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And the eyes drew the whole look together. This one was going for a contemporary mob wife aesthetic—black fur-trimmed top, black leather mini skirt, and snakeskin heeled boots. Glasses destroyed that.

Did no one here have vision?

I let my eyes roam over the outfit once more and then back at her glasses. “You know what, it’s okay,” I decided. “She’s contemporary. At least they’re black frames, so they don’t look that bad. With her dark hair, it actually looks quite good.”

The model nodded. “Thank you, ma’am.”

What I wanted to say: don’t thank me, you idiot.But I bit my tongue.

Meanwhile, the stylist rolled his eyes and pointed to the line of models. “Go stand over there.” As she walked away, he turned back to me, and gave me a sympathetic look. “Thank you, Rina. One wrong thing and—”

“I know,” I cut him off, holding up a hand. I didn’t need him to say what had been on my mind since the very start of this day.

Giving me a curt nod, he walked away and left me alone with my mother again, who was staring at me, bewilderment in her eyes. “What?” I asked, chuckling. “What’s that look for?”

She placed a hand on my back and steered me to the line, leading me to the curtain. She pulled it back slightly, and whispered in my ear, “This is all for you.”

I looked around at the guests—some with my pamphlet in their hands, taking their seats, others enjoying a beverage I had being served. Then there were some who had their heads buried in their phones, and others still looking around, waiting for the presentation to start. This was it, I thought to myself.

I felt a tap on my shoulder and turned to see who needed me now.A cameraman.

“We’d like to get some pictures with you and the models,” he told me.

“Absolutely!”

I walked with him to where he’d already had about half a dozen of my models waiting for me. “You’ll go in the middle,” he instructed.

I did as he asked, smiling as we got into position.

Click, click.

I didn’t think life could get much better than this.

Click, click, click.

“All right!” he called out. “We’re good to go.”

“Showtime!” someone shouted. “Everyone in position!”

Rina Levana “Delightfully Criminal” Collection

In a world where trends come and go, style is left in its wake. That zest for style is at the heart of Rina Levana “Delightfully Criminal” Spring/Summer collection.

Think fringe mini dresses that make you feel liberated yet sexy, lighter fur pieces and trims for mixed textures that were made to strut down the streets, low V backs, embellishments and jewels that shine as bright as you.

Taking inspiration from the most popular fashion choices from generations before, this collection revitalizes those looks while making use of contemporary elements. Incorporating a dark palette of black, brown, and charcoal, the pieces draw the eye as they are attention-seeking and bold. Leather and animal print have been utilized as they are reminiscent of confident girl energy.

This collection is about more than clothes, it’s about being fiercely and unapologetically yourself—the very definition of a Rina Levana wearer.

Chapter Nine

Bianca

The street styleat LFW was. . . well, there wasn’t one word for it. Let’s just say it was the time to select the most daring clothes from your closet.

Everyone knew it and it sort of became the expectation.

That was why nearly everyone in attendance—not just the models—were asked to pose for a photograph at one point or another. Blogs and magazines loved doing roundups on the street style, and showing off the best looks they saw.

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