CAROLINE ISSA
Executive Fashion Director, Tank Magazine
Editor-In-Chief, Because Magazine
http://www.tankmagazine.com
http://www.becausemagazine.com

Outfit 1:
-Hamilton-Paris Sheer Blouse
-J.Crew Pants
-Giuseppe Zanotti Shoes

Outfit 2:
-Carven Shirt Dress

Outfit 3:
-3.1 Phillip Lim Jacket
-3.1 Phillip Lim Pants

Outfit 4:
-Paul Smith Jacket
-Paul Smith Pants

HANNELI MUSTAPARTA
Model/ Photographer/ Blogger
http://www.hanneli.com

Photos 1 & 2:
-Yigal Azrouël Dress

Photo 3:
-Ralph Lauren Dress
-Ralph Lauren Bag
-Selima Sunglasses

Photo 4:
-Acne Top
-Acne Cardigan
-Prada Shoes

Photo 6:
-Stella McCartney Top

Photo 7:
-3.1 Phillip Lim Camisole
-Vintage Jumpsuit

ELIN KLING
Fashion Director, Styleby
Fashion Blogger
http://www.elinkling.net
http://stylebykling.nowmanifest.com

-3.1 Phillip Lim Dress
-3.1 Phillip Lim Shoes

NATALIE JOOS
Fashion Consultant and Casting Agent
Blogger, Tales of Endearment
http://www.nataliejoos.com
http://www.talesofendearment.com

-3.1 Phillip Lim Top
-Ralph Lauren Pants
-Alberta Ferretti Shoes
-Karen Walker Sunglasses
-Prada Bag

I love jazz vocal so when I met Diane Birch and learned she was a singer/songwriter, I had to find out more about this talent. While I’m writing this, I have my headphone on with “Rise Up” on repeat, listening to a youthful and powerful voice with such maturity in her soul. Despite her seemingly shy personality – which may or may not be the case – her music reflects such a strong and vibrant tone, making me wonder how a passion can bring out certain characteristics that normally wouldn’t be publicly displayed. I consider myself to be a fairly quiet person, but I noticed when I’m in the moment of photographing, I lose almost all inhibitions and take on another personality. It’s strange but it was an interesting observation I connected with when I thought of Diane Birch.

DIANE BIRCH
Singer / Songwriter
http://www.dianebirch.com

-3.1 Phillip Lim Resort 2011 Dress
-3.1 Phillip Lim Resort 2011 Vest
-Isabel Marant Socks
-Vintage Shoes

Joanna is quickly becoming one of my favorites to shoot during Fashion Week!

Joanna Hillman
Senior Fashion Market Editor, Harper’s Bazaar

-Alexander Wang Jacket
-3.1 Phillip Lim Dress
-Balenciaga Bag
-Yves Saint Laurent Shoes

The most difficult part about taking photos in the winter is dealing with the insufferably frigid weather. New York City experienced some intolerable temperatures in the last few days, which prompted me to think where to take Spotlight features. Other than effectively using strobe lights, finding indoor locations with interesting backdrop and an abundance of natural light is just as difficult. But when Rebecca of Fashion She Says suggested the MET Museum, I thought to myself that it simply might work!

As a fellow native New Yorker, Rebecca has a unique style that is defined by her extensive collection of vintage clothing. While her style is unabashedly girlie, I find that she also exhibits an eclectic balance of beautiful vintage pieces with modern sophistication. Her taste is undoubtedly an inspiration from her style icons circa 1960 such as Jean Shrimpton, Jane Birkin, and on-screen character Penny Lane from “Almost Famous”, played by Kate Hudson. And while there were many defining moments that developed Rebecca’s aesthetics and sartorial preferences, what I love about her is that she dresses to live and value clothes as a mode of self-expression.

Rebecca
Fashion Blogger
http://www.fashionshesays.com

-Vintage Suede Coat
-Ralph Lauren Cashmere Sweater
-3.1 Phillip Lim Feather Skirt
-Loeffler Randall Leather Boots
-Chloé bag