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Angie shifted her weight in Kit’s lap. buddy,” she said. It was late. Time for bed. Helen, Kit real-
“For crissake.” She got up and held her hand out to Helen. ised, had never returned after walking the drama students
Helen smiled and handed over the giant sunglasses she still to their car.
wore on top of her head, despite the dark. Once they were inside, the glass sliding doors sealed
First, Angie put the sunglasses so low down her nose they behind them, Kit braced himself against the kitchen island.
almost tipped off. Then chewed them. Then put them back He studied, sleepily, the flakes inside the counter’s stone,
on her head. Helen laughed, and then everyone else laughed, silvery and dark. They were dozens of tiny imitation fossils,
relieved. Logan laughed along, a little tentatively, still stand- Kit realised, seashells and trilobites, glimmering blue secrets
ing in the circle. in the dark granite between his hands. He had never noticed
Then, despite being almost a foot taller than Helen, Angie this little world hidden inside before. He had picked the
managed a perfect representation of her tiny-framed strut stone himself. “How is it possible?” Kit said.
as she fussed at the guests, cleaning up their cups and say- “Because he doesn’t notice her,” Angie said. She kissed
ing, “Are you done with this?” She took full drinks from his neck, a spot just behind his ear Kit liked, and went upstairs.
their hands before they could answer, tossing sloshing cups Outside, the floodlights illuminated what a mess the lawn
off into the yard. “Shit, have you seen my sunglasses?” was. It had been a good party, but there was something
The party clapped for Angie, no one louder than Lily, sad about the detritus, Kit thought. Cups in the grass, wet
who looked at Logan strangely, some sort of veil having napkins, more goddamn magnolia leaves in the pool. How
lifted. Angie returned to sitting in Kit’s lap and pressed her willing he’d been to tie his fortunes to Logan and Helen!
cheek against his, facing away from the group. She was not They were strangers, really. The Gables’ tree was too close,
a performer by nature. She’d made herself shy. and Logan was never going to move it. This much Kit knew
Logan went to make himself a new cocktail at the cart. about him. Had the Gables ever really liked them, or was it
First spread: © Estate of Larry Sultan, Galerie Thomas Zander, Yancey Richardson Gallery, Casemore Kirkeby
“It is super-bonding when we do it in class,” Paul said. only a bit of theatre — Logan rattling a cocktail shaker, and
“Not everything humiliating is bonding,” Boyd said, into Helen imagining up the pool as if a set, the imitation drama
his cocktail. between them tonight? Were they real friends, or was it only
Logan returned and Boyd turned to Kit. “It’s your draw,” a matter of the Gables needing an audience?
he said, pressing them on to the end of the game, the end Had Kit known Angie better when they’d married? When
of the night. they’d all but drawn a circle around themselves in chalk,
Lily and Paul made their excuses to leave right then, said some magic words and hoped for the best? Would she
allergic to adult awkwardness, and Helen said she’d walk always be a kiss behind the ear and a hand on his back when
them to their car. She threw an arm over each of their shoul- he drifted off? Look lively, buddy.
ders. Kit watched as they went. They passed the Gables’ Kit went upstairs and found a glass of water on his
pink magnolia — too close! Kit was sure of it now — and nightstand. He crawled into bed beside Angie, spooning
were soon beyond the circle of the outdoor floodlights. her from behind. Appreciating her warmth. He ran his
Offstage, in the darkness, he heard Lily laugh at something hands over her in small loops, the way she liked, and admired
Helen might have said. the tautness of her summer strength. What a surprise, her
Kit drew a card and felt a little queasy as he told Logan body revealing itself in this new way. It was not unwelcome.
he was indeed the emperor of ice cream. Brandon drew She sighed, and he relaxed his neck into the pillow, and they
a card and invented a rule that meant that if you had a sip of fell asleep.
your drink you had to take a sip of your neighbour’s too. It could have been an hour or a lifetime later when
Logan threw himself into the discussion of Brandon’s new the Westerhazy coyotes woke them with their singing. Angie
rule, laughing loudly. Angie went inside. The men pulled stirred and pressed herself back into the reassurance of
a few more cards — just so it wouldn’t be the last thing that Kit’s hips. The coyotes yipped. Would she say, as she always
happened that evening. But soon Kit’s chin drooped to his did, you get ’em, urging the coyotes deeper into their
chest. He was nodding off. wildness? Kit lay in the dark, Angie’s warm flanks against his
Angie came and put a hand on his back. “Look lively, hips, waiting. ○
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Enchanté Communication – Global Jewellery Brand Feature of the Season
Interview with Jarilyn Lim from Jarilyn Jewelry
Jarilyn Lim
Founder of Jarilyn Jewelry
Enchanté Communication – USA
“All you need is love: Jarilyn Jewelery celebrates craftsmanship,
art and the wonders of life”
It’s early 2022 and Enchanté Communication escape the bitter winter weather,
only to find themselves in the sun-soaked California. More specifically the shop,
studio and oasis of creativity Carmel-by-the-sea, where we meet the Founder
of the eponymous award–winning jewellery brand: Jarilyn Jewelry. Yet this
envy-enticing pocket of paradise wasn’t always what Jarilyn Lim called home.
Growing up in Malaysia, Jarilyn moved to Australia at the age of 16 for her
further education. Upon graduating, she relocated back to Malaysia and assisted
her family business. After learning the tricks of the trade for over 10 years,
Jarilyn shifted gears and pursued one of her first passions: skincare. Packing her bags once again, she moved to Northern California
and opened her own spa in 2010. It was there that fortune came knocking on her door, as one of her long-term client entrusted
Jarilyn to take over her jewellery business, and thus Jarilyn Jewelry was born.
Jarilyn Jewelry is all about the celebration of love – in any form – placing it at the centre of everything Jarilyn pours her heart
into. “I always listen to my heart, when I was younger, I didn’t do that. I had regrets and struggles so decided to take my life into
my own hands and pursue my passions. When I packed up my life to follow my dreams, I was very scared. However, I started
getting compliments, saw improvements on my client’s skin who soon after turned into friends. This gave me the confidence and
resolution to keep going and have an open mind to new ventures and opportunities. The satisfaction I received from the daily
encounters with my clients was unparalleled, so phenomenal. I came to realise that life can be so much more enjoyable if you just
follow your heart and look where I am now.” says Founder Jarilyn Lim.
Enchanté Editor’s Pick – Jariyln Lim Edition
1. Hummingbird’s 2. Green Amethyst 3. Melody of 4. A Love 5. Cherry Blossom
Love Ring Pearl Necklace Love Earrings Affair Ring Love Necklace
Enchanté Communication
PR & Advertisement Director: Xavier Tan Jiang Hoe Producer: Heartj Wang For more information, please visit:
Fashion Editor: Lupe Baeyens Make-Up Artist: Natsumi Yamamoto Jarilyn Jewelry Website:
Founder of Jarilyn Jewelry: Jarilyn Lim Hair: Shihori Ito Model: Marie Hilgers www.jarilynjewelrycarmel.com
Jewellery Collection: Jarilyn Jewelry Stylist: Yisha Lu, Set Designer: Kiara Gourlay, Jarilyn Jewelry Instagram: @jarilynjewelrycarmel
Editor: Bessy Huang Assistant: Tianyi Sun Instagram: @houseofenchante
Photographer: JunJie Pang Styling Garment: Siyi Chen, Zi Yin, Christopher Email: [email protected]
Art Director: Yanle Shen & Qi Liu Website: www.enchantecommunication.com
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Enchanté Communication – Global Fashion Brand Feature of the Season
Interview with Jonq-Jin Kuo from Vivvant London
Jonq–Jin Kuo
Founder of Vivvant London
Enchanté Communication – USA
Inspired by the quintessentially British gentleman, Jonq-Jin Kuo swapped numbers
out for a degree in Fashion Marketing and the tropical temperature of Taipei for the
rainy streets of London. After gaining experience behind the scenes, working as a tailor
in Saville Row and for Tom Ford at Selfridges, Jin took his knowledge to the streets
and quickly gained notoriety with his successful fashion blog in mandarin. With one
door closing – his fashion blog – another opened, leading to an exclusive book deal to
publish ‘Just Like A Londoner’, a guide to achieve the stylish London-look, classic yet
modern. After observing, altering, and teaching men how to dress, it was time to give
them the basics to do it with and so, Vivvant was born.
For Vivvant, style is synonymous with quality, to ensure the shoes are produced to the highest grade of craftsmanship, they work
with a small family-run business in the epicentre of leather goods: Italy. “Choosing the right shoemaker was one of the most tedious
tasks, after visiting many places across Portugal, Spain and Italy, I found a highly-skilled family-run business in Florence. I’m very
proud that as a young brand our shoes are enlaced with years of experience, says Jin”
Vivvant creates shoes for any occasion, however, this doesn’t mean one shoe all occasions. “We currently sell four styles of boots
and one trainer; these can all easily be dressed up or down. For instance, by adding rubber soles to boots, these can easily fit with
both jeans and suits, making them versatile while ensuring you’re still dressed immaculately,” says Jin. The Founder’s – and editor’s –
personal favourite is the Trucker Boot, confirming that there aren’t enough boots fashioned
Vivvant proves to be the British answer to the Italian craftsmanship and luxury of Cuccinelli, and we can wait to step in his shoes.
Enchanté Editor’s Pick – Vivvant London Edition
1. Snowdon Black 2. Brion Black 3. Urban Black 4. Alexis Brown 5. Oliver Black
Military Boots Chelsea Boots Leather Sneakers Patina Jodhpur Boots Oxford Shoes
Enchanté Communication Set: Yuan Gu Purple Long Jacket / Squared Knit socks / Black
PR & Advertisement Director: Xavier Tan Jiang Hoe Stylist Assistant: V.Rosalia, Mutombo-Cartie Double Layers Trousers – Shek Leung
Fashion Editor: Jessica Wen Jun Ciprian Special Thanks: Airui Li, Junjie Pang, Haowen Yang Black Swirly Trousers / Jacket – YOON PARK
Founder of Vivvant London: Jonq-Jin Kuo & Wenhao Xie
Shoes Collection: Vivvant London Waist coat / Black Chinos / Printed Skirt / Printed
Editor: Bessy Huang 3/4 Trousers / Printed suit – Olubiyi Thomas
Director/Photographer: Yanle Shen Striped Purple & Black Trousers / Printed Swirl For more information, please visit:
Stylist: Alice Secchi, Art Director: Jiao Ling Bomber Jacket – Dan & Shan Vivvant London Instagram: @vivvant
Producer: Heartj Wang Jewellery – Clova Jewellery Instagram: @houseofenchante
Hair & Make Up: Chieh-Ping Lee Mask / Balaclavas – Judas Companion Email: [email protected]
Model: Earl James & Jobey Mitchell White Knit Jumper – KA WA KEY Website: www.enchantecommunication.com
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Sandra Jordan
Visual meditations for the home and office
Rob Collingbourne
Rob is a London-based printmaker working with
monoprinting. He mainly prints from hand-torn paper
stencils incorporating chine-collé and other techniques.
He embraces the degradation of the paper plates as they curl
and crease to trap ink in unexpected ways.
robcollingbourne.co.uk sandrajordanphotography.co.uk
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Yukon Road
Born in South London, Yukon Road
Clothing offers something wholly unique to
the contemporary streetwear market.
Their first range, Yukon Trades, is
constructed using heavy weight, carefully
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daily wear. It celebrates supporting your local
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Backstage
Excerpts and
out-takes from the
pages of Esquire
Boo George photographs Matt Smith, wearing Giorgio Armani, for Esquire, June 2022
How to create an impeccably stylish, memora- Hayward is an Esquire veteran, and one of the achieve, and Boo and Catherine certainly
bly moody, classically masculine aesthetic for most prominent menswear stylists around. had that. But so much of the success of a shoot
a striking magazine cover story? (Even if we Hairdresser Paul Donovan, art director Lauren relies on a mysterious alchemy between the
do say so ourselves.) Jones and photo director Rachel Louise Brown editorial team and their subject. If the cover star
First, cast an improbably debonair leading are as good as it gets. is up for it, all is well with the world. If he’s
man; in this case Matt Smith, star of Doctor Who, Now, hire a studio. (This one was in not… disaster.
The Crown and, now, House of the Dragon, the Stockwell, south London.) Put together a call On a scorching hot Monday morning in June,
new Game of Thrones prequel. sheet, make sure the clothes are pressed, get the Smith was charm personified. Warm, relaxed
Next, assemble a world-class team. sandwiches in and… boom. and endlessly accommodating.
Photographer Boo George and his crew are It helps, of course, when photographer and A team effort, then. Lauren Jones
among the best in the business. Catherine stylist have a clear vision for what they want to And, afterwards? The pub. ○
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