Editor Note                                                   8
This July take the time to relish in the freedom
to be you.
Girl of the Moment                                  66
Gelila Bekele is a model, humanitarian, social
activist and this month's girl of the moment.   
 
Editor's Lust List                                    34
The Fashion Department at
FashionQandA.com comes across so many
fabulous fashion finds that when you ask the
editorial team what they are craving, you
could easily get a list at least a mile long!   
     
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On this Month's Cover
Model
:  
Victoria Brito @ Trump
Models
Photographers:
Steven Gomillion &    
Dennis Leupold
www.gnlstudios.com
Stylist: Wayne Harris
Assistant Stylist:      
Ludget Delcy
Hairstylist:
Stefano Grecco
Make-up Artist:
Maki Hasagawa
Clothing by Monarchy
Collection
Pucker Up at Badgley    12
Mischka
Sexy never looked so easy this
season. The designers chose a
make-up concept that was
natural with an emphasises
placed on the lip in shades of
pink like fuchsia, bright cherry
red and pink scarlet.
Be A Color Chameleon   13
Polish Sure To Pop
Celebrate color with bright,
loud, fun, shades for your
fingers and toes.
Hairstyle Q&A with               15
Mark Hayes
A career path that was inspired by
the color and spectacle of
recording artist David Bowie,
Sassoon International Creative
Director, Mark Hayes conversed
with FashionQandA.com. Click
here for the scoop on the fashion
focused hair genius!
Love it or Leave?                       16
Review of Comme des Garcons
Spring 08 Collection. When Bad
Clothes are Designed by Good
People.
McQueen vs. Siriano
WANTED:            17
Designer’s Who
Don’t Play by the
Rules
The Leaders &
Followers
When you think about
the names of
designers that are
notorious for making
garments with the
intent to attract
attention and awe,
attract attention and awe, the usual suspects are
Vivienne Westwood, John Galliano, Karl Langerfield,
Anna Sui and last but not least, Alexander McQueen.
The Look of Envy                  20
People will always talk about you,
especially when you look and feel
beautiful. Let them envy you!
Change is Good Haute        24
Hairstyles
             
Hot hairstyles from short  to wavy
and everything in between. The
FashionQandA.com Beauty
Department picked the most
irresistible runway hairstyles this
season that you can easily
replicate or adjust to fit your own
personalized hairstyle.
Beauty On A Budget        26
Just because something costs
more, does not necessarily
mean it is better. Perceived
value is such a gimmick that
many happily buy into. Save
your self some cents and grab
a few goodies, all priced under
$35.
Celebrity Risk Takers          28
On & Off Screen      
We all know a few actors and
actresses off stage and on screen
who consistently surprise, test
audiences and fashion critics
alike. Whether it is a red carpet
premiere or an encounter with the
paparazzi FashionQandA.com has
selected our favorite celebrity risk
takers.
She's Got the Power      30
There is more to Australia then
just the Out Back. Fabulous
emerging designers are
sprouting out every from the
land down under, like Tina
Kalivas. Her incredible
draping, execution and cutting
techniques have gained
acclaim worldwide.
Members Only                       29
As a thank you to our loyal readers
we are thrilled to pass along to
you sites where you can find
amazing designer clothing and
accessories at low discounted
prices. At the top of my online
shopping destination list is Gilt
Groupe, Ideeli and Hautelook.
Buzz Worthy                          31
Emerging Artist               
Freedom of speech enables us all
to tell and hear stories in different
ways. Whether it is painted on
someone's body or on the side of
a wall, the message is
unmistakable. Meet Los Angeles
native Shane Horrell, a graffiti
avant-garde artist.
Irresistible Reads                                   35
Get ready for some food for thought this
summer! Whether it is a thriller, a thought
provoking novel, a romantic adventure or a
chick "lit," FashionQandA.com has found
something that will stimulate your mind and
take you on a reading adventure.
Three Runway                       37
Trends to Try
Dress up your beautiful bathing
suit this summer with a gorgeous
handbag. We have found three
trends you will want to try straight
from the runway.
Runway Report:                   38
Spring '08 DSquared2
If there are two people that know
how to kick off the start of a
runway show its brothers Dean and
Dan Caten, the duo behind
DSquared2
Men's             39-43
Swimwear      
in the Raw
As the summer sun
approaches, fight off
the scorching heat
with bold, sheer raw
style. Let the lucid
sky reveal intense
swimwear that will
keep all eyes battling
for your attention.
On the Runway       44
Mercedes-Benz Fashion
Week Berlin and Miami
will taking place during
the month of July 2008
and FashionQandA.com
will be on sight at both
exclusive events
previewing the hottest
collections to hit the
runway this season for
our readers.
South America            45
and Russian Society Hit
NYC with a Tribal Bang!
DEPESHA Magazine h
osted Fashion: Aid a Haute
Summer Event at Touch
nightclub in New York City.
Atlanta Undreesed                         46
Looking for Southern hospitality and a city
rich in culture? Then look no further because
Atlanta, Georgia once a freedom fighting
state is the place to be and be-seen and the
July FashionQandA.com undressed city
feature
.
Dangerous             48
Denim
Have the freedom to
look dangerously
delicious in the denim
brought to you by
Blessed & Cursed
Glamorously                49
Goth
Who knew that the words
glamorous and goth could
ever rightfully coincide?
Meet Metal Designer &
Jeweller William Llewellyn
Griffiths.
Daring Designs           50
Not every designer
inspiration can be
understood, who went too
far this season?
Designer Q&A with                  51-52
Monarchy Collection's
Eric Kim
Monarchy Collection is emerging as a
top American lifestyle brand and a front
runner in high-fashion denim,
trendsetting graphic tees, fine jewelry,
watches, accessories and much more!
FashionQandA.com talked candidly with
designer and Founder Eric Kim.
Tantalizing Tangerine                        56
Runway Color Tantalizing Tangerine: With
bountiful shades of orange to choose from
be sure to add a refreshing dose of color to
your wardrobe this season.
Absolute           58-62
Monarchy
Eric Kim brought The
Streets of Scandinavia
to the runway for the Fall
'08 Monarchy Collection
at Fashion Week
Smashbox Studios. We
thought we would put his
creations to the test of
the streets of New York.
The result...designs that
rein absolutely
supreme
Leg Looks                                             57
High waisted pants and shorts are a summer
must-have. Not only does this cut slim down
your mid-section, it does wonders for
elongating your frame. Don't look further, if
you want a total body enhancing style.
Concrete Gets a                             65
Makeover
Concrete designs are a hot new interior
household trend. From elaborate
expansive new homes to budgeted
one-room remodels, stunning concrete
creations are growing into a viable
interior design option. Meet Zachary
Colletti, owner of Concrete Canvass.
Get to Know Ina Soltani          63-64
When it comes to an empowering
journey of perseverance, Bosnian born
designer Ina Soltani is a true inspiration.
Mother, designer, war survivor and
originator, Soltani is fascinating in every
way. Fashion Q&A brings you an in
depth discussion with her.