Supermodel Farah Zulaikha is the face of the latest Nico & Adrian ad campaign
It seems as though the fashion world is in a frenzy over it's newest young fashionista-
Head designer Adrian Alicea is no stranger to supermodels, as an ex-supermodel he himself hails from the same members of the human race who have hit the genetic jackpot. A native of Puerto Rico, Alicea is a gifted designer, creative director, and photographer who has traveled the world extensively and has spent many years moving in the chic fashionista circles of Paris, Japan, Brazil and New York. He began his career as a dancer and international model for such designers and Thierry Mugler and Vivienne Westwood. His brooding good looks and killer runway walk made him a favorite amongst the fashion elite. That experience lead him to co-found the Nico and Adrian fashion house in 2001. The successful team's designs have been featured on the covers of Vogue Italia and Vogue Russia, among others. Their innovative and provocative creations have captured the attention of supermodels and Hollywood celebrities including Linda Evangelista, Patricia Velasquez, Omahyra, India Arie, Lil' Kim and Paris Hilton. With his infallible eye for beauty, it was more like destiny than a twist of fate that led Alicea to a chance introduction with the beautiful Farah Zulaikha by famed Hollywood makeup maven and mutual friend Mahealani Diego. Refusing to see any photos before meeting her in person, Alicea was floored by the socialite's exotic features and famous physical attributes. Alicea reportedly fit the entire collection to Farah Zulaikha's tiny frame as he dubbed her the "perfect human mannequin" and his "high fashion Barbie". Thus an exciting new collaboration was born: Farah Zulaikha for Nico & Adrian by Adrian Alicea.
Farah Zulaikha was handpicked by head designer Adrian Alicea to be the face behind the label's stunning new ad campaign which was shot by Alicea himself in true jet-setting socialite style in the penthouse terrace of the socialite's own luxury Manhattan apartment building. The "Falling In Love Collection" for Fall/Winter 2010 marks the solo launch of Mr. Alicea of the Nico and Adrian New York label. The distinctive ensembles incorporate the designer's original and edgy style in a fresh couture approach. The collection is inspired by the very essence of love and a wide variety of elements shine through: the designer's love of world travel, flashes of shades of red, pink and gold, animal prints and exotic furs, the sleek lines of modern architecture combined with the soft flowing movement of the fabrics of dance - from flamenco to ballet.
The new Nico & Adrian ads reflect a beautiful story in the making: ex-supermodel adopting a current supermodel/socialite. An exciting new line, with an even more exciting history behind it. The highly anticipated ads are set to appear later in 2010, with the sneak preview available now. If it is anything like what we have seen so far, it can be affirmed that Farah Zulaikha and Adrian Alicea are a designer/muse match made in heaven. The fashionistas of the world await more from this intriguing and talented pair.
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