Collaborating with La’ Brown Styles always guarantees some crazy ideas… and I love getting crazy with these ladies. Add Tara’s little bunny, and we’re in business.
Team
Model: Tara Mobayen (Sutherland Models)
MUA: Demi Valentine
Hair: Camille (NOIR Hair Studios)
Wardrobe: La’ Brown Styles
Photographer’s Assistant: Yawen Chan
Check out the published editorial in Veux Mag’s Issue 5 on pages 54-59.
Winter weddings are often the best because it gives people a reason to come out of hibernation and celebrate a momentous occasion for two amazing people. I got the opportunity to head up to Montreal for this lovely couple’s intimate wedding where family was the focus. Individually, May and Paul have always been driven people. The business of their careers have always been a priority and it is probably because of this shared value that has made them so compatible.
What’s even more important to them is family. Balancing work and a wedding – they really had to make a tough decision on how to plan for this day. They focused and made the choice – family first. I was very flattered to be a part of this day for them. Everyone there was family and even though I first knew May as a friend, I felt like I was a part of the family. And to me, nothing beats being able to share these moments with those who welcome you with open arms.
A special thanks to who was involved that day. As an out-of-towner, it’s always great to meet people in a city where things are not always all that familiar to me. Going to Montreal has always been a fun trip and this time getting to try the food at Queue de Cheval was fantastic (and of course I have not been disappointed at all with many of the eateries in MTL =) ) I just had to include a shot of that 20 oz Bone-In Rib Eye. Anyone that knows me, knows my love for steak. And to the lovely Elena at Cheval for making sure all the details were in place and helping to make every shot was captured.
Congrats May and Paul!
Makeup: Nathy Makeup
Hair: Sarala
Flowers: N.D.G. Florist
Venue: Queue de Cheval
Reinventing fashion always come in cycles. However, recycling and refurbishing items for new pieces has been a popular practice in the past decade due to a raised awareness of environmental factors that are leading to long term consequences for our surroundings. When I met these designers a few months back, it didn’t occur to me right at that moment how much of an impact just our choice in clothing and buying habits have on the stability of a healthy environment. I was humbled by Anne Pringle and Consuelo McAlister of Local Buttons at our first encounter regarding the story behind the refurbished vests that are made in Haiti in an effort to provide jobs for local citizens and to not waste what we have already created.
A week later, I met Julie Phelps of Jool Clothing and the concept for the shoot really blossomed. As a local designer, she has found her way of creating pieces from pre-loved items and making them new for the fashion forward individual to wear. Her actions prove that no matter where we are, we can help protect the world, one article of clothing at a time.
As the days went by, a friend heard about the theme of the shoot and recommended I get in touch with Ivan Valencia from MITZ. MITZ, an organization also doing work in other countries to help locals be paid and treated fairly at their jobs, reuses candy wrappers from M&M’S WORLD® to create these unique bags and purses for everyday use. When I got a hold of them at the shoot, I was impressed by the fantastic quality and durability of the pieces. Each bag is handmade and even signed by the worker who carefully crafted the piece.
With the help of Crystal Roy as the wardrobe stylist, she also borrowed jewelry pieces from Whimsy WonderWorks to complete the look. Vi Vien totally rocked it as usual in front of the camera (oh and did I mention she also happens to be one of the editors of Veux Mag)! This was by far the biggest team I’ve worked with and every individual had their talents that made this shoot with a strong message a success. Jem’s skillful application of makeup and Cora’s intuitive workings with hair gave us 5 completely different styles and looks. And of course, I am always in debt to Yawen for her amazing patience and perceptive eye to detail during our shoots.
Sustainable Fashion Team
Photographer: Wales Wong
Photographer’s Assistant: Yawen Chan
Model: Vi Vien Hoang
MUA: Jem Lopez
Hairstylist: Cora Poon
Wardrobe Stylist: Crystal Roy
Designers:
- Vests: Local Buttons
- Clothing Pieces: Jool Clothing
- Bags: MITZ
- Jewelry: Whimsy WonderWorks
For more information on how Sustainable Fashion is making a difference in your community, read each designer’s perspective on what their business/organization has been doing to raise awareness in the latest issue of Veux Mag on pages 22-29.
It’s been a busy few weeks here at the Veux Mag headquarters. We’ve already put out our 4th issue and the 5th issue will be online and in print at the beginning of next month. Balancing a full-time job, free-lancing on the side, and being an editor of an indie fashion and lifestyle magazine has most certainly been a fulfilling experience. Mix in a little traveling here and there, this gal’s completely found happiness (or at least happiness has found me).
Here’s the latest in my travel log. I ventured out to Seoul a few months back and did a wee little article on my experience there. Check out pages 74-75.
I’ve been keeping a food diary of another variety.
I don’t count calories.
I just count the number of splendid places I’ve been able to try out.
(And it’s nice to try out the new macro).
Thanks MTL, once again…
La Banquise for their Poutine B.O.M. (Bacon, Onions, and Merguez Sausage) and Cheval Blanc.
Le Cartet for their Brunch De L’Atlantique (Salmon-inspired) and hot chocolate.
March 6, 2012 - 7:09 pm - Thank you! The food at Le Cartet is fabulous and the service was very friendly =) I can't wait to come by for brunch again when I am in town!
March 6, 2012 - 8:03 am - Thank you Wales for coming to Le Cartet. We are glad you enjoyed your brunh with us. You've got really nice pics in your blog. Hope to see you again! Le Cartet
by Wales
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