Carine Roitfeld Leaves Vogue

"What we call the beginning is often the end.  And to make an end is to make a beginning.  The end is where we start from."

-T.S. Eliot

The fashion world endured a major shock this month, when french Vogue editor, Carine Roitfeld announced that she would be resigning to pursue other endeavors.  In all honesty, I think the first question that comes to everyone's mind is, What career path could possibly upstage being the editor in chief of french Vogue ?!  The tirelessly chic Carine Roitfeld claims that after ten years at the world's leading fashion magazine, it is simply time to move on to something else.  What that something else may be we aren't quite sure yet, but the world will be waiting with bated breath to find out what her next move is. There have been rumors circulating that she may go on to begin working with fashion powerhouse Tom Ford, with whom she conspired with throughout the 90's to revamp Gucci.  While Conde Nast is most likely sorry to see her go, there is no lack of rising talent willing and waiting to fill her shoes.  So, you can be sure that I will be posting as soon as the time comes to find out who that lucky talent may be!  

Jeffrey Campbell

"I have always thought of Christmas time, when it has come round, as a good time; a kind, forgiving, charitable time; the only time I know of, in the long calendar of the year, when men and women seem by one consent to open their shut-up hearts freely, and to think of people below them as if they really were fellow passengers to the grave, and not another race of creatures bound on other journeys."

-Charles Dickens

Allow me to preface this blog post by wishing every one a happy holiday season.  I hope everyone reading this blog is having the very merriest of Christmases and the happiest of Chanukahs.  I know the holidays can be a stressful time of year, but it really is a great time to celebrate what matters most-family. I have been thinking a lot about what matters to me most in life, and it is without a doubt, my relationships with my family and friends.  While I do love fashion, none of it would matter if I didn't have people I care about to share it with.  So, with all that being said I wish you all the love and happiness in the world as we venture into the new year.  

Speaking of the new year, what are you all up to?  Anyone got any exciting plans for the big night?  If so, WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO WEAR!??  I know they aren't dressy enough to wear on New Year's Eve, but check out my new Jeffrey Campbell's.  I've been waiting to share them with you because I actually bought them as a little merry Christmas present to myself a few weeks ago... And I'm in love with them.  Since I spend all day around models, they are the perfect 6 inch platform to put me face to face with the girls I'm styling!  I love it!

These little red socks that I bought in the garment district actually turned out to be great for the holidays!

Thanks for reading everyone!  Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Meet David

"One piece of log creates a small fire, adequate to warm you up,

add just a few more pieces to blast an immense bonfire,

large enough to warm up your entire circle of friends;

needless to say that individuality counts but team work dynamites."

-Master Jin Kwon (South Korean Martial Arts Master)

I have been incredibly busy lately; exploring L.A., making new friends, working with stylists, and enjoying life in general.  I must admit, I expected a much more difficult assimilation process upon moving here, but everyone that I've met so far has been incredibly warm and kind.  Today I had the pleasure of working with New York based stylist, David Zambrana a second time.  I worked with him about a month ago on an Ardell Fashion Lash campaign, and he is one of the most endearing people I've ever met- not to mention talented.  Today he interviewed for a hosting position on the Style network for a show called "How do I Look?"  So, fingers crossed everyone!

After the interview we dropped by the Kress, on Sunset, to watch one of David's friends shoot the cover of her new album.  She is an Austrian "house" music artist who lives here in L.A., and goes by the name Fawnie (short for Stephanie).  I fell in love with the building and its Art Deco interior, which couldn't be more perfect for a shoot.  It oozes with rock star appeal, which most likely explains my immediate obsession.  The crystal chandeliers enchant the overhead space and the lighting is exquisite; Dark and dudgeon-like on the lower levels, and luminous from the third floor up... Making it the perfect place to shoot multiple looks.

Meet David

Inside the Kress building

Gorgeous Art Deco chandeliers

The hair, makeup, and wardrobe room.  Makeup couldn't have asked for more natural light!

One of the many pieces of art work I found interesting

The view from the rooftop

A very relaxed Buddhist sculpture

Hair and Makeup!

The stylist's wardrobe

Rene, the Stylist on set, who introduced me to Dime Piece, a great new line that is the result of another sartorial collaboration between designers Laura Fama and Ashley Jones of LNA

The cute photographer

Fawnie

This was actually a really funny moment because a small group of tourists walked by as they were shooting and gasped at how "L.A." the scene was.

Peace and Love!