Standing in downtown Springfield, Mass., in the shadows of the stony courthouse, model Nimzay Viera-Vazquez evokes the spirit of Doja Cat in her sport coat, bejeweled bra and high waisted wide-legged slacks. In “Boss Bitch,” Doja says, “I’m a bitch and a boss, I’ma shine like gloss.” And Nimzay lives
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In a COVID world, workout gear became the go-to wardrobe choice. Yes, you could slip it on and work off the quarantine 15 and then some with your favorite cardio routine. But you could also just use it to take it easy during your favorite Netflix routine. With vaccinations making
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by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com A fashionable evening gown with sparks and bangles turns any backdrop for photographs into an elegant locale. Model Nimzay Viera-Vazquez visits downtown Springfield, Mass. to find that perfect spot — such as parking garages, decaying buildings and a water fountain in the city square — for
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by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com With its old world architectural details and diverse landscaping, New Haven’s Yale University is like taking a journey back into another place and time. It provides an intriguing backdrop for model Dawnielle Dowd to demonstrate her personal style. PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN. Dawnielle Dowd appears courtest
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by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashion.com Models Aicha Diallo, the reigning Miss Connecticut’s Outstanding Teen and Allie Maisto leap toward the warm days of spring in jumpsuits and rompers provided by Dazzle Boutique (http://DazzleBoutiques.com). PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN
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by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com If you’re going to visit a former mansion, you might want to get a little bit dressed up… even if the butler and maid have long since retired. Model Daviana Plaza wears a pulled together stylish and sleek look appropriate for a modern dinner with the
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by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The try on haul is a staple of the social media universe. An influencer gets a new bag of swag dropped off by the local parcel post service and, well, tries it on. Along the way, he/ she offers their views on what they have received.
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by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Blue skies over southern Connecticut with a pair of artfully torn blue jeans makes a vibrant combination on a spring day. Model Daviana Plaza grabs her a pair of her favorite mom jeans and a handkerchief top for a photographic romp along the Long Island Sound
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by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Their popularity may surge and wane over the years, but denim and tie-dye never really disappear over the generations. Model Yashy Dejesus wears her favorite blue jeans and tie-dye tank top on the streets of Hartford, visiting institutes of higher learning, governance and culture. She tops
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by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com After a pandemic and a New England winter, sometimes you have to get out of the house. And when you have your photograph taken, sometimes you have to drop the mask for a second or two. Model Adele Johnson appears courtesy of John Casablancas Modeling and
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by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Model Maggie Wernicki is a sports fan. She plays soccer and she wrestles. So, it probably shouldn’t be a surprise that when it came to wearing a cocktail dress and posing with diamonds, she chose baseball diamonds. Here she uses New Britain Stadium in Connecticut, home
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Jatoni Foster took a chance and plunged into the modeling universe by participating in a recent Magnifique Showcase. Jatoni’s whim paid off. He turned out to be one of the winners that day. Magnifique is organized by former “America’s Next Top Model” contestant Victoria Henley. SUBMITTED
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by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The morning was filled with all things Italian. The setting was the Renaissance-revival Eolia Mansion, complete with Palladian windows, columns and balustrades that gave the effect of an Italian estate overlooking the Mediterranian. In this Romanesque environment set in Waterford, Conn.’s Harkness Memorial State Park, model
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by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Caleb Yarbrough, a sophomore at Greenwood High School in Midland, Texas, offers two sides to his personal interests coin. On one side of that coin, Caleb is a model. He recently had the opportunity, thanks to Magnifique Showcase, to shoot a fashion editorial in historic St.
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De’Aundre Wallace, 30, says his passion lies in the world of modeling, club promotion and acting. And he’s targeting his career aspirations directly at modeling and acting. De’Aundre graduated from John Casablancas Modeling Center in January. And he recently earned the right for a fashion shoot through Magnifique Showcase. Magnifique
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by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Chance Loves describes itself as a California-based swimsuit line designed for women, teens and tweens. Chance Colette, the brand’s name sake, works with Anna Simone on designing the brand. Colette also was the young woman who had the initial idea for the swimsuit collections. According to
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by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Taylor Killian, 18, recently reported for modeling duty in St. Augustine, Fla. to have a photoshoot courtesy of Magnifique Showcase. Taylor will be graduating in May from high school. After she plans to study cosmetology. She then follows up with the pursuit of a bachelor’s degree
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by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The buds on trees have barely stuck their “toes” into the spring air of New England as temperatures do their typical northeast swing from morning to night. But for those who want to trot out their spring fashions, the arrival of the vernal equinox is as
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by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Sierra Spratt is looking to lasso a career in modeling. A recent winner of a Magnifique Showcase modeling competition organized by former “America’s Next Top Model” Victoria Henley, Sierra has been modeling and acting since she was 18. But Sierra grew up on a ranch in
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by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Spring begins in the United States on March 20, 2021. Model Gloria Sanchez works a warm weather style vibe in this black and white fashion editorial. PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN
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by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Martha Salmeron might have just recently become a fashion model, but she already was a dedicated follower of fashion before crossing over from the boutique to the runway. Martha explained, “I enjoy putting outfits together and styling them with different hair does and/or accessories.” Now she
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by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com When you’re a model, you have to model. And the world becomes your set. Model Bryn Carvin, appearing courtesy of John Casablancas Modeling and Acting Center, works her skills before the camera on a recent afternoon. PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN
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by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Virtual is still a thing in fashion as COVID-19 still lurks. New York Fashion Week focused on a virtual approach, foregoing a crowd eager to be photographed for the gossip columns, and opting for video cameras operated by masked professionals. Even though in-person photography sessions have
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by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Skinny jeans are on the run as young women begin to shift the fashion paradigm bag to loose fitting mom jeans. A COVID-19 protocol trip to the mall is beginning to look like a trip back to the 1980s (minus the face masks). Women have pulled
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by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Gambling is at the heart of Atlantic City’s Boardwalk. Rip the gambling away, however, all that is left is a gaping hole. During Atlantic City Fashion Week, model Lindiana Frangu of Woodbury, Conn poses in a vacant space where blackjack and slots once ruled in New
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by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com When you’re cooped up inside due to a pandemic, sometimes it makes sense to turn the world into your photo studio. Model Irelynn Janell takes to an area mall for a change of fashion scenery. PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN
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by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com These days, it seems like everything is dark. But, the light surely must be waiting once these days have passed. Model Monika Kors appears in a fashion editorial where there are shadows and then there is sunlight. PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN
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by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The arts are teen model Hannah Alexis’s realm. Born and raised in New Orleans, Hannah said she had been exposed to art in all of its forms when she was young. Among her skills is writing. But music is her greatest passion. “I had the opportunity
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by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashion.com By January, New Englanders are resigned to the cold. However, it is also a time when spring is within reach and hope springs etern for the days when the buds will spring from the trees and we can pull it out a dress appropriate for a
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by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com When it comes to fashion, Serenity Noel McIntire has a yearning inside. The 9-year-old self-described “military brat” started modeling when she was 6 after taking classes in Fort Hood, Texas. Her teacher, Ciera Ray, taught Serenity everything she knows. This teacher “instilled a passion for fashion,
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