Out Of Pain & Self Doubt Come Love, Unity, Truth, Golden Buddhas & An Appreciation of Tim Walker's 'Gilt Trip'
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The Walker shoot went off in Myanmar, formerly known as Burma. It was the ultimate stage set for the British photographer, known for his ‘monumental fantasy-world sets’, writes W Magazine. “When they first saw the pictures, people asked if we had built the backgrounds,” Walker said. “But, in fact, they were beyond anything I could have even imagined.”
I’ve never been to Myanmar, but seeing this editorial ‘Gilt Trip’ just now, took me back to one of the top five nights of my life … a night in Chiang Mai, Thailand when I fell to my knees surrounded by flickering candles and a golden Buddha statue.
Out of great fear and lack of control, came this extraordinary, life-altering, personal experience in the home of a complete stranger.
Beginning Again
2014 was a most challenging year for so many of us. I don’t know about you, but a huge part of me is so glad that it is over. Still, there lies an awareness in my heart that the most extraordinary gifts have come my way — many of them from total strangers. First and foremost is the spiritual teacher Mooji, whose no-nonsense discussions about the meaning of life and our journey as humans, pulled me through in my darkest hours. My dearest friend Iman is responsible for introducing me to Mooji, who metaphorically held my hand as everything seemingly solid around me in 2014 crumbled in the dust.
Daria Werbowy Fronts Salvatore Ferragamo Spring 2015 Campaign By Mert & Marcus
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Daria Werbowy is lensed by Mert & Marcus as the returning — but not consecutively —female face of Italian label Salvatore Ferragamo. Baron & Baron executed the creative direction for the ad shoot with Garren Defazio on hair and makeup by Lucia Pieroni.
Enjoy also key ready-to-wear images from Creative Director Massimiliano Giornetti’s September ready-to-wear show, dresses now appearing in stores. 
Eye | Rosie Huntington-Whiteley By Kai Z Feng For Elle UK | Rosie For M&S Autograph Lingerie | Rosie's New Fragrance
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Rosie Huntington-Whiteley Wears ‘New Pieces’ By Kai Z Feng For Elle UK February 2015
Rosie Huntington-Whiteley proved that a girl doesn’t have to run around a Chanel ready-to-wear show with a feminist sign to be one. Interviewed in her Elle UK February cover story, Rosie made it clear that she carries her own financial weight in her relationship with the successful actor Jason Statham. Responding to those who have asked her why she just doesn’t marry a rich guy, the hard-working Rosie says:
I’m an ambitious girl. I love to work, and it makes me feel good . I like to make something of my own. It’s a huge opportunity, so it’s like, ‘What can I build from this when I don’t want the limelight anymore?’
YES, indeed. Rosie is a model with a head on her shoulders!
Rosie’s Valentine’s Day 2015 Autograph Lingerie
The 27-year-old Rosie greets 2015 with sizzling treats for Valentine’s Day 2015. The top model and actor has an expanding relationship with M&S, moving beyond lingerie into her first fragrance.
Rosie for Autograph Fragrance
Rosie’s first fragrance will debut on January 29, 2015 at Marks & Spencer.
Next Up: Rosie Huntington-Whiteley’s Activist/Humanitarian Work
It’s amazing what doesn’t make news in the fashion blogs: activism, humanitarian Smart Sensuality good heart! When Rosie gets a haircut, it rocks the fashion world. As a UNICEF Ambassador who travelled to Cambodia earlier this year … not so much.
AOC will call out heart, not hair cuts in 2015. Remember Smart Sensuality women = smart, sexy with great heart.
Eye | Spring 2015 Designer Brands | Prada
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Prada kicks off its Spring/Summer 2015 ad campaign with models Ine Neefs and Gemma Ward styled by Olivier Rizzo. Steven Meisel is behind the lens. / Hair by Guido Palau; makeup by Pat McGrath
Enjoy also looks from Prada’s Spring 2015 Ready-to-Wear show.
Jourdan Dunn Breaks 12-Year Whites Only Vogue UK Cover Ban, Lensed By Patrick Demarchelier For February 2015
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Jourdan Dunn’s February 2015 British Vogue cover, lensed by Patrick Demarchelier, is the first woman of color cover in over 12 years. The last black beauty to front British Vogue was Naomi Campbell in August 2002. Since that date, ALL British Vogue covers have been lily white.
AOC launches the new year committed to renewed candor and honesty, and (once again) deeper dives into Smart Sensuality subjects that matter to readers. In this case, Styleite leaves us at a loss for ‘can you top this’ words, so their quote stands with our admiration:
It’s been proven time and time again that New Year’s resolutions don’t work, so let’s hope Vogue UK’s collective decision to not be a bunch of blatant systematic racists is more of a long-term commitment type thing. Anyway, it’s a great way to kick off 2015.
Jourdan Dunn On Racism In Fashion Industry
Jourdan Dunn on racism in the fashion industry Independent UK
“I find it weird when agents say, ‘You’re the only black girl booked for the show. Isn’t it great?’ Why is that great?
“I don’t know why people applaud designers for having just one ethnic model. It’s not like only one type of woman loves fashion.”
Coco Rocha Burns Bright At Bergdorf's In 'Credit Crunch' By Ellen Von Unwerth For Egoiste January 2015
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Top model Coco Rocha fronts 'Credit Crunch', a Manhattan shopping spree styled by Anne Christensen in images lensed by Ellen von Unwerth for Egoiste magazine January 2015./Hair by Ward Stegerhoek; makeup by Frankie Boyd
Eye | Spring 2015 Designer Brands | Ralph Lauren
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Ralph Lauren brings safari splendor to new heights — or volumes — with Bruce Weber’s kickoff of the first image of Sanne Vloet surrounded by camels and the incredible safari-inspired gown that closed out Lauren’s Spring 2015 designer show.
As we wait for more images from the Ralph Lauren Spring 2015 campaign, enjoy Lauren’s safari-inspired glamour from the ready-to-wear collection.
Ralph Lauren Spring 2015 Polo Restaurant
The Polo Bar is located just a few steps east of Ralph Lauren’s flagship store at Fifth Avenue and 55th Street. WritesThe New York Times:
“I’m about longevity, I’m about timeless,” Mr. Lauren said, sipping a cup of his own brand of coffee. “It was not my idea to be trendy. I don’t want to be the hot restaurant. I want to be the restaurant you want to go to twice a week.”
