Pebble Zine: Lucy Cait

These photos are from a casual shoot with musician Lucy Cait, following her interview with Pebble Zine's music editor, Sally Rose McCormack. You can read the full feature on pages 80-81. This has been my final edition of the magazine as deputy editor, however I am certain I will continue to contribute where I can.

Eight press days and a polaroid picture

Press days are opportunities for the media to see the collections they didn't see at Fashion Week, or those which didn't feature. Myself and Tazz, Pebble Zine's fashion editor, spent a whole day in London yesterday, where we attended a total of eight press days, including Superdry, Liberty, and Trace Publicity.

I don't know whether it is a curse or a blessing that virtually all the press events fell on the very same date, nevertheless it was exciting to see both the trends and unique differences between the designers and fashion labels showcasing throughout the capital. Regrettably, this did involve a lot of walking, too many stairs, plus back-and-forth journeys on the Piccadilly Line, but at least we could recuperate at each event with feasts of canapes and cupcakes. Dinner was off the cards that night.

Pebble Zine, Issue 4

I am very pleased with how far Pebble Zine has progressed since its September début. The magazine is being noticed by more and more independent brands and businesses, who are eager to be featured. From my own perspective, it was delightful to hear that the independent designers at Wolf & Badger were familiar with the publication. And people who I met at London Fashion Week are keen to be involved.

This fourth issue of Pebble Zine is our 'unseen' edition, in which we focus on the ideas of exploration, alternate perspectives, and re-discovery. Highlights include Sam Thomson's feature on urban exploration (p.31), Lulu Liu spring/summer shoot by Estefania Aviles (p.58), Swim Deep interview by Rosie Lord (p.118), and vegetarian recipes from lifestyle editor Georgia Scarr (p.154).

I hope you enjoy reading through the new issue. Once again, if you have any positive or critical feedback, or you would like to contribute to the magazine, please get in touch. Equally, if you represent an independent brand or business and would like to advertise in our summer issue, you can e-mail me at unlimitedbyjk@yahoo.co.uk.We offer affordable rates for full page advertising.

Pebble Zine, Issue 3

Xmas holidays at home, work placements and Miami have meant I have had very little time in Bournemouth to work on the new edition of Pebble Zine. But the team have done me proud with an even stronger issue than the previous.

Alongside the magazine's traditional album reviews, fashion trends and food porn, this new issue features - among many other wondrous things - an interview with 'Ruby and the Ribcage', photographs from San Francisco, and a sportswear-inspired fashion shoot by the young and talented Saskia Lawson.

We also feature our coverage from the recent London Collections: Men, including an interview with À La Disposition's Daniel Kinne, with whom we discussed the fashion label's movement between striking womenswear and its equally creative, début menswear collection. Likewise, fashion editor Tazz Gault reports on our favourite designers from the three-day showcase: Jenny Schwarz, Orschel-Read, and Hentsch Man.

I could not be happier with our third issue. In particular, I am extremely pleased with the many unique illustrations that grace its pages throughout. Have a read, find as many as you can, and let us know which ones you like.

Pebble Zine, Issue 2

The début issue of Pebble Zine was a hearty success, attracting more than 2,000 readers. The positive comments, including those from my blog subscribers, meant so much to the team and I, and it spurred us on to make the next edition even better.

Clockwise from top left: Culture Jodie Packwood, Fashion Tash Salmon & Lauren Anthony,
Beauty Sophie Crockett, Features Hannah Smithson, Lifestyle Briana Millett.

For this new December/January edition, we have reduced the number of pages from 240 to 186, for a more manageable read. In contrast, our team has grown to incorporate more writers, designers, photographers and marketers. We have also included clear title pages to distinguish each magazine section, and used fewer typfaces for a more consistent style throughout the publication.

Highlights of this issue include interviews with musicians Benjamin Francis Leftwich and Ryan Keen, independent designer Jennifer Morris, and also the valiant Scott Westwood, the man who walked the length of Britain without food or money.

Furthermore, in keeping with this issue's theme of 'brothers and sisters', we also discuss the winning partnerships of famed film-makers, the Coen brothers, and twin fashion designers, 'Spijkers en Spijkers'. And since it is December, we have thrown in some Christmassy treats too.

If you fancy contributing to Pebble Zine, or if you would like to advertise in our February/March issue, please do contact us. We would love to hear from you.

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Pebble Zine natural beauty shoot

The final photo shoot of Pebble Zine's October/November issue maintains a focus on natural beauty. Black and white photographs draw attention to the finer details of each individual's face, such as freckles, facial hair and jawline. The following portraits are my personal cut from the full shoot. The published editorial can be found on pages 220-231.

Pebble Zine, Issue 1

The debut issue of Pebble is finally here, and I could not be prouder. Since I was approached to be deputy editor back in May, there has been a mixed bag of emotions, from excitement to anxiety, but months of hard work saw us publish the first issue of a brand new webzine, for which you can find a copy below.

Culture editor Nick Reilly, Features editor Joshua Saunders, Fashion editor Tazz Gault,
Beauty editor Beth price, Lifestyle editor Georgia Scarr, Music editor Sally Rose McCormack.

My published contributions to the magazine are mostly photographic, including a London Fashion Week street style feature on pages 49-61, our lingerie shoot on pages 74-87, and a natural beauty shoot on pages 220-231. But of course, do have a read through the whole magazine! We have plenty of pages in which to immerse yourself.

Our next issue will be published in two months. If you represent an independent and/or emerging brand, and you would like to advertise or even be featured in the magazine, do get in touch. All relevant contact details can be found at www.pebblezine.com.

Philippa Long A/W 12 Preview

Interview to feature in Pebble Zine.

"[I want] to try to encourage people to invest in pieces that are a part of their heritage."

The other week, myself and fellow BAMMJ Tazz Gault interviewed fashion designer Philippa Long at her A/W 12 preview evening in Notting Hill. The interview will feature
in a new and upcoming publication 'Pebble Zine', which will be officially launched Sunday 30th September. Do not miss it!

The photo above is a sneak peek at Philippa Long's new collection. Tazz fell absolutely in love with this particular blouse, made with sheer fabric and a velvet collar. Other pieces incorporate an African-inspired pattern in wintry nuances of deep red and muddy purple, akin to the colours of mulled wine. The collection will be available at Wolf & Badger.

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