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In the world of luxury, where innovation, artistry, and cultural influence shape the future of modern lifestyle, true exclusivity goes far beyond material indulgence.
Luxury today is about vision.
It is about experiences that inspire, personalities that redefine industries, and ideas that leave a lasting cultural impact.
At TheGlam Luxury Lifestyle Magazine, we do more than showcase the latest in fashion, beauty, cinema, and luxury living.
We celebrate the people, movements, and creative revolutions shaping the world around us.
Our mission is to spotlight stories of ambition, transformation, and modern glamour — from the cinematic masterpieces redefining contemporary entertainment to the new generation of beauty, aesthetics, and international influence.
This issue invites readers into the captivating universe of New Era of Cinema, exploring some of the most talked-about films of the year, the extraordinary productions behind record-breaking budgets, and the artistic vision redefining modern storytelling on a global scale.
Beyond the world of cinema, this edition also celebrates the elegance, discipline, and influence behind international beauty pageants and the inspiring women who embody today’s definition of confidence, femininity, and global sophistication — including the remarkable journey of Mrs. Universe finalists and beauty queens shaping contemporary culture.
At the same time, we explore one of the fastest-growing phenomena in global luxury lifestyle: the rise of Turkish aesthetic medicine and advanced beauty technologies. From innovative anti-aging solutions to the new philosophy of natural aesthetics, Turkey continues to establish itself as an international destination where luxury, science, and beauty converge.
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BEFORE THE CROWN BECOMES THE STORY
At just 25, Isidora Ranković, Mrs. Universe Monaco 2026, stands among the youngest women to carry one of the world’s most visible titles — with a clarity that goes far beyond her age. What sets her apart is not only discipline or preparation, but a rare understanding that true presence is built from within, not projected from the outside. As she steps toward the international stage, she speaks not of perfection, but of alignment, purpose, and the responsibility that comes with being seen. Her ambition is not performative — it is structured, intentional, and anchored in causes that matter, from domestic violence awareness to environmental protection. In a world still defined by appearances, she is shaping a narrative that insists on something deeper: that who you are will always outlast how you are seen.
Right now, you stand at a very precise intersection between who you’ve been and who you’re about to become. How would you define yourself in this exact moment, before the global stage reshapes the narrative?
Right now, I feel deeply aligned with myself. I’m not trying to separate who I was from who I’m becoming I see it as one continuous narrative. Everything I’ve lived through has shaped me, but it doesn’t define my limits.
There’s a quiet confidence in this moment. Not because everything is fully formed, but because I know who I am
when everything is still. And before the world adds its own narrative, that inner clarity is what matters most to me.
You’re preparing not just for a competition, but for a global conversation. What version of yourself are you consciously building ahead of Miss Universe 2026?
I’m building a version of myself that feels real above all else not perfect, not idealized, but grounded and self-aware.
I understand the responsibility that comes with a global platform, and I want to communicate with
clarity, purpose, and respect. At the same time, I refuse to lose softness, intuition, or authenticity in the process.
If there’s one thing I’m consciously shaping, it’s balance between strength and sensitivity, presence and reflection. Because that’s what people truly connect with.
There’s a difference between wanting a title and being ready to embody it. What does “readiness” look like for you at this stage?
Wanting something and being ready to embody it are two very different things. Everyone can desire a title but the real question is: how much are you willing to invest in becoming the person who deserves it?
For me, readiness is a mindset. It’s not about appearance alone it’s about values, discipline, and the way you carry yourself when no one is watching.
My preparation is layered. Artistically, I’m working closely with my colorist to develop a visual language that will guide my designer’s silhouettes and palette.
Physically, I follow a structured program training, runway coaching, and a disciplined nutritional approach.
But beyond that, I’m deeply committed to causes that matter to me particularly domestic violence awareness and the protection of marine ecosystems. Because ultimately, a title only has meaning if it stands for something larger than yourself.
Representing Monaco comes with a very particular visual and cultural language — elegance, precision, restraint. How do you interpret that identity in your own voice?
To me, Monaco’s identity is inherently subtle it’s not about showing more, but about understanding what to leave unsaid.
Elegance goes beyond aesthetics. It’s a way of thinking, of choosing words with intention, of being present without needing to dominate a space.
Precision brings clarity. Restraint creates depth. It allows
Right now, I feel deeply aligned with myself. I’m not trying to separate who I was from who I’m becoming — I see it as one continuous narrative. Everything I’ve lived through has shaped me, but it doesn’t define my limits.
meaning to breathe.
In my own voice, I translate that into simplicity with purpose composed, but never distant; expressive, but never excessive. Because true refinement is not about perfection, but awareness.
You’re both a digital native and a public figure in formation. How are you refining your presence as a model and content creator into something more intentional almost editorial in its impact?
Since receiving my title, I’ve become acutely aware of the power of digital presence. The way you curate your online identity is no different from how you’re perceived in real life it’s an extension of who you are.
I’m intentional about ensuring that what I share reflects my reality, not just an image. At the same time, social media is a creative space a place to express vision, personality, and evolution.
I see it as storytelling: the journey of Mrs. Monaco, seen through my own lens personal, curated, but always authentic.
Ambition is often romanticized, but rarely dissected. What is the less visible side of your ambition right now the part people don’t see on camera?
The less visible side of ambition is discipline.
It’s the quiet work the moments when no one is watching, when things feel uncertain, when motivation fades and consistency takes over.
Ambition is often perceived as confidence and clarity, but for me, it also includes doubt, reflection, and the ability to pause and reassess.
Some days, it’s not about moving forward quickly it’s about staying grounded, focused, and honest with yourself.
That part rarely appears on camera, but it’s the part that makes everything else real.
As you look toward the international stage in Sri Lanka, what do you feel is expected of you — and what do you expect from yourself beyond those expectations?
As I look toward the stage in Sri Lanka, I’m aware that my title carries a legacy one of elegance, heritage, and precision. That becomes my compass.
But beyond expectations, what I ask of myself is sim-
ple: to be fully present, to embody my most radiant and authentic self, and to truly live every moment of this experience.
If we strip away the idea of competition entirely, what would you still want your voice to stand for on a global platform?
Beyond competition, I want my voice to stand for something meaningful.
Raising awareness around domestic violence is deeply important to me it’s a subject that deserves visibility, empathy, and action.
I want my presence to represent not only elegance, but
also support, protection, and empowerment for those who need it most.
How has this chapter of your life reshaped your relationship with discipline not as obligation, but as identity?
Discipline, for me, is no longer an obligation it’s an identity.
It’s the foundation of consistency in everything I do. It was shaped early on through my education and my first experiences as a teenage model in South Africa moments that demanded structure, resilience, and self-respect.
That same rigor now defines how I approach my role as Mrs. Monaco 2026 and the journey ahead.
The beauty industry is evolving toward narrative and substance. What story are you consciously choosing to tell through your image right now?
I’m choosing to tell a story of presence over perfection.
In a world that often encourages idealization, I find more value in authenticity in showing something evolving, something human, something layered with both strength and softness.
Through my image, I’m not creating distance I’m building connection. I want people to feel that behind every visual, there is intention, awareness, and truth.
To me, beauty isn’t a fixed standard. It’s a reflection of how honestly you inhabit yourself.
So the story I’m telling is not about becoming someone else but about becoming more of who I already am.
You’re still a student — intellectually in motion. How does that academic perspective inform the way you approach visibility, influence, and responsibility?
My academic background gives me a deeper awareness of what a title like Mrs. Monaco 2026 truly represents. It’s not just visibility it’s responsibility.
Studying luxury has also given me a unique perspective: I understand the language, the codes, and the expectations of the world I’m stepping into.
That allows me to make more thoughtful, intentional decisions not only in how I present myself, but in what I choose to stand for.
When you imagine stepping onto the Miss Universe stage, what is the one perception about you that you would want to disrupt?
I want to challenge the idea that a title like Mrs. Monaco is defined by appearance alone.
For me, it’s about embodying values strength, awareness, and purpose. It’s about showing that elegance and intelligence, beauty and substance, can and should coexist.
If I can shift that perception, even slightly, then I know I’ve brought something meaningful to that stage.
Where Billion-Dollar Ambition Meets the Art of Storytelling.
Cinema no longer whispers—it announces. Over the past few years, the industry has undergone a quiet but decisive transformation: scale has returned, but so has intention. The era of disposable spectacle is giving way to something more deliberate, where billion-dollar visuals are paired with authorship, and where directors reclaim control over tone, narrative, and meaning. From the stark, almost spiritual precision of Denis Villeneuve to the subversive storytelling of Yorgos Lanthimos, cinema is once again becoming a language of power—not just entertainment, but perspective.
At the same time, the boundaries between blockbuster and auteur filmmaking have begun to dissolve. A film can carry a $200 million budget and still feel deeply personal; it can dominate the global box office and remain intellectually provocative. The rise of filmmakers like Bong Joon-ho and Paul Thomas Anderson within this high-budget ecosystem signals a shift: audiences are no longer satisfied with scale alone—they want substance, identity, authorship.
What emerges is a new cinematic standard—one where image, idea, and ambition exist in equal measure. These are not just films; they are statements. Turn the page, and you step into worlds where power is constructed, beauty is weaponized, and every frame insists on being remembered.
Dune: Part 2
There are blockbusters— and then there is Dune: Part Two. Monumental, austere, and hypnotically controlled, it doesn’t chase spectacle; it redefines it.
Timothée Chalamet evolves into a figure of myth rather than man, while Zendaya brings a quiet emotional gravity that cuts through the film’s vastness. Under the direction of Denis Villeneuve, every frame feels engineered—precision over excess,
With a $190 million budget, the film doesn’t just look expensive—it feels inevitable, like something that had to exist at this scale. Premiering globally and dominating the awards conversation, it positioned itself not just as cinema, but as cultural
Why it matters: Because power, when rendered this beautifully, becomes belief.
One Battle After Another
Revolution has never looked this intimate—or this expensive.
Directed by Paul Thomas Anderson,
One Battle After Another trades grand ideology for something far more dangerous: personal conviction. Leonardo DiCaprio delivers a performance that feels less like acting and more like exca-
Why it matters: Because in a world of recycled narratives, it dares to ask what belief actually costs.
Mickey 17
eath, repetition, identity—Mickey 17 turns existential dread into high design.
From Bong Joon-ho, the film reframes science fiction as something colder, sharper, and far more intimate.
Robert Pattinson plays a man designed to be disposable—until he refuses to be.
Backed by a $118 million budget, the film premiered within the festival circuit, immediately sparking discourse less about plot and more about implication.
Why it matters: Because the future isn’t about technology—it’s about what we’re willing to erase.
Bugonia
Absurdity, in the hands of Yorgos Lanthimos, becomes a form of precision.
Bugonia is unsettling by design—its narrative fractures, its tone destabilizes, and its performances, led by Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons, exist in a space somewhere between satire and threat.
With a $45–55 million budget, the film retains an art-house core while operating with a distinctly polished, almost clinical aesthetic. Its festival debut cemented it as one of the year’s most talked-about—and least easily defined—
Why it matters: Because reality, at this point, is already a constructed narrative.
Sinners
Genre is just the entry point. What lies beneath is far more deliberate.
In Sinners, Michael B. Jordan takes on a dual role that feels both mythic and deeply human. The film moves through horror, music, and history with a quiet confidence—less interested in shock than in resonance.
Produced on a $90 million budget, it merges studio scale with cultural specificity, creating something that feels both expansive and personal.
Why it matters: Because storytelling, at its best, remembers what history tries to forget.
Frankenstein
Gothic, but make it intimate.
Directed by Guillermo del Toro, Frankenstein reframes a familiar myth through emotional detail rather than spectacle. Oscar Isaac and Andrew Garfield ground the film in something fragile—almost painfully human.
With a budget estimated between $80 and $100 million, the film bridges streaming-era distribution with festival-level craftsmanship.
Why it matters: Because the real monster has always been indifference.
Superman
Hope, rebranded.
In a genre defined by excess, Superman chooses restraint. David Corenswet plays the character not as an icon, but as a question— what does it mean to be powerful and kind?
With a $200 million budget, the film delivers scale without losing sincerity, positioning itself as a tonal reset for the superhero narrative.
Why it matters: Because optimism, right now, feels almost radical.
Avatar: Fire and Ash
Spectacle, elevated to immersion.
With Avatar: Fire and Ash, James Cameron continues to dissolve the boundary between cinema and experi ence. Sam Worthing ton and Zoe Saldaña return to a world that feels less imagined than engineered.
Carrying a $250–300 million budget, the film ex ists at the far edge of what blockbuster filmmaking can achieve—technically, visually, and commercially.
Why it matters: Because at this level, cinema stops being watched—and starts being lived.
Wuthering Heights
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esire, obsession, inheritance—Wuthering Heights returns with all the drama modern cinema has been missing.
This new adaptation of Wuthering Heights transforms the literary classic into a sweeping study of passion, class, and revenge. Windswept landscapes, imposing interiors, and emotionally volatile characters make it the kind of prestige period drama that feels both timeless and newly
Produced on an estimated $60–80 million budget, the film brings old-world grandeur to contemporary audiences, pairing classic storytelling with modern scale and visual sophistication. Early industry attention has already positioned it as one of the most anticipated literary adaptations of
Why it matters: Because romance, when sharpened by power and resentment, becomes unforgettable cinema.
The Wizard of the Kremlin
The Wizard of the Kremlin
Power has always relied on image. The Wizard of the Kremlin simply says the quiet part out loud.
Adapted from the bestselling novel The Wizard of the Kremlin, the film explores the machinery behind modern authority through the story of a strategist operating in the shadows of the state. Less biography than psychological anatomy, it examines how narratives are manufactured—and how nations learn to believe them.
Led by a high-profile international cast including Jude Law, the project carries an estimated $70–90 million budget, with the polish and gravitas of modern prestige cinema. It arrives as one of the most politically charged releases of the season.
Why it matters: Because in the twenty-first century, power is no longer hidden—it is staged.
SVITLANA DEREN
ON VISUAL CULTURE, MODERN LUXURY, AND THE POWER OF AESTHETIC CLARITY
In a world driven by immediacy, Svitlana Deren offers something rarer—composure, intention, and a distinctly modern vision of luxury. From Monaco, she constructs a visual universe where fashion is not performed, but lived. Her content moves beyond trend, capturing mood, movement, and cultural nuance with editorial precision. The result is influence that feels less like visibility—and more like presence.
How do you define your role within today’s culture of influence: are you primarily an influencer, an entrepreneur, a visual storyteller, or something else entirely?
I define myself as a digital content creator, because today it is through digital formats that the visual language of fashion and culture is shaped. At the same time, I’m fully aware of my role as an influencer my audience trusts my taste, my aesthetic, and my interpretation of trends.
I exist in a balance between a personal perspective and professional distance, remaining both a participant in the fashion ecosystem and a thoughtful observer of it. That, to me, is the true value of the digital space it allows for proximity without sacrificing depth or an editorial point of view.
Monaco has a uniquely distinct rhythm and aesthetic. How does this environment shape your personal brand and content?
For me, Monaco is a place where luxury has seamlessly integrated into everyday life. Here, people step out for coffee at iconic maisons as naturally as they would anywhere else and that ease defines my visual language.
It cultivates an attention to detail and a refined sense of restraint. What matters is not the statement itself, but how a look lives within real space in movement, in light, in atmosphere.
Monaco represents a balance between luxury and effortlessness, and that duality shapes both my content and my personal brand. Luxury, for me, is not an occasion it’s a lived experience, and that’s exactly what I aim to translate through digital storytelling.
You are actively building your presence across both Instagram and TikTok. How does your strategy differ between the two platforms?
I approach Instagram and TikTok very differently because I experience them differently.
Instagram is where I construct a cohesive visual universe. It’s about refinement, intention, and a sense of completeness. I treat it as a space where detail and atmosphere define a long-term visual language for my brand.
TikTok, on the other hand, is more fluid and immediate. It allows for a more playful, dynamic format movement, process, quick visual responses, and glimpses of real life.
For me, these platforms don’t compete they complement each other. Instagram reflects my aesthetic and values, while TikTok expresses energy and presence. This balance allows me to engage different audiences while maintaining a clear distinction between editorial fashion narrative and entertainment.
Your audience sees you as an authority in style and contemporary visual culture. What do you consider the defining trends in fashion and digital culture today?
For me, the defining trend today is conscious visuality. In fashion, I see a shift toward structure, architectural silhouettes, and intentional form where meaning and inner strength matter more than spectacle.
In digital culture, there is a growing appreciation for clarity and precision a visual language that isn’t overloaded, but still carries depth, mood, and context.
People are no longer interested in simply following trends they want to feel individuality and consistency.
I’m drawn to an approach where style becomes
a form of self-expression, and digital content becomes a medium for conveying ideas, emotion, and a sense of time.
With your level of visibility, how do you maintain a balance between your public persona and your private life?
For me, that balance is a matter of conscious choice. I share what genuinely reflects my values, my aesthetic, and my professional path, while preserving a space that remains entirely my own.
I see digital presence as a form of work and communication not an obligation to reveal everything.
Personal boundaries allow me to maintain inner stability, which ultimately enables me to be more authentic in what I do choose to share.
Digital presence is part of my profession; my private life remains my source of balance.
Your content is known for its precision and visual clarity. What does your creative process look like from concept to publication?
My creative process always begins with an idea and a mood with a feeling I want to convey rather than a visual reference itself. I focus on capturing an atmosphere, and only then translating it into a form that feels natural and refined.
At the same time, I’m always aware of the rhythm of the digital environment platform dynamics, algorithms, and evolving visual formats. That awareness allows me to balance aesthetic integrity with how content actually exists and circulates today.
When working with brands, the process becomes a dialogue. I carefully interpret their values, objectives, and visual codes, aligning them with my own aesthetic language and current cultural context.
During execution, I focus on light, composition, movement, and detail gradually removing anything unnecessary. Before publishing, I shift into an editorial mindset, evaluating how the piece integrates into my overall visual narrative and the pace of the platform.
Can you recall a defining moment or project that marked a turning point in your career and brought you to an international audience?
The turning point came when I allowed myself to pause and redefine my own voice. I consciously stepped away from chasing formats and metrics and began creating from within working with a visual language that truly reflected my perception of the present moment.
It wasn’t the easiest phase it required trusting intuition and embracing the risk of being not “convenient,” but honest.
But it was during that time that my content began resonating beyond a single country or platform through mood, aesthetic, and a shared cultural sensibility.
From that moment, my work evolved from digital presence into a space for dialogue. I realized I could communicate with an international audience through visual emotion and that shift became both a professional and personal transformation.
When collaborating with luxury brands, what do you prioritize to maintain authenticity and longterm value?
When working with luxury brands, alignment in values and visual language is essential. A partnership should feel like a natural extension of my content not a separate commercial insert.
I choose collaborations that respect the process, attention to detail, and quality of execution. In luxury, it’s never about immediate impact it’s about long-term perception and brand image.
For me, authenticity is a dialogue: the brand trusts my perspective, and I integrate it thoughtfully into my visual world.
That approach allows for projects that retain their value well beyond the moment of publication.
How do you see the future of influencing both in Europe and globally? What formats and monetization models will dominate?
I see the future of influencing moving toward maturity and professionalization. The era of quick reach and one-off placements is gradually fading trust, context, and long-term value are becoming central.
Influencers are evolving into creative partners, curators of taste, and independent media platforms with a defined aesthetic and audience. In Europe especially, there is a noticeable shift toward a more restrained, intellectual approach where content quality and cultural relevance matter deeply.
In terms of formats, I believe the following will dominate:
• editorial content and visual storytelling
• hybrid formats at the intersection of media, brands, and personal platforms
• long-term series rather than isolated posts
As for monetization, we’re seeing a transition toward more sustainable models. Beyond strategic partnerships and ambassadorships, affiliate links will continue to
grow as a more organic and transparent format grounded in real audience trust.
Ultimately, the future of influencing is a shift from volume to meaning, from visibility to impact where long-term cultural and commercial relevance defines success.
What are you currently working on, and what can your audience expect as your next significant step?
I’m currently focused on projects that move beyond the traditional format of social media. I’m interested in long-form series and editorial formats that allow for deeper exploration of visual themes, aesthetics, and context rather than single, standalone posts.
At the same time, I’m developing in creative and strategic visual thinking, particularly in collaboration with brands that value not just reach, but a cohesive image and cultural relevance.
For my audience, the next step will be more structured and intentional content projects built as visual narratives, where every element, from styling to presentation, contributes to a unified experience.
Today, what matters most to me is not quantity, but depth and the integrity of the visual statement.
THE ART OF NATURAL BEAUTY: DOCTOR LIUDMYLA
In the evolving world of aesthetic medicine, where innovation meets intuition, Liudmyla Petliuk has established a reputation defined not by trends, but by standards.
With over 15 years of experience, Doctor Liudmyla operates at the intersection of clinical expertise and refined aesthetic vision. As an aesthetic medicine doctor and the founder of DL Beauty Space, she has created a space where beauty is approached not as transformation, but as restoration — a return to balance, skin health, and natural harmony.
From the very beginning of her career, her focus has remained clear: not to follow industry trends, but to elevate them. Continuous education forms the foundation of her work. Through international congresses, specialized symposiums, and advanced masterclasses, Doctor Liudmyla stays closely aligned with the latest scientific developments, integrating only the most effective and safe methodologies into her practice.
Her philosophy reflects a broader principle — one that rejects stagnation in a field defined by constant evolution. For Doctor Liudmyla, staying relevant means staying ahead, offering patients solutions that are not only innovative, but also clinically precise and carefully selected.
Over the years, she has mastered a wide range of rejuvenation techniques, including injectable treatments, advanced device-based technologies, and sophisticated combination protocols. Yet what truly distinguishes her approach is precision. Every treatment is built on a deep understanding of anatomy, individuality, and nuance — with no reliance on universal solutions, only tailored strategies designed to achieve natural and harmonious results.
DL Beauty Space is a direct reflection of her professional journey and aesthetic philosophy. More than a clinic, it represents a carefully curated environment where expertise, advanced technology, and a deeply personalized approach come together. It is a space where patients feel confident, at ease, and fully understood.
Beyond visible results, Doctor Liudmyla’s work is defined by something more intangible — the emotional transformation of her patients. A renewed sense of confidence, self-perception, and inner balance becomes the true measure of success.
For Doctor Liudmyla, aesthetic medicine is not simply a profession. It is a discipline rooted in responsibility, precision, and a profound respect for natural beauty — one that, in her hands, becomes both science and art.
Inside DL Beauty Space: Where Aesthetics Become Experience in the Heart of Cannes
Set against the refined backdrop of Cannes, where French elegance meets Mediterranean allure, DL Beauty Space emerges as more than a destination — it is a carefully curated world where beauty is approached as both art and discipline.
Conceived by Doctor Liudmyla, the space reflects her philosophy in its purest form: precision, individuality, and an uncompromising standard of quality. Every detail, from the atmosphere to the techniques employed, is designed to deliver not just visible results, but a complete aesthetic experience.
Hair artistry here moves seamlessly between timeless elegance and advanced color techniques. The stylists at DL Beauty Space are known for their ability to create everything from luminous natural shades to complex, highly personalized color work. The result is never excessive, but refined — hair that appears effortlessly polished, healthy, and distinctly individual. Restoration treatments play an equally important role, focusing on deep nourishment, hydration, and structural repair, leaving hair visibly stronger, denser, and radiant.
Attention to detail extends to nail care, where manicures and pedicures are executed with technical precision and a strong emphasis on hygiene, durability, and finish. The approach is understated yet exacting — the kind of quiet luxury that speaks through perfection rather than excess.
At the intersection of beauty and styling, the space offers a complete image experience. From effortless daytime refinement to high-impact evening looks, the team creates tailored aesthetics designed to enhance, not overshadow. Particularly notable is their work in preparing clients for high-profile appearances — including red carpet events — where balance, individuality, and confidence become the defining elements of the final look.
Beyond aesthetics, DL Beauty Space addresses the body as an integral part of the overall experience. A selection of advanced massage techniques and body treatments is designed to restore energy, refine contours, and improve skin tone. Signature programs, including wraps using premium formulations by STYX, combine visible results with a sense of deep relaxation and physical renewal.
The clinic’s approach to cosmetology reflects the same commitment to innovation and precision. Advanced technologies such as Dermadrop and HydraFacial allow for immediate and measurable improvements in skin quality, while personalized treatment protocols ensure long-term results. Each procedure is guided by medical expertise, reinforcing a philosophy where aesthetics and skin health are inseparable.
DL Beauty Space ultimately transcends the traditional definition of a salon. It is a space where expertise, technology, and aesthetic sensibility converge to create something far more enduring than a service. Here, beauty is not constructed — it is revealed, refined, and elevated.
In the landscape of Cannes, where luxury is expected, DL Beauty Space distinguishes itself through intention. It is not simply a place to transform appearance, but a destination where confidence, identity, and modern beauty are thoughtfully redefined.
THE ART OF INVISIBLE BEAUTY: HOW TURKEY BECAME THE GLOBAL DESTINATION FOR NATURAL RHINOPLASTY
Inside the philosophy of Associate Professor Dr. Raşit Cevizci — the surgeon redefining modern rhinoplasty through natural aesthetics, revision expertise, and a luxury approach to personalized medicine.
For years, Turkey was synonymous with luxury resorts along the Mediterranean coast, the timeless grandeur of Istanbul, and a cultural elegance suspended between East and West. Today, however, the country has entered an entirely new era one defined not by traditional tourism, but by transformation.
Modern travelers are no longer arriving solely for five-star hospitality or Bosphorus sunsets. They are arriving in search of reinvention.
Over the last decade, Turkey has quietly become one of the world’s most influential destinations for aesthetic medicine. Rhinoplasty, facial aesthetics, regenerative treatments, hair restoration, and advanced anti-aging procedures have transformed Istanbul into a global hub for medical tourism attracting patients from Europe, the Middle East, the United States, and beyond.
Yet as the industry expanded, aesthetic surgery itself began to change.
Social media created a generation of identical beauty standards: exaggerated features, over-sculpted faces, and the endless pursuit of the “perfect” Instagram result. But inside the world of elite aesthetic medicine, a very different philosophy began to emerge.
Natural beauty.
Not transformation.
Not artificial perfection.
Not a new face.
But refinement.
Today’s luxury patient is no longer searching for dramatic change. The new aspiration is subtlety results so seamless they appear untouched, almost genetic in their perfection.
And that shift has fundamentally changed how sophisticated patients choose their surgeons.
Because true surgical mastery is not measured by how many “perfect noses” a doctor can showcase online.
It is measured by how many difficult surgeries they can successfully correct.
Revision rhinoplasty remains one of the most technically demanding procedures in facial plastic surgery. Once the nasal structure has already been altered, tissues become compromised, anatomy changes, and breathing function is of-
ten affected. Correcting these cases requires not only aesthetic instinct, but a deep understanding of facial anatomy and functional airway preservation.
Within professional medical circles, revision rhinoplasty is considered the ultimate marker of surgical expertise.
It is precisely in this category that Associate Professor Dr. Raşit Cevizci has built his reputation.
Unlike many highly commercialized names in aesthetic surgery, Dr. Cevizci belongs to a quieter, more exclusive category of specialists surgeons known not for aggressive publicity, but for consistent clinical excellence.
His reputation has largely grown through patient referrals, professional respect, and complex surgical outcomes rather than media spectacle. And for many international patients, that distinction matters more than visibility.
Because in luxury medicine, discretion itself has become a form of credibility.
Dr. Cevizci graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine before completing his residency at Gazi University’s Department of Otorhinolaryngology. He later continued his academic career as an Associate Professor, combining surgical practice with scientific research and university-level medical education.
His international clinical observership at the Netherlands Cancer Institute Antoni van Leeuwenhoek Hospital in Amsterdam further shaped his highly technical surgical approach.
Over the years, he has authored numerous scientific publications in ENT surgery, reconstructive techniques, septorhinoplasty, and cochlear implantation a level of academic involvement rarely associated with commercially driven aesthetic medicine.
Today, Dr. Cevizci is especially recognized for his philosophy of natural rhinoplasty an approach centered around preserving identity rather than creating standardized beauty.
Instead of imposing a fashionable template, his work focuses on facial harmony, anatomical balance, and results that remain elegant, timeless, and deeply individual. This philosophy is particularly evident in his specialization in closed rhinoplasty, a highly advanced surgical technique performed entirely through internal incisions without external scarring. The procedure requires exceptional precision and technical mastery, yet allows for significantly more delicate and naturallooking outcomes.
Equally important is his expertise in revision rhinoplasty the category many surgeons avoid altogether.
Patients seeking revision surgery are often those who have already experienced disappointing results elsewhere: functional breathing issues, structural irregularities, or aesthetic outcomes that feel unnatural and disconnected from their identity.
Correcting those cases requires far more than aesthetic vision.
It requires restraint, surgical maturity, and a profound understanding of what should never be overdone.
And perhaps that is precisely why Turkey’s aesthetic industry is entering a new phase.
The future of luxury beauty is no longer about looking altered.
It is about looking effortlessly, naturally exceptional.
For many international patients, Dr. Raşit Cevizci represents that new generation of aesthetic surgeons academically grounded, internationally experienced, and committed to a version of beauty that enhances rather than replaces individuality.
Because the highest level of aesthetic surgery should never announce itself.
It should simply look like you at your most refined.
NATALIE TEFFI
Founder of TEFFIMODELS MONACO
TeffiModels Monaco carries a distinct sense of quiet exclusivity within the European fashion industry. How did you manage to build an agency that feels both intimate and influential at the same time?
First of all, I would like to express my deepest gratitude to the founder of the agency, Tatiana Viktorovna Ponomarenko, for trusting me to continue her work and develop the philosophy of TeffiModels on an international level.
I am also sincerely thankful to the people and associations that helped me adapt to life in France and truly feel at home here. In Nice, I would especially like to mention the association AFUCA, and in Monaco Ensemble Les Enfants. And of course, special thanks to Yulia Berezet, GLAM Magazine, and many others who stood by me during important moments of my journey.
Sometimes destiny leads us exactly where we are meant to be. Today, I feel deeply grateful for the opportunity to live and work in such a beautiful place, to dedicate myself to what I love, and to inspire a new generation of models.
I never wanted to build simply a large agency. What mattered more to me was creating a space with its own atmosphere, philosophy, and way of treating people. TeffiModels was never built around quantity it was built around quality, trust, and a reputation cultivated
THE QUIET POWER OF ELEGANCE: INSIDE NATALIA’S VISION FOR TEFFIMODELS MONACO
over many years.
Perhaps that is why the agency feels both intimate and influential. For more than 25 years, we have maintained a deeply personal approach while working internationally, collaborating with leading agencies worldwide, and discovering new talents for the industry.
I always wanted our models to feel supported rather than pressured by the system to experience growth, respect, and appreciation for their individuality.
Monaco speaks the language of elegance and restraint. How has this environment shaped your vision and your approach to working with talent?
Monaco truly creates a unique perception of beauty. There is no obsession here with excessive display or loudness people value style, intelligence, education, and the way a person carries themselves.
This atmosphere has deeply influenced my understanding of the modern model. Today, it is no longer enough to simply possess striking features. What matters is energy, charisma, emotional intelligence, and the ability to remain both graceful and confident.
That is why at TeffiModels we focus not only on appearance, but also on personal development. True elegance always begins from within.
Today, the industry welcomes many different types of beauty from commercial to classic. But the most important thing is discovering a person’s unique talent, and we try to find that individuality in every girl.
Your approach to building modeling careers feels incredibly thoughtful. What do you pay attention to beyond the obvious the things that cannot truly be taught or replicated?
There are certain qualities that cannot fully be taught. It is a person’s inner energy, their gaze, their ability to inspire, to feel the atmosphere around them, and to remain authentic.
Sometimes a model may not fit traditional standards, yet possess such unforgettable charisma that people simply cannot look away. Today, body positivity and individuality are increasingly valued because perfect beauty without substance quickly loses its impact.
I always pay attention to character, discipline, self-awareness, and the ability to respect others. A true career is built not only on beauty, but on personality.
And what happens behind the scenes matters just as much. I often say: theatre begins with the cloakroom, and a real fashion show begins backstage.
There is a curatorial quality to the way you work less about scale, more about meaning. How do you decide who becomes part of the TeffiModels story?
For me, energy is everything. I can immediately feel whether a person is truly ready to grow, whether they genuinely love this profession, and whether they are willing to work for it.
TeffiModels is not a conveyor system.
We are not trying to work with everyone. It is important to me that a person shares our values: respect, professionalism, culture, and inner aesthetics.
Sometimes I see potential within the very first minutes of meeting someone not only externally, but internally. And that is when a shared story of growth begins.
You also lead a modeling school, including programs for children. What does it mean to guide a new generation before the industry begins shaping them itself?
It is an enormous responsibility. Today, it is incredibly important to teach young people not to depend entirely on external validation and to preserve their inner foundation.
At our school, children and teenagers learn far more than runway walking or posing for photographs. They learn confidence, communication, self-presentation, discipline, teamwork, and self-respect.
I always encourage parents to bring children to us early so they can develop healthy posture, graceful movement, and self-confidence from a young age. During adolescence, many young people begin doubting their appearance, and it is essential to support them during that vulnerable period.
At our school, every girl feels like a princess from the very first moment. I want children to enter the industry emotionally and psychologically prepared so that fashion does not break their individuality, but instead helps reveal the very best within them.
Your leadership style feels simultaneously strong and delicate. How would you describe it today, and how has it evolved over time?
With age comes the understanding that true strength does not always need to be loud. Earlier in my career, I believed leadership meant controlling everything constantly. Today, I understand that leadership is also about listening, understanding people, and creating an atmosphere of trust.
I remain demanding especially with myself. But at the same time, I have become softer, wiser, and calmer in the way I make decisions.
For me, leadership is not about power. It is about inspiring people, guiding them, and helping them discover their full potential.
When you think about the future of TeffiModels Monaco, what kind of world are you hoping to create not only for your models, but for the industry itself?
I would like to help create an industry built on greater respect for individuality, personality, and inner beauty.
The fashion world is changing, and today authenticity, intelligence, and emotional depth are becoming increasingly valued. I see the future of TeffiModels as an international platform that brings together fashion, education, culture, and personal development.
What matters most to me is that our models do not simply work within the fashion industry, but become strong, educated, and confident individuals capable of succeeding in many different areas of life.
If you had to define the essence of your journey today, what feels like the truest measure of success: industry recognition, influence, or inner harmony?
Today, I believe the most important thing is inner harmony and the feeling that none of it was in vain.
Of course, recognition and professional success matter. But over time, you begin to value something deeper the people you have helped, the lives you have influenced, and the moments when someone begins believing in themselves because you once believed in them first.
For me, that is the true meaning of success.
Your work exists at the intersection of sculpture and contemporary object art how did your journey as an artist begin, and what led you to explore the human form through such distinctive shapes?
My journey began in abstraction, before naturally gravitating toward a more figurative expression. The human body has always fascinated me endlessly, almost obsessively. In particular, the female form represents, to me, the purest embodiment of perfection.
The body, in your work, is both fragment and statement what draws you specifically to forms like busts and sculptural silhouettes, and what do they allow you to express that a full figure might not?
I’m currently in a moment of transition. My work is evolving, and these fragments are part of that process. Through technique, discipline, and persistence, I’m moving toward creating complete figures. What you see now is a language in formation.
You’ve developed your own unique material, which has become an essential part of your artistic language can you tell us more about its origin and what makes it integral to your work?
The material was born out of necessity. The polystyrene I was using became too fragile after calcination. So I created something new CARBOLEUM 20/25. It’s incredibly durable, resistant, and versatile. It allows for outdoor display, offers a wide chromatic range, and interacts with light in a way that intensifies the presence of each piece.
There is a tactile, almost sensorial quality to your pieces — how important is texture and materiality in shaping the emotional response of the viewer?
It’s fundamental. The lace-like texture I’ve developed is central to my work. I’m constantly refining it, pushing it further always in pursuit of something closer to perfection. That tactile quality is what creates an immediate, almost physical connection with the viewer.
Your sculptures balance between art object and collectible design how do you position your work within the contemporary art landscape today?
For me, everything begins with emotion. The work must act as a bridge something that connects instantly and deeply with the viewer. If it doesn’t move you, it doesn’t exist.
In an era where the perception of the body is constantly evolving, what narrative are you personally exploring through your forms?
The female body, to me, is a universe in itself complete, powerful, and timeless. My role is to elevate it, to reinterpret it through technique and imagination, and ultimately, to invite the viewer into a space of dream and desire.
Looking ahead, how do you see your artistic practice evolving and what new mediums, ideas or forms are you currently drawn to?
The natural evolution of my work is scale. I’m moving toward increasingly ambitious pieces toward monumentality. The future, for me, is sculpture that doesn’t just exist in space, but transforms it.
ELITE CONTEMPORARY ART TROPHY
Where the Art Becomes Power, Prestige, and Pure Desire.
In the rarefied world of contemporary art— where vision is currency and influence defines legacy—summer 2026 finds its most compelling stage in Monaco. This June, the Principality once again draws the gaze of the international art world as Elie Art Gallery announces the opening of applications for the Elite Contemporary Art Trophy—an accolade that feels less like a prize and more like a declaration of cultural relevance.
Conceived as a platform of excellence, the Trophy moves beyond the predictable format of competition, instead offering a sharply curated perspective on contemporary expression. Here, artists are not simply selected—they are recognized for a clarity of vision, a distinct artistic language, and a resonance that extends far beyond the studio. Each work becomes part of a larger narrative: one that reflects the evolving codes of global culture, where aesthetic boldness meets intellectual depth.
What distinguishes the Elite Contemporary Art Trophy is not only its selectivity, but its ecosystem. Within Monaco’s uniquely poised intersection of discretion and opulence, artists are introduced to a network that shapes the very architecture of the art world—collectors with generational influence, institutional figures, and key players from the luxury sphere, all converging in a setting where access is as valuable as artistry. It is here that conversations turn into collaborations, and visibility transforms
into long-term positioning.
The selection process remains deliberately rigorous, guided by a jury of respected art world professionals whose expertise ensures that each chosen artist contributes to a dialogue of substance and relevance. The result is a tightly edited constellation of talent—individuals whose work not only reflects the present moment but quietly defines what comes next.
At its core, the Trophy culminates in an evening that embodies Monaco’s signature duality: intimacy and spectacle, precision and allure. The award ceremony unfolds as an invitation-only experience, where contemporary art is framed within an atmosphere of refined elegance. Every detail is intentional, every presence curated, creating a space where art is not only observed, but felt—where influence circulates as effortlessly as champagne.
Applications are now open, offering artists a rare and strategic opportunity to step into this world. With limited availability, early submission is strongly encouraged, underscoring the exclusivity that defines the Trophy itself.
Apply via: www.elieartgalerie.com
Because in Monaco, art is never simply exhibited—it is elevated, exchanged, and ultimately, transformed into a language of power.
In a world where art is no longer confined to white walls but moves fluidly between culture, capital, and influence, a new kind of experience is quietly taking shape—one that transforms the traditional auction into something far more seductive. At the center of this shift is Mehdi Lemdjadi, founder of Elie Art Gallery, whose latest vision proposes not simply a sale, but a scene.
THE NEW CURRENCY OF DESIRE: INSIDE THE AUCTION EVENINGS
REDEFINING THE GLOBAL
ART MARKET
The locations themselves read like a map of cultural power. Monaco, with its polished discretion and global clientele, sets the tone for intimacy at the highest level. London anchors the narrative in legacy, a city where auction houses have long dictated the tempo of the market. And New York—restless, magnetic, unapologetically dominant—cements the global reach of the concept. Together, they form a triad not just of geography, but of influence.
Yet what unfolds within these cities is something altogether more immersive. These are not auctions in the conventional sense; they are orchestrated experiences. Guests move through private exhibitions before the first bid is ever placed, encountering works in an atmosphere designed for discovery rather than transaction. Conversations with artists unfold naturally, dissolving the distance between creator and collector. Even the cadence of the evening—punctuated by fine dining and carefully curated moments—builds toward the auction itself, which emerges not as a standalone act, but as the emotional climax of the night.
In this context, the act of acquisition becomes something richer, more layered. It is no longer solely about ownership, but about participation—about being present at a moment where cultural value is both recognized and redefined in real time. For collectors, this translates into privileged access: to works that have been thoughtfully curated, to environments that encourage instinct as much as strategy, and to a network where influence circulates quietly, but decisively.
For artists, the implications are equally compelling. Visibility here is not mass, but precise—positioned within a framework that elevates their work beyond exposure into meaningful alignment with collectors and institutions capable of shaping long-term trajectories. It is a recalibration of the ecosystem, where opportunity is less about scale and more about placement.
What Lemdjadi proposes is, ultimately, a new language for the art market—one that understands that today, value is experienced as much as it is measured. In Monaco, London, and New York, the auction is no longer just an event. It becomes a destination, a statement, and above all, a carefully choreographed expression of modern luxury.
THE ARCHITECTURE OF CONFIDENCE
Exclusive Interview with Anna K, Founder of Boutique Eco Diamant
The women we see wearing Boutique Eco Diamant at the most exclusive events on the French Riviera seem to share a distinct presence. How would you describe them?
They are women with a deep sense of self confident, but never demonstrative. Their confidence is quiet, almost architectural, built on education, experience, and clarity of mind.
Before creating the brand, I had imagined a certain type of client. The reality, however, is far more compelling. These women are multidimensional: business leaders, lawyers, artists, doctors, cultural figures. They move within environments where everything carries meaning how you speak, how you carry yourself, what you choose to wear.
Many of them live at a level traditionally associated with absolute luxury multi- million residences, yachts, supercars. Yet what defines them is not possession, but intention. They seek alignment between what they wear and what they believe.
For them, jewelry is not an accessory. It is an extension of identity a reflection of taste, independence, and precision of choice.
How does this level of woman influence the way you design your collections?
Completely. In many ways, the brand evolves through them, in real time.
At every event whether in a private villa, at a gala, or over a discreet penthouse dinner we observe not only what draws attention, but how women interact with the pieces: what they return to, what feels instinctive, what resonates.
Over time, this becomes a process of precise calibration. We refine proportions, stone sizes, cuts, and combinations until each piece feels inevitable as if it had always belonged to her.
What does choosing your jewelry represent for these women in important social moments?
In these environments, nothing is accidental. Whether at a gala, a private dinner, or on a yacht during the Grand Prix, a woman’s presence is constructed through detail. Jewelry becomes one of the final defining elements.
It can be bold and visible, or nearly imperceptible. In both cases, it communicates control, taste, and status.
Some women choose to share these
moments publicly; others remain entirely private. Both approaches express the same idea real luxury does not require validation.
Why are more women consciously choosing Boutique Eco Diamant today?
It is the intersection of aesthetics, awareness, and confidence.
Modern women no longer inherit definitions of -
What is particularly telling is that women already with are increasingly
drawn to choices that reflect ethics and contemporary values.
This is not a rejection of luxury, but its evolution.
Your Toi et Moi designs resonate strongly. Why do you think that is?
Because they reflect duality and modern women exist within that duality.
Strength and softness. Structure and fluidity. Public presence and private depth.
The Toi et Moi format allows for endless combinations, making each piece personal an expression of complexity rather than simplicity.
How is the perception of lab-grown stones evolv ing among high-end women?
There is a clear shift.
Confident women are open to innovation; they un derstand that luxury evolves rather than remains fixed.
Natural stones retain their relevance when they carry verified investment or heritage value. However, for frequent social appearances and an active jewelry wardrobe, lab-grown stones and moissanite offer an unmatched level of practicality, consistency, and visual precision.
Luxury is becoming more intelligent women are leading that shift.
That is why many of our pieces are adjustable, including complex designs such as Toi et Moi rings, where the mechanisms remain invisible while functionality is central.
This creates a different relationship with jewelry it becomes something that lives with her, rather than something fixed in time.
Even in such a public space, sophisticated women are not seeking attention they are refining presence. Jewelry becomes one of the most precise tools for doing so.
If you define modern luxury through your clients, what would it be?
Modern luxury is not about proving anything. It is about alignment between the external and the internal, between what a woman wears and what she believes.
A woman who chooses Boutique Eco Diamant does not explain her decisions. She understands them, and stands by them.
The Beach Ball Gala Dinner & Congress Awards Returns to Cannes — and the French Riviera Has Never Looked More Seductive
Against the shimmering backdrop of the French Riviera, the legendary Beach Ball Gala Dinner & Congress Awards will once again illuminate Cannes on May 21, 2026, taking over the iconic Majestic Beach Club during the height of the world-renowned Cannes Film Festival.
Long regarded as one of the Festival’s most coveted private soirées, the Beach Ball has become synonymous with cinematic glamour, haute couture, and the timeless sophistication of Riviera nightlife. This year’s edition promises an intoxicating fusion of fashion, artistry, culture, and contemporary luxury — curated for an international circle of creatives, visionaries, and tastemakers.
lessly intertwine with fine gastronomy and refined hospitality.
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At the heart of the evening, the distinguished AI Films & Congress Awards will honor influential voices shaping the future of cinema, creativity, innovation, and global culture. The ceremony will gather an extraordinary assembly of filmmakers, actors, fashion luminaries, luxury entrepreneurs, media figures, and international cultural leaders — all united by a shared appreciation for beauty, elegance, and creative excellence.
Event Details
Date: May 21, 2026
Location: Majestic Beach Club
Conceived as an immersive celebration of the Grand Art de Vivre, the evening unfolds like a cinematic fantasy beneath the Cannes sky. Guests will be welcomed into a world where couture presentations, live artistic performances, and mesmerizing musical moments seam-
Yet the Beach Ball is far more than a gala dinner. It is a statement of modern glamour: intimate yet spectacular, decadent yet exquisitely curated. Every detail — from the candlelit seaside ambiance to the couture silhouettes drifting across the terrace — is designed to evoke emotion, fantasy, and unforgettable allure.
As Cannes once again transforms into the epicenter of global cinema and style, the Beach Ball Gala Dinner & Congress Awards reaffirms its place as one of the Riviera’s most radiant and exclusive celebrations.
From the timeless atmosphere of classical Vienna to an exquisite gourmet dinner and impeccably dressed guests, every detail reflected the essence of contemporary luxury. The energy in the room was magnetic: conversations evolved into collaborations, ideas transformed into future projects, and new partnerships were forged among leaders shaping the future of high-end travel.
This year’s edition welcomed an exceptional constellation of figures from the global luxury travel industry, further cementing the Prime Luxury Travel Ball as one of the season’s most coveted gatherings for the international travel elite.
The organizers extend their sincere gratitude to the evening’s distinguished partners and sponsors — Boutique Eco Diamant, My Fashion Lady Model Studio, Women’s Fair Club, Fiori, and Regnum Carya — whose support and vision helped bring this extraordinary event to life.
Among the evening’s most anticipated moments was an exclusive raffle featuring luxurious stays at some of the world’s most prestigious destinations, including Forte Village, Carlton Milan, Aliée Istanbul, Bahía del Duque Tenerife, MarBella Collection, Thanos Hotels & Resorts, Falkensteiner Resort, Costa Navarino Hotels, and an array of other exceptional experiences.
And this is only the beginning.
The next Prime Luxury Travel Ball will return to Vienna in January 2027, promising an even more spectacular celebration of elegance, connection, and luxury travel culture. As tradition dictates, tickets to Vienna’s most iconic balls are typically sold out months in advance — making early access an invitation reserved for those who understand the true art of sophisticated travel and society.
Explore the next edition here:
Prime Luxury Travel Ball Vienna 2027
Vlada, your relocation from Ukraine to France unfolded against a backdrop of profound upheaval how did your earlier professional path shape your perspective, and what drew you to reimagine your future through fashion on the French Riviera?
Thank you it’s a deeply personal question. I’m 35, a mother to a nine-year-old daughter, originally from Ukraine. My background is quite structured: a Master’s degree in Management, ongoing PhD studies in Philosophy, as well as degrees in Translation and Law. I began working at 19, and for as long as I can remember, I’ve been drawn to building systems, leading people, and guiding them toward results.
That foundation became everything when I relocated. I never relied on chance or external support I relied on my skills. There’s a phrase I live by: a bird doesn’t trust the branch, it trusts its wings.
The real question wasn’t how to build a business in France it was what kind of business to build. I knew a few things with absolute clarity:
I needed something deeply connected to Ukraine. I wanted to stay close to my people, to support Ukrainian women, to create a sense of community. At the same time, it had to provide financial independence and the flexibility to remain both a mother and a woman not just a business owner.
And perhaps most importantly, I wanted Europeans to admire something Ukrainian. I wanted our work to evoke
SIZARYEVA VLADYSLAVA AND SHO-SHO CONCEPTSTRATEGY.BOUTIQUE REINVENTION, AND THE RISE OF UKRAINIAN FASHION ON THE RIVIERA
emotion even a hint of envy. That idea became the foundation of everything I built. It gave me freedom, pride, and, ultimately, a sustainable business.
Your boutique is dedicated entirely to Ukrainian designers — what sensibility guides your curation, and how do you navigate the tension between creative expression, cultural narrative, and commercial relevance?
In business, I’m not driven by emotion I’m driven by strategy. My role is to translate creative vision into measurable results.
When selecting designers, I focus on four non-negotiables: product quality, professional reputation, marketing capability, and ambition. Our values and long-term vision must align completely.
Designers create; I build the structure that allows them to succeed commercially. That balance is essential.
Operating within the refined ecosystem of the French Riviera, where taste is both elevated and exacting, how have you translated Ukrainian design into a language that resonates with a global clientele?
To be honest, we will never be fully understood by the French audience and that’s not something you can control. What you can control is positioning.
Nice is a strategic choice: a global tourist hub, home to tens of thousands of Ukrainians, and a city with constant movement. In the right location, you don’t need to convince everyone you simply attract your audience.
What truly works in our favor is the emotional power of Ukrainian design. It’s bold, expressive, and impossible to ignore. It invites curiosity people want to touch, try, experience it. Even the stereotype of Ukrainian beauty works as an entry point; it creates intrigue.
There’s also genuine support. Many Europeans want to stand with Ukraine, and for some, my boutique is their first direct encounter with Ukrainian culture. That comes with responsibility. If their experience is exceptional, it shapes their perception of an entire country.
What you’ve built extends beyond a retail space into a considered business framework — how would you define the architecture of your model, and what makes it both adaptable and resilient in today’s fashion economy?
Business leaves no room for illusion. Creativity is important, but only when it’s built on a solid operational and financial foundation.
Before launching, my team and I spent a full year developing the strategy every process, every scenario, every calculation. And only after a year of operating the boutique could I confidently say: now we truly understand what works.
Resilience comes from systems, not inspiration. In an industry often driven by perception as much as perfor-
mance, where do you see founders misstep when launching a boutique, and how has your own understanding of risk and intuition evolved over time?
There are three critical mistakes.
First expecting fast or easy results. Miscalculating timelines and lacking financial reserves. There were moments I thought everything was falling apart, but understanding that setbacks are part of the process allowed me to stay focused. Social media has created a dangerous illusion of instant success.
Second having no contingency strategy. You need three scenarios at all times: optimistic, realistic, and pessimistic.
Third the wrong people. Nothing destroys a business faster than unreliable partners or an unprofessional team. This is where intuition becomes essential knowing who to trust, and when to walk away.
For me, risk is always calculated. I can accept financial loss within a defined limit. What I will never risk is working with the wrong people.
As you begin to share your methodology with others, how do you envision the future of independent concept stores, and what place will culturally rooted brands hold in an increasingly globalised fashion landscape?
I’m certain this concept can succeed in at least ten to fifteen more cities. But what excites me now even more than expansion is sharing the system behind it.
Independent concept stores will only grow stronger especially those with a clear cultural identity. In a globalized world, authenticity becomes the ultimate luxury.
And culturally rooted brands? They’re not a niche. They’re the future.
On the French Riviera, luxury is not simply a product—it is a culture, a rhythm, a way of life. Defined by discretion, excellence, and the ability to anticipate desires before they are spoken, luxury here is lived rather than displayed.
Riviera Choice was born from this philosophy, shaped by over two decades of immersion in the international yachting industry and the world of ultra-luxury lifestyle management. At its heart stands Yuliya Guérin, a result- and success-oriented professional with more than 20 years of experience, working closely with Ultra High Net Worth Individuals (UHNW) from around the globe.
Her career has been guided by one belief: true luxury is personal, emotional, and unforgettable.
“Excellence is never accidental. It is the result of preparation, intuition, and a genuine passion for people.”
With deep expertise in yacht charters, yacht sales and acquisitions, and bespoke lifestyle services, Yuliya has built a reputation for precision, discretion, and an intuitive understanding of elite client expectations.
Over the years, she has been present at the world’s most prestigious events—the Monaco Formula 1 Grand Prix, Cannes Film Festival, international red carpet premieres, fashion shows, sporting events, investment congresses, and award ceremonies. These experiences have refined her vision of luxury, exclusivity, and excellence at the highest level.
By Yuliya Guérin, Founder & CEO
A BESPOKE VISION OF LUXURY
Founded with a clear ambition, Riviera Choice is a luxury lifestyle brand dedicated to making every client feel genuinely exceptional. There are no standard packages and no predefined paths—only tailor-made journeys, crafted with care and intention.
From private yacht charters along the Côte d’Azur to yacht sales and unforgettable onboard experiences, Riviera Choice operates with one objective: to exceed expectations effortlessly, while maintaining absolute discretion.
Recognizing the evolving needs of her international clientele, Yuliya expanded Riviera Choice’s services to include luxury villas for rent and sale between Monaco and SaintTropez. This natural evolution allows clients to enjoy a seamless lifestyle experience, where sea and land come together in perfect harmony.
Each villa—whether contemporary or timeless—is selected according to the brand’s core values: exclusivity, architectural elegance, prime locations, privacy, and comfort.
What truly distinguishes Riviera Choice is its philosophy. In a world of overstated luxury, the brand chooses authenticity over excess, relationships over transactions, and long-term trust over short-term results. Yuliya Guérin remains personally involved in every project, ensuring that each experience reflects her values of integrity, excellence, and passion.
“My mission is not to sell yachts or villas, but to create lifestyles, moments, and memories that last.”
LOOKING FORWARD
Today, Riviera Choice continues to grow as a refined luxury lifestyle platform, connecting yachting, real estate, exclusive events, and bespoke experiences into one coherent vision.
For those wishing to discover the full universe of Riviera Choice and begin a personalized journey, all information and private inquiries are available at www.riviera-choice.com
Each request is handled with the utmost discretion and personal attention from the very first contact.
