NICHE Fashion Resort 2017

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE 

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16 

EDITOR’S NOTE 

Not a one size fits all 

fashion world. 

ON OUR RADAR 

Rings are the hottest 

accessory for 2017. 

10 

2017 STYLE MAKER 

GWEN STEFANI 

A woman, musician, entrepreneur, 

mother and fashion designer - 

and she does it in a style that is 

all her own. Style maker. 

34 

EDITOR’S PICKS 

Eight new fashion, beauty and 

lifestyle products that you cannot 

live without in 2017. 

40 

56 

64 

BRITTANY GRAY 

6 products you need in 

your makeup bag. 

MODEL CITIZENS 

Super models share 

winter street fashion. 

ERIC HIMEL 

Winter layers are not 

business as usual. 

38 

GREENERY 

PANTONE COLOR 

OF THE YEAR 

It’s a fresh color for a 

new year, and brands 

are quick to include a 

little greenery.

18 

EXCLUSIVE! 

FUN & FASHION IN PUERTO 

VALLARTA, MEXICO 

The natural beauty of Mexico. NICHE 

magazine explores resort wear on the 

vibrant streets of Puerto Vallarta. 

66 

68 

74 

LIP LOVE 

Hard working seasonal 

balms you will fall for. 

TRAVELLING EDITOR 

Continental road trip to 

Napa Valley, CA. 

STREET STYLE 

Fab fashion bloggers 

from around the world. 

48 

42 

FASHION TRAVELS 

2 STYLISH DAYS IN PARIS 

NICHE spent forty eight hours in 

Paris, France. Come along and 

see the stylish hotel, amazing 

food and designer shopping 

spots you must see on your 

next trip to the City of Light. 

RESORT WEAR 2017 

78 

82 

FASHION FIX 

Pink is the new black 

this season. Is it for you? 

CLOUD NINE 

Chanel takes on Cuba. 

RESORT 2017 

3 COLLECTIONS WE LOVE! 

Three brands that are doing 

exciting things with Resort 2017 

collections: Zimmermann, Tory 

Burch and J.Crew. 



STYLE MAGAZINE 

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF | CREATIVE DIRECTOR 

TRACEY DRAKE 

SALES & CIRCULATION DIRECTOR 

STEVE DRAKE 

STYLE EDITOR 

JOSIE SALDAT 

CREATIVE & EDITORIAL 

Claudia Adaszewska, Samantha Angelo, Alex 

Arizmendy, Kathleen Barnes, Meagan Brandon, 

Jennifer Costanzo, Jane Cross, Elizabeth Dean, 

Steve Drake, Emily Foley, Gerardo Copado 

Studio, Brittany Gray, Eric Himel, Venecia 

Jiminez, Dale Jordan, Margarita Lemeshko, 

Isela Lugo, Pose Models MX, Puerto Vallarta 

Tourism, Gustavo Rivas, William Salcedo, Josie 

Saldat, Kimberly Smith, Sylvia Tennant, Gracie 

Welch, Ebba Zingmark 

PHOTOGRAPHY 

Patrycja Adaszewska, Adobe Stock, Tory 

Burch, Clarins Group, Calistoga Ranch, 

Brunello Cucunelli, Elizabeth Dean, Steve 

Drake, Everett Collection, FashionStock. 

com, Fashion Wire Press, Getty Images, 

Gimas, Go Runway, J.Crew, Betsey Johnson, 

Pennypincherfashion.com, Victor Kiev, Ralph 

Lauren, Lincoln Canada, Anton Oparin, 

Oscity, Pandora, Nikolay Podpryatov, Andrea 

Raffin, Lev Radin, Nata Sha, Shutterstock, 

Styleograph, Megan Scraper, Debbie Steeper, 

Style Cusp, Sunbeam, Tiffany & Co., TopFoto, 

Zaleska Collective, Zimmermann 

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from the 

EDITOR 

The possibilities of a fresh new year 

- I think it is something we all look 

forward to. Around the world, 2017 is 

going to be one for the history books - 

no doubt about it. 

NICHE has a different look to 

celebrate our fifth year; a new 

cover design and a refreshing new 

perspective inside the magazine as 

And one more thing - a few years ago, 

as a guest speaker at fashion week, I 

talked to the audience about being 

a full-figured woman in the fashion 

industry. I emphasized my belief that 

fashion is as unique as the woman 

who wears it. With the increase in 

media focus on body image, mental 

wellness and girl power confidence, 

which is long overdue, I have a goal 

Connect with 

Tracey online 

THIS IS NOT A 

ONE SIZE FITS ALL 

FASHION WORLD 

@TraceyDrakeEditor 

Follow Tracey online for daily 

fashion, beauty & lifestyle 

inspiration, events & contest 

giveaways just for you! 

well. More stunning fashion and 

beauty images, more exciting model, 

industry icons and celebrity editorial 

features, and a whole lot more current 

fashion photography. The NICHE 

team is also excited to bring you more 

exclusive content with dramatic photo 

shoots scheduled for locations around 

the globe. 

to celebrate every woman and every 

body in NICHE for the coming year. 

Let’s get this year started! Please enjoy 

NICHE magazine’s Resort Wear Issue, 

our first of 2017. 

Tracey Drake, EDITOR-IN-CHIEF 

tracey@NICHE.style 

Photography: Alana Kumar for The Bay Centre 

Wardrobe: Karl Lagerfeld, Hudson’s Bay 


STYLE MAKER

GWEN STEFANI. A woman who breaks the rules with 

elegance. A musician who marches to the beat of her own 

drum. A businesswoman who celebrates the uniqueness of her 

own brand. A fashion designer who has no fear. A style maker. 

by Josie Saldat 



When it comes to style, Gwen 

Stefani really has done it all. From 

blue hair, bindis, crop-tops and 

baggy pants, at age 47 Gwen Stefani 

is still marching to the beat of her 

own drum. With undoubtedly cool 

style that has been inspiring others 

since her launch into stardom at 

age 17, Stefani has paved her own 

pathway over the past two decades 

wearing bold clothing choices and 

simultaneously mixing up her image 

as she ages. Her ever-changing style 

keeps a common thread of being 

eclectic, colorful, edgy, whimsical 

and glamorous. Iconic style trends 

Stefani is noted for bringing to 

mainstream are punk rock plaids, 

fishnets, mesh and Harajuku girl 

aesthetic – all contributing to her 

well-deserved status as a style guru. 

Singing and songwriting alongside 

her band No Doubt in the early 

90’s, Stefani gained a distinctive 

personal style and quickly became 

a powerful figure, wowing fans 


with her uncommon wardrobe that 

reflected her songs and voice. With 

an obvious passion for design, 

Stefani worked alongside stylists to 

create garments that she wore on 

stage during early performances. 

In 2003, Stefani ventured into the 

fashion industry by becoming one 

of the first pop stars to bridge the 

world of fashion and music with 

her two of her own clothing lines: 

‘L.A.M.B’ and ‘Harajuku Lovers’. 

By translating her imaginative 

style into her collections, Stefani’s 

designs were now accessible for 

followers and fans, resulting 

in much success to this day. 

Transformation is what 

Stefani is known for. 

With each song and album comes 

an emotional journey that is seen 

through fashion choices and 

imagery to coincide. Launching 

her solo music career in 2004, 

Stefani released catchy topcharting 

album ‘Love. Angel. 

Music. Baby,’. Stefani’s inspiration 

stemmed from the culture of 

Harajuku, a neighborhood in 

Tokyo known for its fashionable 

residents. Switching out her 

signature abs and ska roots, Stefani 

embodied her album through 



her fashion choices of Japanese 

influences, vibrant colors, quirky 

accessories and unique silhouettes. 

A reflection of monumental 

moments in Stefani’s life, she 

reinvented herself in 2006 during 

the time of her The Sweet Escape 

release. Stefani modified her 

image with inspiration from 

Michelle Pfeiffer’s character in the 

1983 Scarface, which was evident 

through bold 70’s bangs, with ultra 

glamour and sleek silhouettes. 

Stefani has always worn outfits 

that only she could pull off for red 

carpet appearances. Tuxedo and a 

cane, bloomer pants over fishnets 

and shorts at age 47; Stefani is 

always evolving and staying true 

to her original and ever-youthful 

sense of self. Stefani continues 

to grace covers of international 

magazines, stays in the buzz 

for street style choices and is a 

frequent favorite on the red carpet. 

From the Marchesa ombré dress 

worn to the Glamour Woman of 

the Year Awards (at which she was 

honored) to wardrobe when out 

with her three sons, Stefani shifts 

into a new character each day. 

Combining modern tomboy, 

sporty chic, rocker and old school 

glamour with a motherly touch 

of sophistication, Gwen Stefani 

proves that trends may change, 

but she will never go out of style. 

No doubt about it. 




RING 

[in] 

THE NEW YEAR 

by Tracey Drake 

2017 will go down as the year of the 

statement ring. Finger accessories that are 

beautiful, unique and with a point of view. 

Silver metals will continue to be popular 

through 2017, with rose gold fading, and 

although stackables remain on trend, there 

is a slight shift to chunkier styles. From 

high-end bling to fashion rings, NICHE 

rounded up a few of our favorite brands, 

and their current collections of ring candy. 

A little something for every taste here. 

[editor’s edition] 

ZALESKA COLLECTIVE 

Zaleska FINE collection in sterling silver and 

18K gold with sacred stones for healing. 

Shown above. Prices and stock vary. 

zaleska.ca 

TRACI LYNN JEWELRY 

Big, bold and beautiful, these modern 

rings are ideal for making a personal 

statement. With an obvious nod to 

post-modernism, they chunky rings 

exude an urban attitude and are easy 

on the budget too! 

Pearlception silver-tone ring, $38.00 

Squared gold-tone ring, $28.00 

tracilynnjewelry.com 


PANDORA 

We know Pandora for their charm 

bracelets and stacking rings. Say hello 

to the other personalities of Pandora - 

modern and playful, sleek and elegant 

Shimmering Ocean wrap ring, $135.00 

Cultured Elegance pearl ring, $50.00 

pandora.net 

BETSEY JOHNSON 

A woman with the most 

imagination in the fashion 

industry, Betsey knows how to 

keep it light and playful. 

Blue star ring, $38.00 

Hearts+Arrows Pave ring, $55.00 

betseyjohnson.com 

TIFFANY & CO. 

Everyone knows Tiffany for their 

engagement rings, but they do 

upscale fashion jewelry very well. 

From two of our favorite collections, 

these rings are perfect for every 

day wear but will never go 

unnoticed. 

Tiffany Notes sterling silver wide 

band ring, $250.00 

Paloma’s Sugar Stacks 18k 

Amethyst ring, $1,450.00 

tiffany.com 



fashiontravels 

NICHE magazine was on location for seven days of tropical 

Mexican sun, fun and fashion. Here is a look at our favorite 2017 

resort wear looks from amazing locations in Puerto Vallarta, 

Mexico. Check out 50+ more photos at www.NICHE.style 

#FASHIONTRAVELS 


PHOTOGRAPHY 

Steve Drake @NICHEmagazine 

STYLIST 

Josie Saldat @NICHEmagazine 

MODELS 

Isela Lugo @isela.lugo 

Venecia Jiminez @venecia_jimenez 

POSE MODELS MX @posemodelsmx 

MAKEUP ARTIST 

Gracie Welch @wakeupandvogue 

HAIR STYLISTS 

William Salcedo @willy.sac 

Alex Arizmendy @alexarizmendy 

FASHION 

Hudson’s Bay @hudsonsbay 

Gerardo Copado Studio @gerardo_copado 

Cassandra Shaw Jewelry @cassandrashawjewelry 

Mayfair Optometric Clinic @mayfairoptometric 

Myskova Boutique, Puerto Vallarta 

Catedral Boutique Artesanal, Puerto Vallarta 

PV SHOOT LOCATIONS 

Mantamar Beach Club Hotel Mousai 

Hotel Catedral Vallarta Gringo Gulch 

Rio Cuale Market Galeria Colectika 



THE LOOK 

Design Lab floral bikini, Hudson’s 

Bay. Silver double diamond drop 

earrings, Cassandra Shaw. 


Shot on location at Mantamar 

Beach Club, Puerto Vallarta 



Shot on location at Mantamar 

Beach Club, Puerto Vallarta 


THE LOOKS 

(left & above) 

Captiva two-piece blue paisley 

swimsuit, Hudson’s Bay. Ray- 

Ban glasses in 3447 Gold with 

Copper Flash, Mayfair Optometric 

Clinic. Silver earrings and multistone 

choker, Cassandra Shaw. 

Headscarf, Cassandra Shaw. 

(right) 

Ray-Ban glasses in 3447 Gold 

with Copper Flash. Jimmy Choo 

Dana Havana tortoise sunglasses. 

Mayfair Optometric Clinic. 



Shot on location on the 

rooftop at Hotel Mousai, 

Puerto Vallarta 


THE LOOKS 

(left) 

Polka dot one-piece swimsuit, 

Myskova Boutique. White 

brimmed sun hat, Myskova 

Boutique. Silver and shell stone 

ring, Cassandra Shaw. Guess 

7401P matte black sunglasses, 

Mayfair Optometric Clinic. 

(right) 

Profile black one-piece bandeau 

laser cut swimsuit, Hudson’s 

Bay. Silver geometric earrings, 

Cassandra Shaw. 



Shot on location on the beach at 

Mantamar Beach Club and inside 

Hotel Catedral, Puerto Vallarta 


THE LOOKS 

(left) 

Highline coral top, Hudson’s 

Bay. Design Lab two-piece floral 

swimsuit, Hudson’s Bay. Multicolored 

belt, stylist’s own. Sleek 

modern brown & silver drop 

earrings, Cassandra Shaw. 

(right) 

Handmade modern Mexican 

mini dresses, Catedral Boutique 

Artesanal. Colorful beaded 

necklace and head beads, Catedral 

Boutique Artesanal. Silver ball 

drop earrings, Cassandra Shaw. 



THE LOOKS 

(above) 

Gold and white jumpsuit, Gerardo Copado 

Studio. Turquoise and silver collar necklace, 

silver ring, geometric silver earrings, Cassandra 

Shaw. 

(left) 

Tommy Hilfiger striped dress, Hudson’s Bay. 

Steve Madden black ballet flats, Hudson’s Bay. 

Silver collar necklace with red cross accent, silver 

bracelet, white hoop earrings, Cassandra Shaw. 

(opposite right) 

Denim and Supply by Ralph Lauren white 

floor-length dress, Hudson’s Bay. Vibrant waist 

belt, Puerto Vallarta market. Red heart necklace, 

Jorge Palacios. Colorful headbeads, Catedral 

Boutique Artesanal. Turquoise and silver ring, 

red and silver ring, Cassandra Shaw. 


Shot on location at Hotel 

Mousai and Gringo Gulch, 





Shot on location at Galeria 

Colectika and Gringo Gulch, 


THE LOOKS 

(opposite page) 

Champs polka dot dress, 

Hudson’s Bay. Circus by 

Sam Edelman gladiator 

sandals, Hudson’s Bay. 

Silver earrings, silver ring, 

silver bracelet with stone 

accents, Cassandra Shaw. 

(left) 

IMNYC floral printed dress, 

Hudson’s Bay. Vibrant waist 

belt, Puerto Vallarta market. 

Silver bracelet, silver heart ring, 

silver collar necklace with circle, 

Cassandra Shaw. 

(above) 

Beige and turquoise dress, 

Gerardo Copado Studio. Silver 

square earrings, silver collar 

necklace with stone accents, 

silver multi-finger ring with coral 

accent, Cassandra Shaw. 



THE LOOKS 

(above) 

Halston multi-color resort dress, Hudson’s Bay. 

Circus by Sam Edelman black gladiator sandals, 

Hudson’s Bay. Turquoise and silver collar 

necklace, silver and turquoise ring, two layered 

silver bracelets, Cassandra Shaw. (Far right: 

Steve Madden black sneakers, Hudson’s Bay). 

(far right) 

Noisy May white top, Hudson’s Bay. b.tempt’d cobalt 

blue bralette, Hudson’s Bay. Halston multi-color 

culottes, Hudson’s Bay. Design Lab silver shoes 

Hudson’s Bay. Silver drop round earrings, layered silver 

bracelets with stone accents, Cassandra Shaw. 


Shot on location at Hotel Mousai and Rio 

Cuale Market, Puerto Vallarta 



8 

new 

things you 

CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT 

As each new year is ushered in, so are new products that make 

life easier and are just amazing to have around. NICHE reviewed 

hundreds of new fashion, beauty and lifestyle products and these 

are our editor’s picks - products that you need in your life in 2017. 

NICHE 

Editorʼs Picks 

SUNBEAM 

WINTERLUXE DUAL 

HEATED BLANKET 

Heated blankets used to be so 

unattractive. But the lure of a warm 

bed kept me searching for a stylish 

solution. This new quilted blanket 

gently wraps you in warmth and 

is fashionable all day long. Dual 

controllers feature 20 heat settings 

and 10 hour auto-off functionality 

sunbeam.com 

MAYBELLINE 

BROW PRECISE® 

FIBER VOLUMIZER 

Brow mascaras are often 

disappointing. Not this one! Brow 

Precise delivers full, colored brows in 

a few easy strokes. Brows get precisely 

three-dimensional thanks to a fiberinfused 

gel formula and a unique 

tapered spoon brush. 

maybelline.com 

LA PRAIRIE 

AM/PM LINE 

INTERCEPTION CREAM 

POWER DUO 

This is your year to age gracefully! 

In just 14 days and 14 nights, this 

amazing duo fights all types of 

wrinkles and is a real, effective 

alternative to professional procedures. 

laprairie.com 

FARMACY 

MAKEUP MELTAWAY 

CLEANSING BALM WITH 

ECHINACEA GREENENVY 

A farm-to-face nourishing organic 

cleansing balm that instantly melts 

into the skin, dissolves away makeup 

and pollution residue, and refines the 

skin for a youthful complexion. 

farmacybeauty.com 


CLARINS 

4-COLOR ALL-IN-ONE PEN 

Remember those cool multi-color 

retractable pens from high school? 

The same - only for your face! 3 for 

eyes (black, brown, indigo blue), and 

1 for lips (natural pinkish beige). 

Perfect for purse or travel for easy 

one-click lining whenever you need a 

quick refresh. 

clarins.com 

SAECO 

GRANBARISTO AVANTI BLUETOOTH 

CONNECTED ESPRESSO MAKER 

If you cannot start your day without coffee, it 

should be great coffee that you can make from 

bed! Using the 

bluetooth app on 

your phone or tablet, 

order the perfect 

espresso, Americano, 

latte, cappuccino 

or macchiato, You 

customize cup size, 

boldness and even 

how hot you want 

your beverage served. 

philips.com 

TORY BURCH 

KERRINGTON SQUARE 

TOTE IN HOPEWELL 

Carrying two bags is so 2016. You 

need a multi-tasking everyday tote 

that can manage your laptop and 

your life. This is it. Holds a 15” laptop, 

magazine, small water bottle, wallet, 

a small makeup bag, sunglasses and 

an iPhone 6 Plus. Shown in Hopewell 

floral and available in other sizes, 

colors and patterns. 

toryburch.com 

FITBIT 

FLEX 2 ROSE 

GOLD BANGLE 

If you are one of those women who 

have resisted the Fitbit craze because 

the band is, well, not very stylish - 

your wait is over! In 2017, transform 

your tracker into jewelry with this 

hand-polished bangle in 22K rose 

gold plate. Same great technology 

with a whole new street style. 

fitbit.com 






Each year, Pantone selects a color 

to represent the new year. For 2017, 

that color is “Greenery”. It is a fresh 

take on an otherwise overdone and 

often ho-hum shade. Although 

not an easy shade to pull off, 

especially if you have a lot of yellow 

undertones in your skin, it is a very 

refreshing color that will brighten 

up a wardrobe. In moderation, it 

can be the perfect punch of color. 

Think accessories, bags, shoes 

and even makeup, in moderation. 

DELPOZO 

Spring 2017 


CYNTHIA ROWLEY 

Spring 2017 

PRADA 

54mm Cat Eye Sunglasses 

BUTTER LONDON 

Greenery Nail Lacquer 

NICHOLAS KIRKWOOD 

Eclipse Laceup Flat Sandal 

PANTONE 

Color Of The Year 

GREENERY 

A REFRESHING AND 

REVITALIZING SHADE, 

SYMBOLIC OF NEW 

BEGINNINGS. 

DAVID YURMAN 

Petite Albion Ring 

GIORGIO ARMANI 

Macro-Color Eyeshadow 

KATE SPADE 

Initial Notebook 



Brittany’s 

makeup bag 

Being in the beauty world for more than a decade, I have come to know which staples I cannot live 

without when it comes to my daily beauty regime. These product favorites are items I use daily, 

especially because they take less thought and guesswork when I am constantly on the go. 

Here are my must-have beauty products list for 2017. 

1 2 3 

DIOR 

1-Minute Mask 

Being a business owner, 

entrepreneur, wife, new mom 

and the wearer of many hats, 

I love products that pack a big 

punch in a very short amount of 

time. This Dior Capture Totale 

Dreamskin 1-minute mask does 

the trick in a minute to keep my 

skin looking dewy, blemish free 

and refreshed. 

CAUDALIE 

Beauty Elixir 

This toning mist is inspired by 

Queen Isabelle of Hungary’s 

famous elixir of youth! It is an 

amazing priming spray before 

makeup to lock it all in, and is 

suitable for all skin tones. Fresh 

and invigorating, pack a small 

bottle in your purse and spritz 

throughout the day for an instant 

pick me up! 

CLARINS 

Skin Boosters 

These Clarins Skin Boosters 

are a new addition to my daily 

beauty regime that I love. There 

are three options: detox, energy 

and repair. Depending on which 

of the three that you need, you 

add a few drops (about 5) to your 

moisturizer for an extra boost. 

Feel free to mix them together for 

greater impact! 


BRITTANY GRAY is a 

beauty expert, entrepreneur and 

nationally recognized actress and 

television personality. She is the 

founder of Fancy Face Inc., one of 

Canada’s top luxury mobile beauty 

companies, specializing in hair and 

makeup services for weddings, 

special events, entertainment 

industry functions, and celebrity 

glamour. Online at fancyface.ca 

#WHATSINMYBAG 

4 5 6 

DAVINES 

Solu Clarifying Shampoo 

Ever since I’ve gone au naturel 

with my hair, I’ve noticed that 

clarifying shampoo works best 

for me to keep my hair bouncy, 

full, and soft. Davines is a brand 

I swear by! I also love using their 

Oi spray leave in treatment once 

I step out of the shower. It has a 

luxurious fragrance and works 

wonders for the hair. 

LUSH 

Bath Bombs 

I am a new user of this Lush 

product and I’m hooked! These 

bath bombs are jam-packed 

with relaxing elements, are 

encapsulating with amazing 

scents and come in beautiful 

colors and shapes. Try Tisty 

Tosty a heart shaped bomb with 

rosebuds that will romantically 

float in your tub. 

KLORANE 

Dry Shampoo 

Amazing for those days when 

you don’t have time to wash your 

hair and need the extra lift! I only 

like to wash my fine hair twice a 

week to keep it from drying out. 

For days in between washes, I use 

Klorane Dry Shampoo. It’s by far 

the best one that I have tried and 

I really love that it doesn’t have a 

harsh smell. 



Travel 

with 

NICHE 

to 

PARIS 


y Sylvia Tennant 

& Megan Scraper 

There is something that 

ignites the creative part of my 

soul when I reminisce about my 

weekend in Paris. I remember 

the effortless sophistication of 

French street style, and how 

beautiful the Eiffel tower looked 

when it twinkled in the rain. 

In a world where hours seem to 

disappear instantly, I challenged 

myself to explore this city 

while being as present as 

possible, with the goal of making 

my first weekend in Paris feel twice 

as long. 

The popularity of this city and 

the expected swarms of tourists 

did not stop me from enjoying 

the famed hot spots that are 

listed in every guidebook. I 

wandered cobblestone streets 

dwarfed by buildings rich with 

history and opulent décor. My 

advice? Seek out the local culture 

by exploring with the loosest of 

plans, for there are gems veiled 

within every neighborhood. Paris 

truly is champagne for the eyes. 



SLEEP 

Hotel Plaza 

Athénée 

is the quintessential haven for 

fashionistas who appreciate its 

haute couture address. Nestled 

within a row of luxury fashion 

houses, the location is ideal for 

serial shoppers and those who 

prefer to explore Paris on foot (the 

Eiffel Tower and Seine River are a 

five-minute walk from the front 

steps). Many glamorous tales are 

woven into the historic tapestry of 

this palace, but none are as epic as 

the relationship Christian Dior had 

with the hotel. With his landmark 

couture headquarters located just 

next door, he used the Plaza Athénée 

as his playground beginning in 

the late 1940’s, often sketching in 

the courtyard and photographing 

models with his newest designs. 

Hotel Tips: The Eiffel Suites at the 

Plaza Athénée are jaw-dropping. 

Complete with marble bathrooms, 

king-sized beds, and luxurious 

living rooms, they prominently 

feature a first-class view of the 

tower through oversized, framed 

windows. In the evening, this view 

is simply magical, and best enjoyed 

with a glass of champagne in hand. 

Start the day with an early morning 

pampering session at Europe’s only 

Dior Institut, but do not miss the 

unsurpassed brunch service at 

Restaurant Alain Ducasse. 

Hôtel Plaza Athénée in Paris 

25 avenue Montaigne 

dorchestercollection.com 


EAT 

A mid-afternoon pain 

au chocolat at Le Blé 

Sucrée (7 rue Antoine Vollon) is 

both easy on the eyes and the wallet. 

This is the place to over-order from 

the gorgeous rows of pastries and 

breads that line the cases. 

No visit to Paris is complete without 

a fine dining experience. 114 

Faubourg Brasserie is a Michelinstarred 

restaurant located within 

Le Bristol Paris. Murals of colorful 

dahlias line the walls, adding joyful 

energy to the warm, formal dining 

room. Chef Jean-Charles Cauquil 

approaches traditional French 

dishes with a parisienne-style twist 

and creates multi-course offerings 

with confident innovation. Their 

sommelier is conversant and quick 

to honor the local artisans who 

provide their finest vintages to 

the Brasserie. You must try the 

artichoke soup with pan-seared foie 

gras and black truffle. 

114 Faubourg Brasserie 

Le Bristol Paris 

112 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré 

lebristolparis.com 



WEAR 

Polished chic 

sophistication. 

I visited between seasons when 

subtle fur details, impeccably 

tailored jackets, and patent brogues 

were popping up everywhere. Bring 

your best and be open to the fact 

that after a shopping visit La Fayette, 

you’ll probably come home with an 

extra suitcase full of inspiration. 

SHOP FOR VINTAGE: Didier 

Ludot is a boutique with a gorgeous 

selection of vintage and haute 

couture. Stop in, even if just for a 

look. Should you prefer the thrill 

of the hunt, many vintage markets 

take place across the city. If you’re 

visiting on a weekend, do your 

homework – it’s likely that there 

will be an event happening nearby. 


WANDER 

Walking 

shoes 

are essential for a weekend in Paris. 

Much can be seen while strolling 

along the Seine River, and some of 

history’s most celebrated painters 

(Matisse, Monet, and Seurat, for 

example) found inspiration in its 

beauty. I highly recommend both 

the Panthéon and Notre-Dame as 

excellent time-conscious tourist 

spots, but my favorite afternoon 

was spent wandering the Egyptian 

Antiquities section of the Louvre. 

Choosing a focus was integral to 

budgeting time in the museum. 

Don’t worry, there are plenty of 

works to appreciate en route to your 

chosen exhibit. Paris is a wanderer’s 

city, and I encourage you to find 

your own bliss within the bustle. 

Mine was most often a charcuterie 

board and glass of red wine. 



Zimmermann Tropicale Flutter Fringe Throw Over with Fringe Self-Tie 


GETTING AWAY WITH 

GREAT STYLE 


Resort 2017 has turned out to be an exceptional 

season for fashion. What used to be thought of 

as a stopgap between fall and spring to increase 

design house revenues is transforming into a 

stylish and much wanted fashion season. More 

and more designers are creating Resort and 

Swim collections, and Resort 2017 is certainly 

fun, whimsical, inspiring and seasonally on 

point. Whether you live in a warm climate 

or are headed to an amazing tropical island 

this winter, NICHE wants to share sneak 

peeks of three perfect Resort 2017 collections 

- Zimmermann, Tory Burch and J.Crew. 

FASHION 

FORWARD 



ZIMMERMANN 

Resort 2017 

At first glance you might think Chloe 

designed this resort collection, but 

look closely, appreciate the details 

and bask in the subtle nuances 

that are clearly Zimmermann. If 

you were not planning a winter 

getaway, the sheer romance and 

elegance of this collection will 

have you booking a plane ticket. 

zimmermannwear.com 

Gossamer Scallop Dress, Link Tie Flat 


Caravan Bow Smock Dress, Link Tie Flat, Soft Structure Straw Hat 

Tropicale Antique Dress 



TORY BURCH 

Resort 2017 

Let’s be honest - Tory Burch is the 

queen of fashion for the up-andcoming 

easy going woman who 

yearns for a life and a wardrobe 

that is effortless and totally put 

together. Bright colors, fresh 

patterns, modern silhouettes and 

pieces that will easily make the 

transition back into normal life 

after vacation make this Resort 

2017 collection a brilliant one. 

toryburch.com 

Kingston Sweater, Bay Low Rise Bikini Bottoms 

Gemini Link Bag, Smoking Slippers 


Lindo Sweater, Cay Pants, Isle Slides 

Kelso Gown 



Halter bow-tie floral one-piece swimsuit 

Scoopback one-piece swimsuit 

Shoulder-tie one-piece swimsuit 


J.CREW 

Vacation 2017 

However you wear J.Crew, it creates 

a look that says stylish and on trend 

without trying too hard. The 2017 

Vacation collection is no exception; 

swimsuits that are free of fuss and 

frills but with a definitive air of 

sophistication. This collection packs 

light, wears well and serves up the 

perfect affordable fashion statement 

for today’s beach loving girl. 

Striped v-neck cotton-merino wool sweater, 

Italian matte bikini bottom 

jcrew.com 



MODEL

CITIZENS 

ALEXA | TAYLOR | FEI FEI 

NICHE.STYLE . 57


Highly immersed in the fashion 

industry, Alexa Chung is 

everywhere. For a New York 

city girl in the spotlight, it is 

important to dress to impress. 

Chung mixes up casual street 

wear with great winter coats in 

all different styles, shapes and 

patterns. Keeping it interesting 

is what landed Chung in fashion 

show front rows and to the top of 

fashion influencers A-list. 

ALEXA’S WINTER GO TO: 

Keeping her top half cozy and 

warm while keeping it casual with 

denim and boots. 

ALEXA CHUNG 





One of the new additions to the 

Victoria’s Secret Angels, Colorado 

native, Taylor Hill knows that 

off-duty style is as important as onduty. 

Now age 20, Hill was the new 

breakout star at New York Fashion 

Week, walking in a ten high profile 

designer shows. Not only is she 

starring in Victoria’s Secret holiday 

campaign and walking in their 

annual show, but also is the face of 

fashion label, Thakoon. 

TAYLOR’S WINTER GO TO: 

Statement coat paired with a knit 

scarf to ease the New York chill. 

TAYLOR HILL 



Fei Fei Sun is a Chinese fashion 

model currently working in New 

York City. This fresh faced beauty 

made her first international 

runway debut in 2010 walking 

for Christopher Kane. Since then 

Sun has appeared in many global 

magazines and landed her first 

campaign in spring 2011. Sun has 

paved a path for Chinese models in 

the industry and made history as 

the first Asian model to star on the 

cover of Italian Vogue. 

FEI FEI’S WINTER GO TO: 

Sun keeps warm in the New York 

weather by topping off her outfit 

with a boxy structured coat. 


FEI FEI SUN 



Eric Himel’s 

STYLISH LIFE 

ERIC HIMEL 

is a widely known celebrity stylist, 

fashion and media personality. Himel 

attended Parson’s School 

of Design and trained under Project 

Runway’s Tim Gunn, then moved to 

Los Angeles and began his styling 

career, expanding his business across 

North America. Himel’s roster of 

celebrity clientele has included Jenny 

McCarthy, Giuliana Rancic, Pete 

Wentz, and Gabby Douglas. He’s 

best known for his signature Closet 

Purge and now leverages the online 

landscape, offering Virtual Styling 

Sessions - erichimel.com 

FORM VERSUS FUNCTION 

Warmth versus style. Are they 

mutually exclusive? Not if you 

know what you’re doing. Just like 

bonsai and origami, layering is an 

art and a skill. Consideration of 

fit, fabrication, color and style all 

get exponentially multiplied when 

layering an outfit. Indoor and 

outdoor fluctuating temperatures, 

weather extremes, and dress code 

mandates can change throughout 

the day, making layering not just 

a choice but a winter necessity. 

Ralph Lauren 

WINTER 

LAYERS 

ARE NOT 

BUSINESS AS 

USUAL 

WORK 

Layering the same color can make 

an outfit look bulky and give an 

overall flat appearance. Play with 

patterns and textures to give the 

look added depth and interest. 

Exposing some skin when and 

where you can (i.e. - rolling up the 

sleeves on a blazer or exposing a 

hint of leg with a wool culotte) 

will keep you looking chic yet 

staying warm at the same time. 

64 . RESORT 2017 

Ralph Lauren

PARTY 

A blazer or cardigan is the most 

natural way to layer for a party 

look but you should never look 

boring or under dressed. Make 

sure a blazer is dressy enough to 

compliment the fabrication of a 

dress. Choose a long or chunky 

cardigan that juxtaposes what’s 

underneath giving it a style yinyang 

effect. Or throw a patterned 

serape over a plain blazer to up 

the look and for added comfort. 

The key is to look like you threw 

the topper on for style when 

in reality it was for warmth. 

PLAY 

Layering for play or weekends 

is easy: Start with your chicest 

warm coat like a shearling and 

then work your way inwards. A 

blazer or cardigan over a blouse or 

t-shirt topped off with the softest 

of oversized scarves will allow 

you to takeoff any piece as needed 

throughout your day! Pair with 

an oversized tote that will hold 

your hat, scarf, gloves and any 

layer you are not wearing inside. 

ERIC’S STYLE TIPS 

. A belt is your friend to define your waist over 

multiple, bulky materials. 

. Try a vest over a sweater or blouse - it adds weight 

without the added layer on your arms. 

. Utilize an oversized scarf that can double as a shawl 

which can also be belted. 

. Throw an embellished blazer over a long dress to 

get a dressy look with added warmth. 

. Multiple layers can be stifling indoors so expose 

your décolletage with deep V necklines to allow for 

breathability. 

Brunello Cucinelli 



BALMY RELIEF FOR DRY, WINTER LIPS 

Winter is no friend to your skin, and lips take the worst beating of 

all. Cold temperatures, exposure to wind and other harsh elements 

and lack of hydration all lead to dry, cracked and unattractive 

lips. So, I headed to Sephora on a mission to find and test 

effective lip balms with go-anywhere portability. These are my six 

recommendations for lovely balms that will rescue your tender lips. 

All products shown are available at Sephora 

LIP LOVE 

by Emily Foley 


BOBBI BROWN 

Winter Lip Balm 

Specially formulated with wheat 

germ, avocado and olive oils, this 

non-greasy lightly tinted lip balm 

gives lips a protective layer that 

soothes and protects lips. Shown in 

Raspberry Natural Finish. 

FRESH SUGAR 

Nourishing Lip Balm 

Combat dryness, rough texture and 

fine lines with this ultra-nourishing 

formula that smoothens and softens 

lips while delivering a soft sheen 

and subtle sugar mint flavor. Shown 

in Raspberry Natural Finish. 

ROSEBUD PERFUME CO. 

Winter Rose Lip Balm 

Created exclusively for and only 

available at Sephora, this multipurpose 

ultra-popular minty 

lip balm soothes dry lips, heals 

irritation, and soothes minor burns. 

Shown in Mocha Rose with Vanilla. 

DIOR 

Creme de Rose Lip Balm 

The most refined multi-tasking 

lip balm that soothes, plumps, 

hydrates, and protects lips with 

SPF 10. Lips are visibly hydrated 

by more than 32%, six hours after 

application. Shown in Satin Finish. 

TOO COOL FOR SCHOOL 

Dinoplatz Lip Balm 

A go-to winter product that deeply 

penetrates, offering maximum 

lip defense and hydration, while 

plumping lips and soothing 

sensitive skin. Shown in Peach 

Melba. 

GIVENCHY 

Hydra Sparkling Balm 

A lip and cheek balm that 

instinctively harmonizes with 

every skin tone for a customized, 

radiant flush of color. This balm is 

fragranced with the Gloss Interdit 

perfume. Shown in Rosy Glow. 



the 

editor 

when was the last time you saw 

something for the first time? 


You know - it’s funny. Although I 

travel a lot and appreciate good 

wine, I’d never been drawn to 

Napa Valley. And although I love 

luxury cars, I’ve never considered 

myself a Lincoln kind of girl. 

My grandfather drove a Lincoln. 

It was this big, black imposing car 

that seemed to take up two city 

blocks. So no one was as surprised 

as me to learn that the 2017 Lincoln 

Continental is sleek, luxurious and 

truly sexy. It has enough curves 

to satisfy my need for a little 

femininity in my car. Definitely 

not my grandpa’s Lincoln. 

And so it happened, that over 

the course of a 3-day road trip to 

Calistoga Ranch and through Napa 

Valley, I learned a little more about 

myself and a lot about the future 

of fine wines and luxury vehicles. 


A CONTINENTAL ROAD TRIP THROUGH NAPA VALLEY 



THE FINER POINTS 

• Getting Here: From San Francisco International Airport, by way 

of the Bay Bridge, it took us one hour and fi fty minutes to reach 

Calistoga Ranch. It was an easy, scenic drive that set the tone for 

our 3-day road trip weekend. 

• Spa: Nestled in the wooden canyon, The Auberge Spa at Calistoga 

Ranch is a rejuvenating natural Napa spa sanctuary. Try the 

Calistoga Cure - a therapeutic body scrub followed by a private 

outdoor mud bath and concluding with a classic massage. 

• Dining: World class menus that are inspired by local food and wine. 

If you get the chance, have dinner in Calistoga Ranch’s famous 

Wine Cave - a truly unique dining experience. 

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Calistoga Ranch is a quiet oasis, 

tucked into the natural beauty of 

Napa Valley, California. This place 

- it personifies the word retreat. 

Calistoga Ranch is an Auberge 

Resorts Collection hotel. They 

proudly boast that this is a place 

where nature is the primary 

amenity. They got it right. 

The 157 acre property features an 

enchanting lane way (photo left), 

majestic rolling hills, ancient forests 

and a private lake. There are fifty 

rooms in total, but you rarely see 

other guests as each of the private 

lodges is set amidst lush forests. 

We stayed in a one-bedroom lodge 

(shown right) and it was so private 

and restful. With bedroom and 

living room in separate buildings, 

it felt Balinese in design. Our 

outdoor deck, which featured a 

fireplace, comfy lounge chairs and 

a sunken hot tub, nicely bridged 

the two buildings. Each lodge 

is enveloped in nature, and the 

lulling sounds of a rocky stream 

passed by our bedroom window. 

With an outdoor swimming pool, 

award winning spa, and several 

dining options, you could stay put 

and go nowhere at all. I was thrilled 

that I was able to visit the chicken 

coop and gather my own farm fresh 

eggs for my morning breakfast. 

Calistoga Ranch is the kind 

of place where you can truly 

retreat to reconnect with 

yourself, your partner and with 

nature. There are more than 

80 vineyards in the Calistoga 

region, so you are well situated 

for day trips to as many different 

wineries as you care to sample. 




Napa Valley was made for road 

tripping and enjoying the scenery 

from the luxury of the 2017 

Lincoln Continental made it that 

much more memorable. Napa was 

picturesque, peaceful and pastoral, 

with an interesting history and 

with more than 400 wineries, 

there is enough great wine to 

keep you on the road for a year! 

We spent most of our time at 

the famous Chateau Montelena, 

family owned Frank Family 

Vineyards, and at the new kid on 

the wine block, Davis Estate Winery. 

Lucky for us, our Lincoln driver 

was from Napa and shared with 

us interesting tidbits and amusing 

tales of changes in this region over 

the last 25 years. Did you know 

that in 2000, a 6-liter bottle of 

1992 Screaming Eagle Cabernet 

Sauvignon sold for a whopping 

$500,000 at auction? It remains the 

most expensive bottle of Napa Valley 

wine ever sold. The popular town 

of Yountville, which we stopped at 

for lunch and snacks, was named 

after George Yount, who planted 

the first grapes in Napa in 1839. 

OUR FAVORITES: 

(opposite top) 

Chateau Montelena winery is a 

sight to behold with a stunning 

chateau and romantic grounds. 

This winery is famous for winning 

the 1976 Judgment of Paris. 

Wine note: Try the 2013 Calistoga 

Zinfandel 

montelena.com 

(opposite bottom & right) 

The vineyards as seen from the 

terrace at Davis Estates Winery. 

Wine note: Loved the 2014 Davis 

Estates Viognier. 

davisestates.com 

(above) 

Our favorite stop was at Frank 

Family Vineyards. The tasting 

room was lively and owner Leslie 

Frank was very hospitable, sharing 

the passion of the Frank family. 

Wine note: Don’t leave without 

a bottle of 2013 Napa Valley 

Zinfandel and 2014 Lewis Vineyard 

Reserve Pinot Noir. 

frankfamilyvineyards.com 



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EBBA ZINGMARK 

@ebbazingmark 

STYLE: 

Sweater and Scarf: Bogner 

Pants: Halluber 

Shoes: Timberland 

MOOD: 

“Here’s a look from a wooden cottage 

on a mountain in the alps. I love 

cuddling up in nice soft sweaters, 

big scarves and loose pants during 

this time of the year and just give 

my body a break from all the skinny 

jeans and stiff shirts.” 


Berlin, Germany 



Warsaw, Poland 

New York, USA 

CLAUDIA ADASZEWSKA 

@splendorbyclaudia 

STYLE: 

Jacket: Zaful 

Dress: Zara 

Collar: Gena 

Shoes: Deichmann 

Sunglasses: Zaful 

MOOD: 

“When the weather is cold, there is no 

reason why you cannot still rock a dress. 

This season try a pair of high boots and a 

statement jacket.” 

Photographer: Patrycja Adaszewska 

KIMBERLY SMITH 

@ppfgirl 

STYLE: 

Blazer: Aqua X Maddie & Tae 

Top: Bar III 

Skirt: Romeo & Juliet Couture 

Boots: Massimo 

Clutch: Asos 

Necklace: BaubleBar Necklace 

MOOD: 

“This is the perfect way to embrace the 

velvet trend for the season while still 

looking polished & sophisticated...and I’m 

a sucker for military-inspired details.” 

Photographer: pennypincherfashion.com 


Los Angeles, USA 

Moscow, Russia 

KATHLEEN BARNES 

@carriebradshawlied 

STYLE: 

Coat: Dawn Levy 

Pants: Lyssé 

Boots: Stuart Weitzman 

Bag: Saint Laurent 

Wrap: Royal Scout 

MOOD: 

“When in doubt, black on black always 

works. I love that the tie-waist gives me 

some shape while being bundled up. You 

can’t go wrong with fur accessories to 

complete the look!” 

Photographer: Marissa, Style Cusp 

MARGARITA LEMESHKO 

@whiterabbitdreams 

STYLE: 

Coat: Topshop 

Hoodie: Jaded London X Granted 

Bag: Asos White 

Boots: Asos 

MOOD: 

“I am currently loving this Topshop coat 

which is a fun way to bring a pop of color 

into your winter look. Fun accents on your 

bag, hat or shoes are also some ideas to 

play up your look.” 

Photographer: Nikolay Podpryatov 



FIX 

story by Jennifer Costanzo 

The fashion world is having an affair 

with the color pink; the Winter 2016 

runway was evidence of that. Seen 

at Balmain, Prada, Jil Sander and 

Gucci, to name a few, all shades of 

pink have been featured this winter 

season. This wave of femininity, 

which has broken over the fashion 

scene, is new and exciting because 

pink is usually reserved for the 

warmer seasons, not the cool and 

dark winter period. However, it is 

time to rethink pink. Some of us 

may shy away from the color pink 

because it reminds us of Barbie, 

or perhaps suited for a younger 

girl - whatever connotations you 

may have with the color, forget it! 

According to color experts 

Pantone, three of the color trends 

for winter are shades of pink: 

Electric Fuchsia is an exciting 

shade of pink. It instantly brightens 

any outfit and appears either in 

a monochromatic look or as a 

statement accessory. Once again this 

shade of pink was seen at Chanel, 

on Karl Lagerfeld’s tweed skirts. 

Bodacious, a pink/purple shade that 

is intimate and sensual, was seen 

on the runways at Topshop Unique, 

Oscar de La Renta, Gucci and Chanel. 

The unique color is often seen this 

season, used on animal prints, giving 

the classic print a unique change. 

OSCAR DE LA RENTA 


WINTER 

PINKS 

CHANEL 



CHANEL 


GUCCI 

Coral, another pink trend for winter. Usually associated 

as a Spring/Summer hue, it has been given new life by 

being worn in the colder seasons. To really give this color 

a punch, pair it with tangerine. However, if this pairing is 

too much, pair it with navy to still have an eye-catching 

outfit. This shade of pink is welcome in a sea of dark 

colors usually worn during winter. Seen at Giambattista 

Valli, this shade of pink really speaks for itself. 

Although pink seems to be the choice color for the 

runways, the key piece for this winter season is the pink 

coat. If you are looking to invest in this trend, look for a 

statement jacket in pink. Here, a great shade to choose is a 

pastel pink; it brings a refreshing look to a statement coat 

this winter. With this trend, designers are successfully 

merging seasons, making pieces easily transitional 

from the cold of winter into the brisk spring with pink 

coats. There is a refreshing summery spin to this cheeky 

and cheery shade, like bubblegum pink or a soft blush. 

Pastel shades of pink paired with moodier, darker 

raspberry shades or a monochromatic gray or black 

look keeps these girly pieces looking sharp and modern. 

STELLA MCCARTNEY 

How will you wear it? Think pink this season and spice up 

this cold and gray season with some pink in your wardrobe. 



CHANEL 

IN HAVANA, CUBA 

With travel sanctions lifted, Karl 

Lagerfeld jumped at the opportunity to 

debut Chanel’s Cruise 2017 Collection 

on the streets of Havana, Cuba. More 

than 700 guests were invited to the 

authentically Cuban, open air fashion 

show. The mood was spicy; there was 

hope and optimism in the air. The 

collection did not disappoint either, 

part of which was Cuban inspired 

with vintage cars, vibrant colors and 

tops that exclaimed “Viva Coco Libre.” 

NINE 

CHANEL CRUISE 2017

NICHE Fashion Resort 2017

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