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ColumnistChristina MorenoBloggerAngela Palmer

Lead PhotographerJacquelyn PhillipsAdministrativeCathy Meadows

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On The Cover:Model: Monia BuffaPhotographer: PatriziaCorbianco

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Published byVedere Magazine/Michael Meadows Studios,Tempe, AZContact:Publisher@vederemag.comAll images are copyrighted to MichaelMeadows Studios, Michael Meadows or therespective artists and protected by U.S.and International copyright laws. Allinfringements will be pursued to the fullestextent of law. No use, reproduction orediting without written permission.All models are over the age of 18 unlessnoted with the images and have signed afull model release which is on file with thephotographer. Any images that are morerevealing will also have all requiredinformation to be 2257 compliant pursuantto U.S. Federal Law. Street photographyand architectural images are for display andeditorial purposes only. Not responsible forerrors and omissions, color reproduction inprinting process.If you are interested in using one of theimages for publication or would like a printplease contact the publisher at the emailaddress above.Vedere Magazine Copyright 2012

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When a dream becomes a reality it can be a powerfulmoment in a persons life. Many will never realize their dreamsbut they never give up pursuing them. Luciana is one of thosetalented individuals that embodies the creative drive to keepgoing, learn more and do what it takes to push ahead tomake her dream come true.In many chats Luciana and I had over the course of weeks,the language barrier seem to fade away as we foundcommonality in realizing dreams. With the help of onlinetranslators we talked about many things fashion, family andlife. Luciana is truly a remarkable woman with drive andcourage to keep going, keep learning and make somethinghappen.The interview following in in her own words, Luciana is soreal I hesitate to edit the English. She is learning thelanguage to prepare herself for what lies ahead, editing wouldjust diminish her determination to learn all that is needed tomove ahead.Tell us more about your quest ….My quest is long, since I run 18 years ago to work in fashion,and I'm 37 years and still did not realize this dream, but donot lose hope.I am self-taught, but with 33 years of age wentto college for fashion designer and starting dai never stoppedstudying fashion, I studied the development of fashion collection, I studied designer shoes, and now modeling studyand industrial sewing, to complement my degree and I am a seamstress since 1998. Love it all.What or who uncovers your style?myselfWho is your favorite artist?many, but especially Carlos Miele, Elie Saab, Christian Dior, Marc Jacobs ...!What inspires you?lines of the human body, the colors of nature.When did YOU realize that fashion was you calling? Or is it something else?picked up from small clothing, fabric bed, to make clothes.always drawing, even the wall of my house.What sets YOU apart from others?the ease and speed in developing fashion collection, I have it very easily.What is your most unique adventure you would like to share with our readers?a great adventure, go to France, a close look at the atelier of haute couture!What are your most inner thoughts when judging a potential Model?I think by the design of modeling, and the fabric fall well.If you were not in the fashion world how would you see yourself now?without the fashion, myself see sad, I no have a second option to work, born only to work in fashion!!!

What century of fashion do you love?My century favorite is XVIII.Where do you see yourself in 10 years’ from now?in my own atelier of sewing, creating unique pieces.How do you think fashion would be in 10 years from now?I think that will come more fabrics, notions and sewing exclusive.What is your passion?my family, my beautiful son and the world of fashion, textile fabrics,design, colors.In your traveling adventures share a story that no one knows?unique adventure that I have with traveling, and get most of my timetraveling the Internet,looking for a job as a fashion designer.What is your next journey?maybe go visit the studio of Carlo miele or Elie Saab, lolololo, justdreams!What do you want from Life?I want have my fashion atelier, find a fashion entrepreneur whobelieves in my creations.What is your most recent event?I have no recent event, I made an exhibition of my drawings, but ithappened in 2009.Who Designs what You Wear?severalWho empowers you?nobody enables me, I work alone, do not have a fixed money every month, but we havefaith.Where are you originally from?From Braisl, São Paulo state in cities of Valparaiso, live in a small town well, and like itWho persuaded you in school? What was your career path?myself, just meWhat kind of advice would you share?never give upWhat do you do in your spare time?like being with my son and to study the English language.Get to know Luciana on Facebook:http://www.facebook.com/dressmaking

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Patrizia Corbianco,una giovanefotografa italiana arriva nelle terredel sud e se ne innamora.Grazie alla bellissima modellaabbiamo affrontato i diversi aspettidella Sicilia,tra cui anche l'areaun po' snob dove tutto deveessere perfetto delle sere diMarsala,città siciliana famosa peril suo liquore.

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Model: Monia BuffaPhotographer: Patrizia Corbianco

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I am a strong and spunky female. I grew up just outside of Austin, and spent most of my childhood livingin the country. Lake Travis and the woods was my backyard. Now I am a corporate travel agent. I gethookups on hotels for myself, but not really able to help with leisure travel for my friends... ;)I am also going to school for software programming. My spare time at home is spent with my son ordoing homework, typically. The best part of life is getting together with my friends and loved ones. Younever know what tomorrow will bring. Living each moment to the fullest and having fun is my approach tolife and love.

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Designer: Mariko AkimarikoPhotography by Nina Pak © 2012Make Up and Hair by Chelsey BakersModels:Oksana BachStephanie Lavigne

Mariko Aramaki’s designs are soft yetbold, chic yet playful, and ultimatelyfeminine. Inspired by beauty in nature,art, culture, and life itself, the whimsicalelegance in her work is a result of purelove and passion for fashion.She was known to be fashionable andcreative from an early age, and hercareer goal was always to become afashion designer. Born and raised inVancouver, the Japanese-Canadian localdesigner graduated from KwantlenPolytechnic University with a Bachelor’sDegree in Fashion Design & Technologyin 2010. Coming to realize her interestswithin the industry, she carefully choseher internship with local designer ManuelMendoza at his custom bridal shop. Shealso took part in a summer studyprogram in Lyon, France, studyingFrench fashion history and textiles todeepen her knowledge in her field ofinterest. After four years at Kwantlen, itwas clear that Aramaki wanted to focuson evening, bridal, and flamenco dresses– pieces where she can fully express hercreative language through fabric and theability to add a certain "je ne sais quoi"that makes Aramaki's designs stand out.Wanting to combine her natural talentand extensive training with moreexperience, she currently resides inParis, France, in search for aninternational industry opportunity.For more info, visit:www.marikoaramaki.comOr email her at:aramakimariko@gmail.com

Models: Nadia K Taylor, Kelsey HansonMUA: Nadia Taylor featuring Kohl LinerSormeh by : Mosha KataniPhotography by: Jacquelyn Phillps, JLyn Photography

Style...I have three different Collections that areinspired by a unique set of materials ineach collectionMy line consists of three collections-Persepolis, Metropolis and Gaia.*Persepolis Collection is the MiddleEastern inspired jewelry with vintage coinsand pendants that remind me of myheritage.*Metropolis Collection is with fire polishedglass and crystals much like sitting atopLA's Hollywood Hills and looking down.Seeing the glistening lights that resemblea bed of gems- also known as the citylights sparkling so bright.

*Gaia Collection is made with naturalrocks and stones, named after The GreekGoddess of Earth and inspired by my loveof the our earth in it's most majesticbeauty.The unifying theme is the method ofmaking the pieces with wire wrap, amethod I embrace because it makes eachpiece a one of a kind, molded by theuniqueness of the materials and myartistic vision. The piece are not alwayssymmetrical or predictable. Each uniquepiece represents the complexity andmystery of the woman who wears it.

WearableArt....To me, Art makes me more thoughtful,it helps me to look at the world withgrace and become more of a wellrounded being. I use these thoughts toexpress my idea of beauty andelegance in designing each and everypiece in my collections. Accessoriesare a way of helping people turn theirbodies into canvases to express theirown creativity and beauty. My jewelrycan be mounted on a hang-able plaquethat accentuates the piecescompositional elements. This allows thepieces to be appreciated in a moretraditional sense even while not beingworn.

Inspiration...People, my environmentand the materials I useare my inspiration. I aman Iranian Americanraised in Los Angeles. Ilove the unity oftraditional andcontemporary, theorganic and thecomposite. We are notjust mothers or divas, 9to 5er's or dancingqueens...we are all ofthese things and more...I want to be able toexpress that complexity.I want my jewelry to helpthem express that.

Who...For everyone! My pieces areaffordable and are for every woman,mood and occasion. Dress it up forthe "red carpet" or dress it down with"jeans and a t-shirt"... you are stillbeautiful!

Next...Working on a men's collection... ICAN'T WAIT TO SHOW IT TOYOU!!!! The unveiling will be forFALL 2012

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Phoographer: Annie Nguyen of Marcus Kirk PhotographyHair : Thomas SheltonMakeup Artist : Alyssa C

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Featuring theWork ofThomasShelton

Thomas Shelton is known for histrendsetting, extordinary skill, and hasbecome one of the most sought afterhairstylist in Washington D.C. He hasbeen a professional hairstylist since 1999.Thomas uses the hair as his canvas tobring out each clients unique beauty.Thomas realized at an early age thatwonderful hair is the key to feeling great.Mastering skills in Cutting,Coloring,Styliing, Updo's, and Keritan(Brazilian Treatments). Thomas can makeyou look professional, sexy, elegant,conservative, or whatever the occasionmay call for.Thomas is truly passionate about hair. Heloves to stay on top of the the trends byattending classes,competing, andwatching fashion shows. As a stylist, hebelieves that patioence, creativity, openmind to learning techniques and trendscome together to produce the best resultfor each individual client.

Some of Thomas'acheivements include:- Best Hairstylist DC 2012 (City Paper)- Hair Wars 2003 (First Runner Up)- Best Hairstylist DC 2011 (City Paper)- Style Magazine 2006- Washington Bride & Groom 2009- Knot Magazine Jan 2011- Face Magazine Spring 2011- Wink Magazine 2005,2006,2009- NLM Fashion Magazine Nov 2011

Make sure to look atThomas' work onlineat:http://www.thomassheltonhair.com/

Phoographer: Annie Nguyen ofMarcus Kirk PhotographyHair : Thomas SheltonMakeup Artist : Alyssa C

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Who's Reading VedereMagazine?Gender:Females 57%Males 42%Ages:Females 18-44 46%Males 18-44 33%Top 10 Countries Reached:United StatesFranceCanadaMexicoUnited KingdomIndiaAustraliaItalyEgyptJapanThe Average Reader LooksatVedere Magazine:4 Times per IssueAll Statistics are based on Internal Surveys,Google Analytics and Social Networking Analytics.

FASHION DESIGNER LIZZI LONDONLizzi London's childhood passion for abstract art,influence by Salvador Dali and fashion designer JohnGalliano, led her desire to observe visuals, manipulatematerials and mold on bodies as an alternative to blankcanvases and flat drawing.The Lizzi London Spring/Summer collection continues toexplore the vibrancy and seduction of ancient natural form rocks with all of its physical beautyand it's long lasting influence on civilization leaving an empowerment of foot prints.Her design collection features a diversity array of chic, cocktail, formal and Avant Guarde. Theinspiration of art truly lies within a women's necessity to accent her beauty from inside andout.From the vivid lines to the easy fluidity of relax silhouettes, this seasons collection is alsopunctuated with structures: carefully engineered cuts and volumes, dramatic details andtextures. The color palette of nude skin, soft white and vivid black.

Hue Cook is a young fashion designer born in Vietnam as the third youngest child of eightchildren. Later raised in London, England.She graduated from the University of the Fine Arts in London College of Fashion, obtaining aHigher National Diploma in Pattern cutting degree in 2005 at the age of 20. She quicklyestablished a fashion portfolio thereafter in 2003 and eventually secured a highly coveted slotin the 2005 London Fashion week, assisting Designer Customer's Own Property. Hue creditsher big break to the various fashion showcases shown at local charity events, Gala andproduction companies such as Car dealerships BMW. Visible Changes hair company inHouston, Texas and has since displayed nearly over 70 productions across the nation such asNew Orleans, Dallas, Seattle, Atlanta and New York in just 4 years at the age of 26.

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Images by:Jacquelyn PhillipsJLyn Photograghy

Fashionable parents tend to dresstheir children equally fashionable.Unfortunately that adorable toddlerdress that can cost a near fortunefrom high end stores will beoutgrown in 6 weeks or come victimto one of many stains. Add infrequent growth spurts and seasonappropriate clothing, parentsfrequently find themselves changingout the entire contents of a closet.Then as children become teens andequally style conscious, the value ofbrand becomes increasinglyimportant. Luckily fashionable parentsnationwide don’t have to spend afortune to find name brand new andgently used clothing.Today’s mission, demonstrate thatchildren ranging from age 3-10 andtheir parents can find a stylish,quality outfit for less than $10 in theirlocal Goodwill store. Many parentssucceeded by attending one of manypromotional days that Goodwill storeshold over the course of any givenmonth. A few of the brands on ourmodels; Gap, The Children’s Place,Old Navy and French Toast. Brandsthat directly from the store can runmore than two times the cost at alocal Goodwill.

In addition to finding a cost effective way todress our children fashionable, we are instillingvalue and responsibility by shopping atGoodwill. 2600 Goodwill stores nation wideaccept donation of clothing and householditems and in turn 84% of the revenue frompurchases like these parents made arereinvested in the community. Since 1902Goodwill Industries has been creating jobs,providing job training to those in need andsupporting community outreach programs.

The mission of Goodwill Industries; “enhance the dignity and quality of life of individuals, families and communitiesby eliminating barriers to opportunity and helping people in need reach their fullest potential through the power ofwork.” (http://www.goodwill.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/About-Goodwill-2012.pdf)

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Photography-www.heatherhurzeler.com/MUA- Kerri MetcalfGowns- SO Llc.Jewelry: RGK DesignsHair by Wade LeeHair Accessories-www.thestoreofwadelee.com

BridalDaze

Bridal Daze...Whether you're a bride who is themodern mogul, chic and classic, or abohemian beauty, what you will find is ahand crafted piece of art from the BridalCouture Collection by Wade Lee. Bridestoday are not afraid of style, we havedesigned these hair accessories to bringout the inner fashionista in everyone.Big Bridal retailers can not compare tothe quality, care, or prices.Visit us at TheStoreofWadeLee.com,Like us onfacebook.com/TheStoreofWadeLee, andfollow us on twitter.com/thestoreofwlee

Jomana

JomanaAmira19 years old and lives in SoutheastMichigan. She is of Lebanese andAmerican decent which has created aunique look. She keeps busy doingpromotional modeling for localphotographers and runway for fashionshows.Besides modeling her future goal is togo into Law Enforcement.

My name is William Maxwell von Isser, but I go by Max. I’m studying Marketing at the University ofArizona and hope to graduate in May of 2013. I am obsessed with fashion and always love to studythe emerging brands and trends. One of my hobbies is thrift shopping and finding deals on designerand vintage clothing. I started modeling because I enjoy the competitive and classy vibe of theindustry.I am most proud of my self-discipline when it comes to exercise and school, because I always findways to fight through the would-be lazy days and be productive. I hope to work with the brand Ballysomeday because I love their vibrant yet simple colors and designs, and they have had some of myfavorite marketing campaigns in fashion. After I graduate I plan to travel and join the Peace Corps sothat I can make a positive impact on the world before I start a career.

William Maxwell

For More information about William and booking information for your next shoot contact:Recio Jackson,CEO615-268-4575www.mycourtier.com

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John C. Shay is new to modeling, and was foundby Jake Rufus, Tucson's leading Creative Director.As you can see, Jakes eye for talent was spot onas usual.John is a natural model who is a pleasure to workwith. John models for Courtier and is alwayslooking for new challenges, and fun shoots to do!To quote John,” I want to do something fun forshoots.”This was my first time shooting John and he isaccustom to be being on movie sets so he reallyputs in his effort and never stops moving. Alongwith laughing and showing off who he is and whathe loves to do!

Photograger: Lewis Stephanie

PHOENIXROCKS THE

FASHIONAt TheHard RockA Charity Fashion Show to BenefitThe Purple Ribbon CouncilBy Angela Palmer

Photography by: Jacquelyn Phillips, Russell Klein, John Perrott III, Michael Meadows

Verdere’s very own contributingwriter, Christina Morena,organized Phoenix RocksFashion, located at the HardRock Cafe in downtown Phoenix.The proceeds from this show andsilent auction went to the PurpleRibbon Fund for Children, anonprofit organization that workswith kids who lost a parent todomestic violence. Along with thestandard who’s who of thePhoenix fashion elite, such aslocal celebrities, Jackie Moralesand Mrs. Arizona, Jennifer Olson,I had the pleasure of attendingwhat I would call, one of the bestlocally run fashion shows everpresented.What made this show better thanthe rest? The audience wasentertained from the moment wewalked in the door. We weregreeted with live spray paintartist, who painted two beautifullytoned models. We also got toenjoy a lengthy set put on bylocal band, Scoti*Slate, followedby an on-time start to thefashion, a near impossible feat.On top of the timeliness and thesuperb entertainment, the fashionwas also amazing. We saw bohemian inspired designs from RAApparel, new tees from Deeds of Love, and some newly releasedflowing dresses from Bri Bridge. We were also pleasantly surprised tomeet local designer, Denise Lay, who presented us with her streetwearand wedding lines. Not only was she impressive in her own personalstyle, but also with her artistic use of bright color and accessories. Sheis truly a designer to stay on the look-out for.I cannot give enough praise to Christina for this job well done, and no,it’s not because she writes for the magazine. It truly was a night toremember and an event that sets the bar higher than it was before.

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TAI CLOSETSTYLING HOUSEThe Re­BootFashion Showat theRenaissance Hotel

This past weekend, I attended the Tai Closet Reboot FashionShow. The only thing I regret about this show is that I wasn’table to get there earlier to take pics of the crowd (definitelythe best looking crowd I’ve ever seen in Phoenix). There wasa smattering of collections in one big long show (whichmeans I definitely can’t tell you what designers made what).

By: Angela Palmer

Images By: Jacquelyn Phillips, JLyn Photography

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