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The Power of Cloth and Why We Should Care | EDGE Talks to Abiola Onabule

In an age of socioeconomic inequalities, climate crisis, and a pandemic, characterized by accelerated technological advances and new working models, design plays a crucial role in supporting the ways we care for ourselves, each other and the planet.  Managing resources equitably and sustainably is vital for ecological resilience. The Design Museum, United Kingdom, Designers in […]

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Fashion for the Soul | EDGE Talks to Maital Levitan

Soul – the Dictionary definition is an emotional or intellectual energy or intensity, especially as revealed in a work of art or an artistic performance. Maital Levitan personifies this artistic practice with a body of work that reveals an emotionally charged narrative.  She is a fearless storyteller producing bold designs that are relevant with a […]

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Unconventional Is the Norm | EDGE Talks to Alena Kalana

One thing I want to do is figure out a better way to leave less of a footprint. I am not at all interested in mass production. What I create is art. – Alena Kalana A high school fashion course led Alena Kalana to give fashion design a serious thought. This award winning designer’s passion […]

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Art and Its Magical Therapy | EDGE Talks to Susan Tancer

Brain cancer survivor, Susan Tancer, creates one-of-a-kind functional art. Painting became a therapeutic escape from cancer treatment.  After being diagnosed with brain cancer in 2004, this former marketing and public relations professional developed a passion for painting.  Suffering from the effects of chemotherapy, painting seemed the one thing to take her mind off of it.  This […]

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The Mastering of Fashion Design | EDGE Talks to Hera Zhou

This was an experience that you can’t get in school; it is like a master teaching their apprentice. – Hera Zhou “Being in Paris is a dream city for a fashion designer”, says Hera Zhou, and she seized the opportunity with no hesitation.  Imagine working at the Louvre Museum, looking at sketches from famed couture […]

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Creative Power Disrupts the System | EDGE Talks to Peivand Mirzaie

Breaking the rules, disrupting the fashion system is easier than you think. Fashion designer, Peivand Mirzaie has made a mark on breaking the rules, disrupting the system, while embracing the power of fashion.  She has gone beyond the ‘system’ in her designs, pushing concept over saleability; in her choice of education, wanting more freedom and […]

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GAiETY uP | EDGE Talks to Patrick Kevin Francisco

If there’s a word to describe “GAiETY uP” it would be EXUBERANT – Patrick Kevin Francisco Patrick Kevin Francisco has been on the EDGE Radar for some time and is definitely an up and coming designer to watch.  A fashion show award winner and recent graduate from the Art Institute of California – Hollywood, he […]

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Stop! In Front of Time | EDGE Interviews Francesco Rasola

Francesco Rasola‘s new collection, “It’s Just Matter of Time”, expresses this Italian fashion designer’s gift in executing a look that defies mainstream [repetitive] fashion, brings meaning to the artistry of fashion, and showcases how the trajectory of our culture impacts fashion.  He embraced the concept of time and has given us something we never expected, not only […]

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Next Generation of Fashion Designers on the EDGE Radar

Who are the ‘ones to watch’?  The next generation of emerging designers who have got the edge [EDGE] are, quite simply, coming from the art and fashion schools. The Art Institute of California showcased, what I would call, the ‘next generation’ of designers at the Art Hearts Fashion, international fashion week production, in Los Angeles.  […]

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The Language of Fashion | An Interview with Mena Lombard

. . . A woman’s story through her wardrobe. . .I feel like I’ve invented a language that turns to be their chosen form of communication. Mena Lombard, Designer I was intrigued to interview Mena Lombard, the Uruguayan born designer with a fashion brand of her namesake.   As a witness to her runway show during […]

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The Art of Costuming. . .A Conversation With Alex Jaeger

What is the magic behind the art of costuming? It’s magical by its very nature.  In doing my research I learn about different cultures, different times.  I work with and learn from all kinds of creative people and then create a magical experience for the audience.  What could be better? – Alex Jaeger, Costume Designer […]

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Art Hearts Fashion LAFW | EDGE Interviews Michael Ngo

Michael Ngo is a rising star in the EDGE [emerging designer] community.  We last connected with him in March when he launched his first fashion show, LA Fashion Council [LAFC] | LA Fashion Week.  Seven months later he has presented his latest collection, SOVEREIGNS OF THE SΣΛ, at Art Hearts Fashion Los Angeles.

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