Madison McKinley

Always shaking things up, Madison McKinley gets unplugged having fun in the sun at Hermosa Beach

By Jianna Ferrari and Terry Check
Photography: Terry Check – for MODE
Photo Retouch: Alyssa Delaura
Model: Madison McKinley
Stylist: Julia Perry and Xavier Othon
Assistant Stylist: Clare Bachman
Makeup: Mandy Artusato
Hair: Monica Escalante
Design: MODE STUDIO

EDITORIAL…

Madison McKinley on Cover May/June 2015 Mode Lifestyle Magazine

Ombre print dress by Rajdeep Ranwat www.ranawat.com
White platform open toe sandals by Alexandra G. www.alexandrag.com
Ring by Phillip Gavriel www.phillipgabriel.com
Blue saffiano dome shape satchel by SuSu Handbags.www.susuhandbags.com

Madison McKinley – Feature- May/June 2015 Mode Lifestyle Magazine, Page 82-83

Madison is famously known for walking out on the set of the Bachelor but her career began before that in Manhattan Beach when the then 18 year old college student entered the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit competition, becoming a finalist and winning a Next Modeling contract. It was decision time; continue her studies in international business at University of Colorado, or travel the world modeling in advertising campaigns. Well, she didn’t want to pass up the opportunity of modeling on the world stage, and she could always return to college. After working a few years in Japan, Greece, Germany, Australia and England, Madison McKinley, known then by her birth name as Madison Garton, settled in New York City continuing her modeling career while she attended improv and scene study classes. Her perseverance paid off with acting roles in 30 Rock, Rescue Me, Kings and White Collar as well as Off- Broadway theatrical shows.

Madison McKinley – May/June 2015 Mode Lifestyle Magazine, Page 84-85

Yellow metallic strapless sundress by
Miss Bikini. www.missbikini.com
Shoes by Alexandra G. www.alexandrag.com
Gold bracelet by Charles Albert.
www.charlesalbert.com
Vintage sunglasses by Christian Dior

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With all going well, she decided to apply for the casting of “The Bachelor” show (15th season), and was selected as one of the 30 suitors seeking the love and marriage proposal of the two-time bachelor, Brad Womack. Always being a little different or shall we say “out of the box”, on the first episode as she stepped out of the limo looking like a supermodel, she greeted Womack with a smile and kiss. Catching the attention of the bachelor and 18 million viewers, he immediately took notice of her beauty and Vampire-like, shiny white fangs. What’s with the fangs? “It’s for fun definitely” she remarked, “I like to spice things up. I was always enamored with the Vampire thing”.

Madison McKinley – May/June 2015 Mode Lifestyle Magazine, Page 86-87

Yellow and white hibiscus print bikini with flowers by Miss Bikini www.missbikini.com
Pastel floral print tiered skirt by
Miss Bikini www.missbikini.com
Dragonfly earrings by
Phillip Gavrielwww.phillipgabriel.com
Silver dragonfly cuff by
Phillip Gavriel www.phillipgabriel.com
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Yellow and white hibiscus print bikini with flowers by Miss Bikini www.missbikini.com
Dragonfly earrings by
Phillip Gavriel www.phillipgabriel.com

Madison McKinley – May/June 2015 Mode Lifestyle Magazine, Page 88-89

Tank and shorts by Chinyere
Cuff by Lucia Garcia – For The Stars Fashion House
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Navy blue wide brimmed hat by
Gladys Tamez. www.gladystamez.com
White bandeau bikini with flowers by Miss Bikini. www.missbikini.com
Navy blue mini skirt with large triangle rhinestones by Endless Rose.
www.endlessrose.com
White platform open toe sandals by Alexandra G. www.alexandrag.com

After getting roses the first two weeks, Madison decided that true love for her was not to be found on a television show, and decided to walk out of the rose ceremony during the third week. Afterwards, Madison appeared on several talk shows earning her the admiration and respect of public opinion.

Madison McKinley – May/June 2015 Mode Lifestyle Magazine, Page 90-91

Nude mini dress with white lace overlay and faux leather stripes by Endless Rose. www.endlessrose.com
White platform open toe sandals by
Alexandra G. www.alexandrag.com
Gold goddess amethyst cuff by
Charles Albert. www.charlesalbert.com
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Yellow blouse by Catriona Hanly.
www.catrionahanly.com
Off white mini skirt with yellow sequin flowers and gold sequin lining by
Endless Rose. www.endlessrose.com
Sterling silver multicolored gemstone bar earrings by Charles Albert.
www.charlesalbert.com
Pink sandals by Alexandra G.
www.alexandrag.com

Soon, casting directors were calling her agent, instead of having to pursue every casting call and awaiting return phone calls. Gaining several acting roles in films such as “The Smurfs” with Sofia Vergara, “The Wolf of Wall Street” with Leonardo DiCaprio and Margot Robbie and “The Other Woman” with Cameron Diaz and Kate Upton, Madison enhanced her acting skills as she learned from the best actors in the industry. In 2015, her career became even better with roles in the TV series, “Orange Is the New Black” (June 12th release), and the feature films, “Palm Springs” and “Kensho at the Bedfellow”.

Madison McKinley – May/June 2015 Mode Lifestyle Magazine, Page 92-93

Blue chiffon sleeveless dress with yellow vine embroidered overlay by Endless Rose. www.endlessrose.com
Moonstone Earrings by Phillip Gavriel www.phillipgabriel.com

Stay tuned for Madison McKinley in Martin Scorsese’s and Mick Jagger’s HBO series chronicling the late 70’s music world through the eyes of a drug-addicted record executive. According to a press release, the show will focus on the “drug and sex-fueled music business as punk and disco were breaking out.” Bobby Cannavale will star as Richie Finestra, the president of American Century Records; Olivia Wilde plays his wife as Devon, and Madison McKinley as his mistress, Natalie.

After a brief respite enjoying the amenities of the Beach House Hotel, Madison headed to North Carolina to play the lead role, Holly, in the feature film, “Branded” opposite Quinton Aaron from The Blind Side. Before leaving, Madison modeled a few looks from her summer wardrobe for Mode Lifestyle Magazine.

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Location:

Southern California is blessed with a magnificent coastline from rocky outlooks to sandy beaches. If a soft sandy beach, locally owned restaurants and pedestrian-friendly coastal pathway (called The Strand, 26 miles long) appeals to you, then there is no better destination than The Beach House Hotel located on the beach at 1300 The Strand, Hermosa Beach, CA. Check it out at www.beach-house.com or 310-374-3001. Enjoy the hospitality of the staff, balcony views overlooking the ocean and romance of an in-room fireplace.

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