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shiverrinqs · 4 years ago

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INTRODUCING:

THE HORCRUX

BASICS

Name : Aurora Lightwood

Age: 27

Height : 5′4

Species: Witch Sorceress

Orientation : demiromantic, demisexual

Frequents : Eternal Falls

Occupation : Guardian

Residency: Elysium Circus

Fun Fact: Keeps several birds in her little room, Though she often will be seen with a black owl . It is said that it was a gift her parents gave her... it was white when she first got it.

RELATIONSHIPS

Father: Eleazar Lightwood ( Deceased)

Mother: Micaela Lightwood (Deceased)

Siblings: Charmaine Lightwood (Deceased), Geneviève Lightwood (Deceased?), Lucinda Lightwood (Deceased), Iris Lightwood (Deceased), Fey Lightwood (Deceased?), Siobhán Lightwood (Deceased?), Thaïs Lightwood (Deceased)

Significant Other(s): none

Significant Relationships: Devika ( keeper) Meadow ( her owl)

tw: blood, death, hinting toward abuse , torture

BACKSTORY:

“To the well-organized mind, death is but the next great adventure. ”

She had never feared death, from the minute she was born. Death had seemed to be a constant companion for the daughters of the Lightwoods. Their parents were loving, at least to the outside world they were. The girls wanted for nothing, the best clothes , the best toys and books, a bed to lay their head. But it was when they were home, behind the locked doors of the Lightwood estate. The pristine image faded, the masked they were forced to wear for the rest of the world removed. The truth and pain clear for all to see. But no one was there to see it, no one but the girls. That was all they had-- each other. But that wouldn’t last long.

Charmaine was the eldest, At the age of five , Aurora could remember very little about her eldest sister. Except for the song that she would hum. Softly as she held the trembling little girl and her sister Thais in her arms. As the screams rang out in the night, echoing up to her room in the tower. Char was there to wipe her tears: she was more like a mother than there actual mother. Looking out for all the girls as best as she could. Not that Aurora knew this. Far too young for them to work their method of madness out on her. She and Thais were spared night after night but not from the screams. It seemed the very house was calling out to them. The shrieks in the wood, the floorboards; but only during the evening hours; when the skies were pitched black. But during the day they were free of them. Aurora longed for mornings. In the morning everything felt better and for a few hours there was nothing but quiet. Charmaine was there to look after them all it felt safe. However, even that couldn’t last. She can still remember when she died. That was the day the singing stopped. After Charmaine it was a steady progression, Lucinda was next then, Iris, some times it would be quick; one by one they would take a girl down to the basement. And come morning; when the screams were gone... so where they. Sometimes the deaths would stop, Their parents plotting and planning for what to do next. For when you seek the kind of power they were after. It came with a price. That was how magic worked. There had to be a balance of things, light or dark the rule was very much the same. Aurora and Thais they were still young. Easy for them to forget. To push the screams and the images of their father’s and mother’s tears running down their face as they looked at their blood soaked hands. In her young mind at the time, she thought they were crying for their children's lives. But really, they were mourning at yet another failed attempt at their grasp for more power.

There are worse things than death, like the loss of ones childhood . When you realize that the monster you feared are the people you know best.

Aurora was ten years old when they started their work on her now. Waking her in the middle of the night. Carrying her down into the bowels of their home. ‘Be a good little girl for us will you’. Her mother’s words were sweet but Aurora felt only dread. She knew what came next even if she didn’t have any idea what they would do to her. She knew the screams would come... and they did. Passing out because of the pain. Awaking the next day in her room. Body sore, she felt both drained and full. She didn’t question it though. Letting them use her body as a strange device. Putting more of their power and knowledge they accumulated into her. The more they filled her mind, the less she spoke. Till finally all she did was hum Char’s song and rock herself back and forth. Trying to quiet the noise. The volume so loud, But at least they let her and Thais out. Eight children down to two, Some people would have welcomed death, the process of filling her with power that wasn’t her own. It was painful, left her feeling strong but physically her bodies weakened over the years. It was a lot for any child to take; at by the time Thais turned sixteen her sister couldn’t take it anymore. They had left her home alone, her parents wanting to show Aurora off to their little cult. Followers who too wanted to imbue power into a living vessel so that they could always draw from them when need be.

When they got home though, they found her body there in the middle of the foyer, neck broken. A note laying next to her with two words. ‘ I’m free’ . With no more children left. Aurora’s parents doubled their efforts. They didn’t even bother with a funeral this time around. Finally something snapped within her. For years she had been docile and silent. Hoping that her parents would change but after losing sister after sister. Enough was enough. They thought, because she wasn’t taught to use her magic that she couldn’t. But magic is ruled from emotions— powerful ones. That night they took her, it was different. Knowing that it would come down to her life�� or theirs. Aurora made sure it was them, she had never felt anything like it . The power, the knowledge was one thing but the power? She had never tried tapping into it, never tried wielding it. And now, she didn’t know if she could ever stop. Hate cause the skin to peel away from bone. Exposing sensitive, muscle and veins. Anger, caused their skin to puckered and smoked, and the screams? Their screams encouraged her, now they knew how it would feel. How it felt to be abused and trapped. And as her eyes close she smiled laughter echoing around her because now she was free too.

A LITTLE DEEPER

- Aurora was found in the basement of the smoking ruin that was her family home by Devika an former friend of her mother. A perfect circle surrounding her body while blacken wood and the burnt bodies of her parents smoked near by. She was untouched by the flames

-She finds herself far more comfortable with books then she does with people.

- Because of being locked away for so long. Aurora isn’t great with social cues. She is far too honest, has no idea about the games that are being played by the creatures around her. So sarcasm... yeah she doesn’t understand that?

-Her best friend has been her owl Meadow, she is very attached to the creature

- Devika has only just started to allow Aurora to interact with other creatures and practitioners. Because of the power that her parents put inside of her. It is highly unstable and the more times she loses control the more it takes a toll on the woman’s body

- There are a lot of things that she missed out on. Not that Aurora would know. Her mind works differently and until she can figure out a way to separate her magic from her parents magic her life is in constant danger. - With the exception of Devika and maybe those able to get a feel of how unstable she is. No one knows what she suffered in that big house . All they know is that she is a little weird and possibly a ticking time bomb.

CONNECTIONS

Mentor: (open ) Devika was a blessing but she’s really not equipped to help Aurora ( a fact Aurora has told the older sorceress a number of times.) So she needs someone that can help her navigate what is going on with her... before it’s to late

Everyone needs... friends: ( open ) The only friends Aurora had growing up was her sisters, she had a few before her parents decided to lock her away in the house. But she can hardly remember them. So much is going on in her head. Still, she wants them even if she seems too analytical at times. she does want someone to talk to. To care for, whatever that means.

Unlikely Friends: ( open ) Even if it wasn’t her choice, dark magic is a part of who she was made to be. maybe a light witch can see the genuineness that is in Aurora as well as the danger but despite that all, could they actually be friends? Other supernatural creature friends : She knows they exist, she doesn’t know how to sense them tho. didn’t learn that when she was being tortured. Which means she has no preconceive notion about other creatures. They are different and interesting and new... she likes learning about new things and people. Someone to use her: Maybe they heard the rumors of what went on in that house. Maybe they saw her outburst of magic one time or two. Either way this person knows or at least has an idea of what kind of power that Aurora has raging inside of her. And they want to use it to their own end.

#°◦��our weakness is full of cunning and an equally rigid moral certainty :: bio #°◦—aurora lightwood #Intro #// ten years later lmaoo

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excesshq · 5 years ago

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#ExcessEvent003 --- FAN-NIVAL !!

who doesn’t love a carnival ? who doesn’t love celebrities ? mix the two together and you’ve got something destined for greatness. presented by sony records -- the first annual 𝕗𝕒𝕟-𝕟𝕚𝕧𝕒𝕝 𝕗𝕖𝕤𝕥 is underway , with a line of your favorite famous faces all working together for a week long fund raising event. 100% of the proceeds from the carnival will be doubled by sony records and donated to multiple charities . so come on by to see your favorite celebrities working the best carnival attractions in los angeles. organized & assigned by eden o’connor & noel laurent ( aka randomly selected by a name randomizer ) , here’s the full list of where your favorite celebs can be found throughout this week. they’ll be allowed breaks throughout the day from their shifts at their respective booths but they’ll finally be able to enjoy the park fully on the 1st as it’ll open up exclusively for our hard working a-listers. unless otherwise specified in their job descriptions all carnival workers will be expected to wear their assigned uniform. trust me, this is no where near as embarrassing as some of the other costumes. so dust off your bowties !

alright baybees , this event will be taking place from the 27th to the 30th with a discord event on the 1st ! the time for that will be decided in a later poll . if you have any questions let us know, we’ll be happy to answer them. everything was chosen randomly and if y’all want we’ll be doing more event like this ! ( this could get relatively long so i recommend just doing ctrl + f and finding ur muses name. ) i tried to give each booth some detail so y’all feel inspired to write ! like usual we ask you pause current threads on the 27th ! we randomly choose jobs so now’s a great time to interact with someone you haven’t yet! okay, cool!!

alright here’s the job descriptions / assignments:

dunk tank: two bucks for a total of three chances to dunk your favorite celebrity into a vat of ice cold water? sounds like fun to me ! they’re allowed to wear whatever they want : they’ll be going through enough pain .

at dunk tank you’ll find... samyr, molly, milena, malachi !

balloon pop: right next to the dunk tanks, you’ll find balloon pop! an easy game to win some fun prizes. much like the fish game, this is destine to attract kids ( so watch your behavior! )

at balloon pop you’ll find... lincoln, stevie , presley, victorio !

carriage ride: make way for a real fun experience ! our celebs will be dressed up as fairytale characters as they direct and run the carriage ride.

at the carriage ride you’ll find... angel as prince charming, harris as a pirate , stas as a mermaid princess , isabel as a fairy !

ring toss : a super fun game with some pretty incredible prizes !! along with stuffed animals, brand new apple devices, and cash -- do well enough in the game and you might be able to win a date with one of the celebrities working the game! good luck x

at ring toss you’ll find... sahar, ashley , adore, kennedy !

lucky duck: an easy going game ( and maybe the most boring but you didn’t hear that from us ) lucky ducks perfect for our very young visitors! hopefully you’ll be able to keep yourself occupied .

at lucky duck you’ll find... brodie, mel, kaia , axel

face painting : hopefully you’ve brushed up on your painting skills ( or practiced using the how-to videos we sent you last week ! ) either way, you’ll be face painting this week! get ready to go home covered in glitter.

at face painting you’ll find... seth, gus, billie , gen

fish game: the best part of the carnival ? coming home with a new pet goldfish , of course! the fish game will be quite popular so we hope you’re ready to stay busy.

at the fist game you’ll find... kami, rhett, amari, selina

water squirt game : hope you don’t have a fear of clowns! you’re welcome to stop by the face painting booth before your shift or do it yourself -- but we wanna see your best clown costume. have fun!

at the water squirt game you’ll find... maeve, logan, damian

kissing booth: ooooooh, how spicy! hope you’ve been using the lip scrub we sent you in the mail. carnival goers have the opportunity to get a kiss from their favorite celebrity -- with quite the hefty price, of course . kissing booth workers will be dressed up as love doctors / nurses.

at the kissing booth you’ll find... marnie, scout, scott, maxi

hall of mirrors: we love a good maze! hope you don’t get lost during your shift. hall of mirrors will be another very popular attraction, so we hope you find time for yourself.

at the hall of mirrors you’ll find... paris, allie , frankie, lucinda

haunted house: what’s a carnival with a little ( somewhat corny ) haunted house! dressed up as some really spooky characters, make sure you give carnival goers a really good scare!

at the haunted house you’ll find... fenwick as a werewolf , eddie as a devil , astrea as a vampire, dove as a dead bride

food alley : what’s a carnival without food? pointless. ( with the help of a few paid employees ) you guys will be serving up everything from funnel cake to fried oreos ! mostly, just taking and handing out orders -- so you’ll still get to look pretty while you work.

at food alley you’ll find ... hallie, ty, rory, kamilia

#if your muse isn't listed PLEASE tell me im doing my best ksgjafs #excess:event #starting tomorrow!! i'll probably reblog to announce it but!

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concerthopperblog · 4 years ago

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Review: 'Willie Nile Uncovered' Taps a Wide Array of Artists to Pay Tribute to an Underheralded New York Treasure

Every so often you'll hear a musician described as “your favorite artist's favorite artist.” This usually denotes a musician who, despite being lauded by some of the industry's titans, has inexplicably remained a cult favorite without breaking fully into the mainstream. It's hard to think of any artist who fits that description more than Willie Nile. The man who is sometimes described as the Poet Laureate of Greenwich Village counts among his fans and admirers the likes of Bruce Springsteen, Bono, Little Steven Van Zandt, Lucinda Williams, and Richard Thompson. So, when a two-disc tribute album was announced for Nile, titled Willie Nile Uncovered, many probably expected an all-star cavalcade of Hall of Famers whose purpose was to raise Nile's notoriety in the community at large. Instead, Willie Nile Uncovered is a mix of well-known, if hardly household, names, but moreso a group of either fellow long-time club troubadours or young and hungry artists.

The formula works well for the album, with many of the highlights coming from the lesser known artists. One example is “Hell Yeah.” Opening the album's more rock-oriented first disc, it features Emily Duff. It's no surprise to anyone who is familiar with Duff's work that she's a highlight of the project. If there is any artist on the disc who compares most closely to Nile, it's Duff. A fellow New Yorker, both Duff and Nile embody a kind of punk-meets-folk style of blue collar roots rock that perfectly meshes with the grittier side of New York City. Duff brings a touch of Muscle Shoals and just a bit of Memphis to “Hell Yeah,” but at its core, she sounds like a mix of Nile, the punk-rock snarl of Joan Jett, and the devil-may-care free spiritedness of Wanda Jackson.

In some cases, the less-known artists benefit greatly from getting some of Nile's best songs. One of these is another album standout, Iridesense's Cheap Trick-esque interpretation of ��History 101.” It's my personal favorite Willie Nile song, lyrically the one that tips its hand most fully to the satirical absurdism of John Prine's “Jesus, The Missing Years” (not coincidentally a favorite of mine among the Prine catalogue). Full of historical references melded with literary, folk story, and rock and roll cats, leading Abraham Lincoln and Long Tall Sally to invent rock and roll, only for Joan of Arc to serenade God with an electric guitar before being burned at the stake.

XL Kings also make the most of a Nile favorite, “That's the Reason.” The song in its original form was a tribute to early rock and roll, both in its 45 friendly brevity (2:30) and its jangly guitars and sing-along chorus. XL Kings push this tribute to 11, going into full Buddy Holly cover band mode, bringing fun-loving pop in heaping helpings. Fellow New York road warriors Leland Sundries bring a bit of, no surprise, Bo Diddly blues to the B.B. King meets The Band fan favorite “The Day I Saw Bo Diddly in Washington Square.”

That isn't to say the veterans don't get their moment. The album's lone Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, E Street Band guitarist Nils Lofgren, reminds everyone just how timeless Nile's social commentary songs are as, while written across a wide swath of Nile's 40 year career, they all work well as a commentary on the current inhabitant of the White House. “All God's Children” is a rock and roll gospel anthem, made even bigger here with a full choir backing up Lofgren's signature drawl and guitar licks. In this case, it came from Nile's sublime 2018 album Children of Paradise, so very well could have been about our current Commode in Chief. But beyond that, it's a touching tribute to the poor and forgotten minors, the voiceless victims of political infighting. Lofgren throws all he has to give into lines like “sing for the the nameless ones, hungry and downhearted. Sing for the peacemakers to finish what they've started.”

There are too many highlights on this album to feature them all without this becoming a 2000 word album review, so I'll keep it short by pointing out some other standouts. Jazz-folk artist Jen Chapin brings a serenity to “The Crossing.” Veteran rocker Elliott Murphy puts an arthouse film soundtrack spin on “Les Champs Elysses.” Bongos frontman Richard Barone actually sounds a lot like Nile on his cover of Nile's love letter to his home, “Streets of New York.” And that just cracks the surface.

Would Willie Nile Uncovered have been a better album if these songs featured the all-star cast it probably could have pulled with little effort? It's impossible to know. It certainly would have been an album with a lot more publicity. But from interviews with Nile I've read and from my own few brief e-mail interactions with him myself, I think this might be the album he'd like more. What better way to pay tribute to one of rock and roll's great unheralded poets than with a set of songs by some of the nation's other unheralded poets? If Nile's career has been built on a small, but cultishly loyal, fanbase, why not try to build up a cult fanbase for others who have taken his songs to heart? The album is, after all, called Willie Nile Uncovered. In one interpretation, that could be ripping away the veil that hides Nile's 40 year history of whip-smart lyrical genius. In another, it could be interpreted as uncovering some artists who deserve more recognition, using the songs of Willie Nile as a gateway. In either interpretation, this album will be a delight for Willie Nile fans, and a decent primer for those who don't know him but are curious, although with the double album price tag, the browsers may want to utilize Spotify first. That's not something I ever recommend due to their terrible payout to artists. I do so here because I am that confident that a couple of spins of this album will lead to buys of Nile's catalogue, as well as a few from the featured artists.

#willie nile #e street band #nils lofgren #rock and roll #power pop #concerthopper #concert hopper #album review #review #music

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homenum-revelio-hq · 5 years ago

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Welcome to the Order of the Phoenix, Bella!

You have been accepted for the role of non-biography character LUCINDA TALKALOT with the faceclaim of Zoey Deutch! We really enjoyed your discussion of Lucinda’s personality, as well as how you incorporated the characters into her relationship section! We are so excited to have you as part of this roleplay!

Please take a look at the new member checklist and send in your account within 24 hours! Thank you for joining the fight against Voldemort!

OUT OF CHARACTER:

NAME: Hiya! It’s Bella again.

AGE: 23.

TIMEZONE: PST.

ACTIVITY LEVEL: While I have a job during the day, I am fairly free at night and can mostly write a reply a day. I would usually give myself a 7/10 on a number scale, meaning I’m always around for plotting and definitely posting more than twice a week. I am also more free on Sunday’s, as I usually don’t do much on Sunday.

ANYTHING ELSE: I don’t think there’s anything else! I’m looking forward to this group and am so in love with the ideas and all the characters. Ya’ll have done a wonderful job here. :)

CHARACTER DETAILS:

NAME: Lucinda Ariel Talkalot.

AGE: 23.

GENDER, PRONOUNS, and SEXUALITY: Cis-female, she/hers/her, heterosexual.

BLOOD STATUS: Pure-blood.

HOUSE ALUMNI: Slytherin.

CHARACTER BACKGROUND:

PERSONALITY:

At Hogwarts, Lucinda was always the life of the party. She’s always been extroverted, or maybe it’s charming. Her ability to talk herself in and out of situations might even rival people like Lucius Malfoy (who, even though Lucinda despised, she still admired). Lucinda grew up in a world where people were prim and poised but she was never quite that person. Loud, sometimes obnoxiously so, and active, Lucinda didn’t know how to keep her mouth shut. Pure-blood society disliked her because she wouldn’t mold to their standards. Lucinda is fairly assertive. If she doesn’t like you, she will tell you (and it’s also not hard to see on her face). That never panned out well in the societies that her parents often forced her to frequent.

However, Lucinda is a good friend. To those she holds close, which is far and few between, she has learned how to be soft. More than that, she is good-natured. She sees the world optimistically, even if it has proven to her that it isn’t always that way. The war itself has taught her the importance of privacy, and she believes secrets are her biggest ally. Lucinda considers herself trustworthy, although that trustworthiness often comes with a price. Nothing comes on a shining silver platter, as much as pure-blood society would like young woman to believe it, and keeping a secret for some is like holding on to a bomb. While she is good at her balancing act, that does not mean she wants to be the one who explodes. Her selfishness often bleeds into her interactions with those that she would like to keep at arms length.

Lucinda is also ambitious but oftentimes in a way that harms her personal relationships. Although the entire pure-blood world is full of greed, she never quite adopted the loyalty that came along with being a Talkalot. While some would say that’s a good aspect, she also doesn’t quite know how to commit to people that she actually does want to be around. Her world revolves around getting to the top, and she doesn’t quite know how to do that, even with the people she calls her friends. In turn, Lucinda is slightly cowardly. Her parents, stout Death Eater supporters, are wrong, and she will tell any Order supporter that right to their face. She believes in the Order, and equal opportunity, but she isn’t ready to say those words in public yet. The fear of losing everything she’s ever known, even if she doesn’t quite believe in it, often stops her in her tracks. However, Lucinda is fierce in her beliefs. If it came down to it, she’d pick the Order, and she would do so on the battlefield, if she had to. She’s ignorant to believe that she will not have to choose, sometime or another.

BRIEF OVERVIEW OF FAMILY:

Lucinda grew up in the countryside of France. Her parents were fairly wealthy, and she never had much to want for, although she was always given things that she did not want. Dresses, tea parties, and ballroom lessons were thrust upon her at an early age. It wasn’t until her father, a Wizarding historian, was hired by the Ministry to keep up their records, that Lucinda saw a broom up close for the first time. It was sitting in her father’s office. Her father, who she had never pictured as a sports person, longingly hung it onto his wall before turning to his daughter and explaining just what Quidditch was. That was the first day she ever remembered what love felt like. He took her out back of their home that night and taught her how to fly, carefully keeping her up on the broom when she thought she might fall. For that brief moment, Lucy wasn’t a Pure-Blood; she was just a Talkalot.

But there was always her mother to remind her just who she ought to be. Lucinda never really minded, that was until the boys were able to play Quidditch or other outdoorsy games and she was locked in a tea room. She would often sneak out, much to her mother’s chagrin, to play with the boys. Soon, it was better to just leave her alone. It drove a wedge between herself and her mother than she didn’t quite know how to fix. Not that she necessarily wanted to. When someone was always telling you just how disappointing you were, it was hard to let them back into your life in any emotional way.

Of course, Lucinda never wanted for much. Hogwarts presented itself and for the first time she had freedom from her parents. Freedom that quickly made her realize that she had no idea what she was doing on her own, and she loved to make choices (even if they were bloody terrible ones). Her mother became crueler as Lucinda grew more interested in the world outside Pure-Blood manor. Her parents often talked about disowning her if she hadn’t gotten hired by the Harpies just out of school. Her father was thrilled when she got the letter, but mostly because he could tell all of his friends that his daughter played for the Harpies.

And his friends, along with Lucy’s parents themselves, instilled the idea that they were better-than everyone else. That their blood, somehow, made them perfect. Lucinda never fully bought in to their talks, but she knew from a young age that because of her blood status she was different. Now, she just hopes she can learn how to train herself out of the harmful ideas that her parents started serving with her tea from the time she could talk.

OCCUPATION:

Lucinda still plays for the Holyhead Harpies as a Chaser. Although it seems unnecessary, Lucinda doesn’t quite know how to survive in a world without Quidditch. It’s a sport, yes, and on some level she recognizes that. But as soon as Quidditch disappears, Lucinda thinks all is lost. Besides, there are still people who aren’t fighting in the war and Lucinda wants to give theme a bit of a good time. After all, not everything has to be gloom and doom every second.

ROLE WITHIN THE ORDER/THOUGHTS ABOUT THE ORDER:

Lucinda isn’t necessarily the poster child for the Order. Unless you’re part of the organization, you wouldn’t even know that she didn’t believe in what Lord Voldemort was doing for high society. However, Lucinda is constantly on the ground for the Order, trying to find out secrets and smuggle goods from country to country. Since she plays Quidditch, it’s so easy for her to get from place to place. No one expects anything of her, especially not when she is in her uniform. At the Order, though, she can sense that people do not trust her. They don’t know what to make of the Quidditch star turned smuggler. If she’s being honest, Lucinda doesn’t know exactly who she is either. The Order is where her heart lies, sure, but sometimes the heart doesn’t get to do what it wants. For now, though, she will continue playing her part, hoping that, soon, she begins to understand her own role inside the Order.

SURVIVAL:

Survival for Lucinda is fairly simple. She goes to work, she goes to the safe house. As long as no one finds out about the latter, Lucinda is in the clear. Of course, that doesn’t mean she isn’t slightly paranoid about the fact that someone might find out. Someone who might put her life in danger. Lucinda tends to stay away from those in her mother and father’s circles, but there’s only so much one can do when they seem to be popping up around every corner. More often than not, Lucinda has to put on another face in order just to keep herself alive. It’s terrifying to think that she might be found out and Lucinda will go to whatever cost to make sure no one in her life knows. If that means having to betray the Order to save her own skin, her selfishness might come into play. However, she’s too smart to be captured; too smart for someone to give away her secret. At least, that’s what she hopes.

RELATIONSHIPS:

- FABIAN PREWETT. Lucinda thought Fabian was going to be a wildcard. Yet, upon meeting him, Luci felt like he was one of the most trustworthy members of the Order. It’s a gut feeling, one that she can’t quite get to go away, despite the fact that he might not trust her in turn. He’s one of few that she would willingly tell her secrets to, though, and that scares her just a little bit.

- SIRIUS BLACK. Lucinda wishes she held some of his integrity. He’s the poster boy for someone who escaped the pure-blood world. In fact, he stormed out, leaving dust and debris in his wake and causing the rest of the pure-blood families to crack down on their own children. She was jealous of Sirius, even if she didn’t want to admit that fact. The thought of being able to get away from it all, in what seemed an easy if not destructive fashion, felt nice. The jealousy, though, caused her to feel resentful towards Sirius, even if she wished to be more like him.

- EMMELINE VANCE. Much like Fabian, Luis trusts Emmeline Vance. As much as she would hate to admit it, because Emmeline’s way of life is just boring, she admires the older woman. She is strong-willed in a way Lucinda will never be. Maybe, though, if the war continues and she is forced to hide with the Order, Emmeline might take her under her wing. Luci would like to be involved in what Emmeline is doing.

- FRANK & ALICE LONGBOTTOM. Lucinda doesn’t trust either of the Longbottoms. Yes, Alice is in the highest rung of the Order, but Frank seems to always be second guessing her choices. Luci can’t help but see him around in her pure-blood circles and is worried that he’ll make the wrong move. After all, she knows that the Longbottoms don’t trust her, in turn. Maybe they have good reason.

- EMMA VANITY. Younger than Lucinda, and also a young woman who had shunned the pure-blood world, she felt a certain need to take care of Emma. Of course, Luci is not the motherly type, so she’s quite terrible at it. Either way, she hopes to make friends with the younger girl, but it comes from a place of hoping to fix herself too.

OOC EXPLORATION:

SHIPS/ANTI-SHIPS: I’m open to just about anything for Lucinda and I don’t really think there’s anything I wouldn’t be able to explore. I see Lucinda as fairly open sexually but not as open when it comes to romantic relationships. She has a hard time letting anyone in, or rather, committing for a long period of time. If she does open her heart, she doesn’t think it will ever work well. Especially not with a war brewing in the background. The extra stress would not mix well in a romantic situation.

WHAT PRIVILEGES AND BIASES DOES YOUR CHARACTER HAVE? Lucinda has all of the privilege and she has a hard time recognizing that it’s there. Her brain just doesn’t quite understand that just because she’s helping the right side of the war, does not mean she is not sometimes in the wrong. Or that she has any right to make decisions for people like Mary MacDonald or Lily Evans. But, she still does try to make those decisions. Her own experiences often stop short of knowing what it’s like to be a muggleborn, or even what it’s like to be a half-blood. And, more importantly, Luci doesn’t try to expand that knowledge. If it’s thrust upon her, she usually takes it well and is willing to learn. But Luci has never been one to seek out understanding unless it comes hurtling towards her like a bludger.

WHAT ARE YOU MOST LOOKING FORWARD TO? Marauders groups always interest me, but it’s not often I find one that feels quite so intricate. I am going to enjoy seeing all of the pieces of the puzzle work together, but I also love that those puzzle pieces feel incredibly realistic. I really can’t wait to (hopefully) write a world that seems real, populated with characters who are flawed and stubborn and hurting, yet bold and hopeful for a new future. I can’t wait to write a world full of battles that we are fighting in American society and around the world today, although using the help of magic and these beloved characters who I always love to see on my dash. For Lucinda, I’m most excited to see where she finally lands. Her heart is in the right place, but her mind hasn’t quite caught up with it, and she fears letting her parents down, or, worse, being found out. Lucy is not quite as strong as she lets on, even if she’s strong on the Quidditch Pitch. I can’t wait to play with that balance, and also see how she works with others in the Order when she is, more often than not, living and working somewhere else.

ANYTHING ELSE?: I don’t think so!

EXTRA FOR NON-BIO CHARACTERS:

PAST: Lucinda always felt as though she grew up in the wrong home. Her parents, both faux-regal Pure-Bloods, were always putting on a lavish show. It wasn’t until her father introduced her to Quidditch that she ever felt as though she belonged. While she was always closer to him than to her mother, who constantly found reasons to demean her daughter, Lucinda never felt as though she fit in the spaces of their manor. Even moving to England from France came with new complications. Her mother instantly started prepping her for balls to meet all of London high society’s most eligible bachelors. She was ten. The truth was, Lucinda saw through the glitz and glamour of Pure-Blood life, and Hogwarts was the only place where she felt as though she could escape. When she returned home, she

PRESENT: The war wages on and, despite calling herself an Order member, Lucinda largely ignores it. Although she has gotten herself into more shady dealings, and she often is smuggling in the dark of night, wind flying beneath her broom as she brings needed supplies to the safe house, Lucinda often tells herself that everything is fine. Her job has not changed. Her family has only risen in prominence. If she were not looking at the man behind the mirror, at the ghastly face of who was behind all of these terrors, Lucinda could say that her own bubble was getting shinier. However, on some level she knows that these words aren’t true. While she works hard at her job, her heart is truly with the people at the safe house. Lucinda spends more and more time with them, hoping that what she provides is enough to help. There are many nights she sleeps on the road just so that she can find a bit of information on an attack. Her name gets her in places, of course, more than most, and because she hasn’t particularly turned her back on her parents, she is still welcomed. However, it’s that very name that also makes her a threat to the Order; it’s the very name that built her up that is looking to tear her down too.

FC CHOICES: Katherine McNamara, Maia Mitchell, Zoey Deutch

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Muse Purge!

Below the cut you will find a list of muses I am cutting, this is due to lack of muse, lack of threads, or simply ignorance of people who keep wanting them for a faceclaim.

First, Lets Start Off With Who Is Staying: Links to their bios.

Madeline Beaumont Ella Walsh (Selectively) Stella Graham Calliope Adams Isabelle Jackson (Selectively) Zoey Eaton Emilia Clayton Scarlette Reid (Character Is To Be Revamped and Re-Written) Elizabeth Price Annabelle Watson Ellie Wright Kate Thomas (Bio to be edited) Ellouise Northman Destiny York-Beaumont Isabelle Carmichael Victoria Lennox Calista Augustin Sofia Volcov

Secondly, Whose Going, because they either never got acknowledged, threads, or simply I’ve lost muse for.

MEREDITH EVERHART HOLLIS FITZGERALD PEONY BRADSHAW BEATRICE GALLAGHER LUCINDA ANDERSON AURORA DELUCA LOMBARDI MORETTI CELESTE ANTAEUS YULIYA IVANOV ANGELA IRVINE HARRIS VAN DOREN CAMILA WEBER ROSALIE DAWSON LUCIELLE THOMPSON ALICE CHARLESTON ALLISON MONTGOMERY OLIVIA COPELAND CHARLOTTE AVERY ANASTASIA TELLER EVIE MERCURY VIOLET MCKENNA

If you don’t see a muses name on either list, they’re either going to be kept as a secondary, or I will speak to whomever directly i you interact with that muse. I feel like this will help my creative writing a lot. Thanks.

#ooc; spill the tea please?#blog psa: 002

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lucinda tag drop.

*✧·˚. visage / lucinda price.

*✧·˚. study / lucinda price.

*✧·˚. interactions / lucinda price.

*✧·˚. open / lucinda price.

*✧·˚. dyn / lucinda & daniel.

*✧·˚. dyn / lucinda & cameron.

*✧·˚. dyn / lucinda & penn.

*✧·˚. dyn / lucinda & arriane.

#*✧·˚. visage / lucinda price.#*✧·˚. study / lucinda price.#*✧·˚. interactions / lucinda price.#*✧·˚. open / lucinda price.#*✧·˚. dyn / lucinda & daniel.#*✧·˚. dyn / lucinda & cameron.#*✧·˚. dyn / lucinda & penn.#*✧·˚. dyn / lucinda & arriane.#tags.

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"Pretty name. Nice to meet ya, Aria." Lucinda moved her with her parents after the fire. The one that they blamed her for. No one was allowed to know. Only the admin at the school will know, according to her parents. Lucinda just hoped that stayed true.

"This place isn't as bad as my school in Georgia. They were much more strict down there.." Lucinda sighed, glancing around the room. "It was easy to get bored there, hopefully it won't be as boring here. Is there anything good or fun to do?"

"Yeah." Aria nodded. "Not so lucky sometimes, but yeah she'd pretty cool." She nodded. She looked down at her notebook. Her mother wasn't happy she'd gotten detention, but she was going through a lot right now and just had to skip a class or two to clear her head. She was grounded though for it. Her mother was cool but still a good mom.

"Aria." She said with a small smile. "Nice to meet you."

#darlingskilled #( interactions: lucinda price )#( verse: main )

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BoF Professional Just Got Better With Access to Online Courses

LONDON, United Kingdom — It’s hard to believe it’s been two years since we launched BoF Professional. The last 24 months have surpassed our expectations in every way, from how engaged BoF Professional members are with our agenda-setting content to how quickly our global community — now in more than 125 countries — is growing.

Through BoF Professional, we aim to provide our members with in-depth analysis and actionable insights for navigating the rapidly-changing global fashion industry. In addition to creating exclusive deep-dive articles, market intelligence reports and unprecedented access to the leaders of the global fashion industry, we have continued to expand the benefits of BoF Professional membership, with new content streams, podcasts, live interactive digital events and an exclusive iOS app.

Today I am delighted to announce the latest exciting addition to BoF Professional. Members who have signed up to an annual membership will now have full access to our exclusive online courses from BoF Education — designed with the same rigour and insight that inform BoF's award-winning editorial content. For non-members, BoF Education courses are available to buy individually at US$195, but BoF Professional members will now have full access as part of their annual membership at no additional cost, effective immediately.

Tailored to the specific needs of fashion professionals, BoF Education courses impart valuable insider wisdom to busy professionals in pursuit of continued career development, as well as a deeper understanding of the creative and business instincts that underpin our industry.

Our tutors include globally renowned fashion stylist Lucinda Chambers, the man behind the #breaktheinternet marketing campaign Drew Elliott, brand and strategy director of Farfetch Susanne Tide-Frater, and Musa Tariq, one of a highly select group of individuals appointed to the C-Suite under the age of 35. Finally, noted fashion historian and celebrated academic Colin McDowell MBE has created a course on fashion history as an essential foundation for any career in the industry. We know you’ll enjoy these courses. To date, 90 percent of participants say our online courses met their objectives — and 92 percent say they enjoyed their online course.

So, how can you benefit from online courses by BoF Education?

BoF Professionals with an annual membership can browse all courses and start learning now.

Members with a monthly package who would like to benefit from unlimited access to online courses can upgrade their membership to an annual package at any time here. (An annual BoF Professional membership costs less on an annual basis than a monthly membership, so it’s a no-brainer! If you would like to continue to pay monthly, you can still access BoF’s Education courses at the price of $195 each).

If you’re not yet a BoF Professional member, click here to join now and experience BoF Education courses today!

At BoF, we are committed to unleashing the combined potential of the global fashion industry, which is only possible thanks to your continued support.

Kind regards,

Imran Amed

Source: https://www.businessoffashion.com/articles/editors-letter/bof-professional-just-got-better-with-access-to-online-courses

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Brainstorm Health: Brainstorm Health Conference, Clover Health Layoffs, Medicaid Work Requirements

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Brainstorm Health: Brainstorm Health Conference, Clover Health Layoffs, Medicaid Work Requirements

Good afternoon, readers.

The fourth annual Fortune Brainstorm Health conference is just around the corner . As in, next week. As in, five days from now( April second and third at the beautiful Fairmont Grand Del Mar in San Diego, CA ).

Just how stacked is the event this year? Featured speakers include: Dr. Hal Barron, chairperson of R& D and chief scientific officer at narcotic giant GlaxoSmithKline; Humana chief Bruce Broussard; Cleveland Clinic executive adviser Dr. Toby Cosgrove; Edie Falco, the Emmy award-winning actress best known for the HBO reached The Sopranos; IBM executive vice president Dr. John Kelly III; Venrock partner Camille Samuels; Kaiser Permanente CEO Bernard Tyson; Verily chief medical officer Dr. Jessica Mega; the founders and CEOs of Not Impossible Labs, Mick Ebeling, and Unreasonable, Daniel Epstein; and, frankly, so many other titans across the health care business, policy, academic, and investment fields that it’ll be easier for you to just go through the list and the agenda for yourself.( Oh, our three amazing co-chairs, Clifton Leaf, Dr. David Agus, and Arianna Huffington will happen to be around, too .)

If you have yet to register or complete your enrollment process, make sure to do so as soon as possible! We hope to see you in sunny San Diego for what is going to be an engaging, interactive, and critical dialogue on all of health care’s most significant challenges and promises.

In the meantime, read on for the day’s news.

Sy Mukherjee

@the_sy_guy

sayak.mukherjee @fortune. com

DIGITAL HEALTH

Clover Health laying off 25% of staff members. Clover Health, a health insurance upstart that touts its tech-savvy approach to the insurance business( specifically in the Medicare Advantage market) is axing a one-quarter of its workforce, or about 140 employees, as it fights to adapt to the complex insurance market. The company is basically admitting that its tech-skewed staff needed to be shaken up in favor of those with more conventional experience in the industry–a challenge faced by many Silicon Valley startups that have little experience in the heavily regulated market.( CNBC)

INDICATIONS

Vertex says it destroyed a massive swath of its multiple sclerosis narcotic. Here’s an unfortunate fallout from a bare-knuckled fight over medication pricing: Rare drug manufacturer Vertex Pharmaceuticals says that 8,000 packs of its best-selling cystic fibrosis narcotic Orkambi were destroyed because they had outstripped their expiration dates as the company locked horns with the U.K.’s National Health Service. Some critics wondered why Vertex didn’t induce contingency plans for the medications as it tries to get Orkambi are subject to the U.K ., where about 40% of its nearly 10,000 CF patients could potentially is beneficial for the treatment. The NHS says the treatment’s cost is simply too high.( The Guardian)

THE BIG PICTURE

Judge blocks Medicaid work requirements in Arkansas, Kentucky. A federal judge has struck down recently imposed requirements in Arkansas and Kentucky that would require Medicaid recipients to either work or volunteer to qualify for the health care program geared toward the poorest Americans. Judge James Boasberg pointed to the various unintended consequences of the Trump administration-backed effort to fundamentally reshape Medicaid, including some beneficiaries’ anecdotes about living in regions with few jobs and then becoming too sick to work at all once losing their Medicaid.

REQUIRED READING

Facebook Faces Federal Lawsuit, by Ellen McGirt

Speed Limiters, Breathalyzers May Soon Be Mandatory in All EU Cars, by David Meyer

Under Fire, Wells Fargo CEO Tim Sloan Steps Down, by Lucinda Shen

How China’s Surveillance State Reflects ‘Black Mirror’, by Clay Chandler

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SCUBA SHOW JUNE 23-24 IN LONG BEACH

The Nation’s Largest Consumer Scuba Expo Returns to Long Beach on June 23-24, 2018; Posthumous California Scuba Service Award to Honor Lloyd Bridges on 60th Anniversary of “Sea Hunt”

As spring turns to summer and southern Californians flock to the beaches, the 2018 Scuba Show invites all adventurous spirits to discover a world beneath the aquatic surface at the Long Beach Convention Center on Saturday and Sunday, June 23rd and 24th . As a special highlight of this year’s show and in celebration of the “Sea Hunt” television series’ 60th anniversary, the 2018 edition of the annually bestowed California Scuba Service Award will honor actor Lloyd Bridges, who passed away in 1998.

An iconic, must-see TV series of its time, “Sea Hunt” is largely credited within the industry as bringing a new awareness of the oceans and the sensation that is scuba diving to the mainstream zeitgeist of the United States. The posthumous honor will be accepted by Lloyd Bridges’s daughter (and sister to actors Beau and Jeff Bridges) Lucinda Bridges alongside pioneer scuba diver, actress/stunt double and previous California Scuba Service Award recipient Rosalia “Zale” Parry, who worked on the original series alongside Bridges.

Now in its 31st year, the Scuba Show connects divers of all skill and experience levels with the spirit, magic and adventure of marine environments through diving. An ideal event for anyone who has ever considered taking up this inspiring water sport, the Scuba Show is the ideal place to get information on how to get started – or in the case of the more experienced divers, to network and continue one’s journey. Throughout the weekend, attendees will have access to hundreds of enthusiastic scuba diving experts and the passionate diving community, all of whom are excited to share their knowledge and adventures.

For those looking to further an already established relationship with diving, the Scuba Show will feature dozens of seminars, clinics, workshops and classes on various specialized, educational and entertaining topics such as foreign travel, history, underwater photography, local dive spots, diving physiology, weather forecasting, marine conservation and more.

Each year, thousands of attendees interact with 300+ exhibitors, vendors and diving experts from around the world at the Scuba Show. Attendees can celebrate the show’s 31st year by learning how to get scuba certified, browsing hundreds of diving products and discovering the hottest trending diving destinations. Scuba Show activities include seafood cooking demonstrations, interactive art projects, themed photo booths, a new products showcase and a pool where attendees (10 years and over) can don full scuba gear and try out the sport.

The much anticipated Saturday night party for attendees and vendors will be held inside the Aquarium of the Pacific’s Great Hall (across from the convention center) for the first time, which means that this year’s party bears the distinction of doubling as an evening spent amongst the diverse marine life of California coastal waters. The party will include a silent auction and raffle benefitting No Kid Hungry, an organization that strives to raise the critical funds needed to ensure that all children in America get the healthy food they need each day, and for whom Lloyd Bridges’s son and End Hunger Network founder Jeff Bridges serves as National Spokesperson. In addition, over $40,000 in door prizes will be given away throughout the show.

“Southern California is home to one of the strongest markets of scuba divers in North America,” said Scuba Show producer, Mark Young. “It always pleasure to see this very special and very passionate community of divers come together every year to share their experiences, knowledge and passion.”

The 2018 Scuba Show will take place on Saturday, June 23, from 10 AM to 6 PM, and Sunday, June 24, from 10 AM to 5 PM at the Long Beach Convention Center, located at 300 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90802. Tickets are available online at scubashow.com/attendees/tickets. Full price tickets will also be sold at the door. Single day advance tickets range from $12 (single day exhibit hall) to $32 (single day exhibits plus seminars), and two day passes are $62 (includes exhibit hall and seminars). Kids 13 and under are free.

For more information, please visit www.scubashow.com.

About Scuba Show

Since 1987, Scuba Show is the largest consumer scuba diving show in the country and the most anticipated diving event of the year. The Scuba Show’s goal is to bring together and support the local dive community and to fuel passion, inspiration and love of nature in the strongest market of divers in North America.

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The Streets Don't Love You Back expands throughout Arizona By BETHANY BLUNDELL Staff WriterJun 28, 2017 (0) Rob, right, and Lucinda Boyd, creators of The Streets Don’t Love You Back, stand with Maricopa Mayor Christian Price, who has helped them expand their program. MARICOPA — When Rob and Lucinda Boyd first began the Streets Don’t Love You Back program, they never imagined it would go as far as it did. Now, they are seeing their program impact people all across the United States. Growing up, life wasn’t easy for this couple. When Rob was 9, he witnessed his grandfather kill his stepfather. So at age 10 he took to the streets, selling drugs and getting involved with gangs. Lucinda faced her own troubles. Although she grew up in a loving home, outside of her home she was sexually abused multiple times and turned to alcohol as her remedy. “It was easier to drink than to think about the shame and guilt of the abuse,” she said. “But the alcohol led to worse things later on.” When they met later in life, they shared a common bond, which motivated them to help others who have been through similar situations. They began TSDLYB, which was inspired by a book Rob wrote about his experience living in the ghettos of Detroit. The program began in 2009. They did public appearances, talked about Rob’s book and had a radio show about their experiences. Their program was taken to the next level in 2015 when Lucinda wrote and published the Life Skills Intervention Program. This is a six-week program designed to educate the public about the dangers of gangs, drugs, violence and abuse. She said they wrote the book and created the program because they wanted to be more hands-on and interact with people. “When we started out, we wanted to educate youth,” Lucinda said. “As we got started, a lot of adults have come to us because they haven’t healed from a lot of those past hurts relating to those issues. So we just help everybody now on those same topics.” The program is interactive and focuses on positive change and setting life goals. It is currently being administered in a variety of locations, including churches, .

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IJL 2017 Set to Celebrate the NEW and the INSPIRATIONAL

IJL 2017 is set to inspire the industry this September over three vibrant days, with new show features and a superb showcase of over 500 companies from 32 countries, including a host of innovative debut designers and brands. This flagship event is designed to provide a ‘360 degree’ platform for successful business, sharing knowledge and debate, networking and discovering the hottest trends and talent.

New show experiences include the newly themed seminar theatres, workshops and dedicated Skills Lab; a glimpse into the future in the Retail Experience Area; the new Watch Lounge; and Jewellery LIVE!, showcasing craftsmanship and technology at its best. Other ‘not to be missed’ highlights include the Trends Catwalk, previewing trends set to hit the High Street this Christmas and in Spring 2018, and a pool of cutting-edge new design talent from this year’s Bright Young Gems and KickStarters.

Sam Willoughby, Show Director, comments: “Over the past year, we have been busy talking to new and existing exhibitors and visitors – including our prestigious Diamond Club members – to ensure that IJL 2017 meets all the needs of the industry and is as productive and engaging as possible. I am especially proud of the international line-up this year, which includes many new brands and designers who are new to the UK and have chosen IJL as their first show, showcasing alongside some of the most highly regarded established brands in the industry. I am also delighted to welcome an increasing number of essential service providers now choosing IJL to launch the latest packaging, merchandising, technology, and retail developments. All of which make this year’s event an unmissable experience for both visitors and exhibitors.”

New highlights for 2017 include Jewellery LIVE!, which will offer a ‘behind the scenes’ showcase of craftsmanship and technology – from the bench to the powerful new techniques supporting creative ideas; from initial inspiration to beautifully finished pieces. The new Retail Experience Area is designed to help retailers explore new opportunities to develop the full in-store experience, to increase footfall and compete with online. Companies such as The Aroma Company, 4D Projects, Innovare and Kesslers International will be on-hand to offer the most up-to-date advice on enhancing the in-store offer and providing a memorable interactive jewellery buying experience for customers.

Education Redefined – alongside an inspirational line up of headline seminar speakers in the Inspiration Theatre, with industry luminaries like Stephen Webster, the new DIGIfest Theatre will feature a not-to-be missed social media programme. This will be headed up by Warren Knight, one of the top 100 Global Influencers and IJL’s Chief Social Media Editor, together with an array of high profile bloggers – outlining the fundamentals of social media, as well as more advanced sessions for the digital savvy. The new Academy will feature knowledge forums with educational and business experts, and the new Skills Lab, sponsored by the NAJ, will offer visitors the best advice on important industry issues, such as security and workplace pensions. And last but not least is the special new FairLuxx mini conference, with thought-provoking topics and speakers on the last day of the show.

Trend Insight – discovering new trends and looks to meet customer demand is at the heart of IJL and the thrice daily Trends Catwalk will feature the Spring/Summer 2018 jewellery trends, as well as the trends which will be so important for retailers this coming Christmas. Chosen by the new Trend Editor, Rachael Taylor – a freelance journalist specialising in jewellery – the trends are Chase the Rainbow, The Artisan, The Next Frontier, True Romance and Bridal – High Spirits.

Stars of the Future – BYGS and KickStarters – every year two groups of up and coming new young designers capture the interest of visitors looking for imaginative new designs and creativity. The Bright Young Gems are five graduating (or recently graduated) jewellery design students, selected by an eminent panel of consumer media experts, together with the British luxury fine jewellery designer, Shaun Leane. All follow in the successful footsteps of previous Bright Young Gems, including Pippa Small, Tomasz Donocik, Daisy Knights, Imogen Belfield and Fernando Jorge.

The Bright Young Gems are joined by the 2017 IJL KickStarters – flourishing new UK designers looking to take their business to the next stage. This annual mentoring programme is recognised as one of the most supportive programmes for new talent and provides invaluable marketing expertise thanks to IJL and the National Association of Jewellers. The ten chosen IJL KickStarters this year are: Claire Macfarlane Jewellery, Emily Kidson, Muscari Jewellery, Becky Dockree Jewellery, Raliegh Goss, Lucy Spink Jewellery, Heather Woof Jewellery, Rhona McCallum Jewellery, Alice Barnes and Oddical. Previous famous KickStarters include Imogen Belfield, Clarice Price Thomas, Claire English and Kristjan Eyjolfsson, to name but a few.

Winning Designs – the very successful and popular Editors’ Choice Awards celebrates some of the most unique and commercial jewellery collections and signature pieces on show at IJL. Now in its ninth year, a new format together with new categories has been introduced, reflecting the breadth of talent across all sectors at the show. Three category award winners have already been announced – Technical Trailblazer (The Rock Hound for their Chromanteq Bombe Rings), Creative Originality (Isabella Liu for her Sea Rhymes collection) and Commercial Mastermind (Franco Florenzi for their Bow and Arrow bracelets). A further four new categories, the IJL Show Awards, will be judged at the show by an extended panel of key industry media. These categories will cover Designer to Watch, Show Stopper, Visual Excellence and the highly anticipated IJL Exhibitor of the Year (for further details visit:

International and UK Showcase – IJL attracts jewellery and watch companies from every sector – from fine jewellery and designer brands to fashion-led sterling silver jewellery and loose gemstones.

The international line-up this year includes an array of new and cutting-edge companies making their debut from Europe, including Bloch & Co. from Belgium, Les Georgettes from France, MoM of Sweden, Maria Dorai Raj from Ireland and Leonori and Maori from Italy. From Africa and the Middle East, brands include celebrity designer Penny Winter from Nairobi, Cara Jewellers and Kaina from Dubai, Elham & Issa Jewellery from Jordan, and UAB Koliz Vostok from Lithuania. All of them will be starring alongside acclaimed brands such as Bronzallure and Sif Jakobs.

From the UK, first-time high profile exhibitors like Kiki Carnegie, Dog Fever and Lucinda King will be showcasing their jewellery alongside such valued returning companies as Astley Clarke, Asteria Diamonds, Gecko, Yoko London and Continental Jewellery, together with major established brands like Charles Green, Domino and Gemex.

Here is a snapshot of the new highlights from designers and brands showing at IJL 2017.

British Designers Flying the Flag at IJL

British Jewellery brand Astley Clarke is known for quality fine and contemporary jewellery that is design focused, refined and easy-to-wear. They will be showcasing their first three collections by Dominic Jones, Creative Director of Astley Clarke. The triptych collection takes ‘light’ as its central theme and navigates between 3 interconnected groups: Astronomy, Phototaxis and Colour of Calder. “IJL provides exposure to a wide portfolio of high calibre retailers, from both the UK and overseas. It allows us to meet with our current UK stockists and helps to facilitate opening new accounts. We would recommend IJL to jewellery brands who are looking to network and grow their distribution”, explains Helen Jones, Head of Wholesale, Astley Clarke.

First time exhibitor, Kiki Carnegie Jewellery London will be showing in the Design Gallery. Her collections are inspired by Gaudi and the ‘Art Nouveau’ movement as well as the intricacies of Byzantine architecture, and features different coloured plating. “IJL will be the first ‘jewellery only’ trade show at which I have exhibited. It will be insightful for me to see all the other jewellery collections on show and I look forward to hearing from other jewellers about their journeys”, comments Kiki Carnegie.

Dog Fever, an exclusive line of sterling silver jewellery, symbolises the unique bond with man’s best friend, paying homage to the most well-known breeds from around the world, highlighting their characteristics and natural vitality. Uniquely created and hand-painted by skilled goldsmiths, enamellists and miniaturists in Italy, the jewellery is designed to transform a feeling into a piece of jewellery that resonates with emotion – with the Hug collection able to be worn on fingers, complemented by pendants, earrings and bracelets. New collections being launched at IJL for the first time include an increasing number of breeds features, as well as cufflinks, money clips and keyrings. John Coupland, Managing Director of Dog Fever UK Ltd, says: “We look forward to exhibiting at the best London trade fair. We consider IJL to be the ideal venue to launch Dog Fever for jewellers in the metropolis.”

Orlap Studio, a small family company based in Sheffield, will be debuting this year. They specialise in bespoke cufflinks, dress studs and tie slides. Begun in 1975 by Jack Thwaites, Orlap is now run by Christopher and Karen Perry. At IJL, Orlap Studio will be showcasing the Special Touches collection of top end cufflinks and dress studs set with combinations of diamonds and gold kisses set into their classic ranges. The knurled edge cufflink face lends a more tactile surface to the rim. Also on show will be a range of travel cufflinks, which hinge to fold flat. “Retail is a changing environment and we are adapting our services to help – such as suggesting and creating new stone combinations, or colours, to sit alongside tailor’s clothing. Designing and making bespoke styles is something we are gaining a reputation for and, as a small manufacturer, we can provide this service alongside our stock range and work with our customers at a very personal level. It is now time to reach out to new customers! IJL seems to be the perfect place for us.”, comments Christopher Perry, Director and Silversmith.

Andrew Geoghegan will be launching petit additions to his engagement ring collection, which will have RRPs of below £2,000 – in response to an in-depth consumer and retailer survey. IJL 2017 will also see the launch of further developments of the ever-popular ‘Satellite Diamond’ rings as well as an ocean-inspired solitaire. “IJL 2016 was a runaway success for us and in order to emulate this performance in 2017, we have some very exciting launches. One of our targets for 2017 has been an in-depth focus into gathering consumer, retailer and industry data, and along with our collection launches, we will be announcing some pivotal new strategy developments at the show”, explains Andrew Geoghegan.

Chordia Jewels will be unveiling two new collections at IJL. An exquisite natural Zambian emerald collection which is unique for its brilliant cut and polish. Showing alongside their new 18k and 14k lightweight gold jewellery collection showcasing different colours of Life. Featuring refined settings, intricate detailing and par excellence craftsmanship, this is a collection of delicate and dainty jewellery. Vikas Chordia says: “IJL is a top jewellery event in Europe given its location and the timing of the show (have deleted the time of the exhibition). It is a heterogeneous platform that not only facilitates display and the selling of gems and Jewellery, but also provides an unparalleled networking opportunity. This highly influential B2B jewellery trade event is an ideal place to launch brands and collections.”

Gecko, the award winning UK jewellery supplier with an enviable reputation for consistent excellence in customer service, innovation and product and brand development, will be launching a number of new collections and pieces at IJL. These include the new collection from their popular men’s brand ‘Fred Bennett’, featuring over 65 new jewellery and accessory designs, some of them for the unisex market, and the Fiorelli silver jewellery collection and its Elements gold and silver ranges – as well as the ‘D for Diamonds’ ever-expanding range for children with sentimental pieces for new Mums and Mums to be, and the launch of the new Orla Kiely collection, featuring both enamel and plain metal pieces incorporating iconic Orla motifs. “IJL is a hugely important show for us, as it is the perfect platform for us to launch our new autumn/winter collections together on one stand. Whether its silver, gold or fashion jewellery, gifts or accessories, Gecko has it all, with plenty of interesting new ideas for the Christmas season and beyond”, says Desiree Pringle, Gecko Creative Director.

Small Luxuries believe that beauty takes many forms, which is why they cut and polish all their stones themselves. They look forward to unveiling a new collection of Tanzanites and Sapphires, which they hope will interest both individual designers and the larger brands at their first IJL show. “IJL will help us launch in the Europe market following our success in the US, Hong Kong and India. We work with all sizes of companies – basically anyone who has a passion for coloured stones!”, comments Shruti Jain, Director Small Luxuries.

Lawrence Blunt Ltd are specialists in the design and manufacture of precious and semi-precious jewellery. At IJL they will be showcasing their new Grace Collection, an on-trend bridal range of beautifully designed rings, pendants and earrings, celebrating the Clever Cluster. Available in various metals, the design encases, enhances and accentuates the diamond spread, to clever and dazzling effect. “IJL is a conduit to enable us to meet up with our customers as well as keep abreast of industry news and developments”, says Laurence Blunt.

Timepieces to Watch

The new Watch Lounge and Watch Area will showcase products from companies accommodating all price points – including the Peers Hardy Group (with leading brands like Radley, Cluse, Orla Kiely, Ice Watch, Disney and Lola Rose), Claude Bernard, Vostok Europe, Elliot Brown and Gevril Group, to name but a few.

Bateren & Co Watches will officially launch to the industry at IJL 2017. Rugged yet refined, solid and versatile, the Pacemaker 1 is a unisex watch which is unmatched in build quality and strength amongst its class. Key features include precision Japanese automatic movement, 300m water resistance, scratch resistant sapphire glass and 316L surgical stainless steel case. All at a truly affordable price. Bateren & Co founder, Marho Bateren said: “I have spent a year designing a high quality yet affordable automatic watch; a segment of the watch market that is very much under-represented. We are excited to finally unveil the Pacemaker 1 to the trade and to start building relationships with retailers.”

International Trend Setters

At just 16 years old, Amedeo Scognamiglio learned the art of carving cameos, whilst working for his father’s company in his hometown of Torre del Greco, Italy. His work brings a fresh contemporary twist to this ancient art and continues an artistic manufacturing tradition dating back to the early 1800s. Amedeo Cameosare glamorous and on-trend, and feature the use of alternative materials, unexpected ideas and smile-triggering designs, appealing to the die-hard fashionistas from Paris, NYC, London and Moscow.

Les Georgettes from France is an innovative concept that combines fine customised jewellery with interchangeable and reversible leather bands. In just a few seconds, customers can create their very own collection of exclusive Georgettes by changing or reversing the band to go with their outfit, bag or mood. This newly established company will be showcasing the new necklace pieces as part of their core collection, Les Essentielles, as well as their Les Précieuses collection. “Les Georgettes brand was launched just last year, so it is very important for us to attend the key trade shows in key markets and IJL fits the bill in the UK”, comments Frédéric Brunel-Acquaviva, International Vice-President.

Elham & Issa Jewellery from Jordan, creates timeless pieces using precious and semi-precious stones set in 18k gold, all expertly crafted and designed. Their flagship boutique is in Amman, Jordan and they will be launching internationally with four collections at IJL. “Exhibiting at IJL provides an excellent platform for us to engage with international buyers in an exclusive trading environment”, explains Issa Sabeh and Elham Kalaji, founders of Elham & Issa Jewellery.

Cara Jewellers, the Dubai based fine jewellery brand, will exhibit for the first time at IJL this year. Known globally for their phenomenal diamond jewellery, which is classic in form but on-trend in appeal, their products ooze wearability with minimal use of metal, highlighting diamonds and gemstones. Brothers Kiran and Anil Pethani from India established Cara Jewellers in 2005, in the Gold and Diamond Park, Dubai. They will showcase the finest necklace earring sets, rings and wristwear, as well as an extensive range of engagement rings, a USP of Cara, in every shape, size, colour and design. From the simplest wedding band to the extravagant double-digit diamond rings, Cara offer designs in every type and budget. Anil Pethani comments: “It is our first time exhibiting at IJL and what better than exhibiting in the city of London. The show is an esteemed platform for high end jewellers and it is an honour to be able to present our jewels amongst this prestigious company.”

Newcomer Franco Florenzi, winner of the 2017 Editors’ Choice Commercial Mastermind Award, is a design-led brand focused on creating simple and unique accessories for men and women. Attention to detail is at the core of their designs, inspired by subtle sophistication and impeccable craftsmanship, combining minimalism and elegance. The growing collection of Bow and Arrow bracelets designed for both men and women are suitable for both classic and contemporary outfits. Each piece is designed in England and manufactured from the finest materials. The ultra-thin cord is complimented by the handcrafted Bow & Arrow detailing and is available in a variety of colours, making it the perfect accessory to add to any outfit. “This will be our first time at IJL and we are very excited to see what it brings. Franco Florenzi has had huge success online via social media channels such as Facebook and Instagram and we feel the time is right to branch out into retail. IJL 2017 is the perfect place for this. With a proven track record of great success for many brands and being one of the largest jewellery shows in the UK, this is the place to be”, says Lucky Nwosu, Co-Founder and Creative Director or Franco Florenzi.

New from Poland is Bondarowski, created by artist goldsmiths Eliza and Krzysztof Konrad Bondaruk. Their jewellery stands out as being 100% handmade, unique pieces of art which have an international following. The uniqueness of the pieces lies not only in the perfection of its performance, but also in the surprising combination of materials and symbiosis of the latest technologies with traditional Polish craftsmanship. Both designers are members of the Association of Polish Artists of the District of the Warsaw Association of Gold Artists and the Amber Association of Gdańsk and often work with fashion designers promoting their amber jewellery pieces. Eliza Bondaruk comments: “London is one of the most important fashion and design capitals, and annual events such as IJL attracts distributors, gallery owners, fashion journalists and bloggers. Taking part at the show gives us the opportunity to promote our Bondarowski brand and showcase the exceptional design and workmanship of our jewellery.”.

The House of Gallants from Istanbul is a new exhibitor specialising in men’s accessories – designs draw on the sophisticated elegance of the British aristocracy with a twist of mythology. All the pieces are elegantly handcrafted with precious stones and metals, including 18 carat gold and silver, and features handmade leathers, organic materials and special cut stones.

Also making their debut at IJL is the eclectic DreamChoice Jewelry from Los Angeles. Created to reflect the wearer’s individual personality, using 18K gold and the highest VVS diamonds, emeralds, rubies and sapphires, as well as top of the line pearls and highly saturated rubellites. The finest craftsmanship ensures each piece is designed to make a unique personality statement. Collections to be unveiled at IJL include the new ‘Maa’ Collection in addition to ‘Sampradaya’, ‘East et West’ and ‘Eternity’ collections. Swapna Pinnamaneni, founder of DreamChoice Jewelry, explains: “As a new designer, for me IJL is the only show to be at to launch my brand as it offers excellent opportunities for exposure, networking and expansion.”

Leonori Gioielli is an Italian company showing for the first time at IJL. Founded in 1962 in a workshop near Florence, three generations of jewellers have now contributed to the unique style of Leonori. Today, a team of experienced goldsmiths, designers and gemmologists work together under the guidance of Agostino’s sons. Each piece is a handcrafted piece of art by Leonori’s masters who transform every jewel into an exquisite unique piece. At IJL they will be showing collections including The Secret Garden Collection, which draws on the transient beauty of flowers in the spring.

Bloch & Co from Belgium is another newcomer at IJL this year. Created by CML Jewelry, a 40-year old family business, this high-end fine jewellery collection symbolizes quality and perfection. They work exclusively with highly skilled craftsmen, goldsmiths and diamond setters. Bloch continually search for the highest-quality dazzling diamonds and beautiful coloured stones to include in their handmade pieces.

Invaluable Retail Solutions

For those looking for in store support, the Retail Solutions offer at this year’s show is a must visit, with specialist new exhibitors such as Laser SOS, suppliers of retrofit laser parts and consumables, and Kesslers International, the providers of merchandising display solutions that improve consumers’ in-store experience, build brand activation and ultimately drive product sales.

Kesslers International offer a complete 360° service. Kesslers will be demonstrating their creative expertise, particularly showing innovation in jewellery displays and bringing unique design ideas to the industry leaders at IJL 2017. Members of their creative design team will be on hand to suggest ideas directly to brands and answer questions.

First time exhibitor Innovare Design Limited is a retail design consultancy specialising in branded environments for the retail experience. They work collaboratively with retailers in the UK, Europe and internationally, and projects cover interior design, branding and graphic design for flagships, rollouts, independent stores, pop-ups, shop-in-shops, multi-brand and duty free environments. Lloyd Blakey, Founder & Creative Director of Innovare Design, comments: “We are very excited to be taking a stand as well as presenting at this year’s IJL show. As a new NAJ member we are keen to support the sector and IJL is the perfect platform for us to share our retail design know-how.”

Free registration for IJL is now open. Visit www.jewellerylondon.com/register to ensure you receive your Essential Guide to the show and badge in the post.

Notes to Editors

For more information about IJL 2017 please contact: Jennifer Hall-Thompson or Suzanna Hammond: +44 (0) 7770 802442 [email protected]

About International Jewellery London:

International Jewellery London is the UK’s leading trade event for the international jewellery industry. The event showcases the latest product ranges from over 550 high end, finished jewellery manufacturers, designers, loose gemstones, and retail services suppliers. IJL attracts an unparalleled range of jewellery focussed and pre-qualified buyers from 64 countries in an exclusive trading environment to do business, share knowledge and network in the heart of London, the UK’s style capital. Inspiring the industry for over 60 years, IJL showcases future industry trends, provides 100% free education and attracts an unrivalled selection of consumer and trade press.

IJL is sponsored by the NAJ and supported by the GIA, Gem-A, The Houlden Group, The Company of Master Jewellers, The Responsible Jewellery Council, Euromonitor and CIBJO.

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