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25-year-old, Clayton County dweller, Latto has recently become a house-hold name following her prestigious nominations, awards, and titles including the 2023 BET “Best Female Hip-Hip Artist” award and recent pair of Grammy Award nominations including ‘Best New Artist’ and “Best Melodic Rap Performance”. 

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Following her much-anticipated second studio album ‘777’, released in 2022 which saw Latto dip her toe into the pop scene, her single “Big Energy,” climbed to No. 3 on the Hot 100 and No. 1 on Pop Airplay. Following this success, Latto collaborated with BTS’ Jungkook for his single “Seven,” which became the first Hot 100 chart-topper for both art§ists and went on to win “Song of the Summer” at the 2023 MTV VMA Awards.

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Latto then solidified her legacy as the first ever female headliner of ATL’s Hot 107.9 Birthday Bash, and as the first female rapper to ever have a #1 record at Pop, Rhythm and Urban Radio with her hit RIAA-certified 3x Platinum single “Big Energy”, effortlessly showing the world that this Georgia Peach is one to pick.

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Drawing keen inspiration from her Georgian roots, this southern belle is serving more than iced tea to her dedicated fans this summer. Her highly anticipated third studio album ‘Sugar Honey Iced Tea’ features 21 tracks of singles, “Big Mama,” “Sunday Service,” “Put It On Da Floor”, and remixes featuring other A-List Southern artists including Megan Thee Stallion, Ciara, Coco Jones, Young Nudy, Flo Milli, and Teezo Touchdown, and is proving to be the sweet refreshment we’re craving. Pulling from inspirations Mariah Carey, Beyoncé and Lil’ Kim but with her signature Southern hip-hop twist, Big Mama expertly presents a very feminine energy with a masculine sense of confidence, effortlessly producing a yin, yang effect to her music.

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But Latto’s artistic flair doesn’t stop there. Frequently showcasing striking reds, pinks, and patterns, Latto’s understanding of daring fashion and colour theory paints her Instagram as more of a gallery, allowing a visual extension of her art to run alongside her music career. Having also attended various fashion weeks over the years spanning New York, Milan, and Paris, Latto’s playful and sexy looks embrace a new, fun, and explorational phase in her career.

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Craving more? Excitingly, since concluding her special feature on Lizzo’s tour, Latto has teased an upcoming tour in her recent Billboard feature, and even hinted at her advocacy for affordable ticket prices, stating: “I want it to be an experience, but also affordable”, once again showcasing those sweet, Southern manners and genuine care for her fans.

With over one billion streams worldwide, a new album, and upcoming tour, Latto proves once again, there ain’t nothing like a Georgia girl.

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Sabrina Carpenter’s transition from a Disney child starlet to a fashion “IT Girl” and the Britney esc pop princess of the 2020’s, has definitely been one for the ages. She has successfully shed her child star image and emerged as a talented, versatile and even trendy artist in the music industry, which can be hard to do with the often “cringy” child star background.

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Sabrina Carpenter first rose to fame through her role as Maya Hart in the Disney Channel series “Girl Meets World.” Her impressive acting skills and charming personality made her a total fan favourite among Disney Channel fans, which built her an incredible platform to work off when it came to pursuing the next steps of her career.

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In 2015, Sabrina released her debut album, “Eyes Wide Open,” which showcased her impressive singing abilities and introduced her unique pop sound. Sabrina’s transition was evident in her music, which showcased a more mature and sophisticated side to her. With each album release, Sabrina Carpenter proved her versatility as a pop artist. Her lyrics became more personal and relatable, resonating with a wider audience. 

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She continued to grow in her music career with songs like “Sue Me,” “Why,” and the song which truly grew her success and of her most known songs “Skin”. The hit song was about the tumultuous love triangle between herself and two fellow Disney starlets, Sabrina’s new boyfriend Joshua Bassett, and his “SOUR” ex-girlfriend (pardon the pun), Olivia Rodrigo. 

Due to the situation between the three being heavily discussed on social media, the scandalous release of “Skin”, being a very “he’s touching me now, not you” type of song, got everybody talking and definitely contributed to Carpenters new grown-up image.

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Sabrina Carpenter’s rebranding process expands past just her music, and into her style and image as a whole. She’s adopted a very Bratz doll esc style and has been adorably compared to a Polly Pocket, due to her stunning blonde hair, petite frame and funky style. She has been dropping jaws all year with cute Y2K micro mini dresses and signature Bratz doll platform boots whilst opening for Taylor Swift’s eras tour.

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She has continued to embrace a more edgy and contemporary image and continue her “rebrand” by working with trendy brands and creatives. Recently, she took part in a shoot for Kim Kardashians brand “SKIMS”, this was a genius move and great display of her versatility, further solidifying her status as a fashion icon.

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The shoot for the brand’s Spring collection was shot by none other but the incredibly talented Jack Brigland, best known for that iconicshoot of Robert Pattinson for GQ (you know the one we mean) as well as working with huge names like Kim Kardashian and Travis Scott to name but a few. His work is beautifully identifiable by his entrancing use of colour to create captivating and artistic imagery.

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She’s also recently taken part in a shoot with another incredibly talented and equally trendy fashion photographer, Amber Asaly, a member of Kylie Jenner’s inner circle and her go to photographer. The shoot was done in Asaly’s signature Y2K film style, and further shows the versatility of Sabrina and furthers her position as a fashion IT Girl.

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As she continues to explore new opportunities, push boundaries and surpass peoples pre conceived notions of ex-Disney starlets, it’s clear that Sabrina Carpenter’s impact will extend far beyond her music and acting career.

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 Tyla’s album arrives as a testament to her rise in the music industry. Featuring 15 tracks, “TYLA” offers a diverse range of songs that encapsulates the essence of African pop culture while seamlessly blending elements of Amapiano, Hip Hop, Pop, and R&B. Tracks like ‘Safer’, ‘Truth or Dare’, and the Becky G-featured ‘On My Body’ serve as reminiscent echoes of Tyla’s chart-topping hit ‘Water’, while other gems like ‘Jump’ with Gunna and Skillibeng deliver high-octane energy that ignites the soul. 

Reflecting on her musical odyssey, Tyla shared, “When I listen to the album, I’m so proud of it. I just see our sound going so far: the culture, the words, the slang. Even just Joburg — the thought of people now singing about Joburg.” This sentiment highlights Tyla’s deep-rooted connection to her African heritage and her commitment to elevating the continent’s rich musical tapestry onto the global stage. 

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The release of “TYLA” marks a historic milestone for Tyla, whose chart-topping single ‘Water’ catapulted her to the upper echelons of the music industry, earning her a coveted spot as the highest-charting female soloist in African history on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100. With an RIAA Platinum certification and a GRAMMY win under her belt for “Best African Music Performance”, Tyla’s star continues to ascend, illuminating the path for future generations of African artists. 

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In the words of Ezekiel Lewis, President of Epic Records, “Her young star is on the rise, and this project marks one more step towards the achievement of a global music fan base rooted in the touch and feel of Amapiano, R&B, and Pop.” Indeed, “TYLA” is not just an album—it’s a cultural phenomenon that transcends countries, unites nations, and celebrates the vibrant tapestry of African music and culture. 

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For fans eager to immerse themselves in the full TYLA experience, an array of exclusive merch bundles, including autographed vinyl options, streetwear, and album posters, are available for purchase. Dive into the enchanting world of “TYLA” and experience the magic of African music “The Tyla Way”. 

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Before rapping, he was a makeup artist for the hip-hop duo City Girls, and he has since come full circle, collaborating on ‘Shisha’ with them in 2021. His music career began when he realised the podcast he was producing with friends needed a theme song, and since then, the multi-talented star has been featured on the covers of Teen Vogue, Paper, and V Magazine, and been a guest on reality TV show Love & Hip Hop: Miami.

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He has also collaborated with the queen of dance music, Madonna, remixing ‘Material Girl’ to ‘MATERIAL GWORRLLLLLLLL!’, made Forbes’ 30 under 30, supported Latto and Lizzo on tour, and performed at the VMA pre-show, BET Awards pre-show, and on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. His catchy songs, empowering lyrics, and magnetic personality have attracted a huge fan base and co-signs from Nicki Minaj, Rihanna, Cardi B, and Megan Thee Stallion.

His new song, ‘1-800-Bad-Bxtch’, detailing a series of failed phone calls, was released today, and we are listening on repeat! Like all his songs, it has a catchy beat, and the lyrics— “he can’t treat me like I’m average”— are too relatable. This song has the exact energy we try to emulate when getting ready for a night out, and we can just tell that it’s going to explode on TikTok— with huge glow-up transition potential. Not to mention Santana has a history of TikTok fame, with videos to ‘Material Girl’ receiving millions of views and ‘Walk’s’ ‘#WalkChallenge reaching 3.7B views.

We also couldn’t talk about this song without talking about the outfits! The music video is set in an office, one where he drinks cocktails while his coworkers twerk (jealous honestly)— we wish we looked this good at work.

Styled by Labels N Dollas, Santana pairs a black leather corset and suspended boots with a shirt and tie. Combined with bright orange acrylics, stacked diamond bracelets, oversized glasses, and an orange Hermès Birkin, this look is more runway than run-to-the-printer.

Saucy Santana is not one to shy away from a bold look, and loves a statement bag.

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The pink Rick Owens cape and matching wedge sneakers are complemented perfectly by the black Chanel and sunglasses.

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The double denim Amiri look plus blue the Chanel for Lira Mercer’s baby shower.

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Highlighter yellow Dior sunglasses, Chrome Hearts hoodie, Fendi purse, and Bottega clogs come together for this insane look.

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Wearing this fuzzy Marni set matched with Bottega sunglasses and Rick Owens sneakers on his birthday.

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Looking to the future, Santana will be releasing more music and performing at festivals like Something In The Water Festival in Virginia Beach, Roots Picnic in Philadelphia, Broccoli City Festival in DC, and more. We can’t wait to hear this song all summer!

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Adelina has been creating music for many years, but caught global attention when featuring on the 2018 FIFA world cup official anthem ‘One World’. Since then, Adelina has released a string of singles exploring different cultures and influences she has picked up on throughout her time living in various parts of the world. It is impossible to limit Adelina’s style to one genre, with elements of Jazz, Blues, Soul, Latin and Afropop all being incorporated into her unique and inviting sound. 

Her first single of 2022, ‘Butter’, delivers an infectious sound that is innovative and unique whilst encapsulating the joyous sub-genre of Afropop. This sound is accompanied by Adelina’s deep soulful vocals, creating a multi-dimensional soundscape that hits all the right spots. The self-directed music video, shot in Latvia, is classically Adelina, yet includes futuristic and digital elements, adding another string to Adelina’s diverse bow. 

Voir spoke to Adelina about her latest single, her love for mermaids and how being a citizen of the world enhances her music.   

We’ve been loving your new track ‘Butter’, it’s got such an infectious beat! How did you find the creative process when making the track?

The creative process started when I experimented with the beat two years ago, maybe even longer! I’ve had the beat for a long time, and I always knew that I wanted to do something with it. It now sounds slightly different than it did, to begin with, but the afrobeat groove is still there, and that was the basis for moving this song forward. 

I sent the beat over to another producer, and he put his magic on it! I didn’t see this coming, but we ended up going in a very unique angle which resulted in a futuristic sound that is slightly different to the usual Afropop you may hear.

It really felt like we created something I’ve never personally had before – in terms of fusing Afropop with a futuristic sound. It was a beautiful process. 

That’s great, you can definitely tell that it is slightly different to the usual dancehall/afrobeat style we usually hear, it’s cool that you put your own spin on that. Would you say the inspiration behind ‘Butter’ is the fact you had the beat for over two years?

I actually think I just really wanted to utilise one of the beats that I’ve had on my laptop for way too long! The main drum loop that you hear is what has stayed for two years, but what actually started driving the process is when we started writing it. 

When I got the modified beat sent back to me, I remember thinking it sounded so cool! Especially through headphones or speakers, it just takes you places. In particular the guitar, in the beginning, I felt like it was so interstellar! This made me really want to write something magical and romantic, something beautiful that would give good vibes to whoever listens to it. 

I’ve been creating all kinds of music – including sad and depressing. But, at this point I just really wanted to bring good vibes to the world, I want people to feel good. And that really was the inspiration behind it, as well as bringing a romantic moment.

The song itself is made up of so many interesting things – for example, the second verse has a reggae flow along with shamanic elements in my breath, which at the time I did randomly but it felt like my calling!

The track and the lyrics really do go hand in hand, it has those good vibes that everyone is looking for at the moment – we can already imagine this song in summer! As you had full creative control, how was creating the song independently? 

I think the beauty of being independent is that you have full control of the sound that you are trying to achieve. Honestly, it’s not easy! Working independently is hard, but it’s so rewarding because you did it yourself, and you create something you’re proud of.

It does take a lot of time- for this song I started it back in October. The process included things like songwriting, recording, producing, mixing, mastering, styling, creating mood boards and directing. Being independent takes time, but at the end of the day I’m really proud of it because everything you see is all of my creative brain and input, from the visuals to the song itself, it’s all me!

It’s really cool when you see the whole thought process come to fruition! Do you have any icons or any big musical influences? 

I’m a really old school girl, although I’m not an R&B or soul artist I’m really inspired by that sound. I think you can hear that soulful tone in my voice. I’m really influenced by 80s and 90s Soul music – people like Chaka Khan, Erykah Badu, Luther Vandross, Michael Jackson. 

But if you’re talking about modern-day icons. That person for me would be Beyoncé. For me, she is perfect at everything she does. She is a perfectionist when it comes to art, and I can really relate to that because that’s how I am. I feel like she is my main inspiration.

As you worked so independently on this track, how did this compare to collaborative work you’ve done, such as ‘Chicken Suya’?

You know, I really do love collaborating when it comes to having other artists on a song. But, I also love having the whole creative space to myself! Having the whole song to express myself is a really beautiful thing. For a while, I thought this song was going to be a feature but it ended up being a single and I’m really happy that it is.

It sounds unique, this is my little baby I worked so hard on and let out into the world, I’m proud of it!

It’s clear you have a diverse background, do you feel being a part of various cultures enhances your music?

Absolutely! I lived in three different continents, so I really don’t like labelling myself as something, that just isn’t who I am. I am a citizen of the world, I belong to every single part of the world, I can blend in everywhere and I feel like this is who I am. I don’t like saying “i am this” or “i am that” – I am everything! 

Having a diverse background and living in various places has given me such an open mind, and opened my eyes to so many beautiful things surrounding us. The cultures, the different sounds and the colours, really do influence me and every aspect of my artistry. 

As you’ve travelled a lot, do you have a favourite country or place that you’ve visited?

That’s a good question… you know what, I’ve been to at least 40 countries! Every country has its own unique thing, but I’d say one of my brightest memories was in Thailand. I’ll never forget this experience. I was swimming at night in Maya Bay and I couldn’t believe what I was seeing. I was surrounded by millions of glowing stars underneath me, which were fluorescent plankton. 

Imagine you’re swimming in dark water and everything is glowing around you – it’s like avatar water! I feel like it has such a stamp in my memory, I really love Asia.

I am also really connected to Morocco, I am here a lot of the time. I feel like I lived in Morocco in a past life, sometimes I act way too Moroccan not to be!

What amazing memories! And, you’re now based here in London, how are you finding it?

London is a really beautiful city and it provides you with so many awesome sources of inspiration, creativity and artistry. It also teaches you a lot, it’s not an easy place to live if you come here without a family or a stable background. I’ve been through ups and downs and everything, but overall it’s been a beautiful experience and it’s taught me so much. It teaches you a lot of acceptance – of other people and their preferences – no matter if that’s sexuality, religion, culture or anything. There’s a feeling of unity, as a citizen of the world, London is a place where I have felt so free in that way, and I could connect with everyone.

Do you have a tip for anyone who is thinking of moving to a country or going to a place they’ve never been without any friends or family there? 

I think you’ve just got to follow your heart, whatever it is telling you, you have to do it! 

I remember I went to a party, I woke up feeling hungover the next morning and my friend asked me to move to London with her, and I literally just thought “Why not? Let’s go.”. It was so spontaneous, and a week later we moved to London! It was a really amazing decision because I just followed my heart. 

In the ‘Butter’ music video there was a hologram of me selecting a program of ‘following your heart’. This is really what I stand for! If you want to move countries, even if you’re not 100% sure or don’t have all the funds, just do it. Everything will work out and the universe has got your back.

You’ve achieved some incredible things, such as having the official anthem of the 2018 world cup! Is there an achievement you are most proud of?

One of the things I am really proud of is that I literally do everything, I sometimes call myself a ‘mini record label’! All the songs I have released are recorded and engineered by me. Or, for example, I could hire a graphic designer, but I prefer not to because they might not see or understand my vision. I like to take it into my own hands and create things myself. There’s so much self-sufficiency to me, from styling, producing a whole song, doing hair and makeup, I’m really proud of it because that is all me!

And having full creative control of ‘Butter’ must have felt great too?

Definitely! Like I say, it’s not easy and it can be exhausting doing everything yourself. But I’m such a perfectionist. I hate mediocre stuff – I cannot stand it! Even as an up and coming artist, I want to do everything to the best that I possibly can within my capabilities. I want to deliver content as good as those who are already out there doing amazing things.

We noticed that the ‘Butter’ music video was also really futuristic and digital, is this something you’re interested in going into?

I have really diverse visions, I don’t like sticking to something once. Lately, I know I have done a lot of Afro/Latin sounds, and I want to explore it further. But, I also know I can blend myself in everywhere and do other things too! I like the futuristic vibe, it’s very 2022 aesthetic wise with the whole matrix thing, it’s very different and I’m glad I got to execute this idea!

It’s definitely very on-trend at the moment, from lockdown we have seen things shift into a more digital world, so it’s amazing that you were able to incorporate this into your music!

We do live in a digital world – whether we like it or not, it is what it is!

We noticed a particularly cute video on your youtube channel of you singing ‘Born This Way’ to Lady Gaga, we’re guessing you’re a big fan?

I’m really a big fan of her personality and artistry. I feel like she is such a down to earth and humble person, especially in the way she treats her fans and the people around her. For example, when I asked to sing for her she got everyone backstage to turn the music off so she could hear me properly. It was such a small but amazing gesture, and I was really surprised. And, the thing is for me, I don’t get surprised anymore – luxury, flash cars and celebrities, I really don’t care about that. What really surprises me is an amazing character that you don’t often come across these days, and that is what I really felt from her. 

Who is your dream collaboration?

I would probably say Beyoncé! If Michael Jackson was still alive it would also be him, he is the king! 

We love how vibrant your Instagram feed is! It’s apparent that you are influenced by mythical creatures, specifically mermaids. Could you tell us about this?

I think I am a real-life mermaid, to be honest, I have all the characteristics! Weird fact, but my hands are always cold, and when you think of sea life you imagine them as cold creatures. Secondly, I have long mermaid-like hair. Lastly, I am a singer, and what do sirens do? They sing! 

I think if I was a real-life mermaid I’d be a good one, I’d be singing and having fish friends and dolphins, I wouldn’t be luring men into the sea! I really do love the sea, I could spend hours in there and I feel so connected to nature. When I go into the sea I become one, which is really where it came from, I didn’t just wake up one day and decide to call myself a mermaid, it’s like an inner calling and makes sense to my spirit and who I am. 

We know you don’t like to label yourself as anything too particular, but how would you describe your style?

I would say for music style, I do fall under the pop category but I cover a lot of pop subgenres, such as Afropop, Latin pop and dance-pop.

Fashion-wise, I think I’m like a chameleon because I have the kind of face that can transform into different things! I know I look different in a lot of photos, but there’s no photoshop involved. I love bohemian styles, with elements of hippie! But, I love a diverse amount of fashion, it depends on my mood, it could be classy, grunge or anything. 

A couple of days ago I did a photoshoot in an amazing abandoned castle in Morocco and I was wearing a grunge style outfit that was gladiator-inspired! So, as I said before, I like being diverse and not limiting myself to one thing. 

What is next for Adelina, have you got anything big in store for the rest of 2022?

I’m planning to work on my EP! This will be my first one, in the past, I’ve concentrated on releasing singles but I think I need to let a body of work come out and let the world hear it come together – it may sound a bit like a jukebox because I like having such a diverse sound but that’s who I am!

I also have some exciting collaborations – I can’t name any names yet as they are currently in the works it is going to be big!

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Yendry’s music is an authentic blend of rhythms that seek inspiration from tunes and instruments synonymous with her Italian/Dominican heritage. Her hit singles like ‘Nina’ draw influence from flamenco and reggaeton, creating a harmony of nostalgic beats with a modern R&B twist. Her most recent collaboration with Belgian- Colognese singer Lous and the Yakuza encapsulates nostalgia meeting modern charm. Their single ‘Masquerade’ – released earlier this year- was an inspiring feat. The single’s aim was to encourage humans to look beyond our exteriors to understand eachother on a deeper level, so it’s no surprise the collab reached over 600,000 listens on Spotify this month.

Not only does her music sound good, but Yendry’s top singles like ‘YOU’ and ‘Barrio’ speak to a generation of women fighting their oppression in society. Speaking to 1983 Magazine, the artist admitted how her hit song ‘El Diablo’ was written with an aim of bringing to light the double standards women face in society, claiming she hoped to ‘give a positive message to independent women’.

Aside from her female forward music, Yendry’s style is another reason to join the star’s thousands of fans. Recently in the press for her erotic Jean-Paul Gaultier looks at Paris Fashion Week, the star draws on artsy and outlandish fashion to fill her wardrobe. Favouring looks with a bold and colourful forefront, the star’s recent looks have featured leather trench coats, abstract prints, and daring sheer fabrics. Yendry isn’t afraid to make a statement through her clothing.

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Here to inspire us to dabble in outlandish fashions (and probably take a trip to Urban Outfitters) we’ve gathered Yendry’s greatest looks to recreate at home.

Not afraid to show off her athletic figure, Yendry’s appearance at Balmain’s Paris Fashion show was sultry and modern. Pairing a lengthy leather trench over a cut-out tee and sheer trousers, the star’s look was inspired by Balmain’s classic and feminine house codes.

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Bringing artwork from the Louvre onto the streets of Paris, Yendry’s Jean Paul Gaultier Mona Lisa look was a true work of art. Pairing khaki cargos with her staple black trench, this look brought art and fashion together for the ultimate Parisian look.

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Proving her iconic Jean Paul Gaultier looks just don’t stop, Yendry showed us how to work the sheer look to perfection in a chiffon gown and brown leather jacket. Keeping her accessories on the subtle side, the look was paired with brown peep toe Amina Muaddi heels for her Paris solo performance.

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Jean Paul Gaultier The Tennis Suit Top

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Jean Paul Gaultier The Tennis Suit Pants

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Forever 21 Faux Leather Trench Coat

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AMINA MUADDI Lupita Suede Mules

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Stepping away from the colourful layered looks the star is usually spotted in, Yendry mixed it up for her Jean Paul Gaultier front-row look in a maxi dress that mimicked the female anatomy. Sticking to a two-toned palette, the outfit was an elegant black and white look with an abstract twist.

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Giuseppe Zanotti Silver Metallic Pumps

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UO Black & White Sateen Print Bandeau Dress

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Keeping things basic in blue, the star gave us a lesson in all things smart casual wearing a trench and trainer pairing. Adding a dash of primary colour to her look, Yendry wore co-ordinated royal blue trainers and a cosy sweater.

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Emporio Armani Double-Breasted Trench Coat In Bi-Stretch Technical Fabric

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Ted Baker Dyloh Oversized Shirt

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In a promotional post for her collaboration with Puma, Yendry wore blue crushed velvet flares with a slit cropped tee. In a regal yet sporty setting, the star posed with a basketball in platform sneakers that matched the athletic scene.

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RETROFÊTE Alphabet Rhodium-Plated Crystal Single Earring

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ASOS DESIGN Hourglass Velvet Suit Kickflare Trouser In Blue

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Not keeping her love of green a secret, Yendry incorporated her favourite shade into a Columbian nighttime look. Sporting knee-high green boots with a mesh sequined dress, this look is giving us major Friday night outfit inspiration.

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ASYOU Sheer Stretch Diamante Sleeveless Dress

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Dune London Pointed Stiletto Knee High Heeled Boots – Spice Green

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Tala Skinluxe Cut Out Long Sleeve Top – Shadow Black

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Stripping it back to basics, the star gave us casual wear inspiration in her slit leg Marco Rambaldi dress. Keeping the look down to earth, the star paired the cream gown with chunky sneakers as she posed by a vintage car.

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Meshki Cali Long Sleeve Midi Dress – Taupe

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Balenciaga Triple S Trainers Beige

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For a cool khaki look, Yendry’s monochromatic outfit is the ultimate street style look. With a unique shorts over trouser pairing, the star layered the look to perfection with a baggy bomber and cropped black tee.

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Spring/Summer 1985

Ahead of his time, Manfred gave off Cleopatra vibes with this metallic colour palette and sharp silhouette.

Spring/Summer 1986

Combining goddess with space will give you a Thierry Mugler creation.

Fall 1990 Couture

Rocked by supermodel Cindy Crawford, this black embellished bodysuit is a great glimpse into Mugler’s designs. Futuristic, feminine and fierce.

Spring/Summer 1992

This is a look for the history books. Showcased in 1992 as part of Mugler’s Western collection, this bejewelled cowboy look is an iconic moment for Manfred’s career.

George Michael ‘Too Funky’ Music Video 1992

Manfred worked with a whole host of musical icons during his career, including the late George Michael. This video is filled with supermodels and inventive designs, but, the look that caught everyone’s eyes is Emma Sjoberg’s vibrant western outfit.

Demi Moore Indecent Proposal dress 1993

This dress got everyone talking back in the 90s, with the futuristic cut out detailing accentuating the already steamy nature of this film. The design has since inspired dresses worn by the likes of Kim Kardashian.

1995 Couture

This show was a career defining moment for Manfred, as he celebrated the 20 year anniversary of his brand. He enlisted the help of a diverse group of supermodels to rock his designs, including the venus dress which was then picked up again in 2019 by Cardi B.

After parting ways with the brand ‘Thierry Mugler’ in 2003, Manfred made his comeback with none other than Beyonce in 2009. From here, he started creating designs for other musicians and stage productions.

Beyonce Sweet Dreams video 2009

Beyoncé first collaborated with Manfred for her ‘Sweet Dreams’ music video, in which she wore a corset originally showcased in Fall 1995.

Beyoncé I Am Sasha Fierce World Tour

Manfred also went on to create the costumes for Beyoncé’s 2009-2010 world tour, designing some of the outfits she has become most well known for.

Kim Kardashian Met Gala 2019

Love it or hate it, this look caught everyone’s eye back in 2019. Speaking on the look, Kim said

“He envisioned me as this California girl stepping out of the ocean, wet, dripping.” 

Cardi B At The 2019 Grammys

Showing her love to Manfred, Cardi wore three of his past designs during her Grammy appearance back in 2019. This included the iconic Venus dress from Mugler’s 1995 archive.

Thierry Mugler, Couturissme

The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts collaborated with Mugler in 2021 to initiate an exhibition which restored Manfred’s heritage couture and ready-to-wear pieces. The opening night was attended by guests such as Cardi B, Irina Shayk and Manfred himself.

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Rihanna has officially become a billionaire just 4 years after launching her Fenty Beauty range,
which she owns half of with French Luxury Conglomerate LVMH. While the cosmetics line was
created solely with the aim of ensuring women everywhere felt included within the realms o
makeup, it is the rapid worldwide success of the brand that has catapulted the singer to where
she is today.

The stars talents on stage and in the studio are undoubtable, as is the success of her lingerie label
Savage x Fenty which, much like Fenty Beauty, champions and celebrates women of all shapes,
sizes and races. However, it is indeed Fenty Beauty which has accounted for the estimated 1.4
billion dollars that has earned the ‘We Found Love’ singer title of richest female musician.

Despite being a chart-topping musician with over 100 million followers on Instagram, it is not just
down to Rihanna’s global popularity and achievements that the beauty brand, which can be found
exclusively at Sephora, Harvey Nichols and Boots, has grown to be so big. The inclusivity that the
brand offers, with a multitude of different shades, textures and finishes, has definitely been the
entrepreneur’s unique selling point, Fenty Beauty has drawn so many women in and more
importantly kept them in!

Congratulations to the businesswoman, singer and actress that is Rihanna, you truly are a QUEEN!

Words by Ella Citron-Thompkins

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With her endearing version of alt-pop giving a much-needed breath of fresh air in the UK
scene, Josie Man is a vibrant new voice in the world of music. Through her authentic and
unique sound, Josie has used her voice to sing about themes of self-acceptance, love and just
being who you are. Much like Josie’s message, her confident and radiant personality is
reflected through her desire and passion to express herself through her clothes; often bright,
artistic and vintage! So, we sat down with the 21-year-old singer-songwriter to ‘virtually’
explore the hidden gems inside Josie’s wardrobe and to discuss everything from selfacceptance,
to new music, to broken legs at Rihanna concerts.

So how have you been doing with this pandemic, obviously it’s been a hard time so how’s
it been affecting everything in the music industry?

It’s definitely been challenging for sure. It’s definitely made me realise how strong I am and
that I need to keep doing things to stimulate my brain, so it does take a lot for me to motivate
myself! It’s quite hard to write songs when there’s nothing nice to talk about, but then it helps
me to write about other things that can come from a place of hurt or sadness. I haven’t really
written about those kind of subjects before, but it feels good. It brings light to those topics as
I think we’re all going through it.

There’s been a lot of hurdles this year like not being able to perform live, how have you
been dealing with not being able to do that and how would you describe your shows?

It’s really sad because I haven’t been doing music on my own for that long, so I was only able
to do around two live shows before COVID. The energy in the room is really nice so I can’t
wait till I can actually properly sing live and have a show again. I always think about doing a
little deep breathing exercise at the beginning of shows to help everyone feel calm so I haven’t
been able to do that yet.

For you, if you could go and see any artist perform who are you going to see and why?

I think it’s Rihanna, I love her! I remember seeing her when I was younger, and I was supposed
to be in standing but I broke my leg, so I ended up sitting down really far away! But I remember
being mesmerised by the way she dances and the energy she gives out.

So, heading back to the beginning of your career, what was the moment that clicked for you
that you knew music is what you wanted to do?

Music makes me feel really confident and isn’t something I feel embarrassed of. Growing up
I was really embarrassed of things and if I liked them, I’d be too embarrassed to say. But when
it came to music I was actually like ‘no I don’t feel embarrassed about doing this’. And I always
went back to it. If I worked in a job, I’d always go back to music, so it just felt right.

Music is obviously a massive part of your life so if you could pick one album to soundtrack
your life so far what would it be?

It’s got to be Channel Orange by Frank Ocean. I love all the songs on that album, and it reminds
me of summer when I was a kid, or my teenage kind of years. It makes me happy but sad. It’s
kind of weird but I like being happy, but sad. Both emotions are very strong!

So far what has your experience been like manoeuvring through the music industry?

I didn’t plan to sign anything or actually be in the music industry, I always just loved music. It
was definitely a hard thing for me to navigate in because it’s quite fast paced. Usually I’m used
to doing something slowly and in my own time, not having a massive team that’s so supportive
around me. It’s just so overwhelming to have so many amazing people who work with you.
It’s a really hard thing to get your head around so it was definitely overwhelming for quite a
while. I think that sometimes I have to be like: ‘Stay calm. You’re okay. You’re doing well
enough’

So how have you felt coming into the industry and having to do interviews? How have you
grown your confidence with experiences like this?

For me I soon realised that when I do interviews I don’t need to think about them first because
that’s when they work out the best. When I worry about them then I can’t speak! So, most of
the time I just think to myself: ‘I’ll see what happens and what comes out’. I just try and keep
calm.

Moving onto fashion would you say that fashion is equally as important as music to you? Can you even compare them?

No, I think they come hand in hand or are both as important as each other. If I feel comfortable
with my fashion choices, then I feel comfortable going to the studio and doing things. It’s all
about being able to express yourself. I just love clothes; they make me really happy and
excited!

What advice would you give to your fans on learning to embrace yourself, learning how to
love yourself and accepting who you are?

I think the first thing is that nobody’s perfect. Nobody’s at that point where they’re completely
happy with themselves all the time. Even if you don’t like parts of yourself just think: ‘okay
that’s part of me and I accept that’. That’s the hardest part, so when you get around that it
gets easier. You’re always growing and sometimes you have to look at yourself and cry and
it’s okay to cry. When it comes to comparing yourself with people you just have to remember
they’re not perfect either.

Anything exciting coming Up?

I do have a couple singles coming out and an EP! All round I’m doing a lot more content with
my team like cooking, fashion and me just being weird!

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Louis Vuitton Louise Hoop Earrings

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Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Pochette Bag

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Louis Vuitton Inspired Face Mask

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Dolce & Gabbana Vintage Light Blue Relaxed Straight Fit Denim Jeans

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Louis Vuitton 40MM Reversible Belt

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Classic Brown Louis Vuitton Nike AF1

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Juicy Couture Debossed Panelled Velour Track Top

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Louis Vuitton Speedy 30 Handbag

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1980s Vintage Monet Double Link Bracelet

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Burberry Shoulder Bag

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Prada Wood Frame Sunglasses

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Alexander Wang Stretch Corduroy Cropped Mock Neck Top

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Teyana Taylor surprises us once again with a self-directed music video with music legend Elton John.

Part of her latest LP The Album, ́Lose Each Other ́ is about the time after a breakup. Teyana talks about maintaining a friendship bond despite having a love ending. It teaches us from a wounded heart that there is much beyond that, that there is always love and appreciation for the family of the other, for the beautiful memories and without a doubt affection for what was.

“We don’t have to lose each other, I’m the only one that knows ya, What am I supposed to do if I can’t hit you when I need you ?, Just cause I can’t handle love don’t Mean I wanna leave you”.

Teyana Taylor – Lose Each Other, feat. Elton John

With the participation of a duo of dancers, the 2020 BET Video Director of the Year supports the lyrics and through their expressions and with an artistic dance teaches us the journey of a relationship from beginning to end and closes with the hope that there is no why mark an final point. “As a director, I wanted the imagery to be simple, yet powerful, which is why I choose an all-white background and bold looks. I wanted my audience to understand how love’s hardships can also be beautiful. ”, Teyana testified to Rolling Stones.

She surprises us with the opening of the video by Elton John in a dark suit, who plays the black grand piano under against the white backdrop with clean, slow and romantic notes, entering himself into the melancholic and romantic atmosphere of the melody. “I told my team,‘ You know what would be dope? If I could have Elton John open the video on the piano… So as we were working through treatment ideas and solidifying logistics for the video, an international phone number calls me…. and for a second I almost didn’t answer, but my intuition spoke, I answered. All I hear is… ’Hello darling, it’s Elton. I’d love to do your video! ’I freaked out!”, Said the artist to R.S.

In an artistic way, Teyana is presented with angel wings, proudly showing her baby bump in a black outfit and seductive to the figure. Whether it is a maxi puff jacket, with an electric guitar complete with a fringed leather jacket, or as an iconic artistic sculpture, Teyana shows us the beauty of love and feelings and without a doubt, the mixture of these two artists adds a sophisticated touch and unmatched to the song and video clip.

Not only her musical talent has surprised us this year but also her impeccable and creative video direction and collaboration with other great artists on her new LP such as Erykah Badu, Missy Elliott, Ms Lauryn Hill, Rick Ross, Kehlani, Future, Quavo, and Big Sean.

“When Teyana Taylor released her debut album, I became a huge fan. She was a guest on my Rocket Hour and I fell in love with her original spirit. Aside from her brilliant music, Teyana is one of the most visually dazzling artists working in music today. So I jumped at the chance to be in her latest video ‘Lose Each Other ́”, John clarified about the Rolling Stones.

Without a doubt, her recognition continues to grow and we do not want to miss any detail of her future projects… This doesn’t gotta end Teyana.

Words by Cami Martinez

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