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Stripes, Stripes & More Stripes

Monday, July 19, 2010

Summer 2010 trends puts a spin on military fashion for men and women. While navy and white stripes are a must for the look, the real key to Summer’s take on nautical stripes is that they dominate the outfit. Check out the 1st look in the pictures below of Brazilian Model, Leonardo who is signed to Wilhelmina Models.

This was Leonardo’s first test shoot, needless to say he was a natural and pulled every look and story we pitched at him. I was enthused to be apart of this process, because Leonardo decided to take a leap of faith and follow his dream. He quit his well paying  job, moved to Miami to pursue modeling full time. Leonardo has already booked some amazing jobs. I look forward to seeing how far his career goes.

***Photographer Elton Anderson,

10 Comments

  • Vivi · Posted Monday, July 19, 2010 at 10:25 am · Link · Reply

    You have definitely brightened my hazy morning w/ this fine ass man! Oh my. I hope he has a great career to ’cause I wouldn’t mind seeing him 24/7. Now back to fashion, I’m so down for the military look. When done right, it can look so classy. Funny enough, I haven’t tried it this summer.

  • A Divas State of Mind · Posted Monday, July 19, 2010 at 4:23 pm · Link · Reply

    I love the military look this season! It’s a trend that’s very easy to incorporate into your current wardrobe.

  • Jayar Moten · Posted Wednesday, July 21, 2010 at 8:52 am · Link · Reply

    I really appreciate that your take on the military wasn’t army greens. The Navy would take their hats off to your direction man. These are some good shots. Is the blazer top from Zara?

    • Apuje · Posted Thursday, July 29, 2010 at 9:33 am · Link · Reply

      Yep, you’re right Jayar. The charcoal suit with the black piping did come from Zara.

  • Whitney · Posted Wednesday, July 21, 2010 at 11:25 am · Link · Reply

    Wow, you did a great job with this one! The clothes complimented the models good looks perfectly! Keep up the good work.

  • ashley · Posted Wednesday, July 21, 2010 at 11:44 am · Link · Reply

    i already told u on twitter, but i thought i’d comment too (i know i love comments). you’re blog is beautiful and this model is a hottie! keep up the great work! :)

  • Lachelle · Posted Wednesday, July 21, 2010 at 10:38 pm · Link · Reply

    Apuje! Your passion, work ethic, and talent is sooo very inspiring! The styling and creative direction you have posted thus far is awesome. You can tell that you love what you do, even when there might be times your not loving it! lol…I wish you much success, peace, blessing and positive surroundings! Be easy…

    • Apuje · Posted Monday, July 26, 2010 at 9:57 am · Link · Reply

      Thanks so much Lachelle! For someone who has known for since the 8th grade you’ve seen the progression. I appreciate the constant support.

  • Miss Lucy · Posted Tuesday, July 27, 2010 at 3:56 pm · Link · Reply

    Ahem…he’s gorgeous. That.Is.All.

  • Kerri E. · Posted Thursday, September 16, 2010 at 6:19 pm · Link · Reply

    I want to move to Brazil, lol.

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