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FROM THE EDITOR
Greetings from the BR HQ!
If you’re reading this, then you’re getting ready to read the newest edition of Boheme
Royale Magazine, previously known as BOHEMIA
MAGAZINE! The magazine has undergone some
modifications, and is ready for the world
to see and read! In each issue now you’ll be exposed to the best bloggers, brands and
artist, all in one virtual zine with hand
drawn and unique flares added here and there
( like our cover )!
I’m very excited for you all to see this
issue, as always it’s filled with inspirational souls from many places! Even if it is a tad
bit on the short side this time, I hope you
will continue to join us in this journey to
inspire and aspire!
Love & Light, Stephanie ( your Editor )
and
Sonny ( my chunky, yet adorable sidekick )
TABLE OF CONTENTS
003. from the editor
006. editor picks
008. interview: Black Salt
011. brand feature: Black Salt
030. blogger feature: Sera Brand, Stardust Bohemian
043. artist feature: Talia Migliaccio
055. shopping list
057. featured reader
058. for the Mustangs
EDITOR PICKS
THE CALM BEFORE THE
STORM ◁◦❇◦▷
soft blue hues, calming silvers and charming embroidered details are
the perfect gateway to a daydream of Spring.
The Hendrix Stack •
Child of Wild
Madden Girl Raceyyy Heel • Lulu’s
Hmong Pillow Case • BohoPillow Tropical Hair
Care •
Lani
Crux Rainbow Moonstone Ring , Majestic Rainbow Moonstone Ring
• Dixi
having just started their journey in 2015, this collaborative brand is already
making a name for itself by teaming up with some of the hottest indie artist
around and turning their prints and doodles into wearable art!
I N T E R V I E W•
◦⊱BOHEME ROYALE: So Lauren, tell us about yourself and about Black Salt™?
◦⊱LAUREN: I was born and raised in Orange County, California. I went to college at the
University of Colorado at Boulder, and I’ve been traveling around Europe basically since I
graduated from college. When I got back from Europe, I had a “now what” moment, and
that’s when we started playing around with the idea of Black Salt. I’ve always loved art and
fashion, and Black Salt seemed like a perfect way to combine the two.
Black Salt is a collaborative label that puts the artist first. We find artists we love, collaborate
with them on graphics for our pieces, and create wearable art for our customers. What makes
us different is that we celebrate our artists; we put a face and name to each tee or tank that we
create. We think the people behind the graphics need to be recognized and appreciated for
their talent. In doing so, we’re building a fun, creative family that will help one another
continue to grow and innovate over time.
◦⊱BR: The name is so unique, does it have any connection with the black salt used in rituals
to banish negative energies and jinxes?
◦⊱LS: I wish I could say that we were inspired by something specific that brought about the
name, but honestly, we just threw around different brand names we liked for awhile until
Black Salt ultimately stuck with us.
◦⊱BR: What was your inspiration behind the brand, and what continues to be an inspiration to
this day?
◦⊱LS: I’ve always had a major appreciation for art and wondered about the artists behind
some of my favorite graphic tees, so I thought it’d be fun to put together a brand that
celebrates artistic talent. I love that our artists are recognized and part of our team, so they’re
the people that continue to inspire me. There are so many insanely talented people all over the
world, and I think it’s fun to give them another platform to show off their work.
◦⊱BR: Black Salt™ as a brand isn't very old, but already you're collaboratively dishing out so
many cool designs, do things ever get almost too hectic?
◦⊱LS: We just officially launched a little over a month ago, so things have definitely been
pretty hectic. I have a great team though, and we thrive when things are chaotic. We’ve gotten
great feedback so far, so it makes the chaos tons of fun!
◦⊱BR: Your first collection and lookbook, "Fate & Fortune" debuted not too long ago. What
◦⊱BR: Your first collection and lookbook, "Fate & Fortune" debuted not too long ago.
What was the process behind that and storyline?
◦⊱LS: We’re really into the boho trend right now, but we wanted to throw our own twist on
it by making everything black and white. There are so many beautiful, vibrant pieces out
there right now, so there’s always room for a black and white piece to layer with those
louder statement pieces. Plus, we’re definitely into the effortless, jeans and tee look; and we
think our tees and tanks make for an easy, put-together look.
◦⊱BR: What's it like to work with amazing artist like Betty, Brianne and Honey, and being
able to share their work via wearable canvases?
◦⊱LS: Working with the artists is everything. They are all so unbelievably talented and
sweet; we could not have launched with a better group of artists. They’re really the
foundation of everything we’re doing.
◦⊱BR: If you could work with any designer, model or photographer out there, who would it
be and why?
◦⊱LS: We are inspired by so many people; it’s hard to pick one person! We love Nate
Brown and Virgil Abloh as overall creatives. Although our aesthetic is different than what
they typically work with, we think they could do some insane things with Black Salt.
They’re so innovative it’s inspiring.
◦⊱BR: Where do you see yourself and Black Salt™ in 5 years? What do you hope to have
established by then?
◦⊱LS: I see Black Salt as more of a club of creatives in five years. Right now, we’re really
trying to get a lot of people involved whether it’s bloggers, models, artists, photographers,
etc. We want it to be a collaborative label, where a group of creative people can feed off of
one another and design awesome clothing. It’s so much fun when a lot of people can feel as
though the brand is their own because they have truly contributed. I’m hopeful that by then
we will have expanded into a head-to-toe brand, making outerwear, jeans, etc.
◦⊱BR: Outside of being a busy business woman, what are some things you like to do to
unwind and relax?
◦⊱LS: I’m honestly a big homebody. I love to be home with my dogs, in sweats, with a
topknot. To me, that’s the ultimate way to unwind. I also love brunching with my friends;
they’re always the biggest breath of fresh air when I need it. Working out never hurts,
either!
◦⊱BR: And last but not least, do you have any advice for someone wanting to start their
own brand?
◦⊱LS: I think the best advice is to just DO it. Stop trying to plan for things that haven’t
happened yet, stop letting other people belittle what you’re trying to do, stop worrying
about what others will think, stop waiting for the “perfect time,” and DO what you want to
do. It’s the hardest step to take. Everything else you can deal with as it comes. You’ll
learn as you go, and make necessary tweaks and changes for improvement along the way,
but you’ll never get anywhere if you don’t start. Also, work your ass off. No one can ever
knock hard work, and it goes a long way. If you work harder than everyone else, you will
find a way to be successful.
Advertise with us! j
ramblin boheme
HAILING FROM THE BEAUTIFUL STATE OF HAWAII, AND CURRENTLY LIVING IN THE
SUNNY –and now sometimes snowy- CITY OF L.A., BOHEMIAN MAVEN SERA BRAND IS
ALL ABOUT EXPRESSING HERSELF, FROM HER PASTEL LOCKS, TO HER ECLECTIC
BOHEMIAN STYLE. THIS ALL MAKING HER BLOG NAME, STARDUST BOHEMIAN,
ALLTHE MORE FITTING TO THIS 23-YEAR-OLD SHOW STOPPER.
“ be humble, for you are made of Earth,and be noble for you are made of Stars.”
WX - serbian proverb
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⇝shopping list⇜
see something you like? perfect, because we have pretty much everything you need right now!
⋙ B R A N D F E A T U R E, PG. 10 - 27 ALL APPAREL ITEMS SHOWN, INCLUDING COVER IMAGE, ARE AVAILABLE NOW ON
THE BLACK SALT WEBSHOP!
⋙ B L O G G E R F E A T U R E / c o v e r, PG. 30 • Slip Dress // Free People
• Sunnies // Free People • Hat // Lack of Color AUS • Armband // Free People
⋙ B L O G G E R F E A T U R E, PG. 32 • Crochet 2-piece // StyleMoi , $44.99 USD
• Faux Fur Jacket // StyleMoi , $64.99 USD • Sunglasses // Free People • Hat // Lack of Color AUS • Booties // Forever 21 ⋙ B L O G G E R F E A T U R S E, PG. 34 • Maxi Dress // Jolly Chic , $23.99 USD • Burgundy Duster // PYLO , $64.00 USD • Cage Cuff // PYLO • Hat // Lack of Color AUS • Flower Crown // @GypsyDayDream_ on Instagram • Boots // Etsy ⋙ B L O G G E R F E A T U R E, PG. 36 • Nicole Chiffon Romper // Missguided , $44.00 USD • Kate Faux Suede Boots // Missguided , $76.00 USD • Hat // Nastygal • Sunnies // Free People • Dreamweaver Bag in Black Leather // Spell & the Gypsy Collective
⋙ B L O G G E R F E A T U R E, PG. 38 • Dress // Zealotries • Vest // Wild Cat Vintage ( eBay ) • Boots // Etsy • Hat // Lack of Color AUS • Dreamweaver Bag in Black Leather // Spell & the Gypsy Collective
⋙ B L O G G E R F E A T U R E, PG. 40 • Dress // Motel Rocks • Lace Duster // Sera’s own • Amethyst Necklace // Red Loon Studio • Moon Necklace // Artefacts Collection • Tri-Stone Rings // Artefacts Collection • Socks // Urban Outfitters • Hat // Lack of Color AUS • Booties // Forever 21
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