November 30, 2022

Contributor Limelight: Brooke Hannel

The stylish, dynamic Brooke Hannel joined our team of Contributing Writers in February of 2020, using her refined writing skills in covering SLC’s underground community, particularly within the arts and fashion scenes. Check out her feature with Commerce and Craft on p. 8 of our December 2022 issue.

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Hannah Ruth Zander: The Next Kate Spade

Hannah Ruth Zander: The Next Kate Spade
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All this to say, if Hannah Ruth Zander and her home doesn’t transport you back to the swinging ‘60s, her clothes definitely will. … read more

Bold & Beautiful: Whorechata

Bold & Beautiful: Whorechata
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Whorechata is a father, a dancer, a foodie, an economist and, of course, a drag queen. … read more

Benjamin Powell on Utah Pacific Fashion Show 2023

Benjamin Powell on Utah Pacific Fashion Show 2023
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Utah Pacific Fashion hosts its very first Utah Pacific Fashion Show on July 29, and the show will feature prominent Pacific Islander designers from across Utah. … read more

Colorpop: A Way for Creative Collaboration

Colorpop: A Way for Creative Collaboration
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Colorpop, a nationally renowned, weekend photographer retreat, embraces collaboration in order to bring colorful daydreams to life. … read more

SLUG Style: Kalei

SLUG Style: Kalei
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Kalei is spearheading the local fashion movement through her organization Salt Lake Fashion Collective, an inclusive as a space for creatives to connect. … read more

Commerce & Craft: A Bit of Magic In Sugarhouse

Commerce & Craft: A Bit of Magic In Sugarhouse
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Commerce & Craft, the retail child of Gail Piccoli and her love of arts and crafts, offers treasures from over 70 local and non-local artists. … read more

Dreams & Nightmares: A Look Into Jokie Riak’s Clothing Design

Dreams & Nightmares: A Look Into Jokie Riak’s Clothing Design
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A South Sudanese fashion designer and brand owner, Jokie Riak is constantly dreaming and working to bring his manifestations to life. … read more

Master Storyteller: A Look Inside Christina Mellor’s Photography

Master Storyteller: A Look Inside Christina Mellor’s Photography
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Similar to their photos, Christina Mellor is bold, confident and not hesitant to expose vulnerability and stories in their work. … read more

The Wolf Girl: A Look Inside Halley Bruno’s Art

The Wolf Girl: A Look Inside Halley Bruno’s Art
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For SLUG’s T-shirt design contest, Halley Bruno’s interpretation of SLUG as a skateboarding dog won, but her artistic love began earlier. … read more

Project Rainbow: Bringing Unity to Utah

Project Rainbow: Bringing Unity to Utah
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Project Rainbow, an organization set out to bring community to Utah, is responsible for rainbows springing up in Utah. … read more

A Vintage Queen: A Deep Dive into Hannah Ruth

A Vintage Queen: A Deep Dive into Hannah Ruth
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Local stylist and fashion blogger Hannah Ruth describes her style as a mix of vintage, Victorian and modern fashion trends. … read more