In the aftermath of trauma, it’s easy to fall into denial. One woman found that in order to regain control of her life, she had to first let go and admit that she was a victim.
ISSUE: Summer 2012
DEPT: My Story
STORY: Anastasia Kim
ISSUE: Summer 2012
DEPT: Audrey Style — Stylemakers
EDITOR: Anna M. Park
- Tam Tran’s specialty — rose cut diamonds set in 22-kt gold bands, left — as well as a selection of antique diamond rings available at Lost Wax.
In a world of cookie-cutter diamonds, it’s hard to find an engagement ring that’s less about weight and more about gravitas. Thankfully, fine jewelry designer Tam Tran specializes in the relatively uncommon rose-cut diamond. “Rose-cut is an old stone cut used during Victorian times, before electricity,” says Tran. “The stone was cut with uneven facets to maximize the brilliance of the diamond when reflected from the low gas lights during this time period.”
In addition to customized ring designs (22 karat is her gold of choice), Tran offers a selection of antique diamond rings at her studio/boutique Lost Wax in New York City. But it’s more than just jewelry — the studio incorporates a wealth of raw materials and metals for customized wearable art or even jewelry-making parties.
Don’t put anything past Janina Gavankar — the “trans-beige” actress can do it all.
ISSUE: Summer 2012
DEPT: Personalities
STORY: Jimmy Lee
The Hunger Games and G.I. Joe 2: Retaliation star Tara Macken is in a league of her own.
ISSUE: Summer 2012
DEPT: Personalities
STORY: Courtney Hong
Nichole Bloom makes her leading lady debut in the upcoming independent film, Model Minority.
ISSUE: Summer 2012
DEPT: Personalities
STORY: Courtney Hong
Street artist Phil Lumbang took a random doodle and turned it into a local phenomenon, not to mention a sweet living.
ISSUE: Summer 2012
DEPT: Personalities
STORY: Jimmy Lee
PHOTO: Diana King
What’s a Glamourbaby, you may ask? Well, it is much, much more than the implied wealth, clothes, jewels and superficial beauty. According to Ruby Veridiano, being Glamourbaby goes much further beyond these things.
It may have taken a while to convert, but in recent months, I have become an admitted accessories fiend. Though I used to shy away from jewelry, handbags and the like, in recent years, I’ve found myself scouring shops and the internet looking to add to my ever-growing collection. Not helping my new found addiction, the trends predicted for this upcoming fall are ones that are exciting, yet accessible and can easily help update any fall wardrobe.
Check out some of the trends to look out for this fall after the cut!
This fall, get inspired by the Michael Kors’ runway and keep your cheeks as the centerpiece of your makeup look! Also, keep reading to check out our product review of two blushes from the ever-popular makeup brand, MAC.
Keep reading after the cut for fall beauty!
