Beauties Of The Cannes Film Festival 2018
Cinema and fashion stars turned the red carpet into a catwalk at the Cannes Film Festival.
Naomi Campbell leads fellow supermodels and celebrities onto the Fashion For Relief runway (Photo: ELLE.com)
Cannes, France. – The Cannes Film Festival, one of the greatest celebrations of the Seventh Art, never fails to highlight the close relationship between cinema and fashion, and this year was exceptional. Once again, the stars won the flash of photographers on the red carpet with their ensembles fit for royalty.
Undoubtedly, Cate Blanchett claimed the primacy of the best dressed. This year’s President wore a stunning custom-made creation by the Greek designer, Mary Katrantzou. The look was completed with Chopard rings and Aquazzura Eclipse gold pumps.
Even some models preferred not to succumb to the temptation of a statement ‘body-con’ dress and chose an elegant creation instead. Bella Hadid was the perfect example in her pink strapless custom-made Dior gown. The only exception was Kendall Jenner who isn’t afraid to take fashion risks, and most of the time she gets many credits for her choices. The 22-year-old model appeared on the red carpet wearing a green dress with gold details which highlighted her toned body. The “leave nothing to the imagination” dress was from Alexandre Vauthier’s fall 2016 collection, the black satin pumps by Christian Louboutin, and the jewelry by Chopard.
A few years ago, the Festival’s protocol was intensely discussed because it required female stars to wear high heels on the red carpet. But, for 2018, Marion Cotillard broke the rules with an unlikely appearance, wearing Nicholas Kirkwood flat boots. She chose to coordinate them with her midi dress, and managed to create a stunning rock outfit. Chanel sunglasses and bracelets completed her look.
However, another movie star partially broke etiquette guidelines. Kristen Stewart arrived on the red carpet for the film BlacKkKlansman, wearing a metallic mini dress and high-heeled Louboutins. Just before she reached the stairs, she decided to release her feet from the high-heels and walk barefoot.
Every year, Fashion For Relief, the annual charity gala hosted by Naomi Campbell, is high on the list of events for stars who attend Cannes. The famous supermodel invites powerful business moguls, athletes, Hollywood stars and all the models that are at the forefront, for an evening of fashion, and to raise money for environmental and humanitarian organizations around the world. On the catwalk, the hostess of the gala walked with other famous names of the fashion industry and show business. Earlier that day, Naomi announced her “retirement” since, as she said, she is 47 years old and the years she has had on the catwalks are too many.
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Denim Shorts For The Summer
Lais Ribeiro by Jhonatan Chicaroni for Harper's Bazaar
Denim shorts are staying strong this summer. You can spot them on the beaches, at festivals, on busy city streets, and definitely at castings!
You could say that shorts are a summer staple in a model's wardrobe - and even in winter when paired with tights. We have gathered a few of our favorite denim shorts styles for this season. Some of which come from sustainable brands or eco-friendly manufacturing. Not only will they flatter and show off your body, but will express your personality too. What more would you want from your casting outfit?
RAG & BONE - Mid-Rise Cutoff Short in Johny. $175 www.rag-bone.com
LEVIS - 501 Mid-Rise Waterless Denim Shorts in Blue Explorer. $69.50 www.levi.com
SLINK JEANS - Caralyn Shorts (size 10-24). $59 www.slinkjeans.com
7 FOR ALL MANKIND - Cut Off Short with Charm Pocket in Light Gallery Row. $199 www.7forallmankind.com
HELMUT LANG - Worn Black Denim Knee-Length Cutoff Shorts in Rigid Black. $295 www.helmutlang.com
H&M - Boyfriend Denim Shorts in Denim Blue. $24.99 www.hm.com
KUT FROM THE KLOTH - Bermuda Short, Plus in Black (size 14-24). $89 www.kutfromthecloth.com
MADEWELL - High-Rise Denim Shorts: Button-Front Edition in Poppins Wash. $74.50 www.madewell.com
STS BLUE - Mid-Rise Step Hem Studded Boyfriend Shorts in Otis. $49 www.stsblue.com
O'NEIL - Kole Shorts. $42 www.oneil.com
TORRID - Mid-Rise Sanded Clean Shorts in Dark Wash (size 10-30). $32.17
UNIVERSAL THREAD - Mid-Rise Destructed Midi Jean Shorts in Medium Wash. $16.99 www.target.com
REFORMATION - Mid-Rise Mindy Short in Chesapeake. $98 www.thereformation.com
SLINK JEANS - The Skinny Pirate in Amber (size 12-24). $59 www.slinkjeans.com
TOPSHOP - Low-Rise MOTO Ashley Denim Shorts in Washed Black $55 www.topshop.com
Elsa Hosk for Elle Sweden by Jimmy Backius
Academy Of Art Spring 2018 Fashion Show
The Academy of Art Fashion School graduates of 2018 recently had their runway show. An event that not only celebrates the incredible achievements of the students, but it also acknowledges a selection of fashion industry professionals. This year, the University’s President, Elisa Stephens, granted honorary doctorates to; Alexander Fury, a fashion journalist, author, and critic. New York-based fashion designer, Andre Walker, and Lutz Huelle, a fashion designer from Paris.
THE DESIGNERS
The students’ collections were equally varied as they were riveting. A sign that creativity will remain abundant for household and future labels to come.
We wanted to delve into the stories behind their designs and were thrilled to interview the designers of five collections that featured in the show.
Zixuan (Stella) Quan (BFA Fashion Design) Lulu Hui-Ju Tsai (BFA Knitwear Design)
Luis Guillen G. (BFA Fashion Design)
Justin Ho (BFA Fashion Design)
Justin Ho (BFA Fashion Design)
Justin Ho (BFA Fashion Design)
Jeannifer Tirtamarta (BFA Fashion Design)
Jeannifer Tirtamarta (BFA Fashion Design)
Hanh (Susan) Nguyen (BFA Fashion Design) Emily McCarty (BFA Textile Design)
Jerry Lee (BFA Fashion Design)
McKaela Christenson (BFA Knitwear Design)
Sam Shan (BFA Fashion Design) Marisa Chentakul (BFA Textile Design)
Photos: Kristin Gerbert/ KG Photography
HAIR & MAKEUP
We also went backstage to ask Victor Cembellin, Senior Artist for MAC Cosmetics, and Jon Reyman, hair stylist and founder of Spoke & Weal, about the inspiration for the hair and makeup. The punk-hair mixed with the 90’s matte and glossy makeup created a look made for an amazing night out!
THE MODELS
Of course, we could not leave backstage without talking to some of the models. All were happy to describe the looks they were going to be donning down the runway. We also found out some of their routines for prepping for fashion shows.
FULL VIDEO
Watch the video below to get the full interviews and overview of the Academy Of Art Spring 2018 show.
Special thanks to: Simon Ungless (Executive Director of the School of Fashion), Elena Eberhard (Public Relations & Special Events Manager for the School of Fashion), Victor Cembellin (Senior Artist at MAC Cosmetics), Jon Reyman (Hair Stylist and Founder of Spoke & Weal), Stefanie Jessica (BFA Fashion Design), Luis Guillen G. (BFA Fashion Design), Uchechi Anigbogu (BFA Fashion Design), Jie (Robert) Ren (BFA Textile Design), McKaela Christenson (BFA Knitwear Design), Felix Ryan (BFA Fashion Design), Academy of Art University, Kristin Gerbert (KG Photography), Models: August Gonet, Rachel Heath, Marie, and Olivia Moore.
SAVAGE X FENTY: A Hymn to Body Positivity by #badgalriri
Rihanna continues her success in the fashion industry by dropping a lingerie collection for all body types.
Savage x Fenty collage by Katerina Stamatopoulou.
“Didn’t they tell you?” posted Rihanna on her Instagram account mid-April. The caption appeared underneath a zoomed-in, ultra-sexy photo of her wearing a peachy pink bra. It was a really enigmatic photo that raised a lot of speculation.
After notable collaborations with fashion and beauty brands, such as Manolo Blahnik, Dior, Puma, and MAC, she decided to create her own beauty line. FENTY beauty by Rihanna was successfully launched last fall, catering to all skin tones and types. But, now she surprises us with a new lingerie line, Savage x Fenty. It is scheduled to launch on May 11th. Rihanna has become a legitimate fashion and beauty mogul who believes that all women should love their bodies. Her brands are proof, and lots of her fans truly appreciate this.
savages come in all shapes and sizes!! ya ready? @savagexfenty MAY.11.2018
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Audrey Ritchie, a plus size model, recently showed up in a short video on RiRi’s Instagram account, wearing Savage x Fenty lingerie to give the viewer a sneak peek of what to expect.
Like FENTY Beauty, it appears to encompass all types of women. Besides the colors and the design of the collection, what matters the most is the wide range of sizes from XS to 3XL. Savage x Fenty will be more accessible, and the women who choose to wear it will feel comfortable and confident no matter her body shape.
But, is there a woman who wouldn’t feel beautiful and sexy wearing sensual lingerie and embracing her body just as it is?
my girl lulu rocking her @savagexfenty in category: #OnTheReg 11 dayz left til #SAVAGEX drops
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Happy Cinco De Mayo: Guilt Free Burrito Recipes!
You can still enjoy the celebrations of Cinco De Mayo, and eat clean! Check out these great burrito recipes from Cooking Light!
Healthy Burrito Recipes - Cooking Light
Roll and wrap this Mexican favorite in the comfort of your own home.
Denisa Dvorakova by Nicole Bentley for Marie Claire Australia
Kate Moss by Mario Testino for French Vogue
How To Get Representation In Multiple Markets
If you are looking to travel, and your mother agent feels that you are ready, there are a few ways your mother agent can get you representation in another city or country. Yes, leave it to your mother agent. The reason being is that not only does he or she have connections with agents around the globe, but also knows which markets are appropriate for you and your success. Not all markets have the same clientele, therefore, the requirements for models will differ too. Furthermore, there can be laws, regulations and age restrictions that might effect your ability to work in certain cities. Below are the ways your mother agent can help you get opportunities to travel. However, keep in mind that they do not guarantee you representation in these other markets, as it remains dependent on the decisions of the agents in those cities:
Submit your materials to agents via email.
Your portfolio and digitals will be sent to the appropriate agents for their feedback
Arrange appointments for you to visit agencies in another market.
Whether you are traveling to a city for vacation or specifically for your career; your mother agent can arrange for you to visit the local model agencies. Your mother agent will usually email your portfolio to the agents in advance before they agree to meet with you in person.
Hold a casting for a visiting agent or scout.
Agents and scouts travel around to many cities, including yours, in search of new faces to represent in their markets. If your mother agent feels that they would consider you for representation, you will be called into your agency to meet with them. On the other hand, the visiting agent or scout may see your portfolio and request to meet you for a go-see.
An agent notices your portfolio online and contacts your mother agent.
Agents regularly browse through each other’s websites. It is not uncommon for an agent to see a new face and call up the model’s mother agent in hopes to represent him or her in their market.
In any of the above circumstances, the agency will ask your mother agent to provide them with:
- Your current digitals in a bathing suit or underwear.
- Your current measurements.
- A video of you introducing yourself and doing a runway walk.
If they feel that you have the right model requirements, confidence, and experience for their market; the agency will offer you representation.
Why Dance Helps Modeling
Clients expect models to be able to move well in front of the camera. They hire models because they not only want to create their conceptualized images to a T, but they also want to capture them in the least amount of time, potentially reducing costs of production. Clients do not want further delays, motivating and directing their models into poses. This is why it is helpful for models to have a dance background.
Models should move with fluidity, poise, and coordination. Whether it is an edgy editorial or a smiley e-commerce shoot, it’s important to adjust your poses and expressions with ease. Even the way you hold your hands or position your feet can make or break a shot. Get used to pointing your toes, and connecting your ankles while keeping your feet out or straight ahead. Turning your feet inwards will give you a pigeon toe look. Unless you are asked to create awkward angles, it can project the wrong body language. Hands should look graceful, by keeping the fingers relaxed and close together. If they are too wide apart or stiff, it can make the pose look clumsy. However, some shoots may require the hands to create sharp lines, particularly for editorials.
Valeska @valeska_miller by Oliver Endahl @balletzaida Music by Joshua Piper @heavypiano
Although we suggest adding dance to your extra-curricular activities to help with your posing, there are bookings that require models to physically dance during the shoot. Karlie Kloss and Liu Wen were photographed for Vogue while showing their dance skills, and Joan Smalls was paired up with professional dancer and choreographer, Lil Buck for the Wall Street Journal. Additionally, more and more athletic wear brands cater to dancers; such as Nike and Reebok. These clients often request models who are, at the very least, amateur or semi-professional dancers for their campaigns.
But, it’s not only your print jobs that will benefit from dance. Runway too! Walking in high heels, making turns on the catwalk, and having the correct posture is all about movement and balance – which are the basics of dance. For instance, to do a full or half-turn without stumbling; you need to find a focal point in the direction of the audience. Staring at this point throughout the turn will force your head to whip around. This is called ‘spotting’, a technique used by dancers to maintain balance.
Applying dance to your modeling will broaden your job opportunities, keep you in shape, and help with your posture, poses, and stamina.
Karlie Kloss by Arthur Elgort for Vogue Australia
Liu Wen by Daniel Jackson for Vogue China
Joan Smalls and Lil Buck for the Wall Street Journal by Daniel Jackson
Chargebacks: What Are They And Why Do Models Have Them?
When your agency issues your checks, based on the compensation received from your clients, you will notice that there are deductions. These deductions are known as “chargebacks.”
Chargebacks are advances the agency makes on your behalf, which could include:
- Portfolios
- Prints.
- Comp cards.
- Agency promotional packages.
- Test shoots.
- Website maintenance fee.
- Airline tickets.
- Hotels.
- Model Apartments
- Car Service.
- Courier fees.
When your client requires you to travel for a job, or another agency invites you to work in their market, the agency may advance the cost of the flight and accommodation. You should make sure to keep track of all the advanced expenses so that you have a record to compare to the deductions made from your check. The accounting department in any agency, upon request, will give you a list of your chargebacks.
In the event that your contract is not renewed or is terminated by your agency, any remaining chargebacks will be due and payable at that time.
As in any career, your investment, whether it is in promotional materials or travel to different markets, enhances your ability to become a successful model.
Don’t forget to consult your accountant to find out which chargebacks, if any, are tax deductible.
What You Should Have In Your Model Bag
Whether you are a model running between castings and jobs every day, or you're just doing it on an occasional basis; have a designated model bag with the following essentials. You will be prepared for any modeling situation, and don't think the clients won't notice! Remember to also bring it with you when you go to your agency. This is in case you need to do some digis or meet a client last minute.
WHAT MODELS SHOULD HAVE IN THEIR BAG.
PORTFOLIO - Yes, this may be obvious, but you would be surprised by how many models forget their books!
UNDERWEAR- Women should have a matching set of seamless underwear. Including a strapless bra and thong. You can throw in a more 'pretty' or 'sexy' set for any lingerie style castings. Men should have fitted boxer-briefs, briefs, and a tank top as an undershirt. All items should be a solid color, in nude, white, black and grey.
PEN & PAPER - Apart from general note taking, you may need to write down last minute important information, if you, the client, or the agent does not have access to text or email.
COSMETICS- These include makeup remover, face and body moisturizer, and SPF. This is so you can remove makeup whenever needed, and keep your skin looking hydrated and healthy throughout the day.
CHICKEN CUTLETS - Female models should have underwear accessories such as bra fillers 'chicken cutlets', pasties and bra straps. This is so the clothes can fall properly and avoid any bra peekaboo!
HOSIERY & DRESS SOCKS - Women should have nude and black hose. Men should carry brown and black dress socks. Clients do not always provide these items but need them to complete a look.
SWIMWEAR - Female models, in particular, should always have a bathing suit with them. Some clients might prefer that you wear this while measuring you or shooting digitals, rather than being in your underwear. And, it should always be a two-piece. Guys do not use bathing shorts as much, but it's good to keep in the bag just in case. Similarly to underwear, your bathing suit should be well fitted, a dark solid color, and in good condition.
ELECTRIC SHAVER - Especially for guys who are prone to the 5 o'clock shadow. If a client wants you looking the same way at 4 pm as you did at 9 am, you will need to give your face a once over. This will maintain consistency during the shoot, and you can do this right on the spot without cutting yourself. Also, there could be occasions when you are asked to arrive with a few days growth of facial hair, but then the client decides they want you clean shaven.
HAIRBRUSH & HAIR ACCESSORIES - Always carry a hairbrush and hairspray, gel, or whatever product you prefer, to keep your hair looking groomed throughout the day. If you have long hair, you should also have hair ties and kirby grips to pull it back.
FACE & BODY WIPES - Aside from cleaning your hands while on a lunch break during a location shoot, they are also great for wiping off makeup both on your face and body. Additionally, they work wonders for your underarms, when you can't apply deodorant due to wearing your client's clothes.
LINT ROLLER - You'd be amazed by how many models walk around with lint all over their black clothes.
MAKEUP & MAKEUP BRUSHES - This is for any touchups needed while on a booking without a makeup artist on set. However, if there is a makeup artist, this will come in handy should you be allergic to the products. Lastly, you will be able to apply or readjust makeup in between castings and bookings.
MANICURE KIT & CLEAR NAIL POLISH - You never know when you might break a nail! For all bookings, models are required to have neat and tidy nails. Sometimes the client might request that your nails be a certain length or shape. Unless you are expected to have an elaborate mani, it is unlikely that there will be a manicurist on set, so be prepared to do it yourself. Also, clear nail polish works great when applied on to snags in hosiery, to prevent them from running and getting larger.
TRAVEL SEWING KIT - For any wardrobe malfunctions during castings and bookings.
SHOES - Although you will most likely have a whole other bag full of shoes to take with you to bookings, you should also throw a pair or two into your model bag, suitable for last minute castings or digis.
WATER & SNACKS- For when you don't have time to pick up food in between castings and bookings, or if the catering is not your cup of tea. It's important to keep your energy and sugar levels well regulated.
PHONE & WALLET - Just DON'T leave home without them! And, remember to charge your phone.
MAP OR PRINTED DIRECTIONS - In case your phone gets flat and you can't charge it, or you have bad reception, it's always good to have a backup for locating where your bookings and appointments are.
