NICHE style Fall 2016

FASHION FORWARD 

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20FALL 2016 COLLECTIONS THAT LEFT US SPEECHLESS 

FASHION | BEAUTY | TRAVEL | LIFESTYLE 

FASHION 

ISSUE 

STYLE GUIDE 

FAB FALL FINDS 

FASHION INSIDER 

MCQUEEN ETRO CHANEL PRADA MARNI 

GUCCI BALMAIN DELPOZO HILFIGER 

...PLUS 51 more fashion designers 

MODEL CITIZENS 

KENDALL | OLIVIA | MIRANDA | CHIARA 

FALL 2016 

Online at NICHE.style

NICHE magazine 

fall 2016 

CONTENTS 

8 EDITOR’S MESSAGE | Season of Fashion 

10 STREET STYLE | Fashion Week Street Wear 

12 NICHE STYLE GUIDE | Fall Finds 

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17 MODEL CITIZENS | Autumn Awesome 

28 FASHION FORWARD | Best of FW 2016 

42 FASHION FIX | In The Navy 

44 BEAUTY [RE] MARKS | Eminence 

46 ERIC HIMEL’S STYLISH LIFE | Express Yourself 

48 HELL ON HEELS | Tory Burch 

50 FASHION LEGEND | The Olsens 

56 EDITOR’S PICKS | Travel Takes 

58 TRAVEL WITH NICHE | Karma in Bali 

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64 SHOOT! | In Retrospect 

78 HUNGRY FOR HAPPINESS | Strong 

80 WHAT’S IN MY BAG? | Fall Must-Haves 

82 ICON | Lauren Bacall 

86 FASHION NEWS | Toronto Fashion Week 

88 MONEY MUSE | Joy+Freedom 

90 GET THE LOOK | Back 2 School 

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92 CLOUD NINE | Chanel FW2016 

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FALL FASHION ISSUE 2016

FEATURES 

17 MODEL CITIZENS | FALL STREET STYLE 

Stiletto deep in the season of fashion, we focus on four of 

our favorites - Kendall Jenner, Olivia Palermo, Miranda Kerr 

and Chiara Ferragni - and their chic take on fall street style. 

28 FASHION FORWARD | BEST OF FW 2016 

The top 20 fashion designers that wowed us on the runway. 

From the drama of McQueen and Moschino, to the elegance of 

Balmain and Gucci, do not miss this inspiring feature. 

50 FASHION LEGEND | THE OLSEN TWINS 

Sisters, actors, and CFDA award winning fashion designers, 

Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen do it all on their own terms with 

two successful labels and they are not done yet. 

64 SHOOT! | IN RETROSPECT 

In celebration of our annual fashion issue, we are taking you 

down memory lane; a look back at nine of our most memorable 

fashion shoots from the last five years. 

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every single day, more than 

EIGHT MILLION PEOPLE 

get on an airplane & travel 

Those who love to travel crave information on 

new countries to visit, exciting sights to see and 

once-in-a-lifetime adventures to experience. 

DRIFT covers all the travel bases for our 

readers; from hotels, airlines and cruises to city 

guides, culinary destinations, secret beaches 

and must-have accessories. 

EDITOR IN CHIEF | CREATIVE DIRECTOR 

TRACEY DRAKE 

STYLE EDITOR 

JOSIE SALDAT 

FALL 2016 CREATIVE & 

PRODUCTION CONTRIBUTORS 

Samantha Angelo, Meagan Brandon, Jennifer Costanzo, 

Julia Chung, Jane Cross, Claudia Da Ponte, Steve Drake, 

Emily Foley, Diana Gavrilina, Kristi Gogsadze, Brittany 

Gray, Emily Gray, Eric Himel, Elana Ismail, Jonzu Jones, 

Hemingway Ladoceur, Samantha Skelly, Greg Szabo, 

Sylvia Tennant, Sara Rose, Leia Vik. 

Published six times a year, DRIFT is an exciting magazine 

that is a pleasure to read and an inspirational resource for travel 

lovers. Working with many of the best travel experts in the 

industry, each issue of DRIFT offers up articles on exotic 

destinations, city secrets, adventure meccas, resort 

reports, global hot-spots, grab-n-go technology and travel 

gear. Using our publication mantra “travel often, live well” 

as a launching point, DRIFT is filled with exclusive editorial 

FALL 2016 PHOTOGRAPHY 

CONTRIBUTORS 

Victoria Adamson, Adobe Stock, Keziban Barry, 

Paul Behm, Max Brandon, Jonathan Bell, Tory Burch, 

Irene Choo, Elizabeth & James, Elizabeth Dean, Steve 

Drake, Eminence Organic Skin Care, Sebastian Erras, 

FashionStock.com, Fashion Wire Press, Getty Images, 

Christin Gilbert, Go Runway, Kelsey Goodwin, Ovidiu 

Hrubaru, Dale Jordan, Karma Group, Dorottya 

Kovács, Kenneth Kwok, Jamie Mann, Nazrat M, Anton 

Oparin, Valentin Pupazescu, Raden, Lev Radin, Nata 

Sha, Shutterstock, Debbie Steeper, Styleograph, Sylvia 

Tennant, The Row, WWD, Ebba Zingmark. 

FROM THE COVER 

GIGI HADID WALKS THE 

BALMAIN RUNWAY AT THE PARIS 

FASHION WEEK WOMENSWEAR 

FALL/WINTER 2016/2017 ON 

MARCH 3, 2016 IN PARIS, 

FRANCE. 

PHOTOGRAPHED BY ANTON OPARIN 

on where to go, how to get there and what to do once you arrive; 

stories punctuated with meaningful, useful, expertly written travel 

guides and awe-inspiring travel photography. 

read DRIFT Travel online 

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OH! I love fashion season and all 

that it represents. It is not simply 

a time when designers shift 

gears and parade their new collections 

down runways of the world. I also love 

this time of year because it kicks off the 

official season of “coccooning” - that time 

where it is a-okay to wrap and layer with 

relative ease and definitive style. 

This is our annual Fashion Issue, and 

reaching 6.5 million readers worldwide 

means curating a magazine that speaks to 

all fashion style and sensibiities. I think 

the NICHE team nailed it! 

In this issue, I am excited to share with 

you our nostalgic look back at the most 

favorite photographs we have published 

to date [In RETROspect, page 64]. To keep 

things interesting, we chose The Olsen 

Twins as our designer feature [Fashion 

Legend, page 50]. As we continue with 

our iconic year of female screen stars, 

NICHE brings you the story of Lauren 

Bacall [Icon, page 82], and Style Editor 

Josie Saldat is showcasing the best in 

global fashion week street style [NICHE 

Street Style, page 10]. 

Gigi Hadid slayed it in 2016; earning her 

the coveted spot as our Fashion Issue cover 

model. And speaking of supermodels - 

take a closer look at how they are ruling 

the fashion world [Model Citizens, page 

17]. Finally, fashion columnist Jennifer 

Costanzo is taking a close look at the 

enduring trend of navy in all its fashion 

forms [Fashion Fix, page 42]. 

Go ahead - fall back into fashion! Let 

the magic in these pages of our annual 

Fashion Issue inspire your own style 

revolution. 

Discover Yours - 

Tracey Drake, EDITOR-IN-CHIEF 

publisher@NICHEmagazine.ca 

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FASHION WEEK EDITION 

STYLE 

LONDON 

FASHION WEEK 

Contributor: 

DIANA GAVRILINA 

sweatshirtsanddresses 

Jacket: CHANEL 

Pants: TOPSHOP 

Boots: POLLINI 

Scarf: CHARLOTTE 

SIMONE 

Bag: ANYA 

HINDMARCH 

MILAN 

FASHION WEEK 

Contributor: 

MEAGAN BRANDON 

meagansmoda 

Coat: INTROPIA 

Top: ANN TAYLOR 

Pants: KEEPSAKE 

Shoes: STUART 

WEITZMAN 

Bag: CHANEL 

Sunglasses: CHANEL 

NEW YORK 

FASHION WEEK 

Contributor: 

SAMANTHA ANGELO 

Samantha_angelo 

Coat: LIE SANGBONG 

Top: A MOI 

Pants: MARNI 

Shoes: STELLA 

MCCARTNEY 

Jewelry: KAVADOR 

Photographer: 

VICTORIA ADAMSON 

Photographer: 

MAX BRANDON 

Photographer: 

KEZIBAN BARRY, WWD 

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PARIS 

FASHION WEEK 

Contributor: 

KRISTI GOGSADZE 

lageorgienne 

Coat: LALO CARDIGANS 

Pants: TOPSHOP 

Shoes: SAM EDELMAN 

Hat: ZARA 

Photographer: 

SEBASTIAN ERRAS 

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8 

FALL 

FINDS 

for the multi-layered girl 

We certainly do fall back... but is that a good thing? This is the season 

we all wait for, giving us the go-ahead to pile on the layers! For fall 

2016, designers are dialed into how a modern fashionista wants to 

be comfortable, warm, ready for any weather but ultimately looks 

seasonally chic. These eight layering staples will never let you down. 

CHLOÉ 

LEATHER TOTE 

The Keri tote is urban cool but totally functional for 

the girl on the go. It has a go-with-everything appeal 

that is so necessary this time of year. 

$1550 chloe.com 

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BURBERRY 

CHECKS & HEARTS SCARF 

An iconically classic cashmere scarf with a fun girlie 

twist - red hearts! A generous 66” long, and made at 

a 200-year old Scottish mill, this is the fall layering 

accessory you will keep and wear for a lifetime. 

$650 burberry.com 

FALL FASHION ISSUE 2016 

WENDELBORN 

FUNNEL NECK 

SWEATER 

Confident and casual describes 

this decadent cashmere sweater 

that layers effortlessly and never 

looks like it’s trying too hard. 

$525 wendelborn.com

DELPOZO 

KIMONO COAT 

With a coy plunging neckline, full 

length sleeves and the most fabulous 

self tie waist belt, this is the perfect 

a-line coat silhouette, in antique white. 

$3900 delpozo.com 

ZARA 

KNIT HAT 

The perfect cap to keep your ears warm, 

hair in place and give you that much needed 

golden ray of sunshine on a dull day. 

$15.90 zara.com 

NICHE 

style guide 

RALPH LAUREN 

TOUCH SCREEN GLOVES 

With touch screen compatible 

fingertips, you’ll never miss another 

call! A stylish wool & cashmere 

blend with RLL logo on belted cuff. 

$45 ralphlauren.com 

SAM EDELMAN 

FRINGE BOOT 

Western-inspired but 

downtown desired, 

Marion is the perfect 

suede fringed bootie that 

goes from jeans to little 

black dress. 

$170 samedelman.com 

H&M 

FLORAL DRESS 

With its calf length, striking 

black floral pattern and stand 

up collar, this low-cost fall 

layering dress is an absolute 

winner! 

$19.99 hm.com 


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MODEL 

CITIZENS 

KENDALL | OLIVIA | MIRANDA | CHIARA 

Stiletto deep in the season of fashion, 

models, just like the rest of us, swap 

out their summer wardrobe for fall 

essentials. In this special Fashion Issue, 

we focus on four of our favorite model 

citizens - Kendall Jenner, Olivia Palermo, 

Miranda Kerr and Chiara Ferragni - 

and their chic take on fall street style. 


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KENDALL 

JENNER 

This 20 year old American “It Girl” has shifted 

her career into overdrive with magazine covers, 

editorials, campaigns as well as her own designer 

label with sister, Kylie Jenner. This tall dark haired 

natural stunner is not only seen in the pages of 

NICHE, and on one of our past covers (Fashion 

Issue 2015), but seen everywhere in the fashion 

industry including looking stylish on-the-go. 

Cameras always seem to capture Kendall looking 

effortlessly put together in a structured coat, 

black or neutral attire, great booties and unique 

glasses paired with the hottest accessories. 

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OLIVIA 

PALERMO 

As a socialite, Palermo first came into the 

spotlight during the television series, The City. 

Since then she has grown her personal brand 

to new heights. Launching her modeling career 

in 2009, Palermo signed to Wilhelmina Models 

and has appeared on numerous magazine covers 

and in international campaigns. Palermo has a 

personally branded website which consist of 

travel, lifestyle and fashion blogs. It is probably 

of no surprise that we feature Palermo as a model 

citizen... in 2012 she was named “Best Dressed 

New Yorker” by the New York Post. 

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MIRANDA 

KERR 

Australian born model, entrepreneur and 

mother, Miranda Kerr makes a stylish life seem 

easy breezy in her daily attire. From being 

the first Australian Victoria’s Secret model to 

launching her own brand of organic skincare 

products, KORA Organics, Kerr might seem as 

one of those women you may ask how she does it 

all. Kerr is always stepping out in style no matter 

the occasion. A sleek pair of boots and a stylish 

overcoat are some of the ways she instantly 

enhances her outfit. 

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CHIARA 

FERRAGNI 

One of the most popular fashion bloggers in the 

world, Chiara Ferragni is never seen without 

being dressed head-to-toe with personality. 

Launching her blog, TheBlondeSalad.com in 

2009, when fashion blogging was not as it is 

today, Ferragni has turned her blog into an 

empire, collaborating with major fashion houses, 

appearing on popular magazine covers and has 

since launched her shoe line made in Italy. If that 

does not say enough, she has also been named by 

Business of Fashion as one of the most influential 

personalities of the international fashion world. 

Ferragni can be seen in the front row at fashion 

shows and captured by every photographer on 

the streets of New York and international fashion 

weeks. Her key to dressing – have fun! Whether 

it’s patched denim, or a playful bag, Ferragni 

makes people look with her unique fall style. 

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OUR TOP 20 

DESIGNERS THAT 

WOWED US 

ON THE RUNWAY 

FW 2016

FASHION 

FORWARD


PUCCI 

GO B IG 

OR GO HOME 

DKNY’s fall collection showcases puffer jackets that 

juxtapose oversized silhouettes in sleek fabrics. For 

city girls looking for warmth, DKNY designs for the 

streetwise with attitude. Slimming down the volume 

and turning up the vibrancy, Pucci Creative Director, 

Massimo Giorgetti embodies the entrepreneurial 

and innovative spirit with his fall collection. Pucci’s 

take on the coat features quilting in cobalt blue with 

a cinched waist belt and arm and neck cuffs. Iconic 

quilting and black and white contrasting colors, Karl 

Lagerfeld created a chic puffer coat with a flattering 

linear silhouette and sporty aesthetic. Tapping into 

her athletic side, Stella McCartney created a copper 

tone puffer jacket that she paired with flats to show 

the versatility. 

DKNY 

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CHANEL 

STELLA MCCARTNEY 


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ROCHAS 

I WOKE UP 

LIKE THIS 

Is there anything better than a trend that you 

can literally sleep in? Designers are interpreting 

sleepwear into ready-to-wear fall essentials. Whether 

it is a sleep shirt turned day dress by Rochas, or a 

two piece casual lightweight suit from Etro, there 

is nothing snooze-worthy happening here. Narciso 

Rodriguez played with fall Earth tones and copper 

in the form of a slip-style dress and casual overcoat. 

Another great example of the casual overcoat that 

resembles a housecoat is Australian fashion house, 

Zimmermann. 

ZIMMERMANN 

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ETRO 

NARCISO RODRIGUEZ 


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FALL FASHION ISSUE 2016 

BALMAIN 

RUNWAY 

RENAISSANCE 

Bell sleeves, corsets, velvet and motifs the fall 

runways are filled with historic fashion influences. 

Creative Director of Prada, Miuccia Prada layered 

garments and played with medieval styling for 

her symbolic collection. Gold wrapped empire 

waist and pink bubble sleeves, Gucci showed a 

moody print with soft fabrics and lace gloves to 

finish. Pastel palette and corset tops modernized 

renaissance at Balmain. Kenzo paired Juliet 

sleeves with velvet high-waisted trousers, the 

monochromatic outfit also showcasing tone-ontone.

PRADA 

GUCCI 

KENZO 


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ALEXANDER 

MCQUEEN 

EMBELLISHED 

& EMBROIDERED 

As seen on almost every red carpet event, 

sheer gowns and sequins or embroidery are 

everywhere! Alexander McQueen embellished 

gowns with striking animals and delicate florals. 

Dior enhanced simple silhouettes and color 

palettes with strategically placed dazzling floral 

appliques. Pairing sparkling sheer long shirts 

with embroidered gowns, BCBGMAXAZRIA 

showcases subtle shine for the modern gypsy. 

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TEMPERLEY 

LONDON 

DIOR 

BCBG 

MAXAZRIA 


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OUT THERE 

EVENING WEAR 

MOSCHINO 

This season designers put forth their best fall 

evening attire, with unique spins on classic 

silhouettes. Jeremy Scott continues to show his 

audience why he is the perfect fit for fashion house, 

Moschino. No one does fashionable humour quite 

like them. Dolce and Gabbana created a sequin 

evening dress in rose pink accessorizes with a 

bedazzled beret and peter-pan collar. Designers 

like Marchesa and Rodarte are taking their 

known-for design qualities to new heights. 


RODARTE 

DOLCE AND GABBANA 

MARCHESA 


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IN THE NAVY 

FIX 

by Jennifer Costanzo | fashion columnist 

Not only is the color navy on trend 

this fall, it is also joined by the Navy 

inspired trend. For some seasons now we 

have seen army influence everywhere, from 

the catwalk to the street. However, this 

season, designers are turning toward a new 

military branch for inspiration: the Navy. 

One of the major shades for Fall/Winter 2016 

according to Pantone Color Institute’s fashion 

color report is Navy Blue. Navy blue has been 

seen on the runways accompanied by Cobalt 

blue and Airy blue. The color of blue coincides 

with the Navy trend, especially prevalent at 

Tommy Hilfiger’s nautical themed Fall/Winter 

2016 runway show. Tommy Hilfiger showed a 

range of naval officer style coats, worn with 

silk baby doll dresses in navy blue. Another 

runway show exhibiting the Navy trend was 

John Galliano where the same style maritime 

coats could be seen as well. At Balenciaga there 

was a juxtaposition seen between the different 

shades of blues from navy to cobalt as well as 

Altuzarra’s Fall 2016 runway show where the 

designer displayed unique color blocking. 

This shade of navy is not only the perfect 

color for a fall coat but also gives a unique 

twist to cocktail dresses, an alternative to 

that little black dress you have in your closet. 

The coat for Fall/Winter 2016 is the navy 

topper, whether it’s a cropped pea-coat or a 

Navy-inspired calf length coat, the nautical 

trend that was seen in the Pre-Fall collections 

gained even more strength on the Fall 2016 

runways. The nautical trend was most 

seen on fresh takes on the classic jacket. 

Fashion designers from New York to London, 

and Milan to Paris looked to the traditional 

peacoat for inspiration not only in the style of 

coat but also in its traditional color, navy blue. 

The peacoat has been a piece of outerwear 

that people have reached for whenever the 

weather begins to change. It is not only a 

menswear staple but also a favorite on the 

womenswear runways. The peacoat, which 

had its beginnings within the military, first as 

a versatile piece of outerwear and later making 

its way to both the runways and streets. 

HISTORY of the peacoat is deeply rooted within 

the military and the Navy. The Dutch Navy 

first wore the peacoat during the nineteenth 

century. While the Dutch are credited for 

inventing the peacoat, it was the British Navy 

who can take the credit for its popularization. 

After the British began sporting the peacoat, 

it crossed the pond and showed up on 

the men of the American Navy. The reason 

the peacoat worked so well for the military 

and Navy was due to its durability. It could 

withstand rain, wind and cold temperatures, 

which were typically experienced out at sea. 

As well, the coats were form fitting and most 

of them were double breasted with a collar 

that could be buttoned all the way up the neck 

for added protection. Nearly all peacoats 

had either brass or plastic buttons with an 

image of an anchor imprinted on them. 

The first peacoats, originally worn by military 

personnel are still in style as an option for 

the colder months of the year. The fit and 

construction of the jacket have changed and 

modernized making it an easy and fashionable 

go to option for layering in the cooler weather 

headed our way this fall and winter. If you 

already have that perfect peacoat but want to 

be on trend with the “It Color” and trend for 

Fall 2016, pieces to invest in are sailor pants, 

double breasted coats or nautical themed 

jewelry. 

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TOMMY HILFIGER 

BALENCIAGA 

ON OUR RADAR\ NAVY 

HILFIGER 

JOHN GALLIANO 

ALTUZARRA 


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BEAUTY [re] MARKS 

by TRACEY DRAKE 

[editor’s edition] 

ÉMINENCE 

ORGANIC SKIN CARE 

STONE CROP SERUM 

Look years younger after just one 

application of this intense hydrator 

that relieves the appearances of 

aging, while firming and hydrating 

skin tone and protecting skin against 

free radicals. I highly recommend this 

for winter dry skin. 

Skin has a tough life. It bears the 

brunt of everything we throw at 

it - makeup, pollution, sun damage and 

stress. It just makes sense to turn to pure, 

organic products to replenish and repair 

the delicate skin on our face and body. 

Beginning in 1958, Éminence Organic 

Skin Care has been using sustainable 

farming and green practices to create 

natural, organic and Biodynamic 

products. 

I love this company and their handmade 

products! Éminence Organic Skin Care 

has an impressive record of continually 

offering skin care solutions that are not 

only natural and organic, but that actually 

deliver results! 

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FACIAL 

RECOVERY OIL 

Such an amazing oil that 

tones and hydrates, using 

nourishing oils to renew 

aging and even sensitive 

facial skin. It feels 

luxurious and healing 

on the skin; it absolutely 

doesn’t feel heavy or 

greasy, as many oil 

based products do. 

ROSEHIP & LEMONGRASS 

REPAIR BALM 

You need this product for post-traumatic 

summer skin. It is a super balm that uses 

a Natural Repair Complex to treat dry 

skin. I also use this repair balm as a spot 

treatment on elbows and other dry spots. 

STRAWBERRY 

RHUBARB 

HYALURONIC SERUM 

Your skin will really feel 

different, providing a youthful 

glow thanks to the hyaluronic 

acid and vitamin rich fruit. I 

love the skin plumping affect 

that smooths fine lines and 

reduce the appearance of aging. 

ROSEHIP & LEMONGRASS 

SOOTHING HYDRATOR 

A great companion to layer under the repair balm 

(above), I adore how sheer and lightweight this 

moisturizer is, and it smells divine! Stick it in your 

suitcase when you head out on your next tropical 

vacation - it contains camphor and menthol so it 

cools sun heated skin,l and hydrates dry skin. Can 

be used on face and body. 

PEAR AND POPPY SEED 

MICRODERM POLISHER 

Banish that tired, summer skin with this lovely polisher. It 

uses pear and apple pulp, combined with the exfoliating 

properties of poppy seed, to smooth away dullness and 

imperfects, leaving behind a rosy complexion. 


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Eric Himel’s 

STYLISH LIFE 

BY: ERIC HIMEL | CELEBRITY STYLIST 

W 

hat’s the one question I am asked 

the most? ‘What is in this season?’ 

I pause and stare blankly into their 

eyes as they wait on the edge of their 

proverbial seats and think, ‘Who cares?’. 

So, when did style become about 

following the dictates of prescribed lists? 

While magazines love their lists and 

admittedly are a jumping-off place to get 

your seasonal bearings, never before has the 

consumer had the ability and power to express 

themselves in an utterly individual way. 

In January of 2015, Gucci’s seemingly 

where-did-he-come-from creative director 

Alessandro Michele forever changed the way 

we not only looked at clothes and style, but, 

more importantly, looked at ourselves. His 

message was clear, ‘Don’t label me, I am an 

individual.’ There has been a fashion revolution 

since Signore Michele took the helm at 

Gucci and every other designer took notice. 

So whether you are wearing Gucci or 

are just inspired by his insouciant way of 

mixing things, the bigger message is more 

powerful than any magazine’s seasonal 

lists: Express yourself. Now, that’s fashion. 

The collection is Renaissance arrives at Studio 54—I 

like to talk in more than one language. Fashion isn’t 

about going in just one direction; I think it’s very 

contemporary to have many different inspirations. 

- ALESSANDRO MICHELE 

Gucci Creative Director 

ERIC HIMEL 

is a widely known celebrity stylist, fashion expert and media personality. Himel attended Parson’s School 

of Design and trained under Project Runway’s Tim Gunn, then moved to Los Angeles and began his styling career, 

expanding his business across North America. Himel’s roster of celebrity clientele has included Jenny McCarthy, 

Giuliana Rancic, Pete Wentz, and Gabby Douglas. He’s best known for his signature Closet Purge and 

now leverages the online landscape, offering Virtual Styling Sessions - erichimel.com 

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GUCCI FALL 2016 


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HELL 

HEELS 

TORY BURCH 

FALL 2016 COLLECTION 

Tory Burch, known for her laid-back elegance and clean 

American lifestyle brand, always infuses her personal brand 

in every design. Her collection of footwear for Fall 2016 

pairs classic designs with modern embellisment and an 

edgy print. A selection of pumps, booties and mules, each 

has something fabulous in common – patent leather in rich, 

reflective tortoise shell. These are a must for this season! 

Shown clockwise: Brida mule, Huxley 

patent leather bootie, Barton horse 

heel mule, Amble printed crisscross 

pump. 

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“WHEN I THINK ABOUT FASHION, 

I THINK WOMEN WILL NEVER LOSE 

THAT APPETITE FOR FASHION.” 

- TORY BURCH 


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FASHION 

We’ve always worked around the clock. 

We’ve been working since we were 

9 MONTHS OLD. 

- ASHLEY OLSEN

THE 

OLSENS 

by Jennifer Costanzo | fashion columnist 

Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen were born on June 

13, 1986 in Sherman Oaks, California. Before the 

Olsen twins embarked on their fashion endeavors 

they were well known for their acting careers. 

Their acting debut as Michelle Tanner on Full 

House made the Olsen twins famous before they 

were even talking. Throughout their adolescent 

years, the twins continued acting in numerous 

films, eventually taking over and owning their 

own company Dualstar when they turned 

eighteen. Despite their similarities in appearance, 

they are not identical twins. However, their 

similar interest in the fashion industry led them 

to where they are today. 

As the Olsen twins matured, they expressed a 

greater interest in fashion rather than film and 

began conveying this love of fashion through 

their own personal styles. The Olsen twins soon 

became fashion icons, especially Mary-Kate with 

her signature “homeless” look which consisted of 

oversized sunglasses, boots, loose sweaters and 

flowing skirts, mixing high and low end pieces. 


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THE OLSENS 

FASHION TIME LINE 

2006 

2007 2008 2011 2012 2012 2014 

Launched their 

own luxury 

line, The Row 

Launched 

their second 

line, Elizabeth 

and James 

Mary-Kate 

and Ashley 

published 

the book 

“Influence” 

Collaborated 

with TOMS 

on a limitededition 

collection 

Awarded 

CFDA 

Womenswear 

Designer of 

the Year for 

The Row 

Collaborated 

with artist 

Damien Hirst 

to create a 

line of luxury 

backpacks 

Opened The 

Row’s first 

flagship store in 

Los Angeles 

2014 2015 2015 2016 

Awarded 

Accessories 

Designer of the 

Year for their 

work with The 

Row 

Collaborated 

with Oliver 

Peoples on 

an eyewear 

collection 

Awarded 2nd 

time CFDA 

Womenswear 

Designer of 

the Year for 

The Row 

The Row’s 

second flagship 

store opened in 

New York City 

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The Olsen twins love of fashion culminated in the 

launch of their luxury fashion house, The Row 

in 2006. The name of their line came from the 

fashionable Savile Row in London. The idea for 

the brand started as a personal project in 2005 

when Ashley Olsen challenged herself to create a 

perfect t-shirt. As a good businesswoman, Ashley 

tested the top on a variety of women, ranging in all 

body shapes and ages to see how it fit and looked. 

By 2006, they had created their first seven-piece 

collection, which included this t-shirt. Barneys 

New York bought the entire first collection and 

now the brand has expanded to include ready-towear, 

resort, accessories and shoes. 

Me and Ashley feel like we’re 

TOTALLY DIFFERENT. 

- MARY-KATE OLSEN 


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When asked if they 

actually sketch designs, 

Mary-Kate replied: 

“WE DRAPE.” 

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The next year, the Olsen twins continued on their 

fashion takeover with the launch of their second 

line, Elizabeth and James. This line was a more 

contemporary brand inspired by many of the 

twin’s unique vintage finds and pieces found in 

their own personal wardrobes. 

In 2014, Ashley and Mary-Kate opened their 

first flagship store for The Row in Los Angeles. 

Rather then opening their first store in New York 

City, they wanted their line to be available where 

they grew up because they believe their customer 

is in tune with L.A. style. However, during this 

summer they opened their second flagship store 

in New York City where they have one of their 

two offices and they show their line. The Row is 

regularly presented at New York fashion week 

and has also been shown twice at Paris fashion 

week. 

The Row Fall/Winter 2016 collection was staged 

in the Olsens’ New York studio. The atmosphere 

was low key and intimate as the models walked 

through the rooms. The models were dressed 

in neutral hues and fluid silhouettes. There 

was a newfound severity to the tailoring in the 

businesslike pieces. However, beyond the suiting 

the Olsen twins displayed a sense of softness and 

seduction within the details. The lust-worthy 

wide leather belts knotted twice at the back 

added definition to the waistline of their soft 

kimono jackets. These sensual details set the 

twins apart from other designers and help them 

in the difficult fashion market. 

As The Row continues to grow and display 

Ashley and Mary-Kate’s ability to design and 

manufacture a luxury line, they continue to work 

at their second line Elizabeth and James as well. 

Ashley and Mary-Kate continue to shy away from 

the public’s fascination with them, perhaps due to 

their childhood acting days and they do not want 

their lines to be considered a celebrity brand. 

Rather the Olsen twins want to be known for 

creating beautiful pieces that fulfill a wardrobe 

with perfect items that are interchangeable. 


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travel 

EDITOR’S PICKS 

takes 

Travel these days is anything but comfortable. 

Unless you are hopping on a private jet or flying 

first class, you get to your destination feeling 

tired, dirty and disconnected from the world. 

Do yourself a favor and invest in a few travel 

necessities. From cutting-edge luggage that 

charges your phone, to facial spray that dissolves 

grease and a stick that miraculously fixes fashion 

malfunctions, these are my favorite travel takes. 

#1 PICK 

RADEN HIGH-TECH, HIGH-STYLE 

A2 CARRY-ON SUITCASE 

This stylish, cutting edge travel case has built-in 

technology and a bluetooth enabled app, so it weighs 

its own contents, locates itself worldwide and charges 

your cell phone and laptop. Super smooth 

wheels, and ultralight, this is my 

#1 “don’t leave home without 

this” travel pick for fall 2016. 

Trust me - you not only 

need this suitcase because 

of the built-in charging and 

weighing technology but you 

will love it for the great colors 

and sleek styling. Available in 

7 colors. Shown in light blue. 

raden.com $295 

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STYLE STICK BY 

MARSHA MCKENNA 

A unique temporary fabric adhesive 

that doesn’t damage clothing or irritate 

skin. I took this to Hong Kong recently, 

used this on a silk blouse and saved my 

day! Fixes curly collars, gaping blouses 

and fallen hems. Replaces pins, needle 

and thread. 

thestylestick.com, $22 (pack of 2) 

REED CLARKE CASHMERE TRAVEL 

SHAWL/BLANKET/PILLOW 

Elizabeth Banks loves this and so do I! Stylish 44x60 

cozy 100% cashmere, classic stripes and a clever 

envelope makes this 3-in-1 shawl, blanket or travel 

pillow a must! Takes up very little room in your 

carry-on case. 

shopreedclarke.com, $400 

EGYPTIAN MAGIC 

ALL-PURPOSE CREAM 

I kid you not - this is the 

only jar of skin cream you 

need to take anywhere! 

This all-natural, all-purpose 

skin cream can be used as 

a moisturizer, lip balm, eye 

cream, hair conditioner, night 

cream, makeup remover and 

treating scrapes and sunburn. 

My fave application? I use it 

as an overnight heel balm. 

egyptianmagic.com, $39 

CHANEL PEARL 

TORTOISE SHELL SUNGLASSES 

To me, the most versatile and stylish travel accessory is a 

great pair of sunglasses, and Chanel never lets a girl down. 

With 100% UVA & UVB protection, I love these squarish 

tortoise frames with a gradient lens and fantasy pearl and logo 

detailed arms. Great for a style pick-me-up at the end of a 

long flight, and to hide bleary travel eyes. 

chanel.com, $570 

OLE HENRIKSON TRAVEL SIZE 

FACIAL WATER TRIO 

A set of three travel-sized facial waters inspired by the 

Ole Henriksen spa to energize, nurture, and refresh the 

complexion. Soothe, hydrate, degrease and nourish your 

skin while you travel with truth facial water, nurture me 

facial water and grease relief facial water. 

olehenriksen.com, $20 


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Travel with 

NICHE to ... 

KARMA IN BALI 

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1 ISLAND 2 PEOPLE 

&3 INCREDIBLE HOTELS 

by Sylvia Tennant | lifestyle columnist 

Upon our arrival at Karma 

Kandara, it was immediately clear 

that the lush, winding drive from 

Denpasar had relocated us to paradise. 

We began our Balinese journey here, on 

the remote, southernmost tip of the Batik 

Peninsula, where the unspoilt jungle 

abruptly stops 350 metres above the azure 

waters of the Indian Ocean. It is a luxury 

hideaway designed to effortlessly erase the 

stresses of everyday life. At first glance, 

you’ll see the beginnings of a fairytale 

maze of walkways lined with tropical 

vegetation and large, colorful doors, each 

one opening up to a tranquil villa oasis. 


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Through these doors are accommodations 

ranging from one-bedroom villas to 

enourmous cliff-front residences, each 

featuring airy interiors, a plunge pool and 

private gardens. It’s difficult to imagine 

a more luxurious backdrop, and hardly 

surprising that Kandara is sought-after 

by publicity-shy celebrities and travelers 

looking to celebrate special occasions. The 

many offerings of this resort are hidden 

amid the dramatic cliff-side landscape. The 

world-renowned Karma Spa features an 

impressive menu of services, and provided 

much-needed respite for our tired muscles. 

We first indulged with traditional Balinese 

massages with local herb-infused oil, and 

finished with a dip in the spa’s private 

outdoor pool and shower lounge. 

Sublime dining experiences await guests 

at Di Mare Restaurant, which features a 

Mediterranean-inspired, seasonal menu. 

Order the freshly caught Ahi Tuna and 

take photos from the infinity pool below, 

as the view is spectacular. During the 

day, head to the Karma Beach Club, a 

slice of secluded waterfront reserved for 

resort guests. Descending to the club can 

be done by cable tram or steep hike (350 

steps, to be exact). We spent our days here 

but if you don’t experience a candlelit 

beach dinner during your inaugural visit 

to Kandara, you haven’t really arrived. 

Tender charred lobster, infused with native 

spices, is paired with both sweet and 

savoury cocktails and served under the 

stars. Offshore, the faint glow of the spear 

fishermen’s flashlights is a reminder of 

Bali’s unique blend of ancient and modern 

cultural practices. 

After experiencing the exclusive luxury 

of Kandara, we were ready for a taste of 

Bali’s local scene. A short drive took us 

to the white sands of Jimbaran Bay, and 


the second Karma property on our list., 

Karma Jimbaran. Large private villas are 

hidden throughout the beachside jungle 

and the faintest scent of incense followed 

us everywhere as we explored the palmframed 

grounds. No detail is overlooked. 

Koi ponds wrap around plush day beds 

and oversized, glass-fronted sliding doors 

open to a private pool. Dining in-house is 

encouraged, and the mahi mahi is a musttry. 

Should you want to explore beyond the 

gates of Karma Jimbaran, head to the 

beach just before sunset. We slipped into 

the easy rhythm of Balinese life while 

watching families gather to play in the 

sand and surf. Jimbaran Bay is an ideal 

swimming spot for all ages, as the beach 

is clean and the waves are calm. At dusk, a 

confetti of restaurants extend their tables 

to the shoreline and the entire beach 

flickers with candlelight. This is the place 

to try any and all seafood. Our hunt for 

cocktails led us around the corner to Rock 

Bar, one of the highest rated bars in the 

world. The steep price tag is justified by 

the intermittent fireworks displays that we 

watched, round-eyed, from a cozy booth 

suspended over the ocean. 

The next morning, as we made our way out 

of Jimbaran Bay, we stopped at the local 

fish market (be prepared to have a variety 

of freshly baited eyeballs staring at you as 

you make your selection). 

We left empty-handed and eager to 

head inland, where we would reach our 

final destination and the retreat-style 

accommodations of Karma Mayura. This 

property is nestled within a jungle-fringed 

riverbank on the outskirts of Ubud - Bali’s 

famed artisan village. The rooms feature 

hand-carved beds and large balconies 

with charming views of the Balinese 


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countryside. We ventured into town daily to 

experience the vibrant labyrinth of markets 

and shops filled with great food and exotic 

treasures. 

Mayura’s unique activity list includes a 

cooking class from an internationally 

trained Balinese chef. We woke up with the 

sunrise and headed to the market, where we 

toured the stalls and purchased ingredients 

for our five-course meal. Our chef, Made 

Suwardika, was wonderfully enthusiastic 

and encouraged us to 

pick unfamiliar produce. 

We chopped, laughed, 

and learned about 

traditional Balinese 

cooking methods 

under the palm trees in 

Mayura’s pop-up outdoor 

kitchen. Highlights 

included a satay lilit 

(hand-rolled mahi mahi 

on a stick) and glazed 

pork belly. It was a 

phenomenal experience 

that we’ve attempted to 

recreate at home without 

much luck. 

After a long day, we 

retreated to our room, 

high above the narrow 

river, which faced a 

gorgeous view of cascading foliage. As the 

weather turned, we drew a bath, opened the 

windows, and listened to the tropical storm. 

Small crocodiles swam in the waters below. 

The magic of Bali is tangible here, and 

Mayura is the perfect home base from which 

to experience and explore. 

Karma’s boutique properties share a timeless 

luxury and offer experiences to suit every 

taste. Fortunately, there are so many places 

to discover on this sacred island that leaving 

only ever feels temporary. The biggest 

challenge you’ll face is preserving your 

vacation mindset when you return to the 

real world. 

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INTO THE WOODS 

October 2014 issue 

Photographer 

JAMIE MANN 

Stylist 

SARA ROSE 

Models 

ALICIA | LIZ BELL AGENCY 

ANTON | WILHELMINA 

Stylist Assistant 

DILLON HAYES 

Hair & Makeup 

SADE KEHLER 

Makeup Assistant 

CAMILA FREIJOMIL 

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IN 

RETRO 

SPECT 

In celebration of our fashion issue, NICHE 

takes a fond look back at some of our most 

memorable, and favorite photo shoots from 

the past five years. 


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WORLDLY WINTER 

January 2015 issue 

Photographer 

NUSRAT M - STUDIO 5800 

Stylist 

JONZU JONES 

Model 

JELENA | SILENT NYC 

Hair 

ANIKE RAIBU 

Makeup 

VANESSA PETRA 

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POP OF COLOR 

March 2014 issue 

Photographer 

JAMIE MANN 

Stylist 

SARA ROSE 

Model 

ALECSA - KEY MODEL 

MANAGEMENT / 

Hair Stylist 

CALVYN CASS 


DILLON HAYES 


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THE POWER SUIT 

January 2016 issue 

Photographer 

PAUL BEHM 

Stylist 

HEMINGWAY 

LADOUCEUR 

Model 

OLGA | KEY MODEL 

MANAGEMENT 

Hair & Makeup 

LIEN DILEWIJNS 


ALEX GRACE 

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DARK SIDE OF PRETTY 

January 2016 issue 

Photographer 

KENNETH KWOK 

Stylist 

ELENA ISMAIL 

Model 

MICHELLE | NUMA MODELS 


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SWEET DREAMS 

May 2013 issue 

Photographer 

KELSEY GOODWIN 

Stylist 

LEIA VIK 

Model 

ASHLEY | EDGE MODELS 

Hair 

YASMIN MORRIS 

Makeup 

ALISHA SHEBIB 

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URBAN GLAMPING 


Photographer 

DEBBIE STEEPER 

Stylist 

SARA ROSE 

Hair & Makeup 

SADÉ KEHLER 

Models 

BRITTAN | RICHARDS 

LANIE | PLAY MANAGEMENT 

ELYSSE | LEXINGTON MODELS 

Assistants 

JOSIE SALDAT 

GRACIE ANDOQUE 

RACHEL MACK 

DILLON HAYES 

70’S WINDOW DRESSING 

May 2016 issue 

Photographer 


Stylist 

JOSIE SALDAT 

Model 

KIAH | COULTISH MANAGEMENT 

Hair 

LAVISH SALON 

Makeup 

ALEXANDRA FORMAN 

KATRINA CHAPMAN 


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BRIDE REINVENTED 

March 2013 issue 

Photographer 

JONATHAN BELL 

Stylist 

EMILY GRAY 

Model 

KELLIE | INDIE 

Hair 

ILA MEENS 

Makeup 

SARA ROSE 

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WINTER LAYERS 

January 2014 issue 

Photographer 

CHRISTIN GILBERT 

Stylist 

CLAUDIA DA PONTE 

Model 

AMY | LIZ BELL AGENCY 


VICKI DUONG 

Hair & Makeup 

EMILY CHENG 


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URBAN GLAMPING 


Photographer 


Stylist 

SARA ROSE 

Hair & Makeup 

SADÉ KEHLER 

Models 

BRITTANY | RICHARDS 

LANIE | PLAY MANAGEMENT 

ELYSSE | LEXINGTON MODELS 

Assistants 

JOSIE SALDAT 

GRACIE ANDOQUE 

RACHEL MACK 

DILLON HAYES 

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ACCESSORY 

WALL 

SYLVIA’S TOP FIVE 

by Sylvia Tennant | fashion columnist 

There are certain perks that come with the 

changing of seasons at this time of year- crisp air, 

cozy evenings, and luxurious layers, to name a 

few. When I think of fashion for this season, I see 

fall’s trends infused with romance. Top designers 

are featuring opulent accessories on the runway in 

gemstone hues and rich textures. Stave off summer 

withdrawal and get inspired with my favorite details 

from this seasons RTW 2016 runway collections. 

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 

HAIR JEWELRY 

McQueen runways are always 

exceptional - filled with moments 

that take your breath away. This 

season, the awe included a beautiful 

collection of brooches that were 

worn in the hair - that nearly 

outshone the couture. 

ALTUZARRA BOOTS 

Joseph Altuzarra put on a fall 

runway show that fashionistas 

will not soon forget. In addition 

to fashion that was bold, intense 

and moody, it featured some 

funky accessories including 

these amazing embellished red 

suede boots. 

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LOUIS VUITTON 

FRINGE CLUTCH BAG 

Monogrammed LV’s never get 

old, and yet Nicolas Ghesquière 

found another way to keep it fresh 

on the runway. This tiny beaded 

clutch is a perfect example of his 

genius. 

VALENTINO JEWELRY 

This list would probably not be 

complete if it didn’t include Valentino, 

and this fashion brand’s lineup of 

machine age meets delicate artisan 

jewelry is epic. It was the one element 

that pulled together a runway 

collection that was at once fascinating 

and fragmented. 

SAINT LAURENT 

PRETTY BOW PUMPS 

Every season deserves a little sparkle 

and these lovelies are perfect. YSL 

signature skinny pump with square 

stiletto and classic Paris design 

looked amazing on the runway, 

especially with the black patent and 

crystal bow on the heel. 


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STRONG 

IS THE NEW SKINNY 

BY: SAMANTHA SKELLY | HUNGRY FOR HAPPINESS 

I 

t’s fair to say we are exhausted and burned out with 

the ideas that we need to be stick thin and strive for 

perfection that is far beyond the ability our minds 

and bodies are capable of. Millions of women are 

caught in this battle between the constant quest for 

perfection and what is actually possible for their bodies. 

The unfortunately thing is, in this quest for perfection 

we lose sight and touch with what our bodies actually 

need from us, what they desire and how we need to 

treat them for them to operate effectively and optimally. 

We are run by the fears in our minds, and those fears 

are planted from the excessive subliminal and direct 

messages we are fed on a regular basis. When we are 

thumb scrolling our idea of perfection on Instagram on 

the way to work we are left feeling defeated and depleted. 

The filters, frames and edits that take place behind the 

scenes place us in an unfair constant state of comparison. 

We are walking around completely disconnected head 

and heart, mind and body. We have this image of how we 

should be and we internally are constantly obsessing over it. 

We play the ‘when-then’ game with ourselves on a regular 

basis. ‘When I lose 10 pounds then I willl____’ (insert 

here - get a boyfriend, go on a date, plan a beach holiday). 

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WHEN I LOSE 10 POUNDS, THEN I WILL ___________ 

When we play this game we are constantly distancing 

ourselves from what is possible within us. We discount 

the fact that in the present moment we have everything 

we need to live lives of freedom, ease and liberation. 

When we are waiting to live we are denying 

ourselves the ability to come alive, and when we 

do reach that goal, our inner critic does a great job 

of setting the bar higher so we are always just out 

of arms length from pure, sustainable happiness. 

I LIVED THIS WAY FOR YEARS. 

It was exhausting, obsessive and never-ending. There 

was a time in my life where I deemed it impossible to 

be happy in my body and at my current weight. So I 

became a full time dieter and did everything I could to 

just ‘get skinnier’. The cost of this obsession was high 

- it prevented me from fully living in my essence and 

distanced me from the closet people in my family. I was 

on Instagram like an addict trying to figure out what diet 

I needed to do next to look like a Victoria Secret model. 

are at our core. Women have the ability to run the world, 

thank you Beyoncé, but it’s the truth. We are powerful, 

intuitive beings who are creators. The problems is we 

don’t quite know how powerful and strong we actually 

are, therefore we look outside of ourselves for the 

answers, we are on a constant quest to manipulate our 

external world to change the way we feel internally. 

You want to feel love? 

You want to feel acceptance? 

You want to feel safe? 

You want to feel strong? 

It’s an inside/outside job - when we create lightness 

in our emotional bodies we create lightness in 

our physical bodies. When we create strength 

in our minds, we create strength in our bodies. 

Shut down the world, the social media and the advertising 

playing on your insecurities. Shut it down and listen 

to the one thing that always has your back, your body. 

I was constantly living in a state of competition 

and comparison, which robbed me fully of my selfcompassion 

and self-love; it was a constant drain. I wasn’t 

present in conversations, dinner parties or hangouts with 

close girlfriends because I was too concerned with how 

many calories were in my kale salad with no dressing. 

I came to realize after doing over 50 DIETS 

in less than 4 years that I was searching 

for a feeling, not a size. 

I was searching for an inner love and acceptance 

which, to my surprise, was just not available in the 

quest to become skinny. As women, its imperative 

we honor our bodies, we listen to them and we treat 

them with unconditional love, yes unconditional. Not 

the kind of love that is dependent on the number on 

the scale. Within us is unlimited guidance, wisdom 

and the ability to direct us in our human experience. 

When we are at war with our bodies, we lose access 

to this beautiful internal wisdom, we block it. 

Strength needs to be the new skinny. Yes, strength in 

the 

FOR 

body, 

MORE 

but 

INFORMATION, 

more importantly 

VISIT 

strength 

LITTLECAYMAN.COM 

in our minds. 

Having the mental power and ability to honor ourselves 

and derail ourselves from the quest of changing who we 

SAMANTHA SKELLY 

Samantha Skelly is the founder of Hungry 

For Happiness, a movement to support 

women around the world who are suffering 

from disordered eating and body image 

issues. She is an award winning, sought 

out international speaker who delivers 

inspirational presentations to empower 

those who struggle with the relationship they 

have to food and their bodies. Her vision is to 

create the largest and most impactful online 

resource to support those who’s lives are 

negatively affected by issues with food and 

their bodies. Connect with Samantha online: 

Instagram: @hungryforhappiness 

Facebook: facebook.com/samantha.skelly.1 


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#WHATSINMYBAG 

Lately, we have seen some gorgeous 

trends on the runways that are sure 

to get some serious attention this 

fall. I have rounded up my all-time favorite 

looks that are wearable for the everyday girl. 

Sure, the runway can offer inspiration to us 

“normal” gals, however not always are the 

looks on the catwalk suitable for the office, 

date night or day-to-day wear. Take these 

suggestions below, test them out and make 

them your own! 

1 

BAT THOSE LASHES 

Twiggy-inspired lashes were all the rage on 

the catwalk this year. The bigger, the better 

was the mantra for both the upper and lower 

lashes at shows like Carven, Christian Dior 

and Nina Ricci. Opt for a volumizing and 

thickening mascara like L’Oreal Voluminous 

in Blackest Black, Too Faced “Better Than 

Sex”, or Charlotte Tilbury’s “Full Fat” 

mascara. Two to three coats on both the 

top and bottom is absolutely necessary. 

2 

INTENSIFY THAT POUT 

For fall, gone are the days of cycling through 

your favorite nude and pink shades each day. 

It’s time to add some drama! The trend we 

saw making a regular statement was the dark, 

gothic-inspired lip. I would recommend using 

a shade with a berry or deep wine undertone 

so that it’s not too scary to your co-workers. 

If you’re a bit shy, pull this dramatic shade out 

at night once the sun goes down. MAC “Diva” 

is a staple when it comes to a dramatically 

fierce lip. Anastasia “Vamp”, which is a deep 

burgundy shade, is another great option 

if you like something more long-wearing. 

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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Brittany Gray 

1 

TWO FACES 

BETTER 

THAN SEX 

MASCARA 

3 

ADD SOME SPARKLE 

Spotted at the Burberry show was an homage 

to your inner party girl. Monochromatic 

glitter was strategically placed around the 

eyes for a flirty and fun pop! My suggestion 

is to opt for a neutral shade of glitter around 

the eyes. Nothing too colorful. One of my 

all-time favorites for even everyday wear is 

Urban Decay’s “Midnight Cowboy” or Stila’s 

Magnificent Metals Foil Finish eyeshadow 

in “Kitten” or “Metallic Dusty Rose”. 

ANASTASIA 

VAMP LIQUID 

2 LIPSTICK 

3 

URBAN 

DECAY 

MIDNIGHT 

COWBOY 

EYESHADOW 

4 

SAY HELLO TO SILVER 

Many of us have resigned to never reaching 

towards a silver shade again. Popular back 

in the 80s and 90s, this metallic shade can 

look harsh if not applied properly. On the 

catwalks of designers like the sleek and 

sophisticated Stella McCartney, subtle pops 

of silver in the corners of the eyes were all 

the rage. Paired with a few coats of mascara 

or the Twiggy lash look, you are sure to be 

on-trend all season long. Opt for a silver 

that is soft and not too pigmented or harsh. 

KAT VON D Metal Crush Eyeshadow (a 

Sephora exclusive) is good option to start 

with. Build up the intensity as you see fit! 

4 

KAT VON D 

METAL 

CRUSH 

EYESHADOW 

M.A.C 

5 

CLEAR 

LIPGLASS 

5 

BYE BYE MATTE 

Gone are the days of the overly matte lip 

look. You can thank your lucky stars that 

your lips no longer need to peel, feel tight 

and get chapped because of drying long-wear 

lipsticks. On the runways of Max Mara and 

Christian Dior, we saw ultra wet, lacquered 

looking lips rocked confidently by models 

strutting their stuff. No matter what shade you 

are wearing, add MAC lip glass in “clear” on 

top and your pucker will be sure to memorize. 


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ICON 

SILVER SCREEN 

SERIES 

“I USED TO TREMBLE FROM NERVES SO 

BADLY THAT THE ONLY WAY I COULD 

HOLD MY HEAD STEADY WAS TO LOWER 

MY CHIN PRACTICALLY TO MY CHEST 

AND LOOK UP AT BOGIE. THAT WAS THE 

BEGINNING OF THE LOOK.” 

- LAUREN BACALL 

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y Josie Joy Saldat 

LAUREN 

BACALL 

SMART, SULTRY & BOLD BOMBSHELL 

With a trademark husky low voice, 

sultry appearance and feline like 

characteristics, Lauren Bacall 

was one of the most phenomenal 

talents in the Golden Age of Hollywood screen 

stars. Born as Betty Joan Perske in 1924 in New 

York City, Bacall was the daughter to Natalie, a 

Romanian Jewish immigrant who worked as a 

secretary and William a Polish Jewish immigrant 

from New Jersey who worked as a salesman. With 

the divorce of her parents at a young age, Bacall 

clung to her future of becoming a dancer. Later 

switching to acting, Bacall studied at the American 

Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York. Bacall’s 

natural mystique and radiating glamour landed 

her on the cover of Harper’s Bazaar in 1943. 

Landing a cover on the most famous US magazine 

was a turning point in Bacall’s career as it 

resulted in her first screen role. Famed Director’s 

Howard Hawks wife, Nancy Hawks spotted 

Bacall in the fashion publication and called her 

in for a screen test. Bacall flew to Hollywood 

for the audition and director Howard Hawk 

instantly signed Bacall to a seven-year contract. 

Bacall’s first role, at the tender age of 19, was 

playing Marie Browning in an adaptation of 

Ernest Hemingway’s novel To Have and Have 

Not (1944) a thriller where she starred opposite 

Humphrey Bogart. This film launched more 

than her career; it was the beginning of a love 

affair with Bogart. The couple met while Bogart 

was still married, but he left his wife, and Bacall 

and Bogart wed in 1945. Bacall gained the 

nickname, “Baby” because of the 25-year age 

gap between her and Bogart. The couple starred 

in many films together and had two children 

together, a son, Stephen and daughter, Leslie. 


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did you KNOW? 

BACALL WAS NAMED ONE OF THE 25 

most significant female movie stars by the American Film Institute 

AWARDED THE FIRST 

Katharine Hepburn Medal 

BACALL WON A TONY AWARD 

for Applause and for Woman of the Year 

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Starring in one film per year, Bacall’s movies were highly 

anticipated. Fans loved her believable acting in thriller 

and crime drama films; keeping viewers engaged with 

each production. Under management of Hawks, it was 

suggested that Bacall work on lowering her voice to give 

her a more unique casting advantage and sultry appeal 

to fans. Known for turning down roles she did not find 

interesting, Bacall gained a reputation of being difficult. 

In 1953, Bacall starred in her first comedy playing Schatze 

Page in How to Marry a Millionaire with other screen 

stars of Hollywood Marilyn Monroe and Betty Grable. 

After filming another box office hit, Designing Women 

in 1957, a devastating loss occurred when husband 

Humphrey Bogart died from throat cancer. The first year 

following Bogart’s death left Bacall trying to work through 

tough times and she starred in The Gift of Love (1958) 

before making a decision to switch to live Broadway 

performances. Bacall had a short-lived romance with 

Frank Sinatra, that resulted in a very brief engagement 

that didn’t lead to marriage. However, Bacall did marry 

again to actor Jason Robards. They wed in Mexico in 1961 

and divorced in 1969, in part to Robards struggle with 

alcoholism. Robards and Bacall have one son together, Sam. 

Returning to the screen after five years, Bacall appeared 

in many hits over the next decade including a Broadway 

musical, Applause. Another pivotal and successful acting 

role Bacall portrayed was Murder on the Orient Express 

(1974), a movie based on Agatha Christie’s best-selling book. 

Continuing to divide her time between Broadway 

and film, it was towards the end of her career 

that Bacall earned her first Oscar nomination for 

supporting Actress in the 1996 film The Mirror Has 

Two Faces, starring and directed by Barbra Streisand. 

Bacall had a life filled with star-studded memorable films 

until the day she died in August 2014, five weeks short of 

the 90th birthday. Bacall was one of the last links left to 

the Golden Age of Hollywood and left her legacy as well 

as inspiration to a generation of actresses. 

“I THINK YOUR WHOLE LIFE SHOWS 

IN YOUR FACE AND YOU SHOULD 

BE PROUD OF THAT.” 

- LAUREN BACALL 


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goodbye TFW 

FW2016 STREET 

STYLE 

PHOTOGRAPHY 

CHRIS SMART 

CSMARTFX.COM 

CSMARTFX 

With the recent news that IMG 

has canceled Toronto Fashion 

Week, models walked their 

last runway with the FW2016 

collections. Although the 

news was not a shock to the 

fashion industry, it does leave 

a big hole as Canada’s largest 

fashion showcase disappears. 

So, we say farewell with these 

street style snaps, taken by 

photographer Chris Smart 

TFW’s final FW2016 shows. 

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SUCCESS = JOY 


BY: JULIA CHUNG | JYC FINANCIAL 

Can we all agree on the above formula? 

After spending a lot of time in the guts of personal 

finance with hundreds of women from all walks 

of life, I’ve found that everyone everywhere wants 

those same two things, when you boil it right down. 

IT’S HOW WE DEFINE THOSE TWO WORDS 

JOY + FREEDOM THAT DIFFERENTIATES US. 

There isn’t a finance professional out there - no 

matter how fancy their title or designations - who 

can provide you with those definitions. (If they try, 

run - run fast.) Very few of them will even be asking 

you how you define joy and freedom, but almost 

all of them will be asking you about your goals. 

Everyone, from financial advisors, to coaches, to 

your boss, your family, and your friends, will tell 

you to set goals. Goals, goals, goals. Dutifully, 

you go ahead and set them. You set goals to move 

further in your career, to buy some real estate, and 

maybe even to retire. For some reason though, 

these goals just aren’t getting your juices flowing. 

WHY NOT? 

For a goal to be worthwhile, exciting, and 

something you can really commit to, it has 

to be linked to your definitions of joy and 

freedom - people sometimes call them “values”. 

It might bring you joy to lift someone up 

from homelessness. It might bring you joy 

to have a pair of really wicked Louboutins in 

your closet. Both might bring you joy - we 

don’t have to make all of our values altruistic. 

It may be freeing to own your own home - or it 

may mean lack of freedom, depending on who you 

are. Freedom might come as a month in Portugal, 

or one “you” day a week to spend with your kids, 

or even to spend alone. For many people, freedom 

looks a whole lot like not working for a living. 

THINK ABOUT IT 

Your money is a tool for you to create the life you want. 

Get to know you. What do you want from life? What 

will make you feel joyful and free? 

Got those “joy” and “freedom” pieces? Great. Put them 

on a card in your wallet. Every time you go to make a 

purchase, ask yourself: Does this bring me one more 

step towards freedom? Does this bring me joy? 

Long-lasting joy comes from memories, not consumer 

goods. How long do you want the joy to last? 

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+ FREEDOM 

Once you have a clear understand of what actions 

and experiences bring you the joy and the freedom 

that you’ve defined, decision-making comes easy. 

Now you can ask yourself: 

• Does that latte bring me joy? 

• Does that trip to Italy bring me freedom? 

• Does investing a chunk of every pay cheque 

bring me closer to both joy and freedom? 

freedom accounts and picture boarding a plane to 

Chile, buying your own home, investing in your own 

business, or walking away from your desk… forever. 

A finance professional can definitely help you put 

those funds to work and help you grow them in 

the right direction, but the why, the reason you’re 

putting those funds away, and the inspiration 

for what those funds will do, comes from you. 

With joy and freedom as your guides, there’s no 

pressure to be cruel with yourself. You know what 

you really want. You know how much it means to 

you. Money isn’t a pain, an unknown that’s out there, 

doing things you don’t understand. It’s right here, 

working towards all the things you’ve ever wanted. 

At the same time, organizing your cash flow becomes 

easier. You can allocate funds towards necessity, 

joy, and freedom, and you’ll feel good about it 

every time you do. You’ll see the money in your 

joy account and know that it’s going to buy you 

that pedicure, dress, or that wild night out you’ve 

been thinking about. You’ll see the money in your 

JULIA CHUNG - CFP®, CLU, FEA 

Julia loves music, seafood, and rational decisionmaking. 

She heads up JYC Financial (JYCfinancial.com), 

a product-free financial planning firm, and builds new 

enterprises for pleasure (and profit!). 

FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT LITTLECAYMAN.COM 


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GET the look 

BACK 2 

SCHOOL 

This fall season, runways were filled with varsity and bomber jackets, funky 

boots, colorful patches and cozy coats. We got our inspiration from Chloe 

Grace Moretz and her take on back to school chic. 

MIX&MATCH MINI 

CROSS BODY BAG 

Zara, $60 

EMBROIDERED 

SHORT SKIRT 

Topshop, $65 

SHORT WOOL 

CAMEL COAT 

H&M, $149 

BACARI LEATHER 

BLOCK-HEEL 

BOOTIES 

Stuart Weitzman, $745 

MOTHER 

OF PEARL 

HEADPHONES 

Frends, $200 


NINE 

COLLECTION OF THE SEASON 

There WAS ONLY ONE FOR US THIS SEASON. 

NICHE magazine’s favorite collection of the Fall 

2016 fashion week series was Karl Lagerfeld’s 

exceptionally romantic dream sequence for Chanel. 

CHANEL FALL 2016

Surviving 

looks a lot 

like thriving 

Breast cancer flipped Katherine’s world upside down. 

But in the five years since she underwent treatment, 

Katherine’s been doing some flips of her own. 

Thanks to research to discover new treatments, 

women like Katherine are having their lives put right 

side up after a cancer diagnosis. That’s why 

Stand Up To Cancer Canada and Canadian Breast 

Cancer Foundation have teamed up to accelerate 

the pace of research done by collaborative teams of 

scientists working to develop new treatments faster. 

Giving more women, like Katherine, their lives back. 

To learn more about advances in research, clinical trials 

testing innovative treatments, and how to get involved, 

go to standup2cancer.ca/breastcancer and cbcf.org. 

Photography: Andrew Macpherson 

Kim Cattrall, Stand Up To Cancer Canada Ambassador 

Katherine Chan, Breast Cancer Survivor 

Stand Up To Cancer Canada is a program of EIF Canada, a Canadian Registered Charity (Reg. #80550 6730 RR0001). 

Stand Up To Cancer Canada brand marks are licensed trademarks of the Entertainment Industry Foundation.

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