Heart-throb Sebastian Sauve returns to grace Schön! with his presence (see him here in Issue 11) in his second directorial project, ABC JiE. Setting the festive mood for this end of year, ABC JiE celebrates all things beautiful and party-related. Sebastian Sauve teamed up with photographer and creative director Christine Kolmegies, from S|HE IS Studio 91, to create this two part fashion film. Look into the fun side of hair with Toronto-based hair salon, JiE Prive. For the salon’s first anniversary, founder JiE Matar wanted to create something special, something focusing on these end of year rituals. At Schön! we like to celebrate in style, so have a look at this exclusive video, and be sure to watch this space for part two of ABC JiE. Until then… get your glad rags on, and paint the town!
Models / Taylor M, Eunique and Kristy @ Elmer Olson Models Make Up / JiiJ / Esteban Hair / Jie Matar/ Tony Pham Manicurist / Claudette Sousa Styling Assistant / Paolo Roldan Production / Haley Ma, Charlie Glassman, Bonita Mak
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Everything is dressed in shades of brown. The worn linoleum floor, the furnishings, even the cold coffee — its foam long collapsed and clinging to the rim of a Havana Club glass — sit motionless on the table. A student couple occupies the long corner bench. The cool, light-brown backrest contrasts with the dark seat beneath it. Above the soft strains of French guitar music drifting from the speakers, the woman’s voice hangs in the air, muted and familiar, carrying a sense of déjà vu.
Beige is a poem, a story of transformation, neither right nor wrong. It is a mood, a state of being, an origin. Beige is a natural colour.
paper dress + hat. Diego Martinez
shoes. Alga
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paper dress. Diego Martinez
shoes. Alga
paper dress. Diego Martinez
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paper dress. Diego Martinez
paper dress. Diego Martinez
painted paper dress. Diego Martinez
sunglasses. Loewe
gloves. Stylist’s Own
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painted paper dress. Diego Martinez
shoes. Alga
sunglasses. Loewe
gloves. Stylist’s Own
painted paper dress. Diego Martinez
shoes. Alga
sunglasses. Loewe
gloves. Stylist’s Own
body, boots + gloves. Stylist’s Own
metallic paper hat + accessories. Diego Martinez
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body + gloves. Stylist’s Own
dress. Arxe
shoes. Alga
paper flower. Diego Martinez
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dress. Arxe
shoes. Alga
paper flower. Diego Martinez
paper top. Diego Martinez
shorts. Adidas
boots. Yves Saint Laurent
paper top. Diego Martinez
shorts. Adidas
boots. Yves Saint Laurent
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paper top. Diego Martinez
shorts. Adidas
boots. Yves Saint Laurent
paper top. Diego Martinez
shorts. Adidas
boots. Yves Saint Laurent
Sasha Keable has all the makings of a classic powerhouse. Raw heartfelt lyrics, a captivating stage presence and immense vocals that seem to belt from the base of her soul. The British-Colombian singer has agrowing cult following with the likes of Beyoncé calling Keable one of her favourites. The best way to experience Keable’s show stopping vocals is seeing her live. In an exclusive documentary, Schön! captured the South London star in Berlin where she gave the crowd a show to remember with her rich tone and soulful delivery. Keable leaves it all on the stage and pulls back the curtain on the mind behind the music, telling Schön! that she’s not seeking perfection in her art, but authenticity.
What was on the playlist in your household growing up?
Honestly, everything. My mum would play music from genres like vallenatos & cumbia. Plus, a lot of rock and metal from my dad. I can’t even remember which bands but it was always a vibe.
What got you into singing initially?
My dad would print off tabs to play on guitar and I started to sing with him. After that music opened up. We would play and sing together after work and school.
What’s your favourite thing about your community as a South London Colombiana?
The two worlds together. I’d spent a lot of my early years in Elephant & Castle where there’s a big Latin community. That mixed with the South London life — where I’ve lived ever since — it’s shaped so much about me.
Will we be getting any songs in Spanish?
Yeah, it’s coming at some point. It has to feel right though and happen at the right moment. I’ve had some music to make before then. After that I can give time to writing in Spanish but it’s something I think about a lot.
What are your thoughts on the parasocial relationship your fans have with you?
I get why it happens, especially because people are curious or interested in a person. The vast majority of people are great and get it. It’s just the way the internet is, we’re so used to knowing everything about everyone.
Do you write from experience or fantasy?
Definitely experience but sometimes they blur. Like on “WHY,” that was me imagining a dream situation, manifesting it. When I exaggerate or twist things, it will always have started from something real. I can’t fake emotion.
Your live shows feel like a comedy set sometimes, how do you prepare?
I don’t rehearse the talking, if you couldn’t guess, that’s just me. I want it to feel like we’re all in the same room and are sharing something, not like I’m performing at people. The prep is more about stamina and making sure the vocals are the best they can be so I can actually enjoy it.
Do you have any thoughts on how R&B is received in the UK vs the US?
The US has a deeper legacy with it but the UK brings its own flavour. I think the new UK R&B wave is still carving out how it wants to be defined which is exciting, so ask me again in a few years.
Can you share some of the influences on your personal style?
It changes all the time. Generally, it’s pretty romantic with a touch of sexiness. I’ve got staples and silhouettes I like but I like to play around with textures and colours.
What does this current era of music say about you?
That I’m being more honest, less polished, more direct. I’m not trying to be perfect, I’m trying to be understood.
Will we ever see a Beyoncé collab now that she’s a fan?
Listen… that’s Beyoncé. You can’t speak on things like that. If she calls, she calls, but I’m just so grateful she’s listened to me and thrilled she knows I exist.
What can fans expect for the rest of the year?
More music, more shows, more everything. Catch you at the festivals.
This Schön! exclusive production has been brought to you by
production. CIRCLE STUDIOS x Saymyname executive production. Kelly-Lynn Tran + Will McKinney-Raphelt direction. Dorin Ben-David DOP. Sebastian Mowka
talent. Sasha Keable
edit + grading. Saymyname
2nd Camera. Oliver Mowka 3rd Camera. Liam Loose sound. Femi Bello + Rhea Sodemann
words. Shama Nasinde
