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P H OTO G R A P H Y © PA R I D U KOV I C ( N E W YO R K C I T Y B A L L E T ); A L B E R T B U S E K , 1967 ( A R N O L D); I VA N E R I K (M E S TO U R ); VO LVO C A R CO R P O R AT I O N . U S E D W I T H P E R M I S S I O N F R O M VO LVO C A R CO R P O R AT I O N; © 2 0 23 S L I M A A R O N S/G E T T Y I M AG E S MATTER OF STYLE AVEDON 100 (RIZZOLI) A celebration of Richard Avedon's enduring influence on photography and on visual culture worldwide. LOUIS VUITTON YAYOI KUSAMA (RIZZOLI) Louis Vuitton and artist Yayoi Kusama team up for the most ambitious partnership to date. culture A CUT ABOVE Who has had the greatest impact on your career, and why? Throughout my career I have had mentors at different stages who have taught me a lot, including Luigi Murenu with his perfectionism and technical skills. He provides me with guidance, support, and advice to achieve my goals and reach my fullest potential as a hairstylist. Do you have any daily rituals? My daily routine always starts with my hair. My curls need a little extra attention so I start with taking care of and styling my hair. I use the Balmain leave-in conditioner spray, and mix in our Curl Cream. I always finish my hair with a hero product: the Texturizing Volume spray. What is the biggest misconception about hair? Any other hair myths to debunk? One of the biggest misconceptions about hair is that it can repair itself. Once the hair is damaged, it cannot fully repair itself—you need the right treatments that can help improve the appearance and health of damaged hair. Another hair myth is that trimming your hair frequently makes it grow faster. In truth, trimming your hair only helps to prevent split ends and breakage, which can make your hair look and feel healthier, but it does not actually affect the rate at which your hair grows. Ilham Mestour, Balmain Hair Couture's artistic director, is one of the most visionary stylists in the industry. Here, she shares the secrets behind her sought-after tresses, shouts out her mentors, and debunks some myths about good hair. What would fall book recommendations be without the luscious illustrated books that we're known for? Here is a roundup of the most sumptuous. BY MITCHELL K APL AN PAGE-Turners SLIM AARONS: THE ESSENTIAL COLLECTION (ABRAMS) The ultimate and most comprehensive collection of Aarons's photography ever released, featuring more than 100 previously unpublished images. NEW YORK CITY BALLET: CHOREOGRAPHY & COUTURE (RIZZOLI) An in-depth look at the NYCB's Fall Fashion Gala, where nearly 30 designer and choreographer collaborations have premiered. ARNOLD (TASCHEN) This photographic homage to Arnold Schwarzenegger traces his journey from poverty to Mr. Olympia, to movie star, and to the Governor's mansion in California. LATIN AMERICAN ARTISTS: FROM 1785 TO NOW (PHAIDON) An essential survey showcasing the work of more than 300 modern and contemporary artists born or based in Latin America. THE ATLAS OF CAR DESIGN: THE WORLD'S MOST ICONIC CARS (PHAIDON) A groundbreaking survey of more than 650 of the most exceptional cars. Count Filippo Theodoli's Magnum speedboat docking at Il Pellicano, Porto Ercole, 1973, by Slim Aarons Costume design by Humberto Leon for Kenzo for the New York City Ballet All titles available at Books & Books 74 BAL HARBOUR 74 BAL HARBOUR

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