L'Officiel Monaco

There comes a time in life, when one is at a loss for words. Mostly, this comes at a time of great loss, which we, as a team are experiencing right now. We lost not only our publisher, but also our friend, our guiding light and our greatest supporter. To her family, Svitlana was a loving wife and mother – we cannot fathom their grief, yet we have faith, that she will live on through this title, through us all, and through everything that we will continue to create in her name and with her spirit in mind. We continued the projects so dear to Svitlana’s heart. In this issue, you will find a beautiful editorial spread dedicated to motherhood. On our cover, we are honored to have been able…

HELEN CHERVITZ She is a fashion marketing, PR, branding/rebranding professional from the USA with extensive experience in coordinating design and production as well as in advertising and developing marketing strategies. She has brought various international companies to advanced levels of operations. Helen Chervitz is also lecturing on various fashion topics at FAAT, and is a contributing L’Officiel Monaco correspondent. JULIE YARMOLIUK Julie Yarmoliuk is the designer behind colorful organza looks from J’amemme, a demi-couture fashion brand from Ukraine. Julie transforms layers of pleated fabric into fun yet intricate Instagram-perfect gowns, loved by Kat Graham, Coco Rocha, Maye Musk and Leonie Hanne. VIKTORIA VOROBIOVA Viktoria Vorobiova is a talented brand strategist and creative director. She became a valuable member of the L’Officiel Monaco team, by producing editorials and taking creativity to…

“NO WORDS CAN EXPLAIN OUR SADNESS WHEN WE HEARD ABOUT SVITLANA’S PASSING, IT BROKE OUR HEARTS… SHE WAS a free bird, a soul full of Joy AND ADMIRATION FOR BEAUTY. THE SUPPORT THAT SVITLANA SHOWED US OVER THE YEARS IS BEYOND ANYTHING YOU CAN IMAGINE. HER love for fashion AND creativity AND THE SWEETHEART THAT SHE WAS MADE US fall in love with her. A MOTHER FIRST, A FASHION ICON AND AN EDITOR IN CHIEF, SHE PORTRAYED LOVE IN EVERYTHING SHE DEDICATED HER LIFE TO.” Jad Hobeika, co-creative director, Georges Hobeika “SVITLANA’S OPTIMISM, COURAGE AND KINDNESS WERE ALWAYS an inspiration. WORKING SIDE BY SIDE WITH HER WILL REMAIN one of the greatest PRIVILEGES I HAVE HAD. I AM proud to continue TO CARRY HER in my heart as part of…

Jackets with exaggerated shoulders paired with corsets, miniskirts, and sheer fabrics create an image of a self-confident yet sophisticated woman who can handle anything! Democratic at first glance, garments emphasize femininity and add a hint of sexuality. Miuccia Prada, in her Miu Miu collection, masterfully embodied the low-waist miniskirts, a hit of the Spring/Summer season, in her Fall/Winter collection, complementing the looks with coats and oversized jackets. Playing on the contrast of bare legs and a layered top, Miuccia Prada showed her take on this season’s contrasting trend. Donatella Versace showcased her vision of contrast through the corseted puffer jackets featured in much of the collection, creating a feminine yet liberated feminine look with men’s oversized jackets. In his third RTW collection for Fendi, Kim Jones created a contrasting combination…

Available in plain and luxurious material versions. Amongst them: suede, alligator and python leather. A modern and strong expression of style, defined by a crescent shape with a large carry-all design, in crackled metallic silver leather. When worn, the bag divulges a huge, golden metal script with the brand insignia. It’s multi-functional too, which we adore, as its can be worn as a satchel bag or as a shoulder bag, thanks to its adjustable handle. Comfort and excellent underarm wearability customary of the brand are ensured for by its circular armhole.…

After a long hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Fashion Week Fall-Winter 2022/23 kicked off, with designers, fashionistas, and stylists from the industry getting back on track and the luxury fashion world showcasing the collections and ranges with designs and trends that are set to govern the coming season. Maria Grazia Chiuri’s Dior Fall-Winter 2022/23 Collection, suspended between the past, present, and future, is intended to reinterpret Christian Dior’s classical, timeless masterpieces. This collection focuses on presenting the complexities of fashion by revisiting history in order to imagine tomorrow’s lines. It’s a true adventure, sculpting the artefacts of a new universe with the help of sharply fitted jackets, neon jumpsuits, and, most interestingly, the designer’s iconic tulle gowns with shoulder pads. Continuing with Chanel, the house’s creative director Virginie…