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Backstage Pass: Spring into summer theater at the Springer

April 14, 2021 Mike Chaiken

by VICTORIA HENLEY CTFashionMag.com First opened in 1871, the Springer Opera House was officially named the state theater of Georgia by then-Governor Jimmy Carter, just in time for its 100th anniversary season. The stunning venue was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1970 and named a National

One step closer

April 8, 2021 Mike Chaiken

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

Backstage Pass: Victoria Henley checks out Georgia Museum of Agriculture

April 5, 2021 Mike Chaiken

The Georgia Museum of Agriculture, located on campus at the Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College, is an immersive experience into the agrarian and cultural lifestyle of the 19th century American South. Be sure to stop by the country store on your way into the museum and browse through the multitude of

Variety is the spice of life

April 1, 2021 Mike Chaiken

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.

Modeling, acting world, here comes De’Aundre

March 31, 2021 Mike Chaiken

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

Backstage Pass: Victoria Henley maps out St. Augustine’s must-sees

March 29, 2021 Mike Chaiken

by VICTORIA HENLEY CTFashionMag.comSt. Augustine, Fla offers just about everything one might expect from a Floridian vacation: white sandy beaches, glistening blue waters, fishing piers, and mouth watering seafood joints at every turn. However, with countless interesting facts surrounding its rich history as the oldest continuously occupied port

St. Augustine was calling

March 25, 2021 Mike Chaiken

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

Model ties her interests together

March 22, 2021 Mike Chaiken

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

Fashion has always been her thing

March 16, 2021 Mike Chaiken

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

Backstage Pass: Victoria Henley discovers some more Georgia gems

March 12, 2021 Mike Chaiken

by VICTORIA HENLEY CTFashionMag.com One tends to imagine rolling hills, cascading waterfalls and evening campfires when presented with the notion of a mountain vacation; however, if you are looking for unique and eclectic activities the entire family can enjoy, look no further than the north Georgia mountains. After you’ve taken

She’s got curves and she’s going to use them

March 9, 2021 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Model JoAnna Johnson is proud of her body. And she wants every woman to share that same pride for their body. “I am a curvy woman encouraging and empowering women,” said the 33-year-old mother of a 12-year-old son (who is her “everything”). “I want all women

Backstage Pass: Victoria Henley shares her tourist finds in LaGrange, Ga.

March 3, 2021 Mike Chaiken

BY VICTORIA HENLEY CTFashionMag.com As the host of Backstage Pass on iHeart and FCB Radio Network, I recently sat down with representatives of a couple of lesser known tourist attractions in Georgia to get an inside look at how they tick. Albeit less publicized than Georgia tourist draws such as

Modeling is in the blood

February 26, 2021 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Modeling already was in the blood of 9-year-old Joslynn Hopkins. A recent winner of a modeling competition at Magnifique Showcase, Joslynn’s “nana” Lisa Hopkins is a model as well. Magnifique is operated by former “America’s Next Top Model” contestant Victoria Henley. Joslynn also is more than

Magnifique winner likes getting awards

February 24, 2021 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Abby Williams is a model who likes to win honors. The 8-year-old recently received the honor of being a winner at Victoria Henley’s Magnifique Showcase. Henley is a former contestant of “America’s Next Top Model.” Abby’s mother Lisa explained her daughter is always getting awards at

Backstage Pass: Victoria Henley shares vacation-worthy destinations in Georgia

February 18, 2021 Mike Chaiken

BY VICTORIA HENLEY CTFashionMag.com Let’s face it: 2020 was chaotic, to say the least. It left many of us in desperate need of a relaxing vacation. While, for many, the word “vacation” connotes the image of lounging poolside at the beach, there are many wonderful and unconventional vacation destinations

The struggle has been real for POC

February 17, 2021 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com If Asan Neil-Evergin could describe himself, the brains before the fashion brand Progressionover Complacency said he is a “dream chaser.” In an email interview, the former college athlete said he is “an individual who has stopped at… nothing” to be a success. The brand was launched

Turning a dream into her reality

February 15, 2021 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Shyanne Romano has had a dream since she was a child. She wanted to be a model. However, the 25-year-old from Lowell, Mass. said she was told again and again that it was an unattainable dream. But Shyanne said she is unwilling to bow to the

Brighten the world

February 9, 2021 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com If the world is a little brighter today than it was yesterday, model AfrikaExotic may have something to do with it. AfrikaExotic, born Adaibaa Mpi, said she is “deeply committed to serving (my) community and (have) regularly volunteered at local senior centers and churches. Helping people

Repeat winner

February 5, 2021 Mike Chaiken

Model Mariangely Silva did it again. At a previous Magnifique Showcase held by Victoria Henley, former “America’s Next Top Model” contest, Mariangely found herself a winner of the modeling competition. At the December event in Gulfport, Miss., Mariangely found herself being selected a winner once again. CONTRIBUTED

Meet Magnifique winner Lisa Hopkins

February 4, 2021 Mike Chaiken

Model Lisa Hopkins was one of the winners at the December Magnifique Showcase held in Gulfport, Miss. Magnifique is organized by former “America’s Next Top Model” contestant Victoria Henley. CONTRIBUTED

Meet Karen Jerez

February 2, 2021 Mike Chaiken

Model Karen Jerez poses for some recent fashion editorial work. She was selected as a winner at a recent Magnifique Showcase mounted by former “America’s Next Top Model” contestant Victoria Henley. SUBMITTED

A fashionable Genesis

February 1, 2021 Mike Chaiken

Genesis Lazo was a recent winner at the modeling competition held as part of the Magnifique Showcase. Magnifique is organized by former “America’s Next Top Model” contestant Victoria Henley. CONTRIBUTED

A force for good

January 27, 2021 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Modeling is an outlet for Genesis Prestage to express herself. But for Genesis, fashion is about even more. It’s about exerting a positive influence in the world. Genesis was a recent winner of Victoria Henley’s Magnifique Showcase. Henley is an alumna of “America’s Next Top Model.”

Experience counts

January 25, 2021 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com There is something to be said to be experienced. And model Philicia Jones can claim to that adjective. The 5’10” resident of Santa Rosa Beach, Fla. is a recent modeling winner of the Magnifique Showcase held during Acadiana Fashion Week in Lousiana. Magnifique is organized by

Express yourself

January 22, 2021 Mike Chaiken

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

An entertainment wunderkind

January 20, 2021 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Thirteen-year-old model Austin Fabre is an entire entertainment empire by himself. Austin, who calls Baton Rouge, La. home, has a lengthy resume in the arts in addition to his fashion credentials. For example, Austin was the Child Male Model Winner in Victoria Henley’s Magnifique Fashion Show

Education is in style

January 19, 2021 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Des’monay Barnes is a fashion model, yes. But this winner in the Magnifique Showcase held in Gulfport, Miss. December 2020 is a woman who values her education. Magnifique is organized by former “America’s Next Top Model” contestant Victoria Henley. This military veteran has a master’s degree

Diversity is key

January 18, 2021 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Child model Kemarion Fletcher, 11, is making sure diversity is calling card. Kemarion used his modeling skills at Victoria Henley’s Magnifique Showcase in Gulfport, Miss. where he was a winner in a modeling showcase. Henley is a former contestant on “America’s Next Top Model.” Besides his

Beauty and the passion

January 15, 2021 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Beauty is the beat for model Chloe Elise Hennessy (@chloe_elise_modeling). The 20-year-old, who recently was a portfolio winner at the Magnifique Showcase held in Pigeon Forge, Tenn., said she loves “all things beauty.” “Modeling is a favorite hobby of mine, as well as dying my hair,”

She’s got the fit

January 13, 2021 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Keeping fit and helping others realize the importance of fitness is what fuels Yessenia Martinez’s ambition in the modeling industry. Yessenia, who is a Cuban living in Miami, said, “My passion for modeling stems from my fitness background and the desire to change the narrative about