples and perfect season accessories that will get you 

through the hot summer days in designer style, these are our top 

summer splurge fashion picks for 2016! 

MISSONI MARE 

CROCHETED BIKINI 

The perfect beach splurge, ample coverage 2-piece 

suit, designed in their iconic crochet print. 

$615 stylebop.com 

GUCCI 

PADLOCK TIAN SHOULDER BAG 

Clean lines, fun sunrise cabana stripes and 

versatile monogrammed flap top can be worn two 

ways - clutch or tote. 

$2,260 saksfifthavenue.com 

DAVID YURMAN 

AMETHYST RING 

Understated for summer but 

still fabulous bling! From the 

Chatelaine collection, with 

diamonds and amethyst. 

$1300 davidyurman.com 

STELLA MCCARTNEY 

FINE KNIT STRAPLESS 

DRESS 

Super cute, super city appropriate 

summer dress in a breathable fine 

knit and an awesome mid-calf day 

to night red checkered pattern. 

$1,095 farfetch.com 

RED VALENTINO 

EMBROIDERED FLORAL 

SNEAKERS 

Walk it off! These adorable city sneakers will 

have you wishing you could walk everywhere. 

Canvas uppers with floral embroidery. and 

rhinestone lip across the heel. 

$695 redvalentino.com 

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ZIMMERMANN 

ROZA JUMPSUIT 

Everything is coming up roses! 

Summer chic is the only way to 

describe this wide leg, sleeveless linen 

jumpsuit with eyelet detailing. 

$530 otteny.com 

PRADA 

CAT-EYE SUNGLASSES 

Oversizes for just the right amount of 

attitude. Monochromatic metal trim 

geometric sunglasses with log embossed 

temples in sweet summer blue. 

$355 bergdorfgoodman.com 

NICHE 

style guide 

LANA 

TURQUOISE EARRINGS 

Aptly named Triple Bliss Magic, 

these Lana Bramlette lovely hoop 

earrings are 14k while gold with 

marquise turquoise stones. 

$423 lastcall.com 

FERRAGAMO 

BUCKLE WATCH 

Here’s your subtle pop of 

summer in the city colour! 

Unique Swiss made 

buckle-shaped watch in 

a summery shade of pink 

with goldplated stainless 

steel case. 

$1,550 thebay.com 

DOLCE & GABBANA 

EMBELLISHED SKIRT 

Featuring hand cut, beaded 

and jewelled Italian landmarks 

including the Leaning Tower of 

Pisa and the David. 

$5,795 modaoperandi.com 


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ICON 

SILVER SCREEN 

SERIES 

“IT’S BETTER TO EXPLORE LIFE AND 

MAKE MISTAKES THAN TO PLAY IT SAFE. 

MISTAKES ARE PART OF THE DUES ONE 

PAYS FOR A FULL LIFE.” 

- SOPHIA LOREN 

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y Josie Joy Saldat 

SOPHIA 

LOREN 

SENSUOUS STRUT TO STARDOM 

Born as Sofia Scicolone in Rome, Italy in 

1934, Loren was raised by mostly her 

mother in the small fishing town of 

Pozzuoli. Experiencing much sadness 

in her childhood, alongside her sister, Loren grew 

up during the second World War with no support 

from her father. Loren’s life changed when she 

entered a beauty contest at age fourteen and was 

ranked a finalist. Film Producer and judge of one 

of the multiple beauty contests Loren went on to 

partake in, Carlo Ponti caught Loren’s eye and 

wed in 1957. Ponti took Loren under his wings 

and acted as not only a partner, but of somewhat 

a father figure that Loren never experienced. 

The launch of Loren’s career began as most do – as 

an extra. After playing an extra in ten films in the 

1950’s, Loren made her way up to supporting roles. 

Diving into the industry, in her late teens, 

Loren started playing lead roles, with her 

move into American film with Boy on a 

Dolphin, Legend of the Lost and The Pride and 

the Passion - all in 1957. Loren’s co-star Cary 

Grant was drawn towards Loren’s alluring aura 

of mystery and Italian beauty and proposed 

during the short split she had with Ponti. Loren 

rejected the proposal and remarried Ponti. 

Loren signed a contract with Paramount 

Pictures and starred in many American movies 

throughout the sixties, then returned to Italy to 

star as Cesira in Two Women, from which she 

received international acclaim and was honoured 

with an Academy Award for Best Actress in 1962. 

Loren was now the first actress to win an Academy 

Award for a non-English-speaking performance. 


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MICK JAGGER AND KEITH RICHARDS 

wrote “Pass the Wine” for Loren 

LOREN SPENT 19 DAYS IN JAIL 

for tax evasion Iin 1992. 

did you 

KNOW? 

DURING LOREN’S EARLY ACTING YEARS 

people called her “Sofia Lazzaro” because it was 

thought her beauty could raise Lazzarus from the dead. 

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For the next decade, Loren travelled back and 

forth from America to her beloved home in 

Italy to complete projects on multiple films. 

During these years, she was rewarded for her 

contribution to the movie industry with an Oscar 

nomination and five Golden Globe Awards. 

Throughout the 1980’s, Loren appeared in 

only a handful of movies as she focused on 

raising her two sons, Carlo Jr. and Edoardo. 

Loren also successfully made the transition into 

becoming a creative entrepreneur and being the 

first actress to launch a signature fragrance line as 

well as a popular collection of designer eyewear. 

Loren made a comeback into the 

film industry after her mother 

had passed in 1991 of cancer. 

Making appearances in mainstream comedies 

like the 1995 hit comedy with Walter Mattau and 

Jack Lemmon, Grumpier Old Men, as well as art 

house films, Loren has spanned a career over six 

decades and remains one of the most recognizable 

figures in the international film industry. 

Loren’s husband, Carlo Ponti died in 2007 at age 

94, and Loren mourned his loss for a few years 

before returning to the spotlight to star opposite 

Daniel Day-Lewis in the 2009 musical Nine 

Loren now divides her time between 

Switzerland and Los Angeles where she 

can be close to her two sons and live a low 

profile lifestyle. Making occasional red 

carpet appearances, Loren is still 

seen wearing her signature eye 

makeup and bombshell curls. 

“BEAUTY IS HOW YOU FEEL INSIDE, 

AND IT REFLECTS IN YOUR EYES. IT 

IS NOT SOMETHING PHYSICAL.” 

- SOPHIA LOREN 


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ACCESSORY 

WALL 

BRUNCH TO BEACH 

by Sylvia Tennant | fashion columnist 

Dressing for summer in the city has taken on new 

meaning for me this year. Since the early signs of 

spring, I’ve begun slowly streamlining my warm 

weather staples to accommodate both a polished 

appearance and the relaxed vibes of my seaside 

location. Curating a sophisticated yet beach-ready 

wardrobe is not easy (I’m reluctantly kissing my 

beloved cutoffs goodbye) however I’m getting 

creative with multi-purpose accessories that 

translate effortlessly to ocean-side essentials any 

day of the week. 

SUMMER’S IT BAG 

Alexander Wang’s final collection 

for Balenciaga was by far his best. 

Inspired by his California roots, the 

ivory-colored collection featured 

relaxed styling and one particularly 

beautiful woven beach bag. The 

quirkiness of the fringe detail 

makes this the perfect lighthearted 

statement piece that has enough 

room for all of your necessities. 

GIRL’S GOTTA HAVE A HAT 

Eugenia Kim’s hats are a social media 

phenomenon. Bloggers featured her “Do 

Not Disturb” Sunny hat heavily this year, but 

I’m coveting the less floppy “Daydreamer” 

version. The natural colour and black suede 

embroidery is chic for weekend brunch, and 

the boater hat design provides practical sun 

coverage. (Eugenia Kim Brigitte Hat, $375) 

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JEWELLERY 

From Chloé’s gold-tone anklets 

to Zaleska’s new raw diamond 

stacking rings ($195, zaleska.ca), the 

overarching theme of summer 2016 

is NO TAN LINES. Leave the larger 

statement pieces at home and keep 

your accessories game uncomplicated 

by layering minimalist pieces. 

SEASONAL SCARF 

A lightweight scarf is a girl’s best 

friend during the summer months. It 

can be worn casually over a jacket on 

cooler days, transform into a sarong 

at the beach, or cover your partner’s 

burned shoulders (that’s what mine 

does). Eileen Fisher’s Shibori Tassel 

Scarf ($130, saks.ca) will do all three. 

SUMMER SANDALS 

These elevated alternatives to the 

flip-flop can be styled a million ways 

because of their neutral details. Zara’s 

white studded sandals are the perfect 

leather slip-on and retail for under 

$50. If you need a boost, the feminine 

and sophisticated T-bar heels from 

Zimmerman ($385, bonadrag.com) 

feature beautiful braided detailing 

and a modest block heel. 

READ A GOOD BOOK 

My obsession with DVF has 

officially hit an all-time high after 

reading “The Woman I Wanted 

To Be”, by Diane von Furstenburg. 

It is a glimpse into the creative 

mind and opulent world of an 

iconic designer who became a 

princess in her early 20’s, defined 

the 1970’s New York party scene, 

and produced one of the world’s 

most iconic dresses. It’s the perfect 

beach read. ($32, Amazon.ca) 


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BEAUTY [re] MARKS 

by TRACEY DRAKE 

[editor’s edition] 

URBAN DEFENDERS 

CELLULAR 

SWISS CRYSTAL 

TRANSFORMING 

CREAM 

Simply the best oil-free, 

complex correcting 

moisturizer. that 

combines skincare, sheer 

colour and sun protection 

in one amazing product! 

Especially for urban 

skin, it fights signs of 

fatigue and defends skin 

against aging and stress. 

Summer - we love it but it can be 

so hard on our skin. As we scoot 

around the city on a hot summer day, 

things like pollutants, UV rays and even 

the wind wreak havoc on our skin. Over 

the last few years, I have come to trust my 

aging skin to one brand - La Prairie. The 

products this company creates and their 

constant innovation in skincare is truly 

impressive. In this special summer Urban 

Defenders Editor’s Edition of Beauty [re] 

Marks, I would love to share with you my 

favourite products for this season. 

In a quest for ageless beauty, La Prairie 

goes beyond ordinary skincare to 

intercept aging at its source, with 

exceptional cellular creams, serums, and 

treatments that perform with unparalleled 

refinement. Yes, it is more expensive, but 

I have found that the products can be 

used sparingly so they really do last, and 

most importantly, the results are visible - 

so it’s worth every penny! 

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CELLULAR SWISS 

ICE CRYSTAL SERUM 

Who doesn’t want something that 

actually defies the act of facial 

aging? With its scientific ability 

to replenish and rejuvenate skin 

at the cellular level, it erases 

signs of aging. This serum is light 

and goes on without build-up or 

oiliness. 

SKIN CAVIAR LUXE 

SLEEP MASK 

The perfect overnight treat for your face 

after a long summer day in the city. This 

overnight mask treatment purifies skin, and 

achieves visible firming results. Wake up 

with time your side. 

CELLULAR LUXE 

LIP COLOUR 

A rich, long lasting lipstick 

that is formulated to restore 

and nourish lips with caviar 

extracts. My summer pop of 

lip colour is Azalea. 

TRACEY’S 

Summer Skin Saving Tips 

DON’T FORGET YOUR LIPS | NOURISH 

Lips should be an important part of your all-over healthy, 

antiaging, restorative skincare regime. 

KNOW YOUR SKIN TYPE | DEFEND 

When you get to know your skin - oily, dry, normal or combination 

- you can learn how to choose products that best defend it. 

CELLULAR SWISS 

PROTECTION VEIL 

A genuis product that is so sheer, I wear it over 

my summer moisturizer for extra hydration and 

protection. With SPF 50, this is the most elegant 

sun protector you will ever introduce to your face. 

GO EASY ON THE SUN | PROTECT 

Never leave the house without quality sun protection on your face 

and body. That includes lips, ears and eyelids! 

ALWAYS MOISTURIZE | REPLENISH 

Moisturizer does so much more than hydrate skin - it repairs, 

strengthens and gets you ready to face the world once again. 


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AROUND 

THE WORLD 

STYLE 

XYOU 

COULD 

BE 

HERE! 

HUNGARY 

Contributor: 

DOROTTYA KOVÁCS 

@chloeknows 

Street Vibe: Mix up the 

classic floral summer dress 

with unique prints and fun 

silhouettes. . 

INDONESIA 

Contributor: 

OLIVIA LAZUARDY 

@olivialazuardy 

Street Vibe: Summer 

isn’t just about colour - 

monochromatic palettes 

done right with light 

layers also work. 

SWEDEN 

Contributor: 

EBBA ZINGMARK 

@ebbazingmark 

Street Vibe: City style 

is about comfort and 

dressing up essentials. 

Try mixing sneakers with 

your fave summer skirt. 

EXPRESS 

YOUR STYLE 

& REP YOUR 

COUNTRY! 

NICHE magazine wants to 

feature your street style 

photos - right here in this 

popular editorial feature! 

Dress: DORI 

TOMCSANYI 

Bag: FURLA 

Shoes: CIPÕFALVA 

Watch: NICOLE VIENNA 

Photographer: 

DOROTTYA KOVÁCS 

Top: ZUE LABEL 

Skirt: CAMEO 

Bag: YSL 

Photographer: 

IRENE CHOO 

Jacket: VINTAGE 

Top: GINA TRICOT 

Skirt: LACOSTE 

Shoes: ADIDAS 

Cap: LACOSTE 

Photographer: 

CHRISTIAN, 

STYLEOGRAPH 

YOU could be featured in 

AROUND 

THE WORLD 

Email us for details: 

submissions@NICHEmagazine.ca 

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Do you photograph great street style fashion? Show us! submissions@NICHEmagazine.ca 

ENGLAND 

Contributor: 

DENISIA A. 

@polishingcolors 

Street Vibe: Contrast city style with 

subtle palettes and light fabrics this 

season. 

Jumpsuit: SHOWPO 

Shoes: WHISTLES 

Jewellery: RACHEL 

JACKSON 

Hat: VINTAGE 

Photographer: 

VALENTIN PUPAZESCU 


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Natural Beauty in Bali 

Producer/Style Editor 

TRACEY DRAKE 

Photographer 

STEVE DRAKE 

Model 

SYLVIA TENNANT 

Fashion & Accessories 

NETTLE’S TALE SWIMWEAR nettlestale.com 

ALWAYS FOR ME alwaysforme.com 

JIMMY CHOO mayfairoptometric.com 

RAY-BAN mayfairoptometric.com 

ZALESKA JEWELLERY zaleska.ca 

Shot on location at 

VICEROY BALI IN UBUD, 

BALI, INDONESIA 

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Summer Curves 

NICHE magazine took Canadian 

jewellery designer and plus size 

model, Sylvia Tennant, on an 

adventure to Ubud, Bali and spent a 

day in the sun, wearing nothing but 

amazing curvy swimwear, locally 

inspired accessories and a Balinese 

glow that comes from spending 

time in this very magical place. 

Our special thanks to the luxurious 

Viceroy Bali Resort - a true oasis 

that celebrates Balinese style and 

culture and yet leaves you wanting 

for nothing but another day. More 

details online at ViceroyBali.com 

THE LOOK 

Swimsuit - The Carli 2-piece 

chevron in black, white and 

merlot, Nettle’s Tale 

Sunglasses - Jimmy Choo, 

Mayfair Optometric Clinic 

Necklaces, earrings and 

bracelets – Zaleska 


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THE LOOK 

Swim top - The Kimberly, 

triangle printed, Nettle’s Tale 

Swim bottom - The Magic 

Bottoms, bright blue, Nettle’s 

Tale 

Coverup - Always for Me 

Bracelet and choker – Zaleska 

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THE LOOK 

Swimsuit - The Dierdre 

1-piece, black and white. 

Nettle’s Tale 

Sunglasses - Ray-Ban, 


Necklace and choker – 

Zaleska 

Floral belt - Model’s own 


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THE LOOK 

Swimsuit - The Misty 

1-piece, Nettle’s Tale 

Headband/Scarf - Zaleska 

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THE LOOK 

Swimsuit - The Carli 

2-piece chevron (also on 

page 71), Nettle’s Tale 

Coverup - Always for Me 

Sunglasses - Ray-Ban, 


Necklaces, earrings and 

bracelets – Zaleska 

Straw hat - Ralph Lauren 

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#WHATSINMYBAG 

We are all over the moon that summer 

is here. However, these are the days 

that make us feel like we are going to 

melt in the rays of the sun. Every city girl wants 

to look polished no matter what the weather 

conditions. Here are my summer makeup tips 

(and product recommendations) to remain 

looking flawless even when the humidex can 

make us feel anything but cool. 

1. 

2. 

CHOOSE YOUR DAILY 

SUNSCREEN WISELY 

Opt for a sunscreen that is light-weight, 

oil-free, fragrance free, non-greasy 

and great under makeup. My absolute 

favourite is Kiehl’s Super Fluid UV 

Defense SPF 50+. With sunscreen that 

is 50+ and water-resistant, your skin is 

protected in any situation, even when you 

have decided to meet your girlfriends on a 

sun-filled patio for happy hour cocktails. 

PREP AND PRIME 

YOUR SKIN 

Benefit Cosmetics recently launched a 

new pre-makeup matte gel to keep your 

chosen cosmetic applications in place all 

day: The POREfessional: Matte Rescue 

Invisible Finish Mattifying Gel is to 

be applied under your POREfessional 

Primer (sold separately). What it does 

is reduces shine and absorbs excess 

surface oil to leave your skin with a 

gorgeous matte surface. It is extremely 

light-weight and water-based, so you 

won’t feel like your skin is overloaded 

once your makeup has been applied. 

BRITTANY GRAY is a beauty expert, entrepreneur and nationally recognized actress 

and television personality. She is the founder of Fancy Face Inc., one of Canada’s top luxury 

mobile beauty companies, specializing in hair and makeup services for weddings, special events, 

entertainment industry functions, and celebrity glamour. Online at fancyface.ca 

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1. 

KIEHL’S 

SUPER 

FLUID UV 

DEFENSE 

SUNSCREEN 

2. 

BENEFIT 

THE PORE 

FESSIONAL 

MATTE 

RESCUE 

5. 

COVERGIRL 

KATY KAT 

MATTE 

LIPSTICK 

3. 

M.A.C 

FACE & 

BODY 

FOUNDATION 

4. 

YSL 

EVERLONG 

WATERPROOF 

MASCARA 

Brittany Gray 

3. 

4. 

5. 

OPT FOR A SHEER [NOT 

HEAVY] FOUNDATION 

Summer isn’t the time to cake on that 

face makeup. It’s time to let your skin 

breathe and for that sun-kissed natural 

glow to be the focus. MAC Cosmetics 

has the perfect formulation for the warm 

summer months - MAC Face & Body 

Foundation. It’s a comfortable, lightweight 

fluid foundation with a unique blend of 

emollients that delivers low-to-medium 

buildable coverage and a natural satin 

finish. The moisturizing, long-wearing 

formula provides stay-true colour. 

GO WATERPROOF 

ON THE EYES 

When we start to sweat, our eye makeup 

begins to break down and droop around 

the eyes if the formulations aren’t 

made to withstand the heat. Choose 

a waterproof eyeliner and mascara to 

add to your daily makeup bag during 

the hot summer months. My mascara 

recommendation is Yves Saint Laurent 

Everlong Mascara Waterproof, and 

my eyeliner suggestion is Makeup 

Forever Aqua Eyes Pencils (specially 

formulated for synchronized swimmers). 

SWITCH UP YOUR 

LIP ROUTINE 

Pick a lipstick that is hydrating yet has a 

matte, long-wearing finish to minimize 

your need to touch up on the reg. Also, 

this season is also the time to be daring 

with your colour choices! I am loving 

the new Katy Perry X Covergirl launch 

of the Katy Kat Matte Lipsticks! These 

lipsticks come in 11 gorgeous shades 

from every day to daring and have a 

hydrating demi-matte finish. A cheap and 

cheerful option with adorable packaging 

and all named after something felineinspired 

to honour her love for cats! 


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G 


THE BOMBER JACKET IS HERE TO STAY 

O 

FIX 

by Jennifer Costanzo | fashion columnist 

The bomber jacket is the latest buzz worthy garment 

guaranteed to take you through summer in style, 

and after that into fall and winter with some stylish 

layering. The bomber has been seen on runways, 

for girls and for boys, across the fashion capitals, 

from Saint Laurent, Dries van Noten and Gucci. 

A nod to utilitarian minimalism, this style has 

quite the history. The bomber jacket is an icon 

of enduring style. It had its beginning as a men’s 

military jacket, keeping the backs of war time fighter 

pilots warm. The style was seen on the skinheads 

during the 1980’s, tucked into acid wash jeans and 

paired with Doc Martens. Following the renewal of 

the trend in the 1980’s, the bomber was seen again 

with the revival of 1990’s street and hip hop wear. 

The bomber can be seen not only on the runways 

of SS 2016 but also in the upcoming season for FW 

2016 collections. A major staple for street style stars, 

the satin bomber is becoming the trend of choice, 

sometimes in a simple colour or embellished with 

embroidery or mesh. Seen on all the ‘It Girls’ from 

Kendall Jenner and Gigi Hadid, the bomber is a 

versatile topper to any outfit and can be worn with 

anything. If you are looking for a ‘model-off-duty 

look’, throw a bomber over a t-shirt and leggings and 

finish off with sneakers or throw it over a skirt or 

trousers for a more pulled together look. To look on 

trend at a festival this summer, pair the bomber with 

a crop top and shorts or over a midi dress. No matter 

how you wear it, the bomber jacket will instantly 

freshen up an outfit. The bomber jacket is the jacket 

of the season and shows no sign of slowing down. 

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ALEXANDER WANG 

GUCCI 

ON OUR RADAR\ THE BOMBER JACKET 

UCCI 

SAINT LAURENT 

ELIE SAAB 


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TRAVELLING 

EDITOR 

WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOU SAW 

SOMETHING FOR THE FIRST TIME? 

BY: TRACEY DRAKE | THE TRAVELLING EDITOR 

TORONTO’S WEST QUEEN WEST 

I 

have always been attracted to Toronto. I lived there for a few 

years in the early 1980’s, and my daughter lives there now. I 

thought I knew this city pretty well but on my most recent visit 

to the big T.O, I met up with cultural concierge Betty Ann Jordan 

(artsinline.com) who took me on a walking tour of a fascinating upand-coming 

neighbourhood - West Queen West. Touted as the “New 

West End”, this little enclave is rife with exceptional art, unique graphic 

and home design shops, and some pretty incredible food. However, 

what really stuck with me (even all these months later) was the street 

art that seemed to be everywhere; the vintage buildings making bold 

statements, the colourful graffiti art and the eclectic signs – bright 

modern neon living harmoniously alongside homemade kitschy store 

signs. It is a neighbourhood that is growing up but working equally hard 

to hold onto its inner child. I respect that in a community. 

This was my first time deep into the West Queen West community. Our 

walking tour started at the famous Drake Hotel (love the name, by the 

way). Rumour has it that when The Drake Hotel opened in 2004, it 

began the neighbourhood transformation – bringing life and creativity 

to a drab and lifeless part of Toronto. For a property with just nineteen 

rooms, its artistic aesthetic packs a mean punch. The artwork, the 

history, and the ambiance all meld together perfectly. I loved The Sun 

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Falls on Toronto interior arwork in the south lounge by Jason McLean 

and the exterior Think Up Idea wall mural on the roof terrace. 

Walking down Queen West with Betty Ann was invigorating and 

exciting; she was brimming with local information and passion for this 

neighbourhood. She introduced me to store owners and entrepreneurs, 

artists and residents who all shared her passion. I spent time in some 

cool little shops; a few of my favourites included The Paper Place and 

Cocktail Emporium, which had an amazing retro neon sign. 

My stand-out favourite art piece was the giant wall mural, You’ve 

Changed, created by artist Jesse Harris in 2012. Strong words that refer 

to the changing face of the West Queen West neighbourhood. 

Near the end of our walking tour, we came upon a colourful Japanese 

wall mural that must have spanned fifty feet across the side of the Sanko 

Trading Company building at Queen Street West and Claremont. Created 

in 2014 by creative director Ken Galloway and five Japanese artists – 

Timothy Fukakusa, Mitsuo Kimura, Takashi Iwasaki, Darcy Obokata, and 

Shogo Okada – the intention was to explore, celebrate and share various 

elements of Japanese culture. It is stunning! 

Next time you are in Toronto, take a walk! Head down to West Queen 

West, giving yourself lots of time to wander into all the locally run 

shops, savour the unique flavours and gaze upon the many forms of art 

that line the streets. 

For more information on this neighbourhood, visit WestQueenWest.ca 

or Tourism Toronto at SeeTorontoNow.ca. 

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EDITION 

Looking stylish in the urban jungle can be a struggle in the summer. 

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NINE 

CELEBRATION OF LOVE 

It was clear from the moment the models took to 

the runway that the Givenchy SS 2016 collection 

was special. Makeup artist Pat McGrath paid homage 

to Riccardo Tisci’s 10th year as creative director 

by celebrating his love for face accessories, 

adorning models in love masks made of lace, gems 

and intricate beading. 

GIVENCHY SS 2016

ANMUT MY COLOUR 

Designed for your life. 

Collection 

ANMUT MY COLOUR 

A mix and match collection 

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NICHE style Summer 2016

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