The Shibutanis Thread 6: Paradise Found

[Dobre]

If you have access to the Kiss & Cry, go to the "Dance-Pairs Chicago" thread and follow the advice in posts #9 & #12. I think you will find yourselves watching a sibling team growing up with the Shibs as role models. (Check out the final position in the twizzle sequence). Also--like the Shibs--a sibling team with a great connection with each other on the ice and with the audience.

 

[VGThuy]

According to the Shibs' latest Insta post, 600+ people showed up for their panel at KCon. I was honestly surprised they were having a panel at KConLA since their only ties to KPop was Eric Nam and sending gifts to BTS, but I realized KCon is more than just KPop and them being Korean ambassadors, competing at the Olys in Korea, and doing videos for the Korean embassy made them qualify for a panel. Plus it was justified with all those people showing up.

 

[VGThuy]

So Alex and Maia are in a big photospread for the September issue of Vogue:

https://instagram.com/p/Bmd4oFUnkxt/

That’s pretty major. I’m like some aunt who is crazy proud and constantly surprised by their success. Maybe I need to stop being surprised and just accept it. There are no ice dance politicks in the real world.

 

[Rukia]

So Alex and Maia are in a big photospread for the September issue of Vogue:

https://instagram.com/p/Bmd4oFUnkxt/

That’s pretty major. I’m like some aunt who is crazy proud and constantly surprised by their success. Maybe I need to stop being surprised and just accept it. There are no ice dance politicks in the real world.

Ohhh I can't wait to see this. I'm so happy for them.

 

[suki]

So Alex and Maia are in a big photospread for the September issue of Vogue:

https://instagram.com/p/Bmd4oFUnkxt/

That’s pretty major. I’m like some aunt who is crazy proud and constantly surprised by their success. Maybe I need to stop being surprised and just accept it. There are no ice dance politicks in the real world.

I've subscribed to Vogue for decades. I've been very disappointed with the magazine in the last two years due to its focus on one-trick models (yeah, I'm looking at you dead-eyes Kendall Jenner and Hadid sisters) who couldn't hold a candle to past Vogue models such as Christy Turlington and Liya Kebede. But Vogue, you have redeemed yourself by including the Shibs in your September issue. Shibs forever!!!

 

[SCeline]

Making it into the "September Issue" of VOGUE is definitely LEGIT!, a huge deal in the world of media/fashion/celebrity. The spread: "34 Stars Who Continue to Shine on a Global Stage"

It's well known that there's a very rigorous vetting process, even just for consideration in a major thematic spread. Those invited, get flown in, made up, dressed, etc., then pose for some of the most elite fashion photographers/portraitists in the world.

But even then, there is no guarantee of making it into the print issue. Especially the September issue.
It's Anna Wintour's final call who makes it and who doesn't.
Kudos for the Shibs for being "given the nod."

<insert bow down emoji> Just, wow.

 

[Mrs. P]

And it's the Beyonce issue too! Which is double exciting, cause lots of people will likely see it. Will have to find a copy.

 

[suki]

And it's the Beyonce issue too! Which is double exciting, cause lots of people will likely see it. Will have to find a copy.

Mrs. P, you should have no problem handling the size and weight of the September issue. It probably weighs more than Baby P did as a newborn

 

[Mrs. P]

Mrs. P, you should have no problem handling the size and weight of the September issue. It probably weighs more than Baby P did as a newborn

Which probably wouldn't be hard to do since she only weighted 6 pounds, LOL.

And oh hey, new video from K-CON!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4sO0YcT1chk

And apparently they're going to be in some Fine Brothers Entertainment videos! Exciting!

 

[VGThuy]

Which probably wouldn't be hard to do since she only weighted 6 pounds, LOL.

And oh hey, new video from K-CON!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4sO0YcT1chk

And apparently they're going to be in some Fine Brothers Entertainment videos! Exciting!

I wonder what they'll be reacting to.

That K-CON panel looked crazy! So many people.

 

[VGThuy]

Here's the Shibs' piece in Vogue:

https://www.vogue.com/article/34-stars-global-stage-vogue-september-issue

 

[VGThuy]

Glad to see THE JoJo Starbuck congratulate the Shibs on their appearance in Vogue:

https://twitter.com/StarbuckJoJo/status/1030465474021142528

 

[Sylvia]

Is anyone here going to one of the Crazy Rich Asians showings hosted by Maia & Alex today in LA and tomorrow in Livonia, Michigan? https://mobile.twitter.com/ShibSibs/status/1029167064810803200

 

[VGThuy]

Is anyone here going to one of the Crazy Rich Asians showings hosted by Maia & Alex today in LA and tomorrow in Livonia, Michigan? https://mobile.twitter.com/ShibSibs/status/1029167064810803200

In one of the IG posts with the Shibs and others at their showing in Universal, with this film, To All the Boys I've Loved, and other Asian-American milestones happening, someone commented that the Shibs started Asian-American year back in February. I could get down with that.

 

[Sylvia]

Alex & Maia Shibutani Talk Performing at the Olympics & How BTS Inspires Them (Aug. 27): https://www.billboard.com/articles/columns/pop/8472128/alex-maia-shibutani-interview

 

[skatingguy]

[B]Alex Shibutani[/B]‏Verified account @[B]AlexShibutani[/B] 11h11 hours ago
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First time at the @usopen last night! Much love to the @RalphLauren fam for hosting us! Hey @MaiaShibutani... time to start practicing so we can play mixed doubles. #USOpen
https://twitter.com/AlexShibutani/status/1037656861972066304

 

[Sylvia]

Shibs are enjoying New York Fashion Week...

Maia (and Alex) just attended the Tory Burch show: https://www.instagram.com/p/BnbT0tEATEK/?taken-by=maiashibutani

 

[Cayuse]

Shibs are enjoying New York Fashion Week...

Maia (and Alex) just attended the Tory Burch show: https://www.instagram.com/p/BnbT0tEATEK/?taken-by=maiashibutani

Maia's dress is reminiscent of one of Nathan's Vera Wang costumes. Doesn't seem to be her style.

 

[SCeline]

Tory Burch and her team seemed to be proud to have dressed Maia for the occasion, posting from her own account. (Click the right arrow for a view of Maia's outfit)
https://www.instagram.com/p/BncsshHBtF5/?taken-by=toryburch

A really lovely photo series, highlighting the event and the line @torysport.
https://www.instagram.com/p/BncJWLUA89f/?taken-by=maiashibutani

So like the Shibs. Telling a story, intelligently and with thoughtful attention to detail.
Will miss them on the competitive circuit this season.

 

[SCeline]

Enjoying keeping tabs on the Shibs at Fashion Week. Very busy being dressed by sponsors and various designers. Clips they share from their IG stories indicate some prized "front row" seats.

At the Ralph Lauren 50th anniversary show. They were sponsored RL athletes during the Olympics
https://www.instagram.com/p/Bne7aq-gD4N/?hl=en&taken-by=maiashibutani
https://www.instagram.com/p/BnccI4Kg_GD/?hl=en&taken-by=maiashibutani

Prabul Gurung - who designed for Crazy Rich Asians and dressed Maia and Alex for the movie's Hollywood premiere
https://www.instagram.com/p/BnhqODCg5FP/?hl=en&taken-by=maiashibutani
https://www.instagram.com/p/BnkWyokgKGW/?hl=en&taken-by=maiashibutani
https://www.instagram.com/p/BnjXJ12hdod/?hl=en&taken-by=alexshibutani (Alex as "umbrella man" as captured by photographers at the event. I think Maia looks stunning in this dress. They both fit right in to the whole scene.)

Philip Lim
https://www.instagram.com/p/Bnj_H-2g0R-/?hl=en&taken-by=maiashibutani
https://www.instagram.com/p/BnkWm1-h0U1/?hl=en&taken-by=alexshibutani

 

[Sylvia]

Maia and Alex are participating in this tomorrow (they had a photo shoot with Nigel Barker today): https://www.laureususa.com/event/fashion-show/

 

[Rukia]

Maia and Alex are participating in this tomorrow (they had a photo shoot with Nigel Barker today): https://www.laureususa.com/event/fashion-show/

Noted Fashion Photographer Nigel Barker??

They are tearing it up at NYFW. Also looks like they are going to China for a show.

 

[SCeline]

Add another front row/being dressed by/for list for the Shibs. On fire this week

Michael Kors
https://www.instagram.com/p/BnpBomVABf_/?hl=en&taken-by=maiashibutani

Looks like Maia and Alex will actually walk in a show themselves, as part of the Laureus event at the Mercedes Benz dealership in NYC. Joining quite a collection of legendary athletes including Tony Hawk, Nadia Comenici, Carl Lewis, Edwin Moses, Missy Franklin, Kerry Walsh Jennings. Hope they post some clips to their IG stories.

 

[Cayuse]

Finally, Alex on the runway! He could also do a terrific job as the narrator--pass him the microphone. What a fun event idea to dress up the athletes. Not too many size 4 and under in that group--though Maia probably is that small!

 

[VGThuy]

Man, the Shibs are looking FRESH. I see they're headed to Shanghai from New York (exchanged places!). I think they worked on new music. I think they're going to show us a new program. I hope it's televised.

The Shibs are really having a Glow Up before our very eyes. I wonder how many young American ice dance teams are following them on social media and thinking that that can be them one day enjoying the fruits of their labor.

 

[VGThuy]

The Shibs flew straight from Shanghai to attend the Netflix Emmy Party. Maia’s latest IG post confused people into thinking Netflix is producing a show about them .

https://instagram.com/p/Bn4up_zga2j/

All invitees at the Netflix party were able to take videos like this.

 

[GloriaW]

At Stars On Ice China show in Shanghai there was an audience vote for Fan's top 3 favorites. Even an award ceremony of sorts on the ice.
The winners were Plushenko, Pang and Tong and Maia and Alex!
So cool to see them so loved wherever they go. This time in China!

 

[VGThuy]

At Stars On Ice China show in Shanghai there was an audience vote for Fan's top 3 favorites. Even an award ceremony of sorts on the ice.
The winners were Plushenko, Pang and Tong and Maia and Alex!
So cool to see them so loved wherever they go. This time in China!

That's so nice especially since they weren't invited for the gala at 2015 Worlds in Shanghai.

 

[SCeline]

Pics from the Emmys earlier this week.
Alex always looks sharp in a suit or tux, but I thought Maia looked gorgeous dressed by Prabul Garung.
The fashion magazines agree.

Cosmopolitan Magazine included Maia and Alex in their gallery of the Best Dressed List 2018 Emmy Awards Parties
https://www.cosmopolitan.com/style-beauty/fashion/g23281565/emmys-after-party-dresses-2018/?slide=29

ELLE Magazine - The Best Photos of Celebrities at the Emmys After Parties (17/35)
https://www.elle.com/culture/celebrities/g23120880/emmy-2018-after-party-celebrity-photos/?slide=17

 

[VGThuy]

What's impressive is that I think they came back from Shanghai that very day and were super jet lagged.