OPEN MODEL CALL | I AM HERO PHOTOSHOOT

Model: Adoch. Photography: Anthony Jordon. Makeup & Hair: Tahisha Legrand

We are looking for experienced models with GLGH (good look + good heart). We are a socially conscious fashion brand. Our current social initiative is to raise awareness concerning sex trafficking here in South Florida.

On October 25th, 2014 we are hosting a unique event at the Wynwood Warehouse Project. It is a community photo shoot. We are looking for 8-10 models, both male and female of various ethnicities, shapes, sizes and heights to represent our 2015 I AM + HERO Campaign.

If you are interested in joining the battle to end sex trafficking, but don't know how, here's your chance.  Email your portfolio or head shots to info@cloakinc.com.

This is a TFCD opportunity. Your photo may appear in our 2015 city-wide anti-sex trafficking campaign. This is a great portfolio opportunity.

Photography by James Eagles and AnthonyJordon Photography.

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Learn more about the project at http://IAMHEROPROJECT.ORG/

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BLACK & WHITE WITH A POP

The classic black and white makes any and everyone look amazing!  Often seen in color blocking, stripes, polka dots, black and white can draw the eye the way no other combination of colors can.

One of the best ways I absolutely love to see black and white worn is with a pop of color.  B&W gives the color a platform on which to stand.  Both B&W become the backdrop which allows the pop of color to literally "pop". 

Excerpt from http://www.fashiongonerogue.com/chris-nicholls-turns-up-the-contrast-for-may-2013-fashion-magazine/

High Contrast – Chris Nicholls uses black, white, and red for a contrasting effect in his latest spread for Canada’s Fashion Magazine. The fashion photographer snapped local model Samantha Rayner in bold monochromatic and red ensembles selected by stylist Zeina Esmail. Hair and makeup artist Greg Wencel added an extra punch with a retro chic bowl cut and smokey eyes. / Manicure by Leeanne Colley, Retouching and color work by Lorca Moore

Choose your pop of color this fall and express yourself in HIGH DEFINITION.

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SOCK IT | DANDY STYLE

As we continue our exploration of Dandy Style, we present "the sock".  In true style, the sock chosen to be worn by a true Dandy Man has to be more than a spool of yarn with a double stitched toe.  The sock is essential to a well dressed Dandy Man, and is chosen as an accessory rather a necessary foot covering. 

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www.fineanddandyshopblog.com

The perfect sock is a statement piece whose color, style, texture and design speaks to the personality of the man.  From muted tones, to modern patterns, paisleys to outrageous stripes and colors, socks are often one of the final statements of style for the Dandy Man.

From funky and fun to classic or retro, the right sock for a Dandy Man draws a stylish eye to a well fitted, shined shoe. 

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A Dandy Man will always find a way to infuse his polished, impeccable sense of style into whatever he chooses to where.  Whether its casual or business, evening or black tie, the Dandy Man style is undeniably stylish.

Looking for the perfect socks?  Take a look...

http://gallantbeau.com/
https://www.shopkbell.com/
http://fineanddandyshop.com

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THE DANDY MAN | THE ART OF STYLE

Have you seen him, a man impeccably dressed, oozing charm and gentry? This man is  young, handsome, well mannered and black. They call him a Dandy Lion and he's changing the world's perception of young black men across the globe.  

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  "A Dandy Lion is a contemporary man of SWAG who oozes creativity and makes well thought-out decisions in expressing his individuality. A performance and embodiment of sophistication, dandies are gentlemen of exceptional manners who consciously postulate what it means to be Black, male, masculine and full of style not simply as performance but an embracement of a particular lifestyle." -Shantrelle P. Lewis Founder & Curator, The Dandy Lion Project

 

Dandy Lion Project

We've noticed a change taking place in young black men's fashion choices. Wing-tip spades, suspenders, tailored suits, silk neck ties, beautifully printed scarves or peeking handkerchiefs have taken the urban fashion scene by storm.   We saw a glimmer of this newly emerging trend in the 2008 launch of Andre3000's fashion line, Benjamin Bixby.

"Juxtaposed against an urban backdrop where the clothing of choice for many Black men consists of a of sagging pants, exposed boxers, jerseys and white tees – the “hip hop” generation has produced another phenomenon of style – the New Age Black dandy. Noticeably different from his historical minstrel or Harlem Renaissance “cult of respectability prototype,” the 21st Century Dandy Lion is more masculine than metro-sexual and certainly more an expression of the African aesthetic and mode of cosmopolitan swagger than an imitation of European high-brow society." - Shantrelle P. Lewis Founder & Curator, The Dandy Lion Project

Mangafu' (2010) by Caroline Kaminju.

Images by Jamala Johns of three “dandy” gentlemen,
from top to bottom row, Jamiyl, Wellington and Alexander
(all works digital photography and mixed media).
Sourced: Artsobserver.com

Dwayne Wade, GentlemenStandard.com
photo by GQ

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Solange Knowles, Losing You Video Photo by Daniele Tamagni

We will be posting more about the Dandy trend taking
the urban fashion scene by storm.

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Learn more about "dandyism" and Dandy Lions

New Exhibit Explores Black Dandy Style and Masculine Identity

Black Dandies Fashion New Academic Identities

The Dandy Lions Project - Tumblr

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INTERNSHIP | SOCIALLY CONSCIOUS FASHION BLOGGER

Our brand is bold and vibrant. We love fashion and we are purposed.  Your assignment is to find a unique, interesting, original and memorable way to combine the two into a blog post to be premiered weekly.  This is a great opportunity for a blogger who wants to define their voice, become knowledgeable about the socially conscious industry and build their online presence and credibility as a professional blogger. 

Interested?

Email to pr@cloakinc.com a sample blog post with photography and appropriate photo credits. Include separately a brief bio and headshot of yourself along with links
to your social media accounts
(Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, your web site or blog, etc.)

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FASHION + FILM: MIAMI FASHION FILM FESTIVAL SEPT 12-15, 2013

We were more than excited when we ran across the Miami Fashion Film Festival while checking out our Facebook news feed. Presenting the two within the same platform only makes good sense.  Fashion and film have always been happily married. From classic Audrey Hepburn, best known for her signature black cocktail dress in the movie, Breakfast at Tiffany's to Sarah Jessica Parker strutting down New York streets in 5-inch Christian Louboutin's in the comedy-drama series, Sex and the City. Film has proven to be the best runway for designers across the globe.

The geniuses behind the MIAFFF have integrated education, entertainment and art into its offerings. A fashion photo exhibit with Nicolas Stipcianos to a workshop on building your brand through the art of film, hosted by C&I Studios Executive Director, Joshua Miller, creatively intertwine the art of fashion with the business of fashion.  Keeping their finger on the fashion industry's pulse they've scheduled a workshop on fashion blogging. Ginger Harris of ElectricBlogarella.com, will present Fashion Blogging 101, learn how to start and sustain a successful fashion blog. With heart in hand and a needle and thread in the other come and learn how to get involved in fashionable giving. We look forward to this year's festival and wish the MIAFFF team many more. Check out their line-up of fashion films.

GOD SAVE MY SHOES
The first documentary film to explore the intimate relationship women have with their shoes. Featuring star designers such as Christian Louboutin, Manolo Blahnik, Pierre Hardy, but also celebrities like Fergie, Dita Von Teese, Kelly Rowland and many more, the film journeys into women’s psyche and closets, examining the psychological, sociocultural, and erotic significance of these objects.

BLA BLA BLA
An excitable satire about excitable phenomena. Fashion designers, models, photographers, TV reporters, film crews and everything that hangs around them are put together in one room for the duration of the film. The bla-bla-bla is ceaseless.

MATERIAL SUCCESS

A documentary that follows the misadventures of the eccentric fashion designer Bruno Ierullo as he readies for his first runway show after a personal tragedy inspires him to risk his life savings on a career change into the art.

RUNWAYS & BUNKBEDS
When Male Model Luke Sebastian travels to Italy for what he thinks is just another Show Season, he meets a group of models that might make it his last. Runways & BunkBeds is a Narrative Satirical Comedy Feature Film about Models in The International Modeling Industry.







Learn more about the Miami Fashion Film Festival.  Check out their full schedule of events.

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CLOAK INC | MODEL CASTING CALL

 

Send email to pr@cloakinc.com with head shot 

and your name to schedule your audition.

HAUTE SUMMER NEON DAZE

 There's nothing better than a little or a lot of neon in your life.
This Spring/Summer add some neon to your wardrobe.

 

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London Fashion Week 2013.  Designer: Jylle Navarro

Shocking pink ankle socks and an apple green pump.

Marc Jacobs

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Neon Old School Fashion Collection: Alba Prat

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Source: Etsy.com (Vintage/Retro)

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THE SNEAKER WEDGE | STYLE AND COMFORT

Blink Adella Metal - Steel White
www.heels.com

CASADEI wedge hi-top sneaker
www.farfetch.com

SEE BY CHLOE Royal Blue Suede Sam Sneaker Wedges
www.ssense.com

Cinzia Araia Wedge Sneaker
www.lindelepalais.com

Jeffrey Campbell Suede Almost Sneaker
www.cusp.com

What can you say about the wedge sneaker other than love, love, love!
It seems that after years of trying to get it right, the high-heeled sneaker is here. What we love most about this trend is that like a trend everyone is catching on.  Top designers like Chloe and Michael Kors have of course added their keen eye for design to the growing trend.  As well, for the budget conscious fashionista you have designers like Steve Madden and Urban Outfitters. 
There's enough style to go around for everyone!

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