by June Ann D'Angelo
Want to get some new fall staples while helping out an amazing charity? This Saturday is your day! You can hit up my favorite boutique in St. Louis, BLUSH (110 N Clay Ave, Kirkwood) and 10% of all sales will go to Angels' Arms! They will also be hosting a Trunk Show by my favorite brand, Free People! Definitely time to get your boho on in full-fall style!
by Rebecca-Emma Pink
whiteowljaguar plugs in to transport the human into alternate space and ancient, carnal “deep time.” The duo’s sounds and environments shake away the extraneous, revealing the raw.
Assembled in 2012, Tyler Vigil and Rebecca-Emma Kaplan (Dollpartz) blended sounds to produce whiteowljaguar and Talon&Claw Productions, an initiative to expel the mundane through virile vibrations and inspired genuine presence.
Vigil, whose ten years of DJing has dipped his hands and ears in genres from breaks to minimal and beyond, uses his architectural mind to build sound that molds space and towers over: sound to behold. A lifelong relationship with percussion lays his framework; his designed roar brings chambers of depth to the whiteowljaguar sound and Talon&Claw vision.
The newer ear of Dollpartz brings the electro-pop-culture influence of her time and the bows, lollipops, and balloons of her heart. With a taste for girlie vocals and deep, dirty, hooting night owl bass, she blends the light and dark to aim at the authentic.
The Talon&Claw production instigates mobility- a dig deep inside and a great reach outward, an active celebration of truth and joy. It is a mission to bring the best new, underground electronic music to New York City.
by Keleka Mobley
Here is a review of the fashion and not-so-fashion seen on your favorite pop icons at the latest MTV VMAs.
by Kait Walker
Let’s talk - Exfoliation!
So many of my new clients lack on their exfoliation or don’t even do it at all. It is one easy to forget but a very important step in your at-home skin care regimen and can help with a number of conditions. Such as clogged pores, hyperpigmentation, aging, imbalanced oil production, blemishes and post-breakout scars.
Plain and simple, exfoliation is the removal of dead skin cells that build up on the surface of your skin. Our skin naturally collects dead, dry skin that combines with our skin’s oil, outside environmentals and bacteria. This is what gets trapped inside our pores and leads to breakouts, rough/lackluster and irritated skin. Generally speaking, a good rule of thumb is to try and exfoliate one to three times a week, depending on your skin type and condition. If you have problematic or blemish-prone skin, it’s wiser to aim for closer to three times a week, as your cells have a higher turnover rate.
It’s also important to avoid overusing exfoliants comprised of apricot pits or walnut shells, as the grains are not completely round and can cause tiny lacerations and irritate your skin. Instead try to look for a product with round, micro beads. A couple exfoliators I like to recommend to my clients are PCA Skin’s Gentle Exfoliator, which is great for clogged pores, blemishes, an imbalance in oil production and regular maintanence, and Sante’s Microderm Exfoliating Crème, which is great for pigmentation, scarring, and fine lines/wrinkles.
With love,
-K
by June Ann D'Angelo
Go down to the end of Wharf Street and check out the amazing artwork being created for PaintLouis right now!!!
I could not be more excited to introduce our new contributing blogger about everything beauty, Miss Kait Walker. I first met Kait when I joined the El Monstero family a year ago and it has been my pleasure to watch her navigate her career as both an aesthetician and model and quickly become known as St. Louis's best in both of these categories! What sets her apart from the rest? She actually cares! Everyone that steps into her Zen room at The Face and The Body Too will not only leave with glowing and renewed skin, but you will also leave there with a new friend. Not many people go above and beyond as much as Kait in this world! Kait will be joining our blog team as our go-to beauty expert and your favorite source of inspiration, so feel free to email us at geminijunemoon@gmail.com if you have any questions you would like her to answer!!! And make sure to call and book her for a consultation and amazing facial:
Visit: The Face & Body Too (2917 Highway K, O'Fallon, MO)
Book: 636.281.2600
Much love,
Who is ready for St. Louis Fashion Week? Not if you don't have tickets!
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FASHION GROUP INTERNATIONAL® (FGI) OF ST. LOUIS, INC. HOSTS
MEET THE PRESS: MEDIA MATTERS EVENT FEATURING THE
TOP MEDIA INFLUENCERS IN ST. LOUIS
What catches the eye of a reporter or producer? How do I communicate my message to the media? Are there things ‘not to do’? Get these questions and many more answered at the event on September 16!
WHAT: ST. LOUIS (August 25, 2014) – Fashion Group International ® (FGI) of St. Louis, Inc. is hosting the Meet the Press: Media Matters event on Tuesday, September 16, 2014 at Clear Channel Media + Entertainment, 1001 Highlands Drive W., Suite 200, St. Louis, MO 63110. At the event you can meet the top media influencers in St. Louis, find out insider tips and solid advice on how to maximize your media exposure and reach consumers in St. Louis and beyond.
WHO: FGI St Louis presents a unique roundtable with five of St. Louis’ top media people to know. Moderated by Allison Hawk Collinger, Principal, AHC Consulting LLC., a sought-after speaker, connector, big thinker and trainer, Collinger was formerly vice president of Fleishman-Hillard, Inc. and executive at the St. Louis Rams.
The Expert Panelists include:
Debra Bass, Fashion Editor, St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Sherry Farmer, On-Air Personality, Clear Channel Media + Entertainment
Angel James, Supervising Producer, Fox 2 News in the Morning & Fox 2 News at 9am
Christopher Ave, Political and National Editor, St. Louis Post-Dispatch/STLtoday.com
Julia Bishop-Cross, Owner, Catalyst Communications
WHEN: Tuesday, September 16, 6-8pm
Schedule of Events:
6:00pm Networking
6:30pm Media Expert Overview moderated by Allison with specific questions directed to each panelist in front of the crowd.
7:00 pm Media Roundtable (Breakout Sessions where event attendees can meet with each panelist one on one)
7:45pm Top Tips and Key Takeaways Moderated by Allison
8pm Closing remarks
WHERE: Clear Channel Media + Entertainment
1001 Highlands Plaza Drive W.
Suite 200
St. Louis, MO 63110
$30 Members; $45 Non Members; $15 Students
RSVP now to fgistl@yahoo.com
ABOUT: The Fashion Group International is a global non-profit professional organization with 6000 members worldwide in the fashion industry including apparel, accessories, beauty and home. The goals of the organization are:
to advance professionalism in fashion and its related lifestyle industries
to provide a public forum for important issues in the business of fashion
to present timely information regarding national and global trends
attain greater recognition of men’s and women’s achievements in business
For more information regarding FGI, please log onto www.fgi.org
by Mallory Wesley
WHAT: Fashion Blogger Party
WHERE: Rung Boutique (9739-9741 Manchester Rd, Rock Hill, MO 63119)
WHEN: August 14, 2014
When I first walked in to Rung boutique I was kindly greeted with a name tag and was welcomed to shop around Rung and Sprung, their attached sister boutique. Knowing that Rung and Sprung were both consignment shops, with 90% of their inventory donated from business and individuals, I wasn’t quite sure what to expect. As I first walked around Rung, I was very impressed with how well the abundance of merchandise was displayed, without being overwhelmed and crowded. One of the first things that I noticed was a simple black cocktail dress with asymmetrical embellishment at the neckline, which would be a perfect transition piece from a day at work to a night out. The Rung and sprung boutiques were supplied with many other women’s staple pieces and Rung even featured a designer clothing section, while Sprung had clothing for children and expecting mothers.
The items that caught my eye the most, however, were the accessories! The amount of various styles of earrings, statement necklaces, embellished handbags, and shoes galore was enough to keep me preoccupied for most of the night!
Although most of the jewelry is donated, Rung and Sprung boutiques also showcase a unique brand of jewelry called Hyper Haute. The brand features industrial necklaces; however, most of the pieces are on the expensive side compared to most of the other items and, especially as a college student, would take some saving.
As I continued to shop around, more and more bloggers arrived and we were all directed into the Sprung boutique for snacks and a fashion presentation. They first started the presentation by explaining Rung and Sprung’s goal, which is to benefit women and children in the St.Louis community by providing a high end boutique atmosphere and clothes to dress women for any job or aspiration while keeping prices low. They went on to explain that Rung and Sprung are non-profit organizations that donate proceeds to local women's and children’s charities. The presentation consisted of 5 trendy fall looks featuring clothing from Rung or Sprung and jewelry from Hyper Haute...
L to R: The first look consisted of skinny jeans paired with a watercolor shirt, and topped off with a structured jacket. The second look was a long sleeve, high-low dress, with an ethereal feel. The look was finished with a chunky Hyper Haute necklace. The third model wore a long sleeve chambray underneath a cheetah print sweater paired with skinny corduroy pants and black booties. She also carried an adorable mini red handbag. The fourth look, and my personal favorite, was a dark sequined cocktail dress paired with chic black heels and the amazing Hyper Haute ear cuff. The final look was a bold vintage, mod-style blue mini dress with a white geometric print. The model also wore silver arm cuffs adding to the vintage feel.
I am so glad I had the opportunity to attend the Rung and Sprung blogger party and meet so many interesting people while seeing how much fashion can do for the community, and finding a great new shopping spot!
XOXO,
Mallory
St. Louis, MO – August 25, 2014 Graphic! moves Atomic Cowboy on September 13th time Brainchild Events has produced anything at Atomic Cowboy. “Very excited to take over the new patio and get really creative” says Dwight Carter, Brainchild Events owner.
Graphic! is a visually stimulating runway show that recognizes the talent of graphic tee designers and artists by combining art, models and live entertainment all in one room. Designers featured in Graphic! Part II are By the People, ENK’D, Steryo Type, Clothing, Move In Silence (ATL-STL), Its Only Medicine, IMNEX and Vacay (KC-STL). Local alternative hip hop and rock band 12 to 6 Movement will play all night...even during the runway show!
Event Details:
-Doors open at 8:30pm
-After Party inside Atomic Cowboy starts directly afterwards ($5 if you choose to just attend the After Party)
-Live Art by Aerin Soroka
-Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door
-VIP Tickets are $30 (Includes New Belgium beer, a chance to win a $100 gift card to Tower Classic and
-10% - 20% off merchandise at vendor booths.
-For ticket information: https://graphic2.eventbrite.com
Graphic! was created by Brainchild Events and co-produced by IndyGround Entertainment. Sponsored by The Vital Voice, New Belgium, Foster Relations and The Riverfront Times.
About Brainchild Events
Brainchild Events is a full-service event management boutique firm that is the forefront of event marketing and event concept development, producing events such as fashion shows, charity galas, concerts, brand launches, and grand openings. A special focus is on “event infusions” that incorporate ideas and concepts within a festival, event week or single event. For more information, visit our website at brainchild.com, check out our Facebook page and follow us on Twitter @brainchildevent.
Do you like our trend reports and event coverage of local fashion events? Then take a quick second and please go nominate the geminijunemoon blog for the St. Louis Fashion Blog Awards...
blog name: geminijunemoon
blog url: www.geminijunemoon.com/blog
Here is the link to the nomination form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1ZpYgqud6sO5jDGkTVpjjvMVfhMfR6UKz_iYiaygHOpo/viewform
Images: Keleka Mobley
Foreward: June Ann D'Angelo
Seeing as how we are having some of our hottest days in St. Louis right now, we thought it would be the perfect time to preview the eccentric Spring/Summer 2015 collections that were showcased during Berlin Fashion Week in July 2014. Here are a few samples from some of our favorite collections.
by Keleka Mobley
This year’s Pins and Needles Design Competition produced by Brainchild Events on Saturday, August 2 showcased the work of four emerging designers. The lineup included St. Louis designer Jacqueline Madey of Jacqueline Nicole, Nikki Fizer of No Human Intentions from Kansas City, Truly Alvarenga of Pink Elephants Designs from Nashville and Jummy Thomas of Olá from Minnesota. Closing out the show was Paulie Gibson with his 2014 F/W menswear collection. Each designer brought their own aesthetic and creativity to the table making the show a diverse display of talent. In the end Pink Elephants won the competition followed by Jacqueline Nicole as the runner up. Here are the highlights:
Olá: Jummy Thomas's lineup included spring silhouettes that showed just the right amount of skin. A ditzy flower print and periwinkle blue was carried throughout the collection.
No Human Intentions: Nikki Fizer’s collection was filled with long silhouetted garments with juxtaposing seams. The hooded garments and gray-scale color scheme gave the collection a witchy vibe.
Jacqueline Nicole: This collection included trendy silhouettes such as the circle skirt and the cutout body- con dress. Garments also included mixed textures and an earthy & metallic color palette.
Pink Elephants: Truly Alvarenga’s designs included a varied use of fabric. Silhouettes also varied widely. This glamorous punk-rock collection ranged from a sequin jumpsuit to a orange velvet gown.
Pink Elephants: Alverenga had the most looks in her collection. Her collection stood out from the completion because she designed outside of the box. She played with interesting silhouettes and fabric choices while still keeping her
aesthetic identifiable and cohesive.
Paulie Gibson: Paul Gibson definitely showed his chic and clean menswear collection that has males all over St. Louis and the world a-buzz. He was the perfect headliner for such a fun event.
geminijunemoon was so excited to be a part of the event by making the goodie bags that went out to all the VIPs!!!
BTS with Jummy Thomas and her Ola' models.
BTS with No Human Intentions models before they walk the runway.
Next up for Brainchild Events: Graphic Part 2! This will be a fun runway show featuring local t-shirt designers and some of your favorite models, including the sassy Armanda Rahmoeller, Playboy model Kara Friedman and geminijunemoon founder, June Ann D'Angelo! Make sure to come back to the moon to catch all the details...press release should be up soon!
by Keleka Mobley
If you were like us, you were stuck over here in the States while all the fashionistas of the world were in Paris for Haute Couture Week July 6th-10th to see the biggest names in fashion present their Fall/Winter 2014-15 Haute Couture Collections.
Here are a few of our favorites:
Alexandre Vauthier: Vautheir calls women his heroines. His muses and clientele include Rihanna, Beyoncé, Kim Kardashian, and Rita Ora, so it’s no surprised that his F/W 2014 collection for the Haute Couture Paris spoke of women empowerment. The garments were sensual and glamorous. Studs and leather gave the collection an edgy vibe while fur coats and pearl embellishments added elegance.
Valentino: For this collection Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pierpaolo Piccioli modernized aspects of Roman folklore and mythology. Heavy embroidery and pleated tulle created a romantic feel. The Roman toga silhouette was updated with clean lines and leather ceintures. Strappy leather sandals and botanical embroidered motifs gave the collection a rustic elegance.
Zuhair Murad: The intricate geometrical designs in this collection were inspired by the architectural evolution in Beirut, Lebanon; the home base of the designer Zuhair Murad. Zuhair Murad is known for creating garments with classic cocktail and gala silhouettes. The architectural interpretation comes to light in the geometric embellishments.
Jean Paul Gaultier: Controversial designer Jean Paul Gaultier is always pushing the boundaries of what is fashionable and what is tacky. This is evident in the gold chain prints seen in his A/W 2014 haute couture show. He is also known for his interesting choice in models. His garments have been modeled by transgender, pregnant, and elder women. Therefore it shouldn’t have been a surprise when bearded drag queen, Conchita Wurst, walked down the runway modeling a black wedding gown. Overall the collection was black, red and full of dramatic glam!
Maison Martin Margiela: This collection was described as a “collective memory of haute couture” in the show’s program. The garments were thoughtfully pieced together using fabric samples collected from trade fairs and flea markets all around Paris and Brussels. Using scraps Margiela was able to create a beautiful and cohesive collection. These Artisanal designs are romantic with a touch of eastern Asia influence. Be sure to check out Maison Martin Margiela’s tumblr for an in-depth look on how each garment was created.
Christian Dior: “I was interested in the process of finding something extremely modern, through something very historical; particularly through a juxtaposition of different themes,” explains Raf Simons. "The historical inspiration is not the justification of the collection; it isn't its entire meaning. What I was attracted to was an idea of architectural construction - that is a very Dior attitude – and how the foundations of one era are based on another, how the future is based on the past; that is what I found fascinating (Dior.com).” Unlike many designers, Simons didn’t restrict himself to one decade for historical inspiration. He explored history as a whole in hope to define modern in a new light. The show had eight sections where silhouettes from the Marie Antoinette era to the flight exploration era were reinterpreted in a very Dior style. Delicate embroidery and embellishments along with a spring-like yet cool color selection keep the collection elegant and cohesive. Raf Simon share more about his inspiration on Dior.com
The full schedule was as follows (links bring you to Vogue Italia's coverage for each couture designer):
July 6th
19.30 - Atelier Versace
July 7th
10.00 - Schiaparelli
12.30 - On Aura Tout Vu
14.30 - Christian Dior
19.30 - Giambattista Valli
20.30 - Alexis Mabille
July 8th
10.00 - Chanel
13.30 - Bouchra Jarrar
14.30 - Stéphane Rolland
16.00 - Julien Fournié
17.30 - Armani Privé
19.00 - Alexandre Vauthier
July 9th
10.00 - Maison Martin Margiela
12.30 - Elie Saab
16.30 - Vionnet
14.30 - Jean Paul Gaultier
18.00 - Valentino
20.00 - Viktor & Rolf
July 10th
12.00 - Zuhair Murad
Sources: WGSN and Vogue
Be sure to check back for our update on Berlin Fashion Week!!! Coming soon to the geminijunemoon blog!
Free digital release of geminijunemoon's first release from the Breaking Kismet series... www.geminijunemoon.com/breaking-kismet
Today, the WWW takes on a new meaning and is actually what we're WATCHING!!! This morning I stumbled upon the most amazing documentary on Showtime called 'Gucci: The Director' that follows Gucci's Creative Director, Frida Giannini, into the iconic fashion house for 18 months!
Next showtime: Friday, August 15 at 12:15PM ET/PT on SHO WOMEN
Are you ready for the fall? This will be the Fall trends event that you will want to make sure is on your calendar! Neiman Marcus will be hosting a fall trends presentation of mannequins that were dressed by the Fashion Fund Board Members. Come meet some of the most influential members in the St. Louis fashion community and learn more about the St. Louis Fashion Fund while enjoying some yummy sips and savory bites from local restaurants such as Mathew's Kitchen, The Salted Pig, 612 Kitchen & Cocktails and more! Make sure to RSVP and I look forward to seeing you there!
Brainchild Events Present #Rockculture
A Tribute to Joan Jett
ST. LOUIS, 2014 - August 4. August 9th will be the third of three #rockculture tribute shows at The Gramophone in the Grove. #Rockculture is a concert series that feature local bands who pay tribute to musicians who are fashion icons or who have set cultural fashion trends around their music. Our next event is A Tribute to Joan Jett.
Joan Jett is an American rock guitarist, singer, songwriter, producer and occasional actress, best known for her work withJoan Jett & the Blackhearts. Hit records include "I Love Rock 'n' Roll", "Crimson and Clover", "I Hate Myself for Loving You", "Do You Wanna Touch Me", "Light of Day", "Love is All Around" and "Bad Reputation". She has been considered a style icon and featured in Style.com as their beauty icon.
The artists performing on August 9th th will be the following:
● Miss Pie and Jimmy Griffin
● The Mercs w/ Miss Pie
● Ramona Flowers
The Gramophone (4243 Manchester Rd) will host #Rockculture on August 9th. Doors open at 9pm and show starts at 10. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door.
Live Art by: Aerin Soroka
For ticket information: www.ticketfly.com
For more information on #rockculture visit www.brainchildevents.com and www.facebook.com/BrainchildSTL
Brainchild Events creates event concepts that form a new breed of trends and lifestyles.
