Exposure – on the runway; exhibitions; Lookbook; visual library – interviews.
31 fashion designers showcased their collection at The Art of Transformation Defined by You fashion show presented by the Art Institute of California [Ai]. For the first time, four southern Ai California campuses [of Argosy University] joined forces to produce one phenomenal show featuring final collections from graduating and recently graduated students. Claudine Papillon, CA […]
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In ten minutes the past few months of working on something is presented to the world. The show itself is over so fast, and for myself, I only see it on a playback video after it’s over. – Brendan M Combs, designer. With each show available for the viewing public, digitally, designers question where is the […]
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Fashion shows have become a media spectator sport at a high cost of entry for the designer. Is the 10 – 20 minute catwalk worth the investment in exposing their work, but more importantly getting that order from buyers? Read what emerging designers think of fashion shows. A mixed blessing?
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EDGE’s selection of the best of Arts Hearts Fashion designer showcase are Patrick Kevin Francisco, Alena Sablan, Jovani, and Jessie Liu. Out of 38 designers, these 4 meet the EDGE criteria of design excellence. Photo Credit: BEVERLY HILLS, CA – MARCH 17, Arun Nevader/Getty Images, Courtesy of Art Hearts Fashion More of Look at EDGE, click here. […]
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David Tupaz, the Hollywood based Filipino designer, is a true example of one who channels his passion through art, culture, and design. He speaks the EDGE philosophy.
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Antonella Commatteo labels her brand as a “fashion disruptor – fashion that lets you be who you want to be”. The look of her prior collections have been disruptive, undisciplined with no continuity as a collection. With this collection, there was discipline and a cohesive vision. She took a simpler approach by mixing a primary color palette […]
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The acclaimed designer, Richard Hallmarq, known for his star-making fame on Project Runway Season 11, presents his F/W 2017 collection at Style Fashion Week LA.
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Originality can be expressed in a designer’s artistic approach and/or in the brand’s cultural message. It can be as subtle as in the cut/make, color, and fabric. Creative originality and innovation start with the story, the concept, the purpose, and the “why” of the collection. Why should we be engaged?
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It’s really amazing to present something to the world of fashion and share the stage with people who have been doing this longer or have more notoriety. – LeGrand Leseur
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Well established big brands can start at $100,000, which can include venue, models, styling, hair and makeup, production, public relations, and livestreaming. Pay to play celebrities are in addition.
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Don’t let Fashion Week play you.
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Koko Nanga consumer is an Afropolitan at heart. Throughout my journey I have met/spoken to a variety of people from different countries, cultures, races. With this I have realized that you don’t have to be black to be Afropolitan. You simply have to have an affinity for Afro culture. – Maryanne E. Mokoko
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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.
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. . .where is the sense of design? Read on, these designers, [l-r] Michael Ngo, Amato Couture by Furne One, Rahil Hesan, & Marmar Halim, have it.
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Attention all aspiring fashionistas and those fascinated by the industry, Santa Barbara Fashion Week was a runway show full of inspiration, possibilities, and relevance.
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“Mind, heart, & hands” is Jodi de Marcos’ deep rooted belief and guidance for what she does.
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How are designs judged at a fashion show?
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A student fashion show is not just “show and tell”, but a collaborative educational experience that showcases student’s marketing, design, and event production talents. It’s applying the academics to real life. I wanted to learn more about the “what, why, and how” of producing a show by the student body and in particular how it […]
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. . . 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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Yes, there is a difference. The art of fashion – artistry; craftsmanship; attention to detail; creativity; innovation; bold and daring vision – defines fashion. Fashion is about advancing the design forward. Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only. Fashion is in the sky, in the street, fashion has to do with ideas, the […]
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The Chanel brand epitomizes a fashion brand that has stood the test of time through longevity, integrity, and creativity. Chanel continues to remain culturally relevant with a spirit of surprise and newness, yet staying true to its heritage.
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The gallery and museum venue represent a new era of exposition for emerging designers. Fashion designers are part of the creative community and as artists can showcase their work beyond the ‘runway’.
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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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