PHILADELPHIA UNIVERSITY SPRING 2009

SPRING SHOW Fantasy Couture ‘Fashion Fantasy’ by Nicole Puccino by Erin Stevens Recently, we have all witnessed the Storybook fairytales meet downfall of the economy and the hard- fanciful daydreams, a union of the ships that inevitably resulted. Everyday awe-inspiring and the whimsical. retailers were hit especially hard with the This spring, Fashion Industries financial flop, provoking company bank- Association (FIA) is taking the ruptcies and store closures nationwide. Philadelphia University Annual That, however, is not the case for into a more playful all businesses: brands direction with an uplifting, have remained surprisingly stable. magical theme that celebrates N i c o l a s T o p i o l , p r e s i d e n t o f C h r i s t i a n the student fashion designers’ Lacroix, noted that his company, creativity and talent. among many others, has had “Past shows have been very “nice carryover orders structured and linear. This into 2009.” year we wanted to do Couture labels something more are overcoming this lighthearted,” explains grueling financial FIA President Jessica challenge not by low- Murphy. As change and ering the prices of their hope are seemingly the beautiful, custom-made national “tagline” of 2009, merchandise, but by raising the blossoming season creates quality and customer-service the perfect backdrop for this standards. All couture labels are now colorful fashion event. providing more superior services, becom- With approximately 2,500 ing closer than ever to their clients and seats to fill, the Philadelphia catering to their every need. community awaits a dynamic These labels are hiring the most and fun fashion show, “the skilled designers, producers, embel- biggest event of its kind in lishers, and tailors to create perfect, Philadelphia,” notes Murphy. memorable products. Veronique From senior Krystie Kocsi’s Gaultier, president of Gaultier, be- familial inspirations of lieves that “couture is still a pillar,” and sisterhood to senior Jessica a “fantasy” for those who hope to see Steele’s revamped 40s and 50s the world in a different light. “New Americana” look, keep When wearing couture, one your expectations high and feels special and conveys success your eyes peeled this spring and importance. Despite economic for the remarkable designs by difficulties, luxury brands and their Philadelphia University students. consumers have fallen in love with the Designers — particularly those in “fantasy couture” phenomenon — a the senior collections class — have blend of amazing apparel and the invested countless hours in and rewarding, exciting out of the classroom preparing for experience of creating it. continued on page 4

Rachel Wendling ‘10 Alumni spotlight call “The Corporate Closet,” Kibler flimsy sweater by being able to tell the was able to view old and new factory how many ends to use, com- Kate Lubaczewski Kibler designs, as well as municating the details and informa- by Alyssa Imprevento her favorite design: a pair of pants tion to your production team,or pre- made especially for Mick Jagger. senting and ‘selling’ your work to the Remember A major, Kate management team is how a designer the scene in was thrilled by the exciting life await- spends 90 percent of his or her time.” the movie ing her in the fashion industry. She These skills, which Kibler aquired The Devil now lives in City and has at PhilaU, earned her a position Wears Prada been working for Tommy Hilfiger for at Tommy Hilfiger and continue when Anne the past five years. Before working as to help her succeed in the fashion Hathaway the vice president of men’s merchan- world. Since design and busi- walks into the dising, Kibler worked as the director ness clearly work so closely togeth- sample closet of design at Tommy Hilfiger. She also er, Kate recently received her MBA at Runway held positions at Nautica and . from NYU’s Stern School of Business. magazine, According to Kibler, Philadelphia It is actions like this that sparked surrounded University prepared her well for a Tommy Hilfiger to state in Kate’s by racks of successful life in fashion design. “It initial interview with the company, beautiful designer ? That was really the only school that focused “I like people from Philadelphia is exactly what I pictured when on academics, creativity and tech- University. They are really smart.” Philadelphia University alumna Kate nical expertise,” Kibler said. “The Kibler, as an alumna with many Lubaczewski Kibler described her follow through and execution are years in the fashion industry, has re- first day at Tommy Hilfiger. Upon really important. Knowing how to fix cently become a member of the entry into what the Tommy insiders a garment in a fitting, correcting a Fashion Design Advisory Board.

Campus Trends by Brittlyn Tara Gleeson

Punk/Rock Tribal /Boho If you’re looking for a little edge in Trend forecasts predict tribal-inspired For the more free-spirited among us, your wardrobe, pick up some strong fashion will be huge this spring and summer. these trends remain strong on the pieces and join the many students at Not ones to fall behind, PhilaU students have PhilaU campus. Think about continuing PhilaU rocking this look. Metallics, already begun flaunting this fashionable look. this lighter side of fashion for the metallics, metallics! Try zipper accents, Go bold with oversize bags and statement spring. Eyelet tops! Linen sundresses! studs, and sequins. Or, animal prints necklaces. Natural elements like wood and Lots of accessories! Try fringe purses and plaids paired with darker colors, African-inspired prints, or classic pieces and plenty of florals and eye-catching black being traditional. Don’t forget like khakis paired with bold prints such as bright colors with faded tones. blazers, motorcycle jackets and other tie-dyed, will keep your tribal fashion Photo Credits: black studded clutch, plaid dress, tailored pieces with 80s flair. in style. leather bomber jacket, shirt, skirt and zebra clutch - urbanoutifitters.com, floral print dress - heritage1981. com, knot handle bag - monsoon.co.uk

2 Campus Events Senior Jessica Steele awarded $25,000 Scholarship ‘Lace in Translation’ & By Amy Culvert ‘Lace Futures’ Things started to look up for one particular fashion design student By Arielle Salkowitz this past January — Philadelphia There’s a new topic buzzing University senior Jessica Steele was around campus this semester: lace! awarded an impressive $25,000 That’s right, lace — that frilly stuff Scholarship at the we sometimes find on dress trims, annual YMA Geoffrey Beene Fashion tablecloths and curtains. Well, I’ve Scholarship Dinner in . got some news for you. The Lace in The YMA Scholarship Fund is Translation exhibition at The Design committed to advancing the fashion Center in fall 2009 will change your industry by encouraging talented view of lace forever. young people to pursue careers in The exhibit, created by a team fields such as design, merchandising , Jessica Steele, Russel T. Nardozza, senior vice presi- and retailing. The annual scholarship is dent & COO of Geoffrey Bene, LLC. of Canadian, Dutch and American Photo courtesy of Clara Henry artists, displays different ways to use named after the late American fashion and think of lace. The artists take in- designer Geoffrey Beene. This important industry event is attended by admired spiration from traditional lace pieces, designers and fashion industry representatives. After Steele was awarded a $5,000 such as clothing, and mimic the quali- YMA scholarship, Clara Henry, director of the Fashion Design Program, nominated ties they see in the material to create Steele for the $25,000 award competition. something completely original. After being chosen to compete, Steele and eight other applicants were assigned a case study to design a sustainable line. Steele created a menswear line named “Steele Plains,” to be sold at Macy’s. She presented a PowerPoint to panel judges two days before the scholarship dinner, where she received the exhilarating news. Steele has always been an accomplished fashion design student at the University. She has had two internships with Nanette Lapore, and also with Ted Baker in NYC, and she studied abroad in London her junior year. As a sophomore, Steele had her children’s wear line in the Philadelphia University’s Annual Fashion Show. Overwhelmed, but also very excited for what the scholarship may do to influence her future in the fashion industry, Steele plans on paying off loans and saving the rest. She hopes to work for a small-label company in NYC and eventually intends to have her own line and possibly move to London later in her life.

Design X other students. Models walked down by Gabrielle Smedes the runway wearing everything from cardboard boxes and tree branches to The Dutch design studio bubble wrap and playing cards. Demakersvan will be installing a The theme of the show was “Wear “lace” chain link fence around The your Waste.” “Our inspiration was Design Center. The metal loops of something very futuristic and mechani- the fencing will be reworked to cal,” explained Jessica Murphy, presi- create a beautiful, lace-like pattern. dent of FIA. “We thought of wires, Philadelphia University machines and old car parts as things that contributed works displaying lace people would consider waste.” early this semester at Lace Futures, Along with the designs fitting the theme, At the Fashion Industries Association the largest collaboration on campus the curtains behind the runway were (FIA) annual Design X fashion show, to date. Displayed in The Kanbar creatively made of black garbage bags. design students did not waste any time Campus Center, Lace Futures Everything from hair and make up to light- impressing packed Downs Auditorium featured student and faculty work ing and music was meant to be dark. with more than 60 innovative pieces ranging from fashion, graphic, digital, Although, Murphy added, “It is hard showcased on the runway. The Jan. 29 architectural, textile and industrial to completely keep the show within the show was filled with designs made en- designs. theme because all of the pieces submit- tirely of everyday items put together to The Lace in Translation and the ted are so different from one another.” look like a million bucks. Lace Futures project will help It was obvious every design had one Students in the Fashion Design everyone see that lace does not thing in common — they were all looks Problem-Solving course submitted have to be frilly trims or your you wouldn’t want to go to waste. their designs to be fitted and worn by grandmother’s curtains! 3 ‘Fashion Fantasy’ Color Watch continued from page 1 By Nicole Enterline

the spring showcase. “I found I could say things with color and shapes that I couldn’t say any other way...things I had no words for.” From the start, students work by laying out their ideas. They --Georgia O’Keeffe were given due dates for muslin samples and for creating at With O’Keeffe’s approach in mind, designers have certainly least three completed outfits. said what their customers are thinking, not only through the This spring show represents the price tag but also with color. The runway for spring 2009 efforts of an entire academic year. turned down the volume on the saturation knob and saw “It is exciting because we put so clothes softly tinted into a palette of gray tones. much work into it, it’s awesome to This transformation turns the vibrant

finally see things on the runway,” purple worn in the fall into a delicate Week Fashion Mercedes-Benz of courtesy Photos Kocsi explains, as she recalls past lavender, along with the exchange of strong fashion shows and excitedly await- reds for the latest salmon rose and coral. ing this spring’s. These subdued tones paired with shades of Whether showcasing gray provided the perfect inspiration for Philadelphia’s fashion looks, or sleek designers such as Narciso Rodrigeuz predicting upcoming trends of and Peter Som (designs pictured here). today’s designing youth, the While the dulling of colors certainly spring show is sure to tickle reflects the somber cloud over the creative fancies and fulfill our country’s economy, we can always reflect childhood fairytale longings. a light of hope by adding this season’s This year’s fashionable in- accent color, yellow, to any outfit. novation is here to mesm- From DKNY to , designers orize, that is, until the subse- haven’t forgotten to imply their optimism quent batches of Philadelphia for the future by adding hues ranging from light lemon chiffon to University’s designers emerge shades reminiscent of the famous Lance Armstrong Foundation at next year’s show. Livestrong® bracelets. Though we cannot predict when the world outside our closets will change for the better, at least the designers for spring 2009 have forecast that you will still look fabulous!

Fashion On The Campaign Trail By Meaghan Abell From Jackie O to the lovely current As of February 2, First Lady Michelle O., American fashion 2009, the limited has been revolutionized by political edition Mrs. O figures throughout history. T-shirt, inspired by As President Barack Obama began his the purple dress with campaign trail in Minnesota, Michelle long, pearl necklace accessorized began to exhibit her fashion prowess with brooches, has been on sale. in a purple, cinched-waist dress, The American Apparel T-shirt only accompanied by a classy black belt and costs $30, with proceeds going toward beautiful, enlarged pearls. Operation USO Care Packages. With yellow declared by fashion What is most inspiring forecasters and experts as the color about Michelle Obama of 2009, First Lady Obama was clearly as a fashion icon is her ahead of the trend as she wore it ability to relate to her flawlessly in a glittered ensemble you fellow Americans and may remember from the Presidential be comfortable with Inauguration Jan. 20. She has expressed her body and within her individuality by making a Narcisso herself. We can be Rodriguez dress her own, tailored to sure that her style perfection, and being a key advocate in will be embraced for reinventing how we view J. Crew as a the next four years

Photo courtesy of firstladystyle.net brand. and beyond! 4 International Culture Beauty is in the Eye of the Beholder By Betsy Joyce

Photos courtesy of National Geographic

Where: India and Pakistan Where: The Kayan tribe of Burma Where: The Karo tribe of What: Burqa and Thailand Southern Ethiopian Why: Though not required, What: Neck Rings What: Childhood Scarification of many Muslim women in Why: In order to guarantee women Stomachs India and Pakistan choose to will marry men within the Why: The scars are used to attract a wear a burqa. They feel tribe, Kayan girls at the age husband, and once a girl beautiful and mysterious by of 5 begin wearing brass receives her final scar, she is exposing only their eyes to rings around their neck. allowed to marry. possible mates. The more rings a women wears to stretch her neck, Where: Iran Where: Mauritania, West Africa the more desirable she What: Rhinoplasty (Nose jobs) What: Overweight Women becomes to men. Why: Since Iranian women have to Why: Since weight is a reflection of cover up their hair and bodies, wealth, girls are often force- they want to create flawless fed to better their chances of faces to show off their beauty. obtaining a husband. A nose job in Iran costs between $1,000 and $6,000, and surgeons perform about 60,000 a year.

The Look For Less By Lauren Haber and Katherine Pietrangelo 2

Fashion isn’t always about blinding your friends with technicolor 4 patterns and vivid florals. Many designers, such as Peter Som, are showcasing very classic 3 and neutral pieces, such as tailored blazers and collared shirts, with modern twists, including flirty rompers and strappy heels. Photos: During the current economic crisis, 1. Shoes- $38 www.payless.com few people can afford the high price 5 2. Belt- $25 www.jcp.com tag associated with designer looks. 3. Blazer- $69.99 (originally $100) Just by visiting various stores in www.kohls.com your local mall, these fashionable, 1 4. Shirt- $19.99 (originally $58.99) yet budget-friendly, pieces can www.urbanoutfitters.com recreate a classic Peter Som spring 5. Romper- $22.99 look, while keeping both you and www.forever21.com your wallet happy. Photo Courtesy of Mercedes-Benz

5 Flashy Fabrics Men’s Fashion By Katye Marino By Andrew Van Sant

This season, it’s Yes — it’s finally here! StyleLine officially has a men’s column! Girls, you can stop time to take off tormenting your boyfriends by making them read an all-girls StyleLine, and guys, that leather you can rejoice and actually read StyleLine for the articles and not just the pictures! jacket, and slip I know that most guys at PhilaU aren’t spending the majority of their money on into some- clothes. You probably spend it on Mylar, cardboard, Micron pens and color copies thing a bit from FedEx Kinkos. However, try to invest in these five pieces that have more lon- more risqué! gevity than any cardboard shoe or floor plan. Each investment item costs less The key fabrics than $100. That might sound like a lot, but since you are probably spending $100 that are taking per design project, isn’t worth it? Here are some suggestions for pieces that will not the runways break the bank or your cool. by storm are a little more allur- ing then those in These boots are inspired by shoes that British military officers wore the past, as use of in World War II. Simply wear these with dark or, for a more exotic floral and relaxed, preppy look, roll up your jeans past your ankle and wear butterflies, gold low-cut socks. and silver metallic, and sheer fabrics, Desert Boots by Clarks (Shown in Beeswax Leather): $89.50 are helping design- ers add modest sexi- ness to their collections. With florals The versatile white dress shirt is a must-have for any man’s ward- and butterflies as the most popular robe. You can dress it up or dress it down and wear it with shorts, prints, embroideries and appliqués jeans or dress pants. To add a little visual impact and texture, wear it with a casual but sophisticated blue or black silk knit tie. right now, they’re seen everywhere The White Dress Shirt from designers’ accessories, to hems, by GAP: $39.50 to their entire garments. It’s innovation at its finest. I’m obsessed with this sweatshirt (and if you notice me around Designers, such as Diane Von campus, I can’t seem to pry it off of my body). It’s comfy, stylish Furstenberg and Jenny Packham, are and goes with many different outfits. Its fleece lining makes using different fabrics to create these it perfect for spring Philadelphia nights and cooler days in striking embellishments. Then, there are April and May. If you want a cheaper alternative, try H&M or shades of gold and silver, each with their the eBay store of tuffymcpuggles.com. As funny as the name own metallic shine, being used to bright- sounds, Tuffy McPuggles is an American Apparel wholesaler en up every fashionista’s wardrobe. that sells via eBay. They sell this must-have hoodie for $29.90. Whether it’s on your actual garment Salt and Pepper Hoodie by or simply in an accessory, these fabrics American Apparel: $42 will make any outfit pop. Prada show- cases this concept best with its collec- tion of highlighting underwear, all Feeling lazy and want an effortless look to get you through made from metallic cottons and silks. the day? Throw on a v-neck T-shirt, a pair of jeans, and some Lastly, it’s the use of sheer fabrics Jack Purcells or canvas slip-ons and you’re good to go. that’s being crowned as one of this season’s hottest trends. Before you The V-Neck by BDG: $14 each or Urban Outfitters: 2 for $20 have any pre-conceived ideas, take a look at designers’ new strategies, in- cluding draping and layering that have made these provocative fabrics into They’re skinny. They’re dark-washed. They’re affordable. something much more elegant and What more could you ask for? Just avoid white sofas sought after. and wash inside out in cold water on your first wash. Alexander Wang and both demonstrated this by pairing Sliq Jeans by H&M: modest boy shorts with their outfits $39.50-49.50 made from sheer fabric, instead of vulgar underwear. I say, if these fabrics TIP: Combine these five items and you have an awesome outfit. However, each of are in, why not go all out and turn these can be worn with any number of pieces so experiment and have fun! heads this season?! Photo courtesy of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week

6 Recessionista: Staying Stylish on a Budget Statement Necklaces By Bridget Sopko By Brittlyn Tara Gleeson It happens to all of us every year. The 70s-inspired, high-waist Levi’s and This spring, statement necklaces are The first warm, spring winds begin classic flannel shirts sold at places like a necessity to complete any outfit! blowing, the trees are blossoming and Urban Outfitters can be purchased at Nature inspired necklaces with details you begin dreaming of beaches and thrift stores for only a few dollars. such as feathers, leaves, wings, flowers summer road trips. And, like clockwork, Consignment shops offer retro and peace signs are becoming increas- you pull out your wardrobe from the clothing and more modern styles ingly popular. This season layering previous year and hate all of it. as well, selling items from previ- your necklaces is a must! While the next step is usually to ous seasons. Ebay is also a great By layering necklaces of various make a trip to your favorite clothing option in finding vintage pieces dirt sizes and colors, you can reinvent basic store, this year’s recession is causing cheap, as well as accessories, such as necklaces and add your own personal everyone with a fashion conscience retro designer and bags. touch to a look. Vintage-inspired neck- to feel the pinch in their wallets. For fashion design students, over- lace designs will be reemerging with While some designers, such as Marc sized clothing can be reworked to fit appealing Victorian adornments such Jacobs, have borrowed looks remi- modern proportions, while keeping as bows, antique charms, coins and the niscent of the dust bowl and depres- the integrity of the wild prints and timeless cameo pendant. sion era for spring, most of us won’t colors of the 80s and 90s. For those of you who prefer something be able to splurge to buy their straw Lastly, clothing swaps with friends a bit more edgy, you can’t go wrong with hats and gingham shirts this season. are a fun and creative way to clean a rocker-chic, multi-chain necklace. We have uncovered the solutions out your closet and update your look. Just not in the mood for a necklace? for being cheap and looking chic! Make a night of it with food and Try a vivid lightweight scarf. Whether Obviously, sale racks and bargain- drinks, and require everyone to bring you decide to wear a scarf or a necklace, basement shopping are inexpensive at least one bag of unwanted items. make sure to add your own personal style options. There are a few more cre- Create a pile in the middle of the to the ensemble. ative ways to perk up your wardrobe. room and dig in. You just might be Remember, this spring when you Thrift stores are an excellent resource able to snag your best friend’s find yourself having one of those days for funky vintage and retro clothing. sundress you’ve had your eye on! when you can’t find anything to wear, just put on a basic top and a necklace that makes a statement! Eating Healthy on a Budget Photo courtesy of Wings Studio Jewelry By Caroline Hagerty Phileo 416 South Street, Philadelphia, Pa. With an endless string of Pinkberry- wannabe shops opening up all over, it seems they’re all becoming cliché. However, Phileo defies the standard by offering more then the usual two or three flavors of yogurt: 16 to be exact! Maoz They also allow their customers to add 248 South Street and their own toppings, which include an Milkboy Coffee 1115 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, Pa. array of fruits, cereals and sweets. The 2 E. Lancaster Ave. & Originally a European chain, Maoz frozen yogurt itself contains no fat, few 824 W. 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Offering plenty of options for made juice is also worth a try, especially vegans as well, Milkboy serves locally when a full meal costs around $10. The grown produce and prepares its food bold colors and a super-modern design with organic ingredients. makes the atmosphere of Maoz look almost as good as the food tastes. 7 ‘Eleven minutes’ a huge amount of credit for pulling From the Editor Styleline together and keeping this By Andrew Van Sant issue on track throughout the semes- Spring has ter. My co-editors, Lindsay Beach You saw him on the first season of finally arrived! and Caroline Hagerty, have provid- the Bravo TV’s reality show “Project To me, spring ed me with an immeasurable amount Runway.” Armed with a pair of cutting fashion has of assistance from editing articles shears and a heaping bag of sass, he always been and photos to conceptualizing layout competed through the show, made it distinguished ideas. Finally, kudos to Vanessa to Bryant Park, and won the inaugural by vivid Peterman and Laura Peterson for all season. That was in 2005. colors and of the work they did turning various It’s now 2009. While Jay McCarroll, a lively prints. layout ideas into one logical design. This season, PhilaU alumnus, might not be doing a Just remember that style is a per- embrace some Target capsule collection or designing sonal reflection of your personality, new colors so be creative. Make it express who gowns for First Lady Michelle Obama, he and test out you really are, and don’t be afraid is doing something unique for a designer. some looks that are different from to take some risks! I hope you enjoy Following the footsteps of Yves Saint your usual style. I hope that this issue the upcoming summer and be sure Laurent, , Valentino and of Styleline provides you with useful to back in the fall for the next Isaac Mizhari, McCarroll is the main information that will influence your issue of Styleline. subject of the documentary “Eleven spring fashion decisions. Minutes.” The film chronicles Jay as This issue of Styleline would not he creates his first collection after the be available to you without the hard first season of “” ends. work of an amazing group of people. Clara Henry and Andrew Davis deserve The viewer is taken through the whole Betsy Joyce process of creating a collection from conception to buyer appointments. PhilaU students were invited to a As a whole, I enjoyed the film. free, private, advance screening of the Nothing was glammed up or dumbed film in February. I went to the screening down; it was authethic. The most en- with cautious optimisim that the film tertaining part of the movie was Jay’s would be an uncensored and unadulter- wit, which ranges from subtle to un- ated look into the fashion industry and censored, such as telling listeners of a not a bedazzled, glitzy production that radio show that he sells crack-cocaine to makes fashion look like a circus. To my finance his collection. surprise, I was not disappointed. As for his collection, it was colorful, in- The film opens at the end of Fall 2005 spirational and, most of all, Jay. Fashion Week (which means in Feb. 2005) Meaghan Abell, a sophomore Fashion Spring 2009 with Jay ready to prove to those people Merchandising student, thought very A publication written by Philadelphia who only thought he was a reality TV star highly of the film. “I don’t think I’ve University fashion design, fashion merchan- that he is a great designer. Weeks later, laughed so hard in a long time,” she dising and fashion industry management students for fellow students, faculty, staff, he is hard at work sketching out a collec- said. “I wish I could spend one day in the alumni and friends of the University. tion inspired by Archigram, an abstract mind of Jay just because I think it would architectural design house that reigned in be the most entertaining day of my life.” Editor Advisors the 1960s and 70s. Marielle Schaffer, a sophomore Betsy Joyce Clara Henry Fashion Design student who took Associate Professor; Jay McCarroll’s fashion figure Co-Editors Director, Fashion Design drawing class last semester, Lindsay Beach Program Caroline Hagerty Andrew Davis enjoyed the film and sympa- Public Relations thized wth Jay’s struggles. Writers “It’s hard for people that aren’t Meaghan Abell Graphic Designers in this industry to realize just Amy Culvert Laura Peterson how hard we have to work to Nicole Enterline Vanessa Peterman Brittlyn Tara Gleeson get to the top,” she said. “I hope Lauren Haber that this film will help others Alyssa Imprevento respect the work and dedica- Katye Marino tion that designers put in to ful- Katherine Pietrangelo filling their dreams. Even if Jay Nicole Puccino Philadelphia University Arielle Salkowitz School House Lane & isn’t one of the biggest names in Gabrielle Smedes Henry Avenue fashion, he definitely has one of Erin Stevens Philadelphia, Pa. 19144 the strongest drives out there.” Bridget Sopko 215.951.2700 Andrew Van Sant www.PhilaU.edu Photo courtesy of Regent Releasing www.elevenminutes-jaymccarroll.com 8