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VintageKC VOL. 4 | FASHION 2015

The Fashion Issue MAYOR SLY JAMES THE EVOLUTION OF DENIM

LOCAL DESIGNER HATS 12 MEN’S ACCESSORIES

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Publisher/Editor Erin Shipps [email protected] Fashion Director/Editorial Assistant Calli Green [email protected] Graphic Designer Emily Bowers [email protected] Staff Contributors Ashley Nelson Studios Ash Haze Beauty Head House Hair Parlour Heidi Abbott Layne Haley Photography Lillie Jacson Lotus Beauty Mitsu Sato Hair Academy Re-Runs Shana Nicole Beauty Smash Glam Tiffany Buckley Vintage Vogue Apparel Westside Storey Wheat Photography VINTAGEKC VOLUME 4, FASHION ISSUE IS PUBLISHED YEARLY IN CONJUNCTION WITH A QUARTERLY MAGAZINE BY VINTAGE MEDIA, 1803 WYANDOTTE, KANSAS CITY, MO 64108. COPYRIGHT 2015, VINTAGE MEDIA. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. RE- PRODUCTION IN PART OR IN WHOLE WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION OF THE PUBLISHER IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. PRINTED IN THE U.S.A.

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rowing up I was always told, “never forget where you came from; it’s what has made you.” Every time I heard that, I couldn’t stand it. It was usually followed by an eye roll and a large sigh. My teenage mind couldn’t wait to get out of my hometown, Higginsville, MO, (which I thought was the smallest town on earth) and live some Carrie Bradshaw dreamy life. I thought wrong, but for all of the right reasons. It wasn’t until around my junior year in college that I started to appreciate all that home had to offer. I grew up an hour outside of Kansas City and I went to college an hour away, too. I spent most of my spare time and weekends in the city, soaking up the sun at Worlds of Fun, finding new restaurants, going out with my friends in the Power and Light District, or enjoying the museums on an early

Saturday morning. I fell in love with the quaintness of Kansas City, and Missouri was always welcoming to me -- the city was home. When I graduated college, I moved to a suburb of Seattle for a year. That’s when everything really sunk in. I realized, once and for all, that I only have a part-time wanderlust soul and Missouri will always be home. I love Kansas City. The responses we received from the first Fashion Issue last year were so kind. I am so grateful to be a part of VintageKC , living out a dream to plan and style fashion- able concepts and looks. This issue is full of inspiration, including brave individuals who, just like you and I, have body image concerns with the confidence to share them; local designers who are amazing at what they do; the Mayor and his bow ties (I’m still on a small celebrity high from getting to hang with Mayor Sly James); more menswear than ever before; fun and funky trends that we know Kansas Citians can rock, and much more. Kansas City does not have the fashion scene of New York or Europe, and I didn’t end up having Carrie Bradshaw’s swanky New York lifestyle (despite my teenage day dreams), but, I am pretty proud of Kansas City. This city continues to advance creatively, athletically and everything in between. We may have a small cityscape and a small fashion scene, but I like to think that because of our close-knit neighborhood atmosphere, we are the ones coming out on top here. I get to wake up everyday to be who I always wanted to be, in the city that I

love. In every idea, photo shoot or project, I get to pay a little more local homage, which is so well deserved.

After all, Missouri is “what made me.” For the love of fashion … and home.

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Hat by local designer Lillie Jacson. Photo by Nicole Bissey. On the Cover

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Fit to be

Tied Local bow tie designer Keefe Cravat creates a special line of custom ties just for Mayor Sly James.

PHOTOGRAPHY Tiffany Cody, Smash Glam MAKEUP Aisha Simon, Smash Glam CONCEPT Calli Green

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RRED LINES Throughout history, women’s fashion designers have integrated menswear into the closets of fashionistas everywhere, and we’ve got to say—it’s working! We love seeing the structure and crisp cuts of menswear altered into an edgy look for the ladies. BLU

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THE TUXEDO SHIRT

The tuxedo shirt was designed with a specific collar for ties and has a distinct look. But, with the evolution of fashion, and trendsetters like Janelle Monáe in the celebrity spotlight, the men’s tuxedo shirt has crossed gender lines and become a clean look for women too, with or without a tie.

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Because of World War I, women had to take on their husband’s jobs, and their trousers to go with it. The increase in women wearing pants for work meant wearing trousers became a trend, too. Since then, we have seen waves of trouser trends throughout the women’s fashion scene in every color and style imaginable.

THE TROUSER

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Body Ta lk Nobody’s perfect. Truer words have never been spoken. It’s the line we hear most when being criti- cal of hanging out in our own skin. Yet, as much as we are told those words, insecurities are a reality for everyone. We know it’s comforting to see someone with relatable struggles actually talking them. The next few pages are filled with powerful words from incredible people, and it is our honor to be part of such a brave movement. We hear you, the one who may be overweight but trying; the one that says, “if I were only a little taller;” the mom that can’t stand trying on swimsuits anymore—we hear you. And we’re just like you. Nobody’s perfect.

PHOTOGRAPHY Nicole Bissey Photography MAKEUP Ashley Nelson Studios HAIR Lotus Beauty

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“Since starting my journey to become healthier, I am really starting to feel better. I’ve lost 52 pounds in 7 months and I look forward to reaching my goals.”

“When shopping, I tend to go toward more dark colored tops v-neck tops for my body type. They make me feel the best. But, no matter what I’m wearing, confidence is the most important thing I can wear. That’s something I tell myself all the time.”

“I tend to gain weight in my belly and upper body. I’m still not a huge fan of my upper arms, although I’ve been working on those and, slowly but surely, I am starting to see them become what I want. Like anyone, I have days where I like a part of my body more than the other and I continually remind myself to be secure with what I have and work on the things I can improve.”

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THE PERFECT LIP

PHOTOGRAPHY Heidi Abbott and Tiffany Buckley MODELS Winny Duku, Voices&; Kathryn Bornus, Hina Khan, Megan Price, and Madison Robinson MAKEUP Ashley Nelson and Tatiana Wallace, Ashley Nelson Studios

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Dark cool skin tones shine in cool berry tones like the one on Winny (above), saturated enough to pull through on rich complexions. Megan (right) and brunettes like her look great in medium pinks, varying the intensity to match your particular shade of brunette goddess. A good guide is to try something two shades darker than your natural lip color for every day, and as vibrant as a rich berry for evening and special occasions. Muted reds look great every day on skin tones with this much warmth. Purple is the contrasting color to the golden tones found in Madison ’s (far right) skin, making her complexion look amazing!

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