#berite labelle

[mymilovesfashion]

[2023 year in review ~ Vogue Portugal #1]

FEB - Litay Marcus

MAR - Indya Moore, Sif Saga, Berite Labelle

APR - Ale Velasco, Anabela Belikava, Nuage Lepage, Steph Shiu

MAY - Colleen Heidemann, Adriana Čerňanová

JUN - Julie Hoomans, Matilde Buoso, Nkosazana Sibosi, Olivia Sang

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Berite Labelle photographed by An Le for Vogue Portugal April 2023

[geminicollisionworks]

Question! I’m having a moment of lost in fandom Life with Althaar and I forgot what characters are canonically queer, would y’all be able to tell me which ones are? I think John B was bi but I can’t remember is that was my own HC

Thank you amazing creators!!

No problem and thank YOU! Pardon the excessive answer but I wanted a few things clear and public...

John B is definitely bi, as has been obliquely yet firmly acknowledged a couple of times -- though Berit has some opinions on the accuracy of that or any other defined label in the landscape of Althaar. I think the only other character whose sexuality has been clearly mentioned as non-het was the odious Beaux Several -- but that's a bit complicated as while they chose to present as a cis male Human on the Fairgrounds, "he" was an alien shapeshifter, whose gender/sexuality probably can't be defined in our current terms. There are other background mentions -- the mothers of sisters Amber on the Bridge? and Ashlee! in Hydroponics; John B's friend who joined a polycule of farmers...

So... why not more?

Well, as far as we're concerned, there are more than what has, and will ever, be confirmed in the show. As Berit says, "we will NEVER make any character in the show canonically straight." And we have a hard time believing that most of our characters on the Fairgrounds -- those who have any interest in romance or sexuality -- have not been involved in non-het, hell, non-same-species affairs. As Berit puts it, "in a world where alienfucking is a thing, what specific flavors of Human anyone is into is hardly worthy of comment." Even the definitely "provincial" John B (as H.F. pretty accurately calls him) is not cishet, or hung-up.

The Althaariverse and Fairgrounds are very clearly by no means a Utopia. Great Jones, no! However, there are some happy advances on where Humans stand in the 21st Century, and the fading away of just about any sense of sex/gender binary or labelling of any kind is one of those. The irony being that as it is no longer worth mentioning to the characters, it doesn't get mentioned on the show. But we know. And we hope you do too.

One of the glories of the audio medium is in leaving space for the audience's minds to wander and finish the creation in their own ways. To do that, we can be specific in our minds but ambiguous in the show, so that even when things are unspoken, they are consistent. There's lots we know that will never come out on the show -- why Althaar chose masculine pronouns to refer to himself (a definite, not-entirely-informed choice, equally accurate and not); which two regular characters had a brief "offscreen" relationship that NO ONE would ever mention, least of all them, but still effects how they are written and played. And we aren't being coy or planning on pulling some kind of "[character] was GAY all the time!" retcon bullshit later on. We just prefer to build the world this way -- there's Canon, there's Lore, and there's Flavor; Life With Althaar works most of all to be flavorful.

Berit -- the Queer member of our partnership and marriage -- notes that they basically have an internal subroutine going in their head when they do the last edit of each script: "how can I de-heterosexualize this? and does this have to be a dude?" I (Ian), the big ol' cishet white guy in the marriage, who worries about whether he's doing enough for representation, keeps dropping in really obvious diversity mentions that Berit removes in the edit, saying (accurately) that I'm dragging it in by the ass and no one would actually bring these things up realistically in the dialogue of the Althaariverse.

So in the end, the real final cut is your individual headcanon, which is, as audience for Althaar, about as valid as our own. And we love to see the variants that others bring to it. Enjoy our creation; enjoy your own that spring from it.

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Balmain Hair apresenta tranças icônicas em uma grande campanha

JOANA ELISABETE Berite Labelle estrela a campanha Balmain Hair Savoir-Faire 2024. Foto de : Sebastian Faena A Balmain Hair assinala um marco na sua história com o lançamento da sua maior campanha até agora, intitulada Savoir-Faire, celebrando os 50 anos do legado da marca. Enfatizando a expertise e versatilidade da empresa de cuidados com os cabelos no atendimento a diversos tipos de…

[modelsof-color]

Berite Labelle by An Lee for Vogue Mexico May 2022

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Berite Labelle

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Berite Labelle by An Le

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Berite Labelle by An Le for Vogue Mexico Beauty April 2022

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things 2 note

This blog probably won't have icons unless I find my buddy and pal here an FC

Berit is. A little...odd. and a little off too. He's been through a lot and the way he was created...it wasn't pleasant, and he's overcompensating accordingly.

He often acts somewhat childish and playful, and on occasion also seems like he's flirting with everuone. There's reasons, but for the most part: label it coping.

He's not exactly a "good" person but he's very, very nice, and I sure as hell ain't judging him.

I will not be writing him in the form in his S rank. He is not comfortable with that form and I'm not comfortable with it for the same reasons as him.

there will be mentions of religion, mostly bc Berit poses as a priest. He hates the Catholic church. He's doing this for a reason.

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WITOLD (METEO founder) mix

WITOLD, founder of METEO prepared us a 30 minute fruity cocktail mix combining a great range of fruity sounds. It will premiere live on datafriuts.fm this Friday! While you get ready to listen to the mix, check out this short interview where I try to get the goos on this France/Switzerland based label/media site.

what is METEO and how did you start it?

METEO is a Geneva-based (primarily culture-based) information site created by journalist, producer and creative Witold Langlois in September 2016. Witold Langlois defines METEO as "a creative webmedia with variable geometry whose coherence resides through exposure and exploration of my passions ". Its various sections are hosted on the appropriate social networks (Soundcloud, Mixcloud, Tumblr, Instagram, YouTube and Facebook). Its content although very oriented to the current music also addresses cultural themes such as comics, japanese cartoons, fashion. Current societal issues are approached from a cultural perspective. Its editorial team is disseminated voluntarily in the 4 corners of France and French-speaking Switzerland. METEO is a creative and arty webmedia and constantly involves many emerging (or confirmed) talents to participate in its visual and sound dressings. METEO, in addition to its editorial content, produces its own projects and artistic creations. Many evenings are organized throughout the year to promote the new Francophone music scene (Various bars and clubs, La Bâtie Festival 2017, Montreux Jazz Festival 2018 ...). What kind of music is on the compilation?

METEO DIC PROJECT is a compilation of some of the most interesting new producers of Francophone hybrid electronic music scenes (sometimes called post-internet for some (Moesha 13, MORSE) or Berite club music for others (Sunareht, De Grandi, Birol , Violeta West)) around unpublished remixes of credits and themes of cult animated series produced by the DIC (Diffusion Information Communication) of Jean Chalopin in the 80s. A great meeting between 2 pop-futuristic generations belonging to 2 different epochs. Dancefloors, experimental or contemplative, the pieces of the METEO DIC PROJECT form a true artistic coherence that pay tribute to the ten years of the end of the "acronym" D.I.C.

Tell us about the mix you prepared for datafruits.

I love Datafruits and have been listening to this webradio for a long time. My mix for you is a kind of big party cocktail with varied tastes, quiet and dancing summer bursts. A bit of France, Anglo-Saxon sounds and Japan (with Ken-U's mash-up)! As I used to do in my mixes for more than 10 years, I like to mix novelties and so-called "serious" music with old or current ultra pop references. I am having fun dancing people on unknown titles and global successes. With me the underground meets MTV and the boulevard clips of the 90s of M6 ... It's a little messy sorry hahaha but listen, you'll see it tastes great!

Anything else you'd like to say or shoutout?

The best djsets are the most uncomplete, the least monotonous. These are the ones that we directly detect the pleasure that took the DJ in realizing. I am a cultural journalist and crazy about music. Mixing and discovering sounds for informational purposes is cool but it's the composition, the narration that makes the difference. Since very young, I started my mixes on K7 at the age of 6, then, teenager on MK2 Technics. The discovery of the Pioneer turntables was a revelation, a comfort ! It’s finish, no need to fight to stall his vinyls ! Pffiuu. I think that never using the SYNC function on Pioneer decks at all is like putting yourself in « manual-mode » on a Smart. WTF… Kiss Data F !

Mix will air on: 07/20 - 06:00 PST - 09:00 EST - 14:00 UK - 22:00 日本 http://www.datafruits.fm/shows/367075

Here are the goos addresses :

https://www.instagram.com/meteo/

https://meteooooo.tumblr.com

https://www.facebook.com/meteo0o0o/

https://soundcloud.com/meteo0o0

https://www.mixcloud.com/M_E_T_E_O/

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  FASHION CREDITS: LADY GAGA BY PHILIPP RATHMER

Lady Gaga was photographed by Philipp Rathmer for “OK!” magazine back in 2009. The photoshoot took place at Cocoon Club in Frankfurt on February 11th. 

She was styled by Janina Krinke and her hair and make up was done by Tobias Sagner. Mostly only German labels were used for this project.

Gaga’s first look comprises a sleeveless black structured paneled sheath dress with lantern skirt from Acne Studios Spring/Summer 2009 collection that she paired with black cut-out detail leather leggings from German emerging label By Malene Birger’s Spring/Summer 2009 collection. 

She also rocked a red origami belt from the Joop! Spring/Summer 2009 collection.

Her white platform peep-toe pumps with golden metallic heel are by Dsquared².

For the next look, the Italian-American entertainer is seen rocking a white & gold heavily beaded silk crop top with pleated black high-waisted pants in black wool from the Kaviar Gauche Spring/Summer 2009 collection.

The look was accessorized with the Glam Rock chain-embellished nappa leather gloves with red fleece lining from the Fall/Winter 2008 collection of German accessory brand Roeckl.

Her black sculptural Kiraro wedge heels from Celine’s Spring/Summer 2009 “Rossimoda” collection.

Here, Lady Gaga is wearing two Berlin-based designers. The white mini dress with armor-like short lantern sleeves and leather piping is from Penkov’s Spring/Summer 2009 collection...

...which she paired with a crystal-embellished star-shaped Berit headpiece by Fiona Bennett.

My favorite look of the entire shoot. Gaga’s cropped jacket entirely made out of purple satin snap button flap pockets comes from Frankie Morello’s Spring/Summer 2009 collection. 

Underneath she rocks a black swimsuit by American Apparel and a belt from By Malene Birger.

Her bi-colored open finger driving gloves in blush & granite are signed by Roeckl as well.

Everything in this look is Spring/Summer 2009. We’re starting off with a combination of the iridescent top embellished with glow-in-the-dark feathers and matching skirt from Munich-based label Talbot Runhof’s “Living Well is the Best Revenge” collection, inspired by the French Riviera of the 1920s.

She paired a large Celine lucite bangle with gold bangles by Frankie Morello.

The look was styled with wooden and gold metallic heels by Gucci.

The final look consists out of a red jacket from By Malene Birger’s Spring/Summer 2009 collection and a black sleeveless jumpsuit with fitted waist by Modström.

Here she wears a multicolored version of the Celine Kiraro graffiti print heels. Tell me you aren’t obsessed with these!

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Cinema as Resistance: Women Who Speak Out Through Film

Published on February 3, 2017 by Sabrina Luppi

It feels like a lot of people are finally beginning to recognize the problems with our society and government that many communities within America have been fighting against since it was founded. Government and big business “overlooking” treaty rights and general public interest for the sake of profit is not new. Police brutality, especially as it affects communities of color, is not new. Misogyny, racism, classism, homophobia and general unfounded hatred of “the other” have been curses on humanity for as far back as our records go.

The actions of our government and other oppressive systems over the past… well, honestly forever have been motivating communities and leaders to mobilize for just as long. If the actions of our new administration regime have just recently begun to mobilize you, you are (clearly) not alone. The uprising that is taking place nationwide is powerful, and we have to keep it up.

While marching, contacting representatives and general civil disobedience have proven to be powerful tools of resistance. I think it’s useful to also recognize the impact that cinema can have in educating and inspiring movements. From fictional narratives that serve as metaphors for our society to documentaries that bring to light the perspectives we weren’t exposed to in school, films have been known to help us see things more clearly. [Side note: this just reminded me of one of my favorite quotes, “There is no better way to exercise consciousness than movie-watching, a recursive, reflexive mirroring loop that reveals us to ourselves.” - Jason Silva].

So this week I wanted to share with you some films made by women that express female perspectives on social and political environments. Some of these directors documented movements, some tell the stories of activist leaders, and some told fictional stories of powerful female characters. Maybe this will inspire you to create some art of your own or to support the people who are already working on projects like these. Either way, the act of listening to and sharing non-hegemonic perspectives is itself an act of resistance.

Daisies (1966) Directed by Vera Chytilová Vera was no stranger to censorship in her country of Czechoslovakia. Her graduate film, The Ceiling (1962) was about empty materialism and exploitation in the fashion industry and prompted an audience member to proclaim that, “Such a film should not be made…”. Daisies was so shocking to the government that they banned it from theaters.

The Watermelon Woman (1996) Directed by Cheryl Dunye

Dunye’s term for her original genre that combines real-life with recreations and real people with actors is ‘Dunyementary’. The Watermelon Woman falls into this category. The film follows Dunye’s journey in creating a documentary on a 1930s actress known as The Watermelon Woman. On the way she uncovers and explores some of the important contributions African Americans made to cinema while also expressing her perspective as a black, lesbian filmmaker.

Daring to Resist: Three Women Face the Holocaust (1999) Directed by Martha Goell Lubell and Barbara Attie

This documentary, produced by National Geographic, tells the stories of three women who, as teenagers in 3 Nazi-occupied countries, resisted the round-ups of their Jewish communities. They did everything from distributing resistance newspapers to leading underground groups that smuggled Jews across the border.

The Fifth Reaction (2003) Vakonesh Panjom Directed by Tahmineh Milani

Milani’s film aims to empower women to fight for their rights in its examination of a female’s role in a patriarchal society. Main character Fereshteh faces sexism and injustice following the accidental death of her husband. She loses her home and her children but tries to fight back with the help of supportive women.

Chisholm ’72: Unbought and Unbossed (2004) Directed by Shola Lynch

Lynch’s film follows the career of Shirley Chisholm, the first black congresswoman in America who also ran for president in 1972. The documentary chronicles not only Shirley’s story but also the impact she had as she fought for equality and promoted public engagement in politics.

Trudell (2005) Directed by Heather Rae

This documentary tells the story of Native American poet, activist, and leader of the American Indian Movement, John Trudell. Due to the unmitigated erasure Native Americans have faced this film brings much-needed attention to the resistance that has been ongoing on our continent for centuries.

Pray the Devil Back to Hell (2008) Directed by Gini Reticker

Reticker’s documentary shows the power of women joining together in non-violent protest. As civil war ravaged Liberia, Christian and Muslim women gathered separately to organize for peace. Eventually, the groups, including Nobel Peace Prize winner Leymah Gbowee, banded together and successfully resisted.

Last Call at the Oasis (2011) Directed by Jessica Yu

Multiple sources are now reporting that water may become unaffordable within the next five years. This is one big issue that the #NoDAPL water protectors are trying to educate us about (s/o to treaty rights, but that’s another story). Jessica Yu was one of the people trying to warn us all years ago with this documentary on the global water crisis.

A Red Girl’s Reasoning (2012) Directed by Elle-Máijá Tailfeathers

Tailfeathers created this film in response to Canada’s increasing rates of missing and murdered Indigenous women. This is not just a Canadian issue, a study released by the DOJ in May 2016 found that of the 2000 Alaskan and Native American women surveyed 84% had experienced violence. Tailfeather’s film fights back with the story of an ass-kicking Indigenous woman who takes on the attackers of other women.

American Revolutionary: The Evolution of Grace Lee Boggs (2013) Directed by Grace Lee

While filming another project in which filmmaker Grace Lee interviewed other women named Grace Lee from various backgrounds, Lee met Boggs and decided her story warranted a whole documentary of its own. It’s the story of a Chinese-American activist and philosopher who was part of the civil rights and Black Power movements.

Free Angela and All Political Prisoners (2013) Directed by Shola Lynch

Shola returns to the list with the story of another incredible activist, Angela Davis. Angela’s influence is still at work today as she continues to educate packed crowds, including a speech at the Women’s March. Her story isn’t over, but this documentary details some of the astonishing events that contributed to her worldwide recognition today.

Ukraine Is Not a Brothel (2013) Directed by Kitty Green

Green’s documentary focuses on FEMEN, the feminist activist group from Ukraine, who she followed for over a year. The group is known around the world for organizing topless protests in defense of women’s rights which were met with harassment and arrests.

Dangerous Acts Starring the Unstable Elements of Belarus (2013) Directed by Madeleine Sackler

Sackler’s story, created with smuggled footage, describes the level of censorship artists in the country face and chronicles the resistance movement. She follows the members of the Belarus Free Theater, who face imprisonment or worse as they stage underground performances that examine ‘taboo’ topics like sexual orientation and suicide.

Scheherazade’s Diary (2013) Directed by Zeina Daccache

“Scheherazade in Baabda,”is a drama/theater therapy project for female inmates in Lebanon. Daccache documented their 10-month program, leading to a play in front of an audience at the prison. The women, labeled as criminals, share their stories of abuse, trauma, and deprivation. The film reflects the failures of all oppressive societies that lead victims to crime.

Sepideh (2013) Directed by Berit Madsen

At 16, Sepideh is already passionate about astronomy and dreams of floating in space. As a young woman in Iran, her family’s expectations and traditions clash with her goals. Madsen followed Sepideh for two years documenting her struggle, ambition, and major life-changing moments.

A Quiet Inquisition (2014) Directed by Alessandra Zeka and Holen Sabrina Kahn

Even the trailer for this documentary, which follows OBGYN Dr. Carla Cerrato in Nicaragua, is an important message regarding the dangers that regulating women’s bodies impose on us. Stories like these emphasize the NECESSITY of pro-choice legislature to protect the right of women to make their own decisions. With so much negative propaganda surrounding Planned Parenthood and what it means to be pro-choice, these stories are important in educating people about the reality of the situation.

The Supreme Price (2014) Directed by Joanna Lipper

Lipper follows Hafsat Abiola, who became determined to make sure her parents’ pro-democracy message would be heard after her father’s presidential victory was annulled and her mother was assassinated. “If what they were hoping to do is silence the voices of Nigeria’s women who are demanding change, I would make sure that my mother’s voice was not made silent by even one day.”

Portrait of an Indigenous Woman (2015) Directed by Caroline Monnet

Ten women try to define what it means to be an Indigenous woman. In a March 2016 interview, Monnet said, “I think, as filmmakers, that’s our power — to make the stories that we want to tell and that we feel important to tell.” I wholeheartedly agree. As audiences, our power is in seeking perspectives that society has attempted again and again to drown out.

13th (2016) Directed by Ava DuVernay

DuVernay’s documentary gained a lot of attention this year for answering the question: did the 13th amendment really end slavery? Ava presents the strong argument, supported by what she described in an NPR interview as “nuanced knowledge”, that slavery continues today under the guise of mass incarceration. This is an immediate must-watch if you haven’t already.

We Can’t Make the Same Mistake Twice (2016) Directed by Alanis Obomsawin

Obomsawin is known for her documentaries on the Canadian government’s neglect of First Nations communities. Her latest follows the complaint filed by activist groups led by Cindy Blackstock which claimed that the government was discriminating against First Nations communities via inadequate funding of services for Indigenous children.

This is by no means an extensive list. I encourage everyone to actively seek out films and stories about issues that interest you. There are PLENTY. As intersectional feminists, we must also be committed to educating ourselves and others about the problems that don’t directly affect us. People all over the world are trying to get out important messages through film. Keep in mind the value of supporting their cause either by sharing/promoting, contributing financially or even seeking a cast or crew role. And feel free to add to the list in the comments!

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