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Sunset Blonde
Based in Hollywood, Sunset Blonde Beauty aka Rachel Bernstein is a Model, Beauty Editor, Beauty Consultant, & Makeup Artist specializing in celebrity, media, appearances, red carpet, events, fashion & lifestyle photoshoots and head shot makeup & hair. Having been a Professional Model for over 15 years, traveling the world, and working with some of the best in the industry, she really knows what it takes to work behind the scenes. She has studied makeup, and has a Bachelor of Science degree in Fine Art, with graphic design and photography concentrations. She applies her knowledge of modeling, make-up, photography, art and design with years of experience, making her an expert in her field. She currently owns her own beauty product line called Sunset Blonde Beauty (www.sunsetblonde.com), and luxury clip-in hair extension brand Cashmere Hair (www.cashmere-hair.com).
Rene Sweeney
My passion and love for fashion and all things femme started at a very young age. Of course young girls always have someone to look up to growing up and for me (as silly as it may sound) it was my grandmother! I’m telling you this woman was the ultimate fashionista. So much in fact that I still have on at least one piece of hers on everytime I leave the house. You’ll come to notice that I have an endless passion for all things vintage and now you’ll understand why! My fashion sense and style was also heavily influenced by the years of modeling I did in my teens growing up. I frequented NYC and also travelled to Japan to pursue a career in the industry. Although I eventually chose academia over the glamour of the modeling industry the fashion tips and advice that I took away from that industry are invaluable. That brings me to where I am today! A recent graduate of The Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising in LA, I am currently working on my swimwear line “Lela Pearce” and writing for my personal blog Blonde and Hound as well as contributing as Fashion Editor for Viva Glam Magazine! I am very excited and honored to be sharing my personal fashion advice, tips, and picks with you through Viva Glam Magazine. In the words of the infamous Coco Chanel, “Fashion fades, only style remains the same”. I hope Viva Glam Magazine can help encourage new looks and ideas for your personal style!
Ramona Michelle
Beauty has always been a passion on mine, but it was not until recently, that this passion became a talent that I never knew I had. As a former teacher with a Masters degree in Education, I have always found teaching people to be one of the most rewarding things in life. I decided to utilize my two skills and passions of beauty and teaching, and started a YouTube channel, creating hair and make up tutorials, fashion and product hauls/reviews, and have built up quite a substantial following. As I continued to make progress with my YouTube channel, marketing and networking techniques, my mentor and good friend, Katarina, asked me to join Viva Glam as Head Beauty Editor. I feel honored to be part of such an amazing team of people, and look forward to sharing my love for beauty with the world.
Marzia Prince
Hi! I’m Marzia Prince AKA the Fit Chic. I have been building beautiful bodies for the past 10 years. My specialty is training women who model, pageant contestants, and bikini fitness competitors. I was a bikini fitness competitor myself for 4 years earning many titles. One of my proudest moments in my competing history was winning the 2007 Ms Bikini Universe title at 32 years old. It was my first competition against 122 beautiful women from all over the world. This moment told me age was really just a number and I could be fit at any age. Not only am I a certified fitness and nutrition expert, I am currently a professional fitness model myself and I have had the honor of gracing many fitness and bodybuilding magazines that include Fitness, Natural Muscle, Iron Man, Muscular Development, and many more. Through my many years of expertise, I have become a published writer to help educate women on all things health and fitness. I am proud to have joined the VIVA GLAM magazine team to bring you my knowledge on how to reach your best body in a healthy way. Check out my 3 columns here at VIVA GLAM: Eat Right with Marzia, The Fit Chic, and Fitness Tips. Thank you and I leave you with my own personal quote “Fitness is not a look, it is a lifestyle!” Muah! Marzia
Loreen Hwang
Loreen started her love for beauty at a early age. She then turned her love of skin care and beauty into her own beauty blog, Tried and Tested Beauty. She is also the Beauty Ambassador for RoC skin care. Follow me on Twitter: @itsmeLoreen and Instagram: @Loreen
Katarina Van Derham
I've always had a huge passion for fashion and glamour, but sometimes felt both could cross an invisible line and become too "cheesy". I wanted to combine the two and create a GUIDE for women who want to become glamourous, smart and classy with a very feminine style. Working in Hollywood for a decade helped me understand what women,and men, find beautiful and attractive. More importantly it helped me gain perspective that everyone can be beautiful and attractive, regardless of what you look like. Ah the magic of Hollywood! Yet, being a model and a beauty specialist were only two avenues of my expertise. With an exceptionally well developed three dimensional vision and a degree in Business, Marketing and Graphic Design, I was on my way to create the world I wanted to live in. Viva Glam Magazine is on a rise to become the one and only guide every woman will ever need. "Stay Beautiful!"
Jesse Golden
Jesse Golden grew up as a ballerina in her Mothers Dance studio in Chicago. She was a national dance champion and danced with prestigious companies such as the Fort Worth Ballet. When Jesse was 18 yrs. old, she moved to Miami and began modeling, booking clients like Abercrombie & Fitch in the first couple of months. This was definitely the right career choice for Jesse. Currently residing in Los Angeles, Jesse has continued a successful modeling career ever since and her career expanded to dozens of commercials, television, and film appearances. Jesse became a proud Mother in 2004 to an amazing boy she named Kaleo. She gave birth to him at home naturally with the help of Kundalini yoga. Jesse's love for yoga and passion for dance then inspired her to become a certified Hatha yoga teacher. When Jesse was 29 years old, she was diagnosed with a debilitating disease called Rheumatoid Arthritis. Through her determined spirit and acquired knowledge she has learned how to control this disease. Jesse is now sharing her story about yoga and self-healing to encourage and motivate others.
Deja Jordan
My name is Deja Jordan and I am the fashion and beauty photographer for this magazine. Well, actually, I shoot pretty much all the photo and video content you see on here, except, the shots taken by my pal David Aguilera and a few other photographers. I have a Bulgarian and Hungarian heritage but I was born and raised in Czech republic. Growing up around the European culture and beauty inspired me to master the craft of photography. Viva Glam Magazine is the perfect outlet for me to express my emotions and feelings where I get to combine my European influence with the Hollywood’s Glam. You can see more of my work at www.DejaJordan.com.
David Aguilera
After a successful decade of photographing and breaking news stories about the most famous people in the world, I have joined the ranks of the gossip blogging community to share my stories about my exclusive encounters with these iconic individuals and there amazing celebrity lifestyles.
Darcie Odom
Darcie Odom holds a BFA in Fine Arts from Columbus College of Art and Design. One of her focuses is on small-scale jewelry metals, resourcing all raw materials from eco-friendly and sustainable companies. Her other main focus in her art career is her oil paintings. Darcie believes in extremely conscious living while raising awareness and funds on a daily basis through her art, writings and way of life.
Catherine Denise
Hi! My name is Catherine Denise, at the risk of sounding a bit cheesy I am going to share a little of my obsession with you… My love affair with food began as a very young child; my oldest and fondest memories consistently include food, family, and friends. As always, I credit my food obsession to growing up in the Philippines, my huge Nebraska family, but mostly the many influences from my beautiful, Filipino mother. Around fifth grade my father was stationed to Las Vegas and there I was exposed to an entirely new cuisine, where my obsession with restaurants began. I have been known to spend every last dime I had on a meal and wholeheartedly believe that is how everyone should live! I love all types of food, mostly healthy, but with a dash – or more – of the bad! No one can live without a little bad! Food, to me, is comfort. It’s something that can bring a smile to your face and make your heart feel good. It’s something you share with a neighbor or gift to a new friend. It’s something you make for someone when you can’t find the words to say “I’m sorry” or “I am so in love with you.” Food is something that can heal a broken heart or help you celebrate success! It’s the one thing in this world that binds us all together and that we cannot live without. To fuel my food obsession I own Last Minute Accessories, so be sure to visit www.lastminuteaccessories.com and keep me fed!
Candace Kita
You might have seen me as the face of Stila, Clear Essence, Nars, Herbalife, Youthful Luster Skincare and Classified Cosmetics. I was a model with the Wilhelmina Agency in Los Angeles for several years. I’ve also been an actor for over a decade and learned a lot about beauty, skincare and fashion in the process. I've worked with everyone from "hairstylist to the stars" Chris McMillan to makeup legend Paul Starr. I’m asked by women, “Excuse me, what lotion do you use?” “What do you use on your hair? I’ve been stopped on elevators, in the mall, restaurants, you name it. And I’ve received emails from as far away as Japan and South America from complete strangers asking me about beauty tips. I’m not saying this to toot my own horn, but to illustrate the fact women ask me about skincare, makeup and fashion. A lot. I believe in every woman's ability to be beautiful. And what I’ve learned, I’d love to share with you.
Brianne Nemiroff
Brianne is an entertainment writer who specializes in interviews. She loves to interviews musicians, actors, and comedians. Besides being an writer, she is a talent agent's assistant in San Francisco, plays four instruments, loves hip-hop dance, and is an avid softball player.
Angelica Curiel
Beverly Hills hairstylist, Angelica Curiel is a Los Angeles native with over a decade of experience in the hair industry. With a degree of fashion design, her love of beauty brought her into the ever changing world of hair. Not only is Angelica Curiel in expert in hair cutting, color correction, and hair extensions, she also applies her talent in makeovers. Angelica's knowledge and skills keep her very busy at the salon, as well as on celebrities, studios, events, reality shows, and photo shoots. You can find Angelica Curiel at Giuseppe Franco salon: 350 N Canon Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210-4733, ph:(310) 274-8967
Angela Haake
Hey Iʼm Angela, writer for VivaFit!. For the last 10 years Iʼve been a working fitness and body parts model, gracing the covers of magazines such as FitnessRx, Ironman and Curves and campaigning for companies such as Schick, Venus, Nair, Spaulding and Nike. I practice all things fitness and fun and love to keep life balanced by incorporating Yoga into my daily routine, which recently lead to me attain my Yoga Teacher Certification through YogaWorks. I am here for you, our readers, to share the knowledge Iʼve learned along the way. If you think you donʼt have a fitness bone in your body, I will help you find it...even it means high paced shopping extravaganzas, intensity driven dog walks or chasing your baby around the house...you heard me right, shopping, pets and being a mom DOES burn calories. Now that we are fit lets get fabulous! My love for fashion has reflected through my entire career. Whether designing or hosting fun DIY / fashion channels my fingers are always covered in glitter or glue. Check out my diy videos or RunwaydoneMyWay column right here at VivaGlam!Log in
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