Fashion
THE ASSIGNMENT
Photography by Tracy Morford Welcome to The Assignment. The idea is simple: It starts with a series of images and a chosen artist. The photos, a model in her undies, are then transformed into something else entirely. In this installment, we enlisted Tracy Morford and her ever-ready shutter-clicking finger. This issue's artist is none other than the Working Class man himself, Marcel Dagenais, because he is a control freak and he sleeps in twenty-minute shifts just twice a [...]
RASH
Photography by Blessing Marie Styled by Jessica Soga Hair by Marcel Dagenais Makeup by Mariko Tamegai Model is Kerry Morgan @ Next Model Management Look 1: Sweater by Top Shop Look 2: Sweater by Anthropologie Look 3: Sweater by Top Shop
Summer Local
Photography by Victoria Stevens Styled by Emily Bess Art Direction and Makeup by Susie Sobol Hair by Marcel Dagenais Fashion Stylist Assistant: Lily Meade Model is Nina @ Wilhelmina Model Management Look 1: Shirt by Society for Rational Dress available at Life:Curated, Suspenders, Stylist's own, Belt by Society for Rational Dress available at Life:Curated, Shorts by Current/Elliot available at Bird, Ring by B. Sky available at Alter, Sunglasses by Spitfire available at [...]
Up On The Roof
Photography by Allan E. Schoening Fashion Direction by Jessica Soga Hair by Marcel Dagenais Makeup by Mariko Tamegai Photo Assistant: Maruo Teppei Model is Catherine Decome @ MC2 Model Management Look 1: Oyster vintage style one piece from Old Hollywood Look 2 and 3: One piece swim suit by Suzanne Rae, San Diego Hat Company straw hat from Old Hollywood Look 4: High waist bandeau bikini by Suzanne Rae, Hand woven towel from Pilgrim Surf + Supply Look 5: Bandeau [...]
WXYZ
Photography by Blessing Marie Styled by Laura Wass Hair by Marcel Dagenais Makeup by Yoshuke Hiraka Model is Iryna Popova @ Q Model Management Retouched by Jonathan Marshall Look 1: Ball Chain Curtain Necklace available at WXYZJewelry.com Look 2: Tall Corset Bracelet available at WXYZJewelry.com Look 3: Mega DNA Necklace available at WXYZJewelry.com
SLEEPOVER
Photography by Anna Morgowicz Styled by Aki Goto Hair by Marcel Dagenais Makeup by Mariko Tamegai Models are Yasmin Bidois and Olivia Gordon from Ford Model Management All clothing by Aki Goto
A Moment with Suzanne Rae
Photography by Allan E. Schoening Words by Michael Fensom Video by Jeff Croghan The models stood in a row along a faux wall fabricated from black curtains. Hung from a garment rack along the wall was a placard listing the contents of each girl’s wardrobe and the contents themselves: silk blouses, a woolen cocktail dress, a velvet jumpsuit. The girls disrobed mechanically and idled with varying degrees of disinterest. Their bodies were remarkably similar -- long legs and torsos, sloping [...]
THE SOUND BODY
Photography by THE UMBRELLA KID THE UMBRELLA KID's solo show: BANE BEGINS opens on November 25th, 2011 through the 14th of January, 2012 at GALLERY DAEPPEN in Basel, Switzerland.
TOMBOY
Photography by Frank Santoro Words by Vincent Ardizzone from the newness of adolescence to the tawdry gleam of adulthood the embodiment of the reversal of roles the epitome for every past/present mutiny all held within the curvature of an effeminate face in pockets of pants meant more for the hanging parts of heterosexual exchange in hands that touch implements meant to be looked upon by a "superior gaze." from the learned centers of the complacent to the offices of monotony among [...]
Three Imaginary Boys
Photography by Naho Kubota Styled by Molly Kennedy Hair by Marcel Dagenais Models are Nicola Wincenc, Tim Devos and Alexandre Godart @ Request Model Management Centerfold: From left: Levis black jeans, APC blue jeans, United Bamboo black trousers.
TEO
Photography by Tracy Morford Words by Ryan Michael Commins When Mateo Lynch was only sixteen, he found himself launched into notoriety due to the success of his soundtrack for the popular Spanish language show, Esta Sociedad (This Society). The track quickly reached the top spot on Los 10 Mas Pedidos, which is the Latin MTV equivalent of the old Total Request Live format. That’s when his life became crazy and the fans began to follow in droves, even though he has yet to release an album [...]
Store Profile: Life:Curated
Photography by Blessing Marie Words by Ryan Michael Commins Design is essential here. It's obvious just by looking at the front window display and, once you're inside Life:Curated, it's reinforced that this is not just another clothing store in Williamsburg. The interior is a work of art. Designed by the girls at Domestic Construction, the ceiling is a mesmerizing set of varied ropes set into parallel tracks beckoning you further in a loop around the store. From the layout to the laid [...]
Bright Young Things: Jené DeSpain
Photography by Tracy Morford Words by Danielle Sipple The City That Never Sleeps has endless amounts of time for inspiration. Whether it's the juxtaposition of light and dark, mixing alchemical elements of old and new world, or structurally creating buildings that surpass the timeless expectations of its residents, New York City is the creative crux of every piece of Brooklyn-based designer Jene DeSpain's jewelry collection. Sourcing inspiration from her surroundings, DeSpain creates pieces [...]
PDA
Photography by Elizabeth Perrin Styled by Aletia Gonzalez Muzquiz Hair: Marcel Dagenais Makeup: Legend Rivera Jr. Stylist Asst: Mariana Gro Dingler Photography Asst: Amanda Stostz and Rhiannon Marino Models: Florian Pessenteiner @ Fusion Model Management and Aine Rose Campbell-He @ Q Model Management Look 1: Her Dress by JV by Jorge Vazquez White Boa by Karen Walker Ring from Old Hollywood Him Vintage shirt from Kill Devil Hill Denim by Cheap Monday Look 2: Coat [...]
The Jeweled Bandit
Photography by Tracy Morford Styled by Jessica Soga Hair: Marcel Dagenais Model: Kristy Ann Muniz Retoucher: Jaz Harold Look 1: McTega large gold chuck necklace and mini chunk wrap necklaces worn as necklaces price upon request. Look 2: McTega double gem belt price upon request. Talon amulette necklaces in bronze with scent $250
LATITUDE
Photography by Piczo Styled by Shohei Hair: Teiji Utsumi Make Up: Miho Hayama for Isabeau and Nami Yoshida for Laura and Keldey Stylist Assistant: Tomohiro Hanada Models: Isabeau@Select Model Management, Laura@Select Model Management, Kelsey@Premier Model Management Look 1: Denim Jacket from rokit Shoes from Mint Vintage Clothing Look 2: Quincey Hat from Reiss 1971 (Relative) Leopard Jacket from Mint Vintage Clothing Leather Trousers from Reiss 1971 (Relative) Shoes [...]
Bright Young Things: Kerry Bishé
Photography by Javier Ortega Words by Marcel Dagenais "I would really describe myself as kind of a nerd. I get too excited by things to be cool." The first time I met actress Kerry Bishé was at a rooftop party in South Williamsburg. I was kinda blown away by her from the second I met her. She has this presence that I think anyone who she meets will find captivating. When she talks to you, you really feel like she's listening. A trait I find rare in this big city. Bishé sat down with [...]
Love is Free, Free is Love
Photography by Matt McAlpin Styled by Allison St. Germain Hair Marcel Dagenais Makeup Susie Sobol Models Michael Herbert at Red Model Management New York Diana Sar at Elite Model Management Look 1: Michael: Standard Cloth for Urban Outfitters, Levis shorts, Vans, Jewelry & Scarves Chan Luu Diana: Vintage Levis shorts, Chan Luu tube top, Jewelry Chan Luu Look 2: Diana: Romper Kimchi&Blue Accessories Chan Luu Michael: Gibson T shirt, Levis shorts, [...]
Just Friends
Photography by Samantha West Styled by Domestic Construction Hair by Marcel Dagenais Makeup by Legend Rivera Jr. Models: Kaya and Tracy at Muse Model Management All clothes are vintage. Shoes by Osborn
Him and Me
Photography by Tracy Morford Styled by Eric Lodwick Hair Marcel Dagenais Makeup Susie Sobol Photo Asst. Justin Scurti Model Lyle Lodwick at Red Model Management Retoucher Jaz Harold
Tegan
Photography by Walker Brockington and Fernando Lahoz Model Tegan Findlay at Q Model Management
Rauschenberg
Photography by Tom Winchester Styling by Domestic Construction Hair Marcel Dagenais Makeup Susie Sobol Set Design Clay Rodery,Jonathan Carroll Model Leah Hight at Fusion
Road Trip
Photography by Allen E. Schoening Creative Direction and Styling by Jessica Soga and Kylie Fife Hair Marcel Dagenais Makeup Susie Sobol Hair Asst. Alissandra Hipona Model Alli Nagode at Q Model Managment
Indian Summer: Interview with Suzanne Rae
Photography by Tracy Morford Words by Trinity Rose Fashion designer Suzanne Rae Pelaez lives and designs out of Brooklyn but her professional career began in the design ateliers of Costume National in Milan and Morgane Le Fay in New York City. Her journey led to the creation of her namesake fashion line: Suzanne Rae. Rae’s ready-to-wear line was inspired by and made for the progressive modern woman. Using traditional garment construction in addition to experimental draping and [...]
Dorsia
Words by Marina Lange The boys behind Dorsia clothing seem to personify exactly the articulate, ironic, and stylish individuals that their t-shirts are meant for. Not only are they gracious and nice (not even blinking an eye when I arrived 45 minutes late after getting lost on the subway like a true tourist) but throughout the night, they displayed their intelligence, passion for history, and social consciousness that make up the essence of the brand. Hailing from Los Angeles, New York, and [...]
New Canvas: Artist & Designer Jessica Repetto
Words by Moni Briones Photography by Winnie Au Illustrations by Jessica Repetto Picture a clandestine cinematographic moment of a woman walking into Brooklyn’s Spuyten Duyvil with “If you leave” by OMD in the background. The woman is named Jessica Repetto, designer and fashion illustrator based in Brooklyn. The bar scene is somewhat sparse for a Monday night but her chic 1940s flapper with a subtle biker flair, makes all the difference. “Did you find the place okay?” I asked. [...]
Toppers
Words by Moni Briones Editorial Photography by Jamie Beck Still Life Photography by Winnie Au Fashion trends come and go and sometimes one is left to wonder why they even embraced high wasted jeans or faux fur. Did I really need to throw down $50 on my pair of 80s revival Keds and did I seriously need to buy another boyfriend jacket? Probably not. But there are some “trends” that are not really trends at all. One dear to my heart and head is the hat or head piece. Trend, I think [...]
Printed Pattern
“Oh, I miss the days of cinched waists.” “But you’re expecting!” “True, empire cut from here on out… I really just want a cocktail.” “Oh honey, it’s 1951. We can drink while we’re pregnant.”
Ella
Photography by Jamie Beck Hats by Cassandra MacGregor for House of MacGregor Styled by Meagan Camp Hair Marcel Dagenais Makeup Susie Sobol Photo Asst.Tiffany Arement Model Sade at Orb
1964
Photography by Joanna McClure Styled by Nicole Reda Hair by Kate Hanley Makeup by Alex Almeida Models by Matta and Julia at Ford Models Jasmine at Fusion Models NYC
Girl With Flowers
Photography by Allan E. Schoening Styled by: Jessica Soga and Kylie Fife Hair Stylist: Marcel Dagenais Make-up Artist: Haruko Kori Art Direction: Jessica Soga and Kylie Fife Assistant: William Perls Model: Georgina with Q Model Management
Bright Young Things
Photography by Andrew De Francesco Words by Megan Cahn If you’re a New Yorker who doesn’t spend every weekend trading in the blistering humidity of the city for the Hamptons, fresh air, or taking the subway to grimy Coney Island to escape the heat, you might not consider a bathing suit an essential wardrobe key. But Williamsburg local Amanda Ferrer’s new line of hand-printed suits might just be the thing that changes your mind. Working Class decided to take it to the good old streets [...]
Cool Summer
Photography by Tracy Morford Styled by Michelle Obama Hair by Marcel Dagenais Makeup by Lindsay Hile Retouched by Jaz Harold Model Hillary Gluck
Delicious!
Photography by Jamie Beck Look 1: On Him: Uniqlo t-shirt; J.Crew chinos; H&M straw fedora, belt and sneakers. On Her: Vintage sundress and scarf from Kill Devil Hill (170 Franklin St, Greenpoint, Brooklyn); Vintage handbag from Atlantis Attic (771 Metropolitan Ave. Williamsburg, Brooklyn); Sunglasses from Urban Outfitters; Stylist’s own shoes. Look 2: On Him: J. Crew striped button-down and ginham cotton tie; Ben Sherman shorts, Banana Rebuplic belt. On [...]
Yaya
Photography by Tom Winchester Styled by Kelly Brown Hair by Jamal Hodges Makeup by Susie Sobol Model: Yaya @ Women Direct Photo Assistant: Clay Rodery Stylist Assistant: Tammie Fossaceca
The Story Behind The Shoes
Words by Marcel Dagenais Nestled in the far reaches of Greenpoint, Brooklyn lies the progressive Osborn Design Studio where two artists are building a business based on the creative hipness of New York and the global outreach of struggling nations. Aaron and Carla Venticinque-Osborn are the husband and wife team behind this concept. I first met the couple in upstate New York at the Heartland retreat in Campbell Hall. Their dynamic and positive energy is evident in both their interaction [...]
Uriel
Photography by Naho Kubota Hair Marcel Dagenais Makeup Dawn DeSantis at Artists by Timothy Priano for Make Up For Ever Model Nealon@Request Models
AZZA
Photography by Hans Neumann Look 1: Dress by Jose Duran Look 2: Dress by Jose Duran, Cuff by b.b.simon Look 3:Dress by Jose Duran, Feathers by Artikal Handcrafted Milliner Look 5: Body armor by Heather Huey Stylist Vava M. Ignatenko Hair Marcel Dagenais Make Up Andrew D'Angelo Set Design Amel Ouassel Model Masha @ Muse Models Cat: Sufi
Eyes of Tammy Faye
Photography by Tracy Morford Hair Marcel Dagenais Makeup Lindsay Hile Styling Becca Floco Model Alyssa @ Elite Model Management Retoucher Jaz Harold
Leanne
Photography by Hugo Arturi Styled by Marina Quinete Hair by Marcel Dagenais Makeup by Dawn DeSantis Model: Leanne Thrasher @ Race
Bright Young Things: Lake and Stars
Photography: Jacqueline Di Milia Words by Moni Briones Lingerie is sometimes considered completely intimidating if not a bit daunting to most. The concept of investing in a ¼ yard of fabric to cover a minimal portion of one’s body may seem pointless. But after viewing The Lake and Stars, a romantic yet thrilling take on women’s intimates, your perspective on such design latitude will change. The Lake and Stars is a Brooklyn based intimates line designed by both Maayan [...]
Imprima, No Deprima
Photography Hans Newmann Styling Aina & Pol Hair Marcel Dagenais Makeup Aya Fukuda Models Tine Fure @ Trump John Woodruff @ Red
THE ALTER EGO
Photography by Hugo Arturi // Styled by Brianna Lance Hair by Marcel Dagenais Makeup by Maiko Maushuko Model: Kira @ Race Model Management Photo Retouching: Seth Mroczka
CORRUPTED
Photography by Tom Winchester Styled by Brianna Lance Hair by Marcel Dagenais Makeup by Susie sobol Model: Toma @ Women
Bright Young Things: ORANGE
Photography by Naho Kubota Words by Moni Briones If Taiwanese porcelain dolls could come to life and flirtatious evening dresses had heartbeats, then they would more than likely be kin to Orange. Orange, an incognito label for women based out of Queens, is designer Angela Chen's take on whimsical with a wave of sophistication. Despite being less than a year old, Orange holds more thought about shape than a thousand A-line dresses and politely reflects the next realm of design: [...]
