NICHE style Summer 2017

STYLE MAGAZINE 

‘17 

summer 

of 

STEPHANIE ANNE MCKAY 

Inside her fascinating abstract world of fashion illustration 

BEST OF THE BEST SUMMER TRENDS 

Seasonal fashion, swimwear, hair care & hot weather beauty 

STYLE MAKER EMMA WATSON 

Walking the line between fabulous style and ethical fashion

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE 

08 

10 

EDITOR’S NOTE 

Get ready for your best 

summer ever! 

SWEET SCENTS OF ‘17 

5 new summer inspired 

fragrances you will want. 

12 

MODEL CITIZENS 

BEACH EDITION 

Candice, Ashley, Taylor and Gigi 

in their favorite beach friendly 

swimwear styles. 

24 

COVER STORY 

STEPHANIE ANNE MCKAY 

Inside the abstract world of this 

talented fashion illustrator and her 

fascination with live sketching. 

30 

32 

36 

38 

ON OUR RADAR 

Vintage inspired, high 

waisted swimwear. 

STREET STYLE 

Fab summer looks from 

worldwide style bloggers. 

BRITTANY GRAY 

6 products you need in 

your makeup bag. 

STYLE GUIDE 

5 good looking bottoms 

for every summer body. 

58 

64 

66 

78 

STYLE MAKER 

The incomparable 

Emma Watson. 

#NICHENATURAL 

Organic and natural 

summer beauty buys. 

FASHION FORWARD 

Four designers with a 

fresh twist on summer. 

TRAVELLING EDITOR 

Elizabeth Taylor’s Casa 

Kimberly in Mexico. 

82 

FASHION FIX 

The season is filled with 

oversized fanciful prints. 

Learn how to play nice with 

wallpaper florals. 


22 

TOP 10 CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT MUST 

HAVES FOR SUMMER UNDER $30! 

From cheeky totes and elegant beach 

blankets to summer worthy sunglasses 

and protective skincare, don’t miss our 

2017 top picks for summer! 

48 

52 

54 

56 

GEMSTONES IN BALI 

Creating a Balinese inspired 

jewelry collection. 

FENDI FLOWERS 

Our favorite details 

collection of the season. 

BOYS OF SUMMER 

Amazing skin and hair 

products for men. 

ERIC HIMEL 

The most chic breezy 

summer silhouettes. 

40 

FASHION TRAVELS 

No matter where your stylish 

days of summer take you, there 

is bound to be a beach in your 

sunny future! Get a glimpse into 

laid back beachwear elegance. 

SUMMER 2017 

90 

92 

98 

FASHION TECH 

An exciting new breakthrough 

in stiletto heels. 

LET THE SUN SHINE! 

Your summer hair will be 

craving these products. 

CLOUD NINE 

Mara Hoffman SS2017. 

86 

ME, PART ONE 

NICHE editor takes an inside 

look at the scientific world of 

modern anti-aging and shares 

her experience with several 

rejuvenation treatments. 



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Stephanie Anne McKay 

Fashion Illustrator 

Chanel SS 2017 

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF | CREATIVE DIRECTOR 

TRACEY DRAKE 

CREATIVE & EDITORIAL 

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Jennifer Costanzo, Coultish Models, Jane 

Cross, Elizabeth Dean, Tracey Drake, 

Emily Foley, Brittany Gray, Leonie 

Hanne, Eric Himel, Dana Hutchings, 

Fusun Lindner, Stephanie Anne McKay, 

Josie Saldat, Debbie Steeper, Sylvia 

Tennant, Flavia Desranges Van Der 

Linden 

PHOTOGRAPHY 

Adobe Stock, Casa Kimberly, 

Chloe, Cosmedica Laser Centre, 

Clarins Group, Chanel, Steve Drake, 

Everett Collection, FashionStock. 

com, Fashion Wire Press, Anastasia 

Fursova, Alexander Galievsky, Getty 

Images, Go Runway, Theory Couture, 

Dana Hutchings, Mara Hoffman, 

Isabel Marant, Marta McAdams, Joy 

Oelen, Anton Oparin, Lev Radin, 

Naina Redhu, Jo-Ann Richards, Nata 

Sha, Debbie Steeper, Shutterstock, 

Styleograph, TopFoto, Louis Vuitton, 

Zimmermann 

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from the 

EDITOR 

Summer for NICHE magazine 

means throwing out the rule 

book! It’s a time when you can wear 

whatever you want - from dresses and 

summer suits to swimwear and short 

shorts. It is the months where natural 

beauty, bare faces, tousled hair and red 

lips all get along. It is perhaps the only 

season when anything goes - and it 

often does! 

In this issue of NICHE watch for 

my interview (from the cover) with 

bottoms for any body type [p38]. 

And the NICHE team hasn’t forgotten 

about Boys of Summer either [p54]. 

Two experiential features in this issue 

that you don’t want to miss. NICHE 

columnist Sylvia Tennant takes us on 

a Balinese journey in search of the 

perfect jewelry collection [p48], and 

I’m taking an honest and inside look 

at the world of facial rejuvenation 

treatments and sharing my first-hand 

experiences at Cosmedica [p86]. 

Connect with 

Tracey online 

Just to be clear, aging 

GRACEFULLY 

CAN INCLUDE SCIENCE 

@TraceyDrakeEditor 

Follow Tracey online for daily 

fashion, beauty & lifestyle 

inspiration, events & contest 

giveaways just for you! 

fashion illustrator Stephanie Anne 

McKay [p24], Style Maker Emma 

Watson exclusive [p58], Model 

Citizens Gigi Hadid, Ashley Graham, 

Taylor Swift and Candice Swanepoel 

share their favorite beachwear [p12]. 

Best of summer in this issue includes 

our favorite summer fragrances [p10], 

Top 10 Can’t Live Without Finds 

Under $30 [p22], and good looking 

Jump inside our best summer issue 

ever! Find the perfect swimwear, get 

the lo-down on heat worthy cosmetics 

and just have a little fun. The season 

has officially begun - go get it! 

Happy days, 

Photography: Alana Kumar 

Wardrobe: Halston, Tahari, Guess 

Tracey Drake, EDITOR-IN-CHIEF 

tracey@NICHE.style 



DIOR 

Miss Dior Absolutely Blooming 

This infinite blooming of fresh 

flowers is a floral fragrance you will 

choose over and over again this 

summer. A playful and irresistible 

take on the iconic Miss Dior. 

dior.com 

DOLCE & GABBANA 

Light Blue Eau Intense 

More than a scent, it is the aura 

of Mediterranean beauty. Amber 

woods and musk melts into sun 

kissed skin and unfurls into a 

sensuously scented wake. 

dolcegabbana.com 


Sweet Scents of 

Summer ‘17 

What is summer without romantic fragrances? It is the most 

pleasurable time of the year to wear feminine floral scents. 

We are sharing our top five picks that totally symbolize 

summer. You will want to try at least one [but probably more]. 

EDITOR’S 

#1 PICK 

JIMMY CHOO 

L’EAU EAU DE TOILETTE 

A new fragrance from Jimmy 

Choo, it is delicately defiant 

and elegantly audacious. L’Eau 

is a strong, distinctively feminine 

scent for summer. 

jimmychoo.com 

CAUDALIE 

ROSE DE VIGNE EAU FRAICHE 

A fresh fragrance inspired by 

vineyard roses in early morning, 

this feminine fragrance represents 

the rose flower’s purest botanical 

essence. Summer in full bloom. 

caudalie.com 

TOM FORD 

SOLEIL BLANC EAU DE PARFUM 

Meaning White Sun, this fragrance 

is unexpected, sultry, addictive. 

Inspired by remote private islands 

where summer lasts all year, it 

comes alive with floral amber. 

tomford.com 



BEACH EDITION 2017 


MODEL CITIZENS 

From the streets to sand, we are 

taking it to the beach this issue 

to feature four Model Citizens 

who rock beachwear like no 

other. From Ashley Graham’s 

famous curves to Gigi Hadid’s 

sporty aesthetic, our four picks 

stand out on the shores with 

confidence and of course – style! 

CANDICE | ASHLEY | GIGI | TAYLOR 



CANDICE SWANEPOEL | BEACH 2017 


South African Victoria’s Secret 

model Candice Swanepoel seems to 

be most at home by the sea. At age 

28, Swanepoel is known worldwide 

for her natural beach-ready style, 

whether she is posing for a camera 

or off duty. With a perfectly toned 

and tanned hourglass figure, 

Swanepoel is no stranger to baring 

it all. From bustier tops, highwaisted 

bottoms and strappy swim 

styles, Swanepoel mixes it up and 

pairs with confidence. 

Candice’s Summer Go-To: 

Beachy blonde waves that would 

make any mermaid jealous. 



Breaking all fashion boundaries, 

Ashley Graham is on a mission 

to shake up the industry and 

empower women of all sizes and 

ages. Graham is the first plus-size 

model to grace the cover of Sports 

Illustrated and has since launched 

her own swimwear collection, 

Ashley Graham X SwimsuitsForAll. 

Model, designer and entrepreneur, 

Graham is fearless when it comes 

to beach style whether it be in 

an elegant one-piece or leopard 

printed bikini. 

Ashley’s Summer Go-To: 

A fierce and flattering halter-top 

paired with self confidence. 


ASHLEY GRAHAM | BEACH 2017 



TAYLOR SWIFT | BEACH 2017 


International songwriter and hit 

maker, Taylor Swift has never been 

afraid to show off her abs - in crop 

tops on stage or a bikini on the 

beach. Swift can be spotted off-duty 

frolicking with friends at her Rhode 

Island beach retreat in stylish 

swimwear. From vintage inspired 

silhouettes, nautical ease and retro 

prints, Swift pairs her swim ready 

style with cherry red lips. 

Taylor’s Summer Go-To: 

50’s inspired swimwear – Swift 

keeps it flirty just like her music. 



GIGI HADID | BEACH 2017 


As the current ambassador for 

Tommy Hilfiger as well as gracing 

twenty Vogue covers by the age of 

21, Hadid is unstoppable. From 

the most anticipated runways of 

fashion week to relaxing beach side, 

Hadid had to make our 2017 Beach 

top four! Growing up playing 

volleyball, Hadid brings a sporty 

aesthetic that embodies comfort 

and functionality, whilst hitting the 

sandy shores in style. 

Gigi’s Summer Go-To: 

A dainty necklace to contribute to 

effortless beach babe status. 



10 

CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT 

must-haves for summer 2017 

Summertime and the livin’ is easy... but you still need to 

look good and feel good with stuff that won’t break the bank. 

Our top 10 picks for must-have summer items are products 

you really need this summer, and every one is $30 or less! 

MAD HIPPIE 

30+ FACIAL SPF SUNSCREEN 

The safest chemical-free, most natural 

physical blocking agent available. With 

red raspberry seed, avocado and carrot 

seed oils, it hydrates and offers broadrange 

sun protection. 

$24.99 (Mad Hippie) 

H&M 

TRAVEL BEACH TOWEL 

What a chic way to head to the beach! 

Wrap your sunscreen and book 

inside, roll it up and off you go! Soft 

cotton weave with fringe and carry 

strap. 40”x70”. 

$25.00 (H&M) 

MARSQUEST 

M · CRYSTAL × NEON BLUE 

SUNGLASSES 

100% polarized and with UV400 

protection, these are stylish and 

practical! Flex frame technology 

adapts to all shapes of faces. 

$30.00 (MarsQuest) 

22 . SUMMER 2017 

BURBERRY 

FIRST KISS LIP GLOSS 

With a cooling ceramic applicator and 

8 hours of hydration for hot summer 

days, this soft glossy balm melts onto 

lips with just a kiss of summer color. 

$26.00 (Burberry) 

CHARMING CHARLIE 

OH FOR SHORE TOTE 

Lots of room, machine washable and 

super cute! Canvas tote with oversized 

silhouette will hold everything you need 

for a day at the beach. 

$19.00 (Charming Charlie)

JERGENS 

MOISTURIZER FOR WET SKIN 

Just-showered skin best absorbs 

moisture. Infused with argan oil, 

quick absorbing and non-greasy, 

it blends with water on wet skin to 

instantly lock in hydration. 

$8.00 (Walmart) 

HAVAIANAS 

SLIM SECRET 

#SELFIE FLIP FLOPS 

Cute selfie and umbrella 

print changes color and reveals 

a new print in UV light! Slim 

strap and textured footbed 

adds comfort. 

$30.00 (Havaianas) 

NICHE 

Editor’s Picks 

CELEBRATE SHOP 

COOLER LINED 

BEACH WRISTLET 

Shield your essentials in carefree 

style with a cooler lining 

inside that helps protect makeup, 

phones and snacks from the sun. 

9”x6.5” with a 6.5” wrist strap. 

$25.00 (Macys) 

NIVEA 

CREME FOR SUMMER SKIN 

First introduced in 1918, this intense 

moisturizer will not clog pores and is 

good for your face and body. Perfect 

for dry elbows and feet. And of 

course, it smells like summer! 

$9.00 (Walmart) 

JOHN FRIEDA 

FRIZZ EASE DEEP 

HAIR CONDITIONER 

Used once or twice weekly during 

the summer heat, it replenishes 

moisture and repairs dry, damaged, 

frizzy hair to restore shine for soft, 

manageable hair. 

$15.00 (Amazon) 



When you love fashion, there 

are few things more exciting 

than sitting front row at fashion 

week, and getting an insiders 

glimpse into the future. I caught 

up with Stephanie Anne McKay, 

a rising star fashion illustrator 

who is making her mark on 

the industry by sketching live 

on the runway, for some of 

the most iconic and respected 

designers in the industry today. 

BY: TRACEY DRAKE 

Roberto Cavalli Resort 2017 


FAST FASHION 

live sketching on the runway 

Stephanie Anne McKay is a Fashion Illustrator 

based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Her work is 

an abstract use of watercolor and digital media 

that results in a raw approach to figure study as 

it relates to the fashion world. Her work places a 

palpable emphasis on contrast and color vibrancy 

- two things that are also critical to the work of any 

fashion designer. Stephanie is well known for her live 

sketching talents, as seen at A-list designer fashion 

shows and events. With her instinctive approach, 

Stephanie executes exceptional illustrations in less 

than five minutes, and because of her immense talent, 

has worked with notable brands includes Hermès, 

Chanel, Hudson’s Bay Company and the National 

Ballet of Canada. 

How did you get into your field of work, 

specifically as it relates to the fashion and 

beauty world? 

After finishing a very traditional art education, 

I decided I wanted to use my skills in a creative 

industry. Fashion, especially fashion photography 

has always been a big inspiration for me so the choice 

to illustrate for the industry seemed like a natural 

transition. Through networking online, I met my 

agent Marcus Kan, who writes the fashion illustration 

blog, Draw A Dot. He got me my first gig, which was 

DVF SS 2017 



Alexander McQueen Resort 2017 

live illustrating at Toronto Fashion 

Week. From there, my work has 

grown to reach a larger audience, 

especially through social media, 

and I’m able to work with lots of 

great clients in the industry! 

Tell us about your art medium? 

I work in watercolor as well as 

digital painting. Watercolor has 

a wonderful fluid quality and a 

high vibrancy in color. I love it 

for its simplicity of application; 

it’s a medium that needs to be 

planned first and never over 

worked. The result is a fluidity 

and naturalness to the pieces. I 

also sketch digitally on tablets, 

which is my medium of choice for 

live sketching. It’s so convenient 

to be able to bring along a digital 

version of my studio materials for 

runway shows where space and 

time is limited. 

To check out more of Stephanie 

Anne McKay’s fashion illustrations 

(some are for sale in print and 

iphone case format), and to see 

where she is sketching live next: 

website: www.stephanieanne.ca 

instagram: @ stephanieanne0 


How long have you been doing 

live sketching at fashion week 

runway shows? 

I have been live sketching for three 

years now. I’ve had the pleasure of 

sketching at runway shows at both 

Toronto Fashion Week as well as 

New York Fashion week. 

Alexander McQueen Resort 2017 

Do you have favorite designer 

collections that you love to 

sketch? 

My favorite designers to sketch are 

Dolce & Gabbana, Delpozo and 

Mary Katrantzou. I love to draw 

pieces with embellishments, rich 

colors, and interesting prints. I 

never have trouble finding new 

inspiration with all the creative 

designs that out there. 






by Jennifer Costanzo 

If you are sick of wearing your string bikini to the 

beach, it is time to opt for a high waist swimsuit. 

As the runways have shown, designers have looked 

to retro styles for inspiration and the same goes for 

the ‘It’ swimsuit of the season. The high waisted 

silhouette emphasizes and flatters each and every 

beautiful curve. This makes this style of swimsuit 

the most feminine suit on the market. 

Mara Hoffman, Invista, Sirenes De Soleil, 

Zimmermann and Michael Kors swimwear all 

have a rather retro inspired style about their pieces, 

while maintaining a modern take. Michael Kors 

S/S 2017 runway show left viewers and fashionistas 

alike smiling and uplifted. Kors through peppy 

music, colorful and breezy pieces made you feel 

like you were on vacation. This was made even 

more so by the swimwear he sent down the runway. 

His swimsuits were high-waisted with a retro ‘It’ 

girl vibe about them. Some were belted, some were 

paired with a bikini top, and some were matched 

with a long sleeve top. Paired with a matching bag, 

you could easily see yourself wearing it with an 

oversized knit once the evening hit. 

MICHAEL KORS 

Summer 2017 

JOHANNA ORTIZ 

Ariel Wrap Bikini Top 


ZIMMERMANN 

Winsome posy floral bikini 

High waisted swimsuits do not have to be all 

material. If you’re looking for something a little 

more edgy or sexy, look to a bottom with cut-outs 

or with lacing up the side. This style of swimsuit 

is classier and you’re still able to show some skin 

while maintaining shape and beauty. This style 

adds definition at the waist and helps create the 

appearance of curves at the hips. 

SIRENES DE SOLEIL 

Summer 2017 

Choosing a style with horizontal stripes will also 

add to this ‘hourglass’ effect. To keep high waist 

bottoms feeling modern, wear them with a simple 

triangle top. However, to embrace the vintage feel, 

go for a structured or halter neck style, a flattering 

and fresh style that you can definitely make your 

own. Don’t be afraid of pattern either, or go for 

muted color blocking for a more sophisticated feel. 

STELLA MCCARTNEY 

High waisted floral brief bottoms 

A-MORIR 

Anita cat-eye & Swarovski sunglasses 



STYLE 

FASHION BLOGGERS AROUND THE WORLD 

FEATURED STYLE BLOGGER 

LEONIE HANNE 

@ohhcouture 

STYLE: 

Top: Chloé 

Skirt: Chloé 

Sunglasses: Chloé 

Bag: Chloé 

Heels: Sergio Rossi 

MOOD: 

“I could live in blush colors! This was 

my look for the Chloé show at Paris 

Fashion Week - and me, wearing 

Chloé in Paris.” 

Photographer: Alexander Galievsky 


Paris, France 



Santa Catarina, Brazil 

FLÁVIA DESGRANGES VAN DER LINDEN 

@fashioncoolture 

STYLE: 

Dress: Inspireland 

Sunglasses: Zerouv 

Bag: Rosegal 

Shoes: Vinci Shoes 

MOOD: 

“My choice to face the day was this 

Inspireland dress. Lightweight fabric and 

straps. But it’s the little details that make it 

all so charming.” 

Photographer: Thiago Marcelino de Aguiar 


Munich, Germany 

FÜSUN LINDNER 

@shortstoriesandskirts 

STYLE: 

Top: Zara 

Skirt: Zara 

Bag: Fendi 

Shoes: Gianvito Rossi 

MOOD: 

“Off-shoulder style is not just on-trend, it 

has long turned into a wardrobe essential, 

proving to be adaptable and adorable.” 

Photographer: Füsun Lindner 



Brittany’s 

makeup bag 

Summer is the season of glowing complexions and fresh faces that don’t take hours in front of 

a makeup mirror to perfect! My top five #WhatsInMYbag favorites for summer 2017 focus on 

effortless beauty that comes with sun kissed skin and beach ready confidence. Happy Summer! 

1 2 3 

BENEFIT 

Dew The Hoola Bronzer 

This liquid product is perfect for 

adding a subtle tan by adding a 

pump into your daily foundation 

to add that sun-kissed glow to 

your application! You can use this 

on its own too with a synthetic 

brush on your forehead, cheeks, 

down the bridge of your nose 

and lightly on your chin. Place it 

anywhere the sun would hit! 

OUAI 

Dry Shampoo Foam 

I could not be more of a fan 

than I am of this hair line. The 

dry shampoo foam technology 

is the first of its kind and makes 

your hair look freshly washed. 

A waterless cleansing foam that 

removes oil and product buildup 

from dry hair, it also works as a 

dry texture spray will give you an 

instantly beachy look in seconds. 

VITA LIBERATA 

Body Blur HD Skin Finish 

Not a fan of UV rays? No 

problem. Formulated for the face 

AND body to blur imperfections 

and reflect light for HD glowing 

skin, this product has you 

covered and will make your skin 

look tanned and airbrushed! 

Product founder Alyson Hogg 

says, “this is perfect for masking 

dreaded cellulite!” 


BRITTANY GRAY is a beauty expert, 

entrepreneur and nationally recognized actress and 

television personality. She is the founder of Fancy 

Face Inc., a 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 

TARTE 

Tartelette In Bloom Eyeshadow Palette 

Bring new light to your eyes this summer! All 

new from tarte, this In Bloom clay eyeshadow 

palette has 12 new shades (from off-white to 

aubergine) that are the perfect complement 

to your summer makeup bag. An amazing 

combination of matte and shimmery shades, 

this palette lends itself to an array of seasonally 

appropriate beauty looks. And lucky you - the 

palette comes with a step-by-step guide for 

creating looks you will love. 

CHARLOTTE TILBURY 

Beach Sticks 

These have to be one of my absolute favorite 

products at the moment. Beach sticks have a 

creamy texture that’s easy to apply in minutes. 

Glowing pigments blend easily, illuminating 

the skin with brilliant color-saturated pigments 

giving you an irresistible summer glow and light 

diffusing spheres soften imperfections. Apply to 

the apples of the cheeks or lips for that instant 

beach glow. This product also smells like a 

vanilla cupcake, which makes it a delight to use! 



NICHE 

style guide 

PARKER SMITH 

BOMBSHELL SHAPER DENIM 

NYDJ 

ROLL CUFF ANKLE 

FRENCH DRE 

OLIVIA A 


5 

GOOD 

LOOKING 

summer bottoms for all body types 

When warm weather hits, we focus on sun dresses, bathing suits and shorts. Pants 

get forgotten! For work, cooler evenings and chic events, pants are an important 

part of a summer wardrobe. These five pants are slimming for ALL body types! 

SSING JEANS 

NKLE SLIM 

TALBOTS 

SAILOR INDIGO WASH 

NYGARD SLIMS 

CRISSCROSS SKIMMER 



fashiontravels 

THE LOOK 

Wide brimmed hat, Calvin 

Klein, gold drop pineapple 

earrings, Expression. 


LAZY DAYS 

OF SUMMER 

No matter where your stylish days 

of summer take you, there is bound 

to be a beach in your sunny future! 

Our NICHE exclusive shoot offers a 

glimpse into the laid back elegance 

of Summer of ‘17 with ready to 

wear and easy to find fashion. 

PHOTOGRAPHER/ 

STYLIST 

Debbie Steeper 

@debbiesteeperphotography 

MODEL 

Lily Maric, Coultish Models 

@lily.maric 

MAKEUP ARTIST 

Gracie Welch 

@wakeupandvogue 

HAIR STYLIST 

Olivia - Lavish Salon 

@hairbyolivia 

STYLIST ASSISTANT 

Shar Steeper 

#FASHIONTRAVELS 




THE LOOK 

Black one-piece swimsuit with 

tassels, Design Lab. White beach 

scarf with tassels, Lord and Taylor. 

Pink sunglasses, Steve Madden. 

Yellow multi-stand bead bracelet, 

Expression. 



THE LOOK 

White frill swim top, Design Lab. 

Blue high waisted swim bottoms, 

Anne Cole. Silk scarf, Echo. Beach 

bag with pom poms, Vince Camuto. 

Yellow pineapple earrings and long 

Y necklace, Expression. Sunglasses, 

McQueen. 




THE LOOK 

Blue bell sleeved lace-up top, 

California Moonrise. Navy blue 

high waisted swim bottoms, Aerie 

American Eagle. Silver drop 

earrings, Expression. Silver opera 

glasses, Birks. 




THE ARTISAN JEWELER 

& HER BALINESE 

CRYSTAL JOURNEY 

by Sylvia Tennant 

NICHE columnist, jewelry designer 

and unapologetic fashionista, 

Sylvia Tennant is creating her 

newest crystal jewelry collection, 

and NICHE has the exclusive story 

that begins with an inspirational 

journey to the Indonesian island 

of Bali, and concludes with the 

fulfillment of a dream... 

If you had told me five years ago 

that a significant part of my future 

career would be maneuvering a 

scooter through rice fields and 

jungles wearing a backpack filled 

with gemstones from around the 

world, I would have laughed in 

disbelief. However, this was my 

reality just a few days ago as I 

made the 20-minute ride from my 

bungalow in Ubud to my silversmith 

Made’s studio. I’m currently on my 

third visit to Bali, and second design 

trip for Zaleska Jewelry. 

The evolution of Zaleska started 

with my best friend, Danielle Noel. 

She and I began collaborating on 

necklaces and rings that featured repurposed 

vintage findings inspired 

by her esoteric aesthetic. 

As the brand evolved, the vision 

for Zaleska grew into the idea that 

jewelry had a greater purpose 

than simply adornments - it could 

ultimately enhance one’s state of 

being. Incorporating crystals into 

the brand came from a genuine 

BICYCLING THROUGH BALINESE 

RICE FIELDS WITH A BACKPACK 

FILLED WITH GEMSTONES 

[day in the life] 

interest in metaphysics. Over the 

past three years, I began studying 

the countless fascinating ancient 

and current civilizations that used 

gemstones for healing and honing 

energetic fields. There are 4 main 

gemstones that have always been a 

part of the Zaleska brand over the 

years. Each has inspired me because 

of their beauty (especially when 

polished and faceted), coloring, 

and ability to connect their wearers 

to something greater than just a 

new piece of jewelry. These are the 

talismans of my brand. 




Labradorite 

A fan favorite because of its 

believed ability to separate one’s 

energy from other people. It is one 

of the most powerful protectors in 

the mineral kingdom. Occurring 

in igneous rocks, its coloring 

varies from gray to blue, green to 

yellow, and sometimes purple. 

Moonstone 

Predominantly associated with 

feminine energy and the moon, 

this gemstone enhances intuition 

and promotes inspiration. It has 

become increasingly popular over 

the years and I’m thrilled to be 

working with a large batch from 

India in this next collection. 

Emerald 

This gemstone soothes and protects 

heart energy. In the ancient world, 

it was dedicated to the 

goddess Venus for its 

ability to insure security 

in love. Emerald has been 

a source of fascination and 

reverence in many cultures 

for over six thousand years and 

has been highly honored in all 

major religions for its spiritual 

power and beauty. Fun fact: it was 

sold in the markets of Babylon as 

early as 4,000 B.C. 

Turquoise 

The boom of bohemian fashion 

has turned this stone into a classic 

staple. Similar to labradorite, 

turquoise is excellent for dispelling 

negative energy. It is also known 

to alleviate anxiety and protect its 

wearer while traveling. It’s one of 

the few stones that has a valuation 

is based on origin. 

NEXT ISSUE: 

Part two of Sylvia’s Bali 

adventure including local 

inspiration, design decisions 

and a look at her Balinese 

jewelry collection! Inside 

NICHE - Fall 2017 issue. 





FENDI FLOWERS 

Hands down, our favorite details 

collection of the SS2017 runway 

season! Picking up where Fendi’s 

Legends and Fairytales fashion 

show left off, this collection 

perfectly blends Classic French 

rococò opulence with a modern 

sensibility. The fabulous bags feature 

a la carte options for handles and 

embellishments that allows Fendi 

lovers to customize their perfect 

handbag on the Fendi website. 

Our #1 pick is Fendi’s By The 

Way small Boston bag in pink 

leather with the two tone Strap 

You shoulder strap, multi-colored 

flower charm and the ABclick 

monogram charm - combination 

shown opposite page, far left. 


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BOYS 

[of ] 

SUMMER 

by Tracey Drake 

Summer calls for extra attention to your skin care regime, 

and this is especially true for the sun loving, surf riding, 

beach bumming boys of summer. These are NICHE 

magazine’s favorite eight must-have products for your 

guy’s summer skin, body and hair care. 

editor’s edition 

NAPLES SOAP COMPANY 

Sunrise Sunset Sea Salt Soap 

Citrus scented sea salt soap 

with activated charcoal is a pH 

balancing cleanser for face and 

body with Shea butter and coconut 

oil to moisturize and soothe skin. 

naplessoap.com 

JACK BLACK 

Cool Moisture Body Lotion 

Special cooling ingredients calm 

and refresh overheated skin, 

making it perfect for application 

after shower, sports or workout. 

Masculine, clean fragrance. 

getjackblack.com 


BURBERRY 

Mr. Burberry Eau de Parfum 

Inspired by the Burberry trench 

coat, Mr. Burberry captures a 

character that is irreverent. A 

sensual and woody scent with top 

notes of tarragon and cinnamon. 

burberry.ca 

BIORE 

Charcoal Nose Strips 

The pore strip you love, with 

natural charcoal and oilabsorbing 

power for 3X less oily 

skin! Removes blackheads and 

reduce oil for a full 24 hours 

after use. 

biore.ca 

BYRD 

Salty Coconut Hair Conditioner 

With a blend of sea kelp, green 

tea, aloe vera and vegetablederived 

glycerin, it repairs, 

boosts moisture, provides 

UV protection, and improves 

manageability. 

menessentials.ca 

VIA BARBERIA 

Herbae After Shave Serum 

Old world Italian facial skin 

therapy! Concentrated, parabenfree 

formula that visually nourishes 

and calms summer ravaged skin 

with a subtle herbal fragrance. 

menessentials.ca 

AZZARO 

Chrome Pure Eau de Toilette 

A new aquatic fresh take on the 

original fragrance that is soft, 

strong, and sensual. With notes of 

mandarin, akigalawood, patchouli 

and peppercorn. 

azzaro.com 

GROOM 

Beard Care Travel Kit 

Facial hair needs love too! For the 

bearded man on the go, this travel 

kit includes 7ml original beard 

oil, 7ml tobacco shaving oil, 30ml 

beard wash and 15ml beard balm. 

lesindustriesgroom.com 



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 

What are the two main ingredients 

of summer chic? Looking cool 

and feeling cool. Loose dresses in 

light fabrics paired with designers’ 

au courant trends will keep you 

summer-ready for the hottest of 

days — and nights. 

SHIPS AHOY! 

Stripes: With a nod to the nautical 

and the sea, stripes are everywhere 

this season in every iteration, 

from thin to wide cabana stripes. 

Adam Lippe 

EASY 

BREEZY 

SUMMER 

CHIC 

Dolce & Gabbana 

SULTRY NIGHTS 

Night Time: The combination of a 

light and airy garment with sheer 

or cutout details can elevate a daytime 

dress making it intoxicatedly 

perfect for summer nights. 

DON’T BE A WALL FLOWER 

Florals: Bright to muted, big to 

small and day-to-night, florals are 

the epitome of summer. 


THEY CALL ME MELLOW YELLOW 

Yellow: Bright and cheery, this color 

literally mimics sunny days! But 

remember, find the perfect yellow 

for your coloring be it primary 

yellow, marigold, or butter. 

KEEP YOUR SHIRT ON 

Shirt Dresses: With the ease 

of wearing your husband’s or 

boyfriend’s oversized shirt, this 

trend works on any body! 

Elizabeth and James 

Alexander Wang 

ERIC’S STYLE TIPS 

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Don’t be vertically challenged - avoid horizontal stripes. 

Consult a makeup artist at the beauty counter to see if 

your skin skews yellow or green. If it does, avoid yellow! 

Make sure you pick a shirt dress with a little sumthin’ 

sumthin’ going on so it doesn’t look like you are wearing 

just a shirt! 

There’s a fine line between sheer and slutty - don’t cross it. 

Avoid the ‘tourist off the cruise ship in Hawaii’ florals. 



STYLE MAKER 

EMMA WATSON. A young girl who made wizardry 

cool. An artist who isn’t afraid to create her own future. A 

fashion designer who, with effortless grace, walks the line 

between fabulous style and ethical fashion. A style maker. 

by Josie Saldat 





As the year of greenery continues, 

it seems fitting to shine light on a 

sustainable style maker. From her 

early launch into stardom with 

Harry Potter to becoming one of 

the most stylish women of our 

generation, Emma Watson has 

been turning heads from a young 

age - growing up gracefully. She is 

the Millennial cool girl: modern 

style icon and an advocate for 

gender equality and ethical fashion. 

Already an iconic actress, United 

Nations Goodwill Ambassador and 

Brown graduate, Watson mixes 

style with smarts and stays true to 

herself when it comes to dressing. 

For Watson it is all about the 

longevity of fashion, not “fast 

fashion”. The British actress and 

activist is on a mission, through her 

social media and celebrity influence, 

the true cost of the garments being 

produced in the industry. From 

wearing a Calvin Klein gown to 

the Met Gala made out of waste 

plastic bottles to plugging ethical 

fashion on social media platforms 

and world stages – Hermoine 

has grown up into a conscious 

fashion forward darling who is 

not afraid to push the envelope. 

Combining her style, sharp mind 

and strong voice, Watson teamed 

up with fair trade and organic 

clothier, People Tree in 2010 

to release a capsule collection 

I love fashion. 

I think it’s so 

important, 

because it’s how 

you show yourself 

to the world. 



handmade by fair trade groups. 

Making International Best- 

Dressed and appearing on the red 

carpet since age 11, Watson has 

constantly been developing and 

changing her sense of style with the 

cohesion of maturity and elegance. 

Whether it is an embellished 

designer gown or a trench coat 

and flats on her day off, Watson 

has become known for her 

effortlessly classic style, often 

merging feminine and masculine 

silhouettes. Pairing ethics with 

glamour, Watson has been 

championing The Green Carpet 

Challenge, an organization that 

works with celebrities and iconic 

designers to promote sustainable 

red carpet style. By wearing gowns 

and suits from designers who 

stray from chemicals and fabrics 

that harm the planet, Watson has 

become a role model with the 

future of the industry at mind. 

With the recent release of Beauty 

and the Beast Watson launched 

an Instagram account following 

her fashion choices during the 

press tour. With over 350K in 

the first week, “The Press Tour” 

instagram highlights eco-fashion 

brands Watson wears including 

Stella McCartney, the first 

luxury brand to be committed 

to producing products without 

leather, skins, feathers or fur – 

talk about beauty and the brains! 

I don’t want 

other people 

to decide who 

I am. I want to 

decide that for 

myself. 




#NICHENATURAL 

SUN GLORIOUS SUN. 

It’s beautiful, how can we not bask 

in it? That said, summer is also 

the most important time of year to 

protect our skin. While SPF should 

be worn every day of the year, it is 

especially vital in the summer. It 

is the body’s largest organ and we 

need to keep it happy! What’s also 

fun about summer is that we can go 

from virtually no makeup (beach 

look) to wearing fun bright hues 

(patio look). This #NICHEnatural 

column is dedicated to six green 

and clean products that will help 

keep you glorious, glam, hydrated 

and healthy all summer long. 

DANA’S 

#1 PICK 

KODO COLLECTION 

CALM HYDRATING SKIN SOOTHER 

kodocollection.com 

If your skin is irritated from the sun, ‘Calm’ 

soothes and adds moisture. Apply the mint 

and chamomile blend after the beach, workout 

or before bed. It’s also amazingly refreshing 

when cold and stored in the fridge. Plant 

based, cruelty free, eco-friendly. NATURAL 

100% PURE 

SPF30 YERBA MATE MIST 

100percentpure.com 

Full UVA/UVB protection at the same 

time, Yerba Mate contains antioxidants that 

help protect your skin. The spray mist is 

lightweight, goes on easily and dries quickly. 

It’s also water resistant and good for all skin 

types. VEGAN 


DANA HUTCHINGS 

is a business woman, writer, TV media personality 

and self-professed glamazon who found out the hard 

way what happens when you are not intentional 

about what you put on your skin. Read about Dana’s 

Journey to Natural Skin Care and Cosmetics on our 

website at www.NICHE.style 

BLEU LAVANDE 

DRY OIL 

bleulavande.com 

A diverse mix of oils, including Argan oil, that 

can be used on face, body and hair. It adds 

moisture and softens the skin but isn’t greasy. 

It also works as a hair treatment after a day of 

salt water, sun and sand. The lavender base is 

calming and relaxing. Apply before bed for a 

good night sleep. NATURAL 

PAPERDOLL MINERAL 

EYE SHADOW 

thegreenkiss.com 

Summer fun color and one of my all-time 

favorites! Shown in “If Shadows Could 

Scream” a bright and cheerful turquoise eye 

shadow. Apply dry for subtle effect or wet for 

glamorous impact. Great for a smoky summer 

eye or try it as a dramatic eyeliner. Gluten 

free. VEGAN 

RMS BEAUTY 

TINTED “UN” POWDER 

cosmedica.ca 

You don’t need to go out into the sun to add 

a little summer color to your face while still 

feeling like you are wearing nothing on your 

face. Silky and light, it provides beautiful 

coverage while bringing out the best in your 

skin. Talc free and silicone free. NATURAL 

NAPLES SOAP COMPANY 

REVITALIZING EYE SERUM 

naplessoap.com 

Eyes need protection from the summer elements 

too! Silky feeling smooth serum that helps 

to rehydrate the delicate skin under the eyes. 

Ingredients such as seaweed extract and baobab 

oil help to support cell regeneration and skin 

elasticity. Cruelty free. VEGAN 




FASHION 

FORWARD 

SUMMER 

by design 

One of the most anticipated 

seasons, not only for weather, 

but for fashion has arrived. We 

take a closer look at four unique 

collections that pay homage to 

the summer – each in their own 

way. Rosie Assoulin showcases a 

cheerful and bold beach-ready 

collection, DKNY travels to the 

future ‘Neo Soho’, Altuzarra 

creates his take on modern 

romance and Jason Wu is inspired 

by a neon art installation. 



ROSIE ASSOULIN 

in a happy state 

Designer Rosie Assoulin bridges 

the sweetness of summer with 

undeniably cool attributes. Known 

for her creative flair, this summer is 

all about down-to-earth clothing for 

wherever life is taking you. Playful 

characteristics are what Assoulin 

does best and this collection 

she enhances effortless summer 

essentials with beach umbrella 

patterns, super-sized silhouettes 

and parasol-inspired stripes. Floor 

length coats paired with soft closure 

bows, retro-inspired puff-shoulders 

and reinvented white bedazzled 

shirts demonstrate Assoulin’s 

beyond beach attire vision. The 

collection is balanced and well 

versed with everything from a 

vibrant striped caftan shirt-dress 

with Swarovski crystals to tonal 

earth hues in utilitarian pieces. 




JASON WU 

splash of neon 

Changing things up for the summer 

season, Designer Jason Wu strayed 

from his favored sophisticated 

palette for an exuberantly light 

collection inspired by Ugo 

Rondinone’s art installation Seven 

Magic Mountains. Playing with 

the tension between natural and 

artificial, Wu showcases garments 

of neon colors, high shine and 

florescent florals. Combining lace 

and silk tulle, cocktail dresses 

with inspiration from Sportif lines 

result in polished yet feminine 

sportswear. Sheer and electric – 

this collection is beautiful visually 

and structurally. 




DKNY 

the new city girl 

Creative Directors Maxwell 

Osborne and Dao-Yi Chow brought 

a futuristic take on summer to 

the runways of New York. With 

the legacy of the DKNY brand 

being streetwise style for the city, 

the collection incorporated active 

wear elements and garments that 

embodied a new generation of 

street warriors. The vision of ‘Neo 

Soho’ was created with plunge 

necklines, hooded dresses, belted 

windbreakers, onesies and stretch 

bralettes paired with high-waisted 

bottoms. Completing each look 

with knee-high boots made of Tech 

Milano jersey or summer sneakers, 

models walked into the ‘Neo 

Soho’ future with innovative and 

lightweight slouchy silhouettes. 




ALTUZARRA 

summer squeeze 

This printed and confidently 

charged collection has a cohesive 

threat of wardrobe essentials and 

immaculate suiting. Inspired by 

the rebellious and youthful spirit 

of David Lynch’s 1990 film “Wild at 

Heart”, Designer Joseph Altuzarra 

creates a collection exploring a 

modern take on romance and kitsch. 

Fruit is in season with ripe colorful 

cherries, lemons, blueberries and 

pineapples embellishing ruffle 

dresses, skirts, pants, dresses and 

blazers. Garments wearable for 

a carefree summer, Altuzarra 

uses a palette of bright rib-knit, 

neutral and soft khaki with hints of 

gingham and python to celebrate 

the freedom of the season. 



The Hidden Gem of 

the Med 

found at Avaton 

Avaton Luxury Villas Resort is a stylish 

and contemporary beach front escape 

overlooking the sparkling turquoise waters of 

Komitsa Bay in Athos Peninsula, Halkidiki, 

Greece. 

Avaton consists of an exclusive collection of 16 

villas, providing a unique sophisticated lifestyle 

experience. Most of the villas include private 

pools, leading down to lush Mediterranean 

gardens and a pristine beach. 

Your personal butler and chef, upon request, 

and an exclusive mini bar and wine list add to 

the discerning pleasure. Luxurious massage 

treatments, private transfer with 

helicopter and limousine, and memorable 

cruises around Greek islands and along 

the breathtaking coastline complete your 

ultimate seaside experience. 

For more info, please visit: www.avaton.com


the 

editor 

when was the last time you saw 

something for the first time? 

BY: TRACEY DRAKE 

CASA KIMBERLY 

PUERTO VALLARTA, MEXICO 

Elizabeth Taylor would have approved of the newly 

renovated Casa Kimberly, her holiday home in Puerto 

Vallarta for more than a quarter century. In 1964, then 

lover Richard Burton gave Casa Kimberly to Elizabeth 

Taylor as a birthday gift, and within the walls of this 

luxurious Mexican hacienda, the two shared a heady and 

hedonistic life, the essence of which still shines bright in 

Puerto Vallarta. It is their love affair in this very special 

Mexican (then sleepy) fishing village that put Puerto 

. 


JUST LIKE ELIZABETH TAYLOR AND 

RICHARD BURTON’S LEGENDARY LOVE 

AFFAIR, CASA KIMBERLY IS A RARE FIND 

IN AN OTHERWISE ORDINARY WORLD. 




Vallarta on the world map. The 

history in this place is palpable; it 

feels royal and rare, and I reveled in 

every moment that I spent at Casa 

Kimberly. Set over the sparkling 

blue waters of Banderas Bay, amidst 

the Sierra Madre Mountains, and 

surrounded by a city known for 

its terracotta rooftops (one of my 

favorite things about PV), Casa 

Kimberly is nestled in the residential 

hillside neighborhood of Gringo 

Gulch, and offers discriminating 

guests an exquisite escape. 

With just nine suites, the property 

boasts an inner courtyard, original 

swimming pool and terrace, 

spa, dining, bar and of course, 

all the old world Hollywood 

glamour you could ever want! 

The fine dining restaurant, aptly 

named The Iguana Restaurant is 

open air, offering diners beautiful 

evening views of Puerto Vallarta, 

and a menu that expertly blends 

delicious regional and continental 

fine cuisine. Luckily, even if you 

cannot stay overnight, The Iguana 

is open to the public by reservation. 

claw-foot tub in the opulent 

bathroom offered breathtaking 

views from a soaking position. 

Large wooden paned sliding 

doors lead to an incredible terrace 

(opposite top) with a raised 2-person 

Jacuzzi and stellar views of Banderas 

Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton (reading the Night of 

the Iguana script) taken by Elizabeth’s father, Francis Taylor 

in 1963. Elizabeth and Richard are on the upper terrace 

above the swimming pool (opposite bottom) as it looks today. 

Bay and the city of Puerto Vallarta 

below. End of day is a special time 

here. In fact, this room could have 

been named The Velvet Suite because 

of the way the velvety, warm sun 

washes over the terrace at sunset. 

The famous Lover’s Arch, which 

allowed Taylor and Burton to 

move freely, from one side of 

the property to the other, away 

from paparazzi and prying eyes, 

remains intact and original. 

Casa Kimberly is a place of silver 

screen history, modern elegance and 

amenities that are world-class. It is 

a new way to experience charming 

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico with a 

once-in-a-lifetime opportunity 

to sleep, swim and live where 

Hollywood royalty once did. 

Named after Elizabeth Taylor’s 

starring role in National Velvet, the 

1944 movie that truly made her 

famous, we stayed in The Velvet 

Suite and it was magnificent. 

Our bedroom (previous page) 

featured a stunning carved bed and 

antique early 19th century decor 

including crystal chandeliers and 

oriental rugs. Even the massive 

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FIX 

by Jennifer Costanzo 

Summer 2017 is all about prints. 

Whether they are artsy, wild, retro or 

abstract, this season has a print for 

everyone. However, the most notable 

pattern was bold and graphic floral 

print. Wallpaper inspired floral print 

can be seen in mix and match outfits, 

in head-to-toe looks and even in 

small discreet touches. 

The runways this season were 

upbeat with a saturated color palette. 

Fashion designers chose to step away 

from the typically S/S 2017 tiny 

floral patterns and chose to use bold 

flowers that had more bite. 

Labels like Chloe, Dries van Noten, 

Roberto Cavalli, Prada, Christopher 

Kane and Michael Kors looked to 

the past for inspiration. The 60’s, 70’s 

and 80’s were all on trend when it 

came to shapes, cuts and materials. 

However, the 70’s were definitely the 

decade of the moment for prints, 

specifically the wallpaper floral print. 

These throwback patterns often took 

the form of large flowers, with a 

multitude of big and brightly colored 

blooms splashed all over silhouettes. 

Shown in head-to-toe looks, they 

had a full-on 70’s effect. 

CHLOE 


WALLPAPER 

FLORALS 

CHRISTOPHER KANE 



BALENCIAGA 


As Meryl Streep’s character, Miranda 

Priestly in The Devil Wears Prada 

sarcastically stated: “Florals? For 

Spring? Groundbreaking,” to some 

this might ring true, however, this 

season the floral prints really were 

groundbreaking. The flowers for S/S 

2017 are so different in color, scale, 

fabrication and mood that designers 

thought it best to go all out with 

full blooms. From Rococo-style 

jacquard with ruffles and raw hems 

at Marques’ Almeida, to subdued 

blousy 1970’s bouquets at Chloe and 

neon carnations at Balenciaga. There 

is nothing standard about these 

arrangements this season. 

The looks are certainly bold, 

however, there is always an option for 

everyone when it comes to a trend. 

Here are some ideas on how to wear 

this trend, go for a statement with 

bright floral prints. Don’t be afraid 

of mixing in another print through 

your shoes or bag. If you need help 

choosing a flower, go for the pansy. 

After Christopher Kane sent an 

entire collection inspired by the 

pansy down the runway, everyone 

will want to be wearing pansies on 

their clothes. If you are ready to 

embrace this trend fully, make your 

shoes match your blouse and skirt. 

You can get away with wearing the 

same print on everything. Finally, 

modernize your floral dresses for 

summer by layering them over a 

trouser in a matching print. 

MARQUES’ ALMEIDA 

How will you style your 

wallpaper floral print? 



face time. 

ME. PART ONE. 

I’m taking an honest and inside look at the world of 

modern anti-aging, and over the next three issues of 

NICHE magazine, I will share my personal experience 

with several facial rejuvenation treatments under the 

care of world renowned dermatologist and anti-aging 

expert Dr. Mark Lupin of Cosmedica. 

A few years back I turned 50, and it 

wasn’t until then, I really started to 

notice a difference in how my skin 

was aging. With grown children, 

grandchildren and a very busy 

career life, it wasn’t just age that 

was catching up with me. Long 

work days, stress, travel and not 

enough down time was also taking 

a toll on my skin. I was ready to 

make some positive changes, and 

that did include diet and exercise, 

but those didn’t address deep facial 

lines, lackluster skin or excess fat 

under my chin. I wanted a solution, 

but I certainly didn’t want anything 

surgical or unnatural looking. I 

just wanted to be me - only more 

refreshed. I turned to Dr. Mark 

Lupin at Cosmedica. I cannot say 

enough about the professional 

team at Cosmedica - honestly, 

the nicest group who sincerely 

Before photo taken 

August 2016 

Aging is not 

lost youth 

— but a new stage — 

of opportunity 

AND 

STRENGTH. 

-BETTY FRIEDAN 


care. I felt safe at Cosmedica, I 

felt well cared for. I felt pampered. 

After a thorough intake interview, 

and before a single treatment 

recommendation, Dr. Lupin 

put me on two GliSODin skin 

nutrient supplements; Advanced 

Diuretic Formula to alleviate my 

chronic fluid retention and Skin 

Brightening Formula to enhance 

photo-protection and improve skin 

tone clarity. The next course of 

action was to get my skin helping 

itself again. That started with the 

Clarisonic Smart Profile sonic 

face cleaning device - which I am 

now addicted to! Next came the 

Skinceuticals Advanced Clinical 

Skincare products and oh my gosh, 

my skin loves it! I cannot start (or 

end) my day without Skinceuticals. 

I use CE Ferulic, Metacell B3 

and A.G.E Eye Complex (AM) 

and Retexturing Activator 

Serum and Resveratrol BE (PM). 

Once my skin was on track and in 

a better state to receive treatment, 

(and I must also say, already 

looking remarkably healthier after 

just two weeks on the new skincare 

regimen), I was scheduled for part 

one of my rejuvenation - Botox 

Cosmetic and CoolSculpting. 



Botox 

Botox has become a household 

word and part of the English 

vocabulary. The key to successful 

treatments is to look natural. It is 

more than a wrinkle relaxer, Botox 

has also been shown to improve our 

moods – not surprising that if we 

look more relaxed, we can feel more 

upbeat as well. Beyond its cosmetic 

uses, Botox is used in children 

to treat spasticity, is approved to 

treat chronic migraines, and works 

amazingly well to treat underarm 

sweating. Botox Cosmetic 

(onabotulinumtoxinA for injection) 

is the most popular non-invasive 

cosmetic procedure performed 

worldwide, and considered safe 

when adminstered by a physician. 

DR. LUPIN ON BOTOX 

“With 25 years experience 

providing Botox treatments, and as 

a teacher of physicians on advanced 

techniques, I aim for very natural 

looking results. For Tracey, the 

objective was to help reveal her 

beautiful inner self by relaxing 

areas like the frown and crows feet 

while lifting the brows and corners 

of the mouth.” 

but I hate it. Deep vertical lines 

between my eyes, ever deepening 

crows feet, and a slight slackening 

around my mouth from tension and 

concentration (and age). Botox is a 

quick prick of a needle and in just 

a few minutes, it’s over and done. I 

went right back to work, and within 

a week, I could see the results which 

were natural and impressive. I have 

never had anyone ask me if I had 

Botox – only if I was traveling 

again, because I looked well rested. 

Since Dr. Lupin was one of the 

first physicians to introduce the 

cosmetic use of Botox in Canada, I 

knew I was in very capable hands.” 

face it. 

MY TAKE ON BOTOX 

“Botox is an editor’s best friend, 

in my opinion! I spend my days 

reading articles, creating editorial 

calendars and carefully scrutinizing 

fashion photography. My editor’s 

scowl, is definitely very well earned 

Disclaimer: With any treatment, results vary. It is important to choose a physician and clinic 

that are reputable, experienced and where you feel comfortable, Ask for credentials. 


CoolSculpting 

CoolSculpting is proven technology 

that quite literally cools areas of 

unwanted fat on the body, arms 

and chin to the point that the 

body then gradually removes the 

treated areas – leaving a more 

sculpted appearance. Treatments 

are completely painless and the 

slimming results gradually appear 

over a 3-month period. And just as 

thrilling – results are permanent – 

without surgery or drastic measures. 

State of the art treatment centers, 

like Cosmedica, take it to the next 

level with DualSculpting – using 

two machines to treat patients in 

half the time. The CoolMini, which 

is the CoolSculpting treatment I 

had, removes chin fat. 

DR. LUPIN ON COOLSCULPTING 

“The word ‘CoolSculpting’ speaks 

for itself – literally a cool way to 

help shape the body by comfortably 

cooling unwanted areas of fat such 

as on the tummy, hips, thighs, 

arms and even the chin. Tracey 

enjoyed Cosmedica’s added benefit 

of Dualsculpting – utilizing two 

CoolSculpting machines with the 

newest CoolAdvantage applicators, 

providing quicker and more 

efficient treatments. Literally, she 

could work on her emails during the 

treatments, then watch and feel the 

gradually slimming of those treated 

areas over the next several weeks.” 

MY TAKE ON COOLSCULPTING 

“The CoolSculpting treatment 

was so easy. Once the machines 

were attached to my chin area, I 

had about an hour to sit with my 

cell phone and catch up on email. 

Considering I don’t get much 

uninterrupted alone time, I call that 

a bonus! It was not painful at all, 

and the time passed quickly. It was 

so unintrusive, I could have napped 

through it. I had minor swelling in 

my neck area for about a week, and 

some numbness that was weird to 

touch and mildly uncomfortable for 

about ten days. It does take a few 

months before the frozen fat leaves 

your body and you see full results. 

Watch for the after photos (coming 

in a future issue).” 

in this article: 

Cosmedica | cosmedica.ca 

CoolSculpting® 

Botox Cosmetic® 

GliSODin Skin Nutrient Supplements 

Skinceuticals Advanced Skincare 

Clarisonic Sonic Cleaning Device 

DR. MARK LUPIN 

MD, FRCPC, DABD 

is a worldrenowned 

dermatologist, 

clinical 

instructor and 

lecturer in the 

field of nonsurgical 

facial rejuvenation. With 

many publications to his name 

and often quoted as an expert in 

the media, he is dedicated to the 

advancement of best practices. 

Director and founder of Cosmedica 

Laser Centre, Dr. Lupin is uniquely 

qualified both in Dermatology as 

well as with additional training 

in Neurology. He has studied at 

Indiana University, the University 

of Southern California, Dalhousie 

University, University of Toronto 

and UBC, and has sub-specialty 

training in Photodermatology 

(interaction of light and skin) from 

prestigious St. John’s Hospital in 

London, England. 




KEEP YOUR HEELS, HEAD & STANDARDS HIGH 

by Josie Saldat 

Thesis Couture is on a journey to set a new standard of excellence in the 

$40B fashion footwear market 

Believing in a future empowered by 

intelligence and inclusion, Thesis 

Couture is merging California 

innovation and fine Italian 

craftsmanship to drive the industry’s 

most significant evolution in nearly 

a century. Using advanced materials 

and engineering, Thesis Couture 

is creating 4 inch stilettos that feel 

and function like 3 inch wedges. 

Their debut elegant shoe solves one 

of fashion’s biggest problems: the 

discomfort of wearing high heels. 

In most traditional high heels, 80% 

of your body weight is on your toe 

bones or metatarsals (in 4-inch 

heels). With your body not being 

properly designed to carry the 

weight on your small toe bones, 

Thesis Couture is transferring the 

weight to the larger heel bone. 

Thesis Lift is their innovative weight 

transferring design, which reduces 

the weight loading at the ball of the 

foot, making the shoes gain comfort 

while maintaining style. 

With a team of experts that transition 

seamlessly between the languages of 

art, fashion, design, engineering and 

technology, Dolly Singh, CEO and 

Founder of Thesis Couture talked 

to NICHE magazine about the 

technology. “The heel in Thesis Lift 

has two characteristics which make 

it part of a robust overall system and 

structure. Unlike every other heel 

in history, in our shoes, the left and 

right heels are different parts. There 

is a left and a right, it’s not the same 

piece attached to both sides of the 

shoes. How each heel meets with the 

under-sole is specifically designed to 

optimize balance and support.” 



let the 

SUN 

SUMMER HAIR 

tip 

For the healthiest summer 

hair, take a break from the 

blow dryer, flat iron and 

other damaging styling tools. 

Whenever you can, let your 

hair dry naturally. 

2017 is the summer of fuss-free, 

beach tousled hair! 


SHINE! 

HEALTHY HAIR 

THAT CAN 

TAKE THE 

SUMMER HEAT 

JOHN FRIEDA 

COOL DIP 

PURIFYING SHAMPOO 

Beach Blonde shampoo removes 

impurities, adds texture 

and preps hair for styling. 

Invigorating seaweed formula in 

a gentle, low pH cleanser that is 

infused with refreshing mint and 

seaweed extracts. 

johnfrieda.com 

AG HAIR 

SEA SPRAY 

TEXTURE MIST 

It’s the beach in a bottle, offering 

up gritty, wavy texture with 

added oomph. Enhanced with 

AG’s Sea Complex, an infusion 

of three naturally texturizing 

seaweed extracts plus anti-aging 

seaberry oil to create a casual, 

effortless look. 

aghair.com 

BUMBLE AND BUMBLE 

SURF FOAM SPRAY 

BLOW DRY 

Water resistant conditioning 

spray lotion provides sun 

protection for your hair while 

repairing stressed hair. We love 

that it instantly adds shine and 

softness! 

bumbleandbumble.com 

DAVINES 

LOVE 

HAIR SMOOTHER 

Summer ravaged hair needs 

LOVE! It smooths and hydrates 

stressed care, and works equally 

well to detangle, de-frizz and 

nourish naturally with olive 

extract from Messina, Italy. 

davines.com 



SOFTER SIDE 

OF MARA HOFFMAN 


Fashion designer Mara Hoffman 

is known for swimwear that 

consistently showcases her 

expertly deft hand at working with 

exceptional color palettes and 

vibrant patterns. It is why we love 

her. For Summer 2017, the bright 

colors and in your face bold fabrics 

are there - of course - but there is 

also a softer side to Mara that can be 

seen this season, and we are loving 

it. Long, flowy beach dresses and 

jumpsuits in summer whites and 

effortless silhouettes. 

NINE 



The Case for Better Travel. 

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NICHE style Summer 2017

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