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Profile of the Moment

GERARD VALLECELLO

| By Natalie King

Stylist Gerard Vallecello blends his European aesthetic with the

innate glamour that he radiates. He dresses some of the most

notable Hollywood starlets and also the women in his life that he

finds inspirational. Recently he worked with Lisa Collamore Tocci,

Director of Ovations for the Cure, Chic: Cure her in Couture events,

and styled a mother and philanthropist with the intention to

showcase a woman who radiates an inner beauty and strength that

is eternally fabulous.

His company, GV Enterprises LLC, specializes in fashion

consulting, editorial direction, fashion event coordination and the

styling of several public figures and celebrities for red carpet and

promotional appearances worldwide. Rarely do you come across a

stylist that elicits such charm, and his appreciation of quality and

timelessness is a much-welcomed attribute. Gerard possesses the kind of jet-set sophistication common among the

fashion industry, but his appeal is most greatly evident in his kind and caring nature, and ability to enhance the beauty in

life.

UPSCALE LIVING MAGAZINE: Where did you grow up, and where do you live now?

GERARD: I grew up between Spain, Italy & France while attending boarding schools. Later on reaching the age of 12, I

moved with my father to the country of Guatemala, my father who is a doctor was conducting studies on epidemidiology

there. After that I moved back to America and enrolled in high school and college in the city of Providence RI. I've also lived

in Miami Beach Fl. and Boston Ma. I now live in New York City.

UPSCALE LIVING MAGAZINE: Did your European upbringing influence your style?

GERARD: Yes of course, the elegance and style that naturally flows thru out the air of Europe has definably made an

impact on my style yet it doesn't define it. One’s personal style should be achieved by one’s on personality.

UPSCALE LIVING MAGAZINE: Who are your favorite designers?

GERARD: I have many favorite brands; as for actual designers I am very found of Tom Ford’s work

now and before while at house of Gucci. I adore John Galliano for Dior. Elie Saab and I will say my forever favorite is Yves

Saint Laurent for his early work and for the work he did while he was the head of his house I also think Stefano Pilati does

for a great job designing for the brand. Marquesa, Carolina Herrera & Oscar De la Renta remain very close to my heart.

UPSCALE LIVING MAGAZINE: What is your inspiration in life?

GERARD: My inspiration is the beauty that is given to us by the world around us and that many of us fail to or ignore to

see. The sky, trees, oceans, deserts, the beauty of nature. The appetite of life and glamour inspires me everyday.

UPSCALE LIVING MAGAZINE: Who is your favorite client?

GERARD: Seeing Kerry Underwood happy on the red carpet has always been a pleasure.

UPSCALE LIVING MAGAZINE: Who is your dream client?

GERARD: Angelina Jolie Pitt

UPSCALE LIVING MAGAZINE: What is your favorite red carpet moment?

GERARD: The forever-beautiful Penelope Cruz in Atelier Versace for the 2007, 81st academy Awards (The Oscars)

UPSCALE LIVING MAGAZINE: What is your best styling advise for women?

GERARD: Be confident when you dress. It is not an easy task but it is easily achieved by self-acceptance and self-

honesty as well as trusting your stylist.

UPSCALE LIVING MAGAZINE: Name your essential accessories for men and women?

GERARD: For men: A quality briefcase, great pair sunglasses, a nice pair of black and brown shoes, mouth spray and

pinky gold ring. For woman: Your it bag, (a lot can be said by the bag a woman carries), an evening clutch, a great pair of

pumps & flats, a pair studded diamond earrings, an eyelash curler and a powerful yet clean mascara.

UPSCALE LIVING MAGAZINE: When do you feel the most fulfilled?

GERARD: When I am working and when get to spend time with my not many but very good friends. I also love to spend

time with my mother.

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A quote to live by: " Take many pictures, laugh too much, and love like you’ve never been hurt before, because every 60 seconds you spend angry or upset is a minute of happiness you’ll never get back".