THE SPRING ISSUE
Shirley Manson
Playing with Garbage Before he launched Garbage, drummer Butch Vig was already the well-known producer of Nirvana’s Nevermind and The Smashing Pumpkins’ Gish. Smart Studios, the recording complex in Madison, Wisconsin he ran with guitarist Steve Marker, was ground zero for the alternative rock scene when Vig, Marker and multi-instrumentalist Duke Erickson decided to start […]
Eric Adkins
The glow of over a hundred bottles of whiskey glimmers off the barman’s smooth head, accentuating the perspiration as veteran drinksmith Erik Adkins works away, mixing cocktails and pouring the amber goodness to the packed-in patrons at Hard Water. The Pier 3 whiskey bar is the latest Charles Phan venture, this time featuring whiskey—one of […]
An Exquisite Eye
Blake Kuwahara For those who know him, Blake Kuwahara is a name synonymous with design, and one of those thoroughly contemporary artists whose consideration for purpose in beauty is essential. Kuwahara has always been drawn to optics, a fitting relationship as his eye for composition and ability to translate what he sees to what he […]
Divino Man
With advertisements reminiscent of Kenzo and Michael Kors and an eye for vibrant, eye-catching hues, Adam Zaka, the head of Divino Man is starting to make waves in the fashion world. Turning against the current rave over minimalist aesthetic, he has strayed into the unknown territory of bright patterns and colors for menswear. His feminine […]
69
Gender, race, age, and size are insignificant to the creator of 69. These traits are meaningless when it comes to fashion, according to the fashion label, so meaningless that the designer hasn’t even released his or her own identity. While this may come across as shocking or peculiar to some, it also raises the question […]
She Moves Me
Photography Sergio Kurhajec Styling Don Sumada Five women are stealing the editorial stage at SOMA. One is an entrepreneur, another is an anti-fashionista, there’s a Beyonce-producer, an internationally hailed vocalist, and dance-punk band leader. Together, they cover impressive ground—and they all have something in common: they are powerhouse rock stars and role models. Alexis Krauss, lead […]
Training Day
Photography Peter Rosa Styling Emma Slack Nike jacket Chromat top Monreal London skirt Nike sneakers Chromat jacket Daniella Kallmeyer dress Vince jumpsuit Eres bra Michi jacket Everlast gloves Alexander Wang shoes Koreswim swimsuit Reebok shorts Nike sneakers Armani jacket Reebok bra Adidas pants Nike shoes Garvey bag Michi bodysuit Monreal London jacket Gore-Tex sleeves Michi bra American […]
Love to Pose
Model Taylor Mack Crommie Posing as David Bowie Occupation: Musician Stylist’s own jacket and neck tie Artelier peral earing as pin Model Kate Boyer Posing as Angie Bowie 70’s glam Occupation: Actress / Stunt Blq Jacket Sabo Skirt top Boyajian necklace Model Daniel Norman Posing as Jean Michel Basquiat Occupation: Musician Models own jacket, shirt, […]
Street Pulse
San Francisco 1. Favorite Films 2. Favorite Director 3. Favorite Musician of All Time Lauren Guerdat 1. Heather, The Royal Tenenbaums and Midnight in Paris 2. Wes Anderson 3. Prince Joshua Van Leader 1. Dior and I 2. Ridley Scott 3. Frank Sinatra Domenica Domiray 1.Chocolat, Bananas 2. Woody Allen 3. […]
The Influencers
Adriana Gascoigne Adriana Gascoigne, 38, sees the innovation in technology. It’s a type of innovation not limited to her roles in technology, which have spanned both global brands and start-up spaces. Wishing to further the visibility of women in the technology industry, Adriana founded the non-profit organization, Girls in Tech, in 2007. Established with the […]
The Influencers
Natalia Burina For Natalia Burina, software engineering errs on the side of charisma. As a young entrepreneur, Natalia’s upbringing was rich with her Yugoslavian heritage and an obvious diligence, which influenced her to study applied math and computer science at the University of Washington. It was from this foundation that Natalia worked for powerhouses such […]
The Influencers
Lara Eurdolian Lara Eurdolian, 31, navigates the blogosphere with a style-savvy compass. With a background that integrates branding and beauty, Lara launched her career in marketing with NARS and Jurlique, after graduating from the Fashion Institute of Technology. She went on become a brand consultant for entities like Kiehl’s, Skyn Iceland, and Avon. All the […]
D’clic
When we talk about design with purpose we talk about D’Clic. A cutting edge Fashion Company founded by San Francisco-based, French designer and entrepreneur Martial Yapo; a former partner of the iconic wine bar “Amelié” and creative mind of D’clic. The designer developed his skills while attending architectural school in northern France during his 20’s; […]
AYK
“Ceramics is my language” – Anna Yuh Krengel, San Francisco artist and Central Saint Martins graduate explains as she takes us through her innovative work for AYK in jewelry ceramic design. AYK Ceramics constructs its collections with detailed handcrafted designs that are a translation of relics that were once created by influential ancient power women. […]
Fariba Soltani
Architecture of a Scarf While the concept of a scarf is hardly novel in the accessories market, nor to fashion for that matter, a scarf that draws its inspiration from interior architecture is more extraordinary. “My background is in architecture, hence my love for clear lines and subtle choice of colors,” says Fariba Soltani of […]
