Kendall Jenner, Liu Wen, Mariacarla Boscono at LA PERLA flagship boutique opening in Milan

LA PERLA CELEBRATES MILAN FASHION WEEK WITH KENDALL JENNER, LIU WEN AND MARIACARLA BOSCONO WHILE UNVEILING THE NEW VIA MONTENAPOLEONE FLAGSHIP BOUTIQUE MILANO, February 23, 2017 Dear all, Please find below imagery of KENDALL JENNER, LIU WEN AND MARIACARLA BOSCONO who joined in celebrating the La Perla Fall/Winter 2017 ready-to-wear collection and new flagship boutique located on via Montenapoleone in Milan today, Thursday, February 23, 2017 during Milan Fashion Week where LA PERLA hosted a collection presentation and unveiling event with campaign stars Kendall Jenner, Liu Wen and Mariacarla Boscono. The evening’s décor was inspired by the British garden — a nod to the brand’s most recent collection by Creative Director, Julia Haart. The stunning boutique, spanning over 2,583 square feet, came to life with a street-wide floral installation including pillars of blooming bougainvillea; cloaked in the brand’s FW17 NYFW runway video. IMAGERY ACCESS: photo credit: Getty Imagery - http://bit.ly/2lwnWNw   Please let me know if you need further details. Happy to assist. Best, Sydney SRC - SYDNEY REISING 35 E BROADWAY, 4C NY, NY 10002 OFFICE: 917.675.7175 DIRECT: 646.454.1361 sydney@sydneyreising.com www.sydneyreising.com www.instagram.com/sydneyreising www.instagram.com/sydneyreisingcreative

Kendall Jenner wearing the La Perla SS17 Autografo Bodysuit in Blush with matching SS17 bi-stretch silk skinny pant and two-tone calfskin sandals.

MariaCarla Boscono wearing the La Perla SS17 Corset Jacket in Black with SS17 rubberized python “Ada” bag with La Perla charm in silver and black enamel.

Liu Wen attends the La Perla Milan Fashion Week unveiling of the new Montenapoleone boutique.

LA PERLA BOUTIQUE ON VIA MONTENAPOLEONE IN MILAN DOUBLES IN SIZE IN ITS NEW SPACE The historic La Perla boutique on Milan’s most fashionable street has moved to a new location at 14 Montenapoleone and has doubled its size, expanding to over 2,583 square feet across two floors. A geometric arrangement steals the scene at the entrance, decorated with golden metal trims and the La Perla logo against a light blue background. These two architectural features can be seen throughout the flagship store, which was designed by the Baciocchi Associati Studio, as all La Perla boutiques have been since the brand was acquired in 2013 by Pacific Global Management, the holding company owned by the family of Silvio Scaglia. The main space is illuminated by pure white marble floors, which contrast sharply with the sapphire blue carpets adorned with metallic herringbone trims, detailing that can also be seen on the dark blue aluminum ceiling. The walls are covered in powder blue panels and golden mesh accents inspired by the weave of tulle, a symbolic fabric representing La Perla style. The juxtaposition of blue and white repeats on the stunning white marble staircase and on the soft, sinuous velvet-covered seats. The refined feel of this space is emphasized by the central pillar and private suite decorated with diamond-shaped mirrors. The upper floor is divided into four rooms decorated with display niches and gilded mirrors. These spaces range in color, from shades of lilac and amethyst to bold purple in the VIP suite, a sophisticated and cozy lounge for the brand’s most important clients. The relocation of the historic boutique on Via Montenapoleone falls within a global expansion project involving select La Perla flagship stores, such as the Rome boutique on Via Bocca di Leone which has also doubled in size in order to accomodate the new ready-to-wear collection— reflecting the company's new and expanded offering developed by Creative Director, Julia Haart. ABOUT LA PERLA Founded in 1954 by the talented corsetry maker Ada Masotti, La Perla is the leading Italian lingerie and beachwear maison. Artisanal heritage, knowledge of the female body, blend of innovation and tradition and Italian identity are the founding values of the La Perla universe. In the second half of 2013, the company was acquired by Pacific Global Management, owned by Silvio Scaglia’s family holding and already active in the fashion industry through the world largest model management network, operating under the brands Elite, Women and The Society. La Perla sells its creations through a network of flagship stores, shop-in-shops and corners located in the heart of the most important fashion districts, as well as being present in the best department stores and specialized boutiques worldwide. The company, led by Creative Director Julia Haart, offers collections of ready-to-wear, lingerie, sleepwear, beachwear, loungewear and accessories for women and men who aim at expressing their style with ease and sophistication. http://www.laperla.com || https://www.instagram.com/laperlalingerie/

Handmade Beanies that Change Lives

Despite the cool weather outside, spread a little warmth and love by adding beyondBeanie to your fall fashion. Ethically manufactured and handcrafted by talented Bolivian artisans, beyondBeanie offers trendy beanies and accessories made with 100% Bolivian love. 

beyondBeanie is committed to uplifting women out of poverty through their socially conscious apparel company born from the desire to give women and children better conditions of life. The lifestyle company encourages wearers to empower others, acknowledge exceptional artistry, express gratitude and ultimately influence positive change. 

Every time you purchase a beyondBeanie product, you will be supporting the work of a gifted female artisan in Bolivia while also helping a child in need. 

• Empower others -  Help provide opportunities to Bolivian women so they can take care of themselves and their children through a dignified job they can be proud of.
• Extremely unique - Each artisan hand-signs her work making it a one-of-a-kind piece.
• Connect to your artisan - Set up a meet and greet and see how your purchase makes an impact in her life.
• Show your gratitude - Send your artisan a “thank you” note through beyondBeanie’s site.
• Make a difference - Purchases help to provide meals, school supplies, school uniforms and dental care to children in need.

Check out beyondBeanie’s top selling beanie collections for this season:

Rainbow Collection: Eccentric and kaleidoscopic, each Rainbow beanie is fit to comfort and versatile enough to fit any sized head. Perfect for camping or hiking, these beanies make a perfect companion for any adventure.​

Rad Surfer Collection: Inspired by the Southern California coast, these loose fitting beanies are designed to give any outfit the essence of the outdoors. Comfortable and ethnically patterned, these beanies give your fall look a casual style.

Kota Collection: Perfect of for an early morning jog around the city, each Kota beanie is crafted in neutral colors that are urban and modern. Available in grey, teal or chocolate.

beyondBeanie can be purchased online at www.beyondbeanie.org and select stores in Switzerland, the UK and currently entering the US.

About beyondBeanie

Creator Swiss-Chilean, Tito Hector Alvarez, came up with the idea of beyondBeanie during his pack-backing trip from Switzerland to Bolivia. He noticed the presence of lady-knitters and street children selling candy and loose cigarettes at busy intersections in La Paz, Bolivia. One of his friends, Paty Lucero, explained that although Bolivia is a beautiful country, it still remains one of the poorest countries in Latin America. To combat the level of gender inequality and orphan children, Alvarez and Lucero teamed up to start a small fashion project, which turned into a socially conscious company named beyondBeanie. Today their goal is to meet and exceed their customers’ expectations by providing one of a kind, handmade pieces that are stylish and help women and children receive essentials such as dental care, school supplies, and food.

Artist Ivette Cabrera Celebrates Women of All Ethnic Backgrounds Through Her Work

Ivette Cabrera is a Miami-based artist who lets her art do the talking when it comes to the stance of woman all over the world. With the Woman’s March just a few weeks ago and it being Black History Month, there’s no better way to merge the two than with Cabrera's art. Her work is inspired by powerful women who have changed the course of history. She strives to break the barriers society has presented upon women, especially women of different ethnic backgrounds.  Many of Cabrera’s subjects are wearing headdresses that symbolizes a crown that every woman wears.

  

"I want women to question their own identity so the headdress art is abstract, showing that every woman wears a crown." -Ivette Cabrera

“Never be limited by other people’s limited imaginations.”

—Dr. Mae Jemison, first African-American female astronaut

Cabrera comments about her art: “The subjects for my work are women from various cultures. My research has led me to find important women who changed the course of history, sometimes by creating rituals to glorify certain women or by breaking all cultural barriers in a society that devalued their worth. As a woman, I feel that it is important to represent and tell their story. In visual art, it is both important to convey powerful messages to the viewer and to represent a beauty which entices the viewer to search deeper. The subjects of my work are beautiful women. But what makes them beautiful is how we see the power of their presence reflected back at us.”

About Ivette Cabrera:

Ivette Cabrera is a Nicaraguan born artist who currently resides in Wynwood. After studying Interior Architecture and Design at the Academy of Art University and Marketing at Columbia College in Chicago, she began an art collective and artist residency in Wynwood in 2012 called Viophilia as an artistic sanctuary for artists to work intensively on their craft. She has curated numerous art shows as well as worked on various projects, including site renderings, interior renovations, and public art murals, as well as designing and constructing a house in Nicaragua. Her work has been part of numerous exhibitions, displayed at the Baker Museum in Naples, Florida, and is part of numerous private collections. 

Please visit http://www.ivettecabrera.com/ for more information about Ivette Cabrera

Must-Have Ski Skincare

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Best-Selling Novel Brings Together Greek Gods, Science Fiction, and ‘Twilight’

In Alysia Helming's debut novel, 'Protogenesis', ancient gods and science fiction unite in the story of an American girl in modern Greece.

Author Alysia Helming's debut novel, Protogenesis—the first installment in a seven-novel YA series, the "Protogena Chronicles"— hit number one on Amazon in its category, in less than a month after its release.  Protogenesis chronicles the story of a young girl, Helene, whose entire life is uprooted upon her mother's sudden, tragic disappearance.

Helene moves to Greece to live with a godfather she has never met with a mission to investigate her mother's mysterious disappearance, which she believes involves the Greek mafia.  There, she faces all the usual travails of being a teenager: adjusting to a new school, learning and fitting into a new culture, and navigating her love life.

Alysia Helming, pictured with Greek star, Kostas Martakis, at the launch of Protogenesis.

Soon, she finds herself ensnared in a love triangle, but that is the least of her problems: she finds a mystical portal into a world where Greek mythology and the roots of modern civilization converge.  Helene hopes the portal will help her find out what happened to her mother, but whether the Greek gods and goddesses are on her side remains to be seen.

This story is completely new, never been done before in fiction.  As one reader put it, "Helene's world is a fantasy that seems only a step or two from our reality."

Although many of Helene's experiences may be supernatural, much of it is rooted in real-life, highlighting the serious economic crisis that plagues Greece.  To bring Helene's world to life, Helming visited Greece nine times between 2015 and 2016.  What really sets apart this story from all others, is that in each of her trips to Greece, Helming crossed paths with people that would eventually play a key role in the creation of her book story – chance encounters with everyday people, and even celebrities, that turned out to be vital sources for her fictional writing.

The original theme song to the book, "Forever & Tonight," was created with Greek music star, Kostas Martakis, in collaboration with Panik Records (video). Renowned Greek American artist, Philip Tsiaras, designed the book's cover. These experiences enabled her to grasp and unite the "past" of ancient Greece and mythology with the "present" challenging reality that the Greek people currently face, with science fiction and technology offering a "futuristic" twist. 

Now, Helming's mission is to help Greece by offering a message of hope and to drive tourism there through her book series. To this end, she collaborated with Panik Entertainment and Filmskin, one of Greece's top Directors, to produce a series of six short films, each cinematically spectacular, in locations following Helene's footsteps through Athens.

From today through February 28^th, readers can enter to win one of fifty signed copies of Protogenesis. Readers can enter to win at https://www.goodreads.com/giveaway/enter_choose_address/220923-protogenesis

Alysia Helming

Alysia Helming started writing at an early age, and throughout her successful career in renewable energy, has never forgotten her passion for writing. She has coauthored a pilot for a TV series, written a full-length feature film screenplay, and assisted in the nationwide release of the feature-length movie The Great Warming. She was also a student of Screenwriting at the University of California, Los Angeles.

Connect with Alysia Helming on Facebook, Twitter,  Instagram, website, her blog or Youtube.

The Glam App

Hi friends! Hope you had an amazing weekend.

Reaching out to share the news of  The Glam App.

If you are not already familiar with the mobile platform, The Glam App was started by actress/ fashion tastemaker Cara Santana with longtime friend and celebrity stylist, Joey Maalouf with a desire to help cultivate the craft of emerging local artists while providing affordable, luxurious beauty experience for everyone. The Glam App has become a passion project that has skyrocketed into national success – now offered in over 20 cities (below). The beauty of the platform is it lets you choose from a range of services – from blow dry, to make up applications, or just a simple polish change. There’s never a need to leave your house; The Glam App brings the salon to your fingertips.

The Glam App is offered in the following cities:

Los Angeles

New York

Orange County

Atlanta

Boston

Chicago

Dallas

Detroit

Las Vegas

London

Louisville

Miami

Minneapolis

Nashville

New Jersey

Philadelphia

Phoenix

Salt Lake City

San Diego

San Francisco

Washington DC

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