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Designer on focus| Demna Gvasalia
Let’s talk about Demna. No surname necessary. Once the darling of the fashion underground, Demna Gvasalia rose through the ranks with an approach that felt punk, post-ironic, and totally disruptive. But now? Some say he’s more about performance than product and we’re not entirely disagreeing.
Continue readingDesigner on focus| Brandon Blackwood
The Bag Whisperer Who Turned a Side Hustle into a Fashion Powerhouse
Brandon Blackwood didn’t just break into fashion he strutted in with a tote that said, “End Systemic Racism,” and the world took notice. Born in Brooklyn and raised between NYC and Tokyo, Blackwood initially pursued neuroscience in College. However, his passion for fashion led him to switch majors and eventually launch his eponymous brand in 2015.
Continue readingDesigner on focus| Gianni Versace
The Man, The Myth, The Medusa
Gianni Versace wasn’t just a designer he was a visionary. Born in Reggio Calabria, Italy, he grew up watching his mother work as a seamstress, absorbing the artistry of garment-making from a young age. In 1978, he launched his first independent collection in Milan, a daring display of bold prints, metallics, and body-hugging silhouettes that instantly turned heads.
Continue readingDesigner on Focus| Marc Jacobs
Marc Jacobs is a name synonymous with bold creativity and rebellious elegance. His foray into fashion began at Parsons School of Design, where he won the prestigious Perry Ellis Gold Thimble Award. Shortly after, he made waves by designing the grunge collection for Perry Ellis in 1992—a moment that got him fired but cemented his reputation as a visionary.
Continue readingDesigner on focus| Elsa Schiaparelli
The Surrealist Pioneer of High Fashion
Elsa Schiaparelli, a trailblazer in the world of haute couture, brought a daring and imaginative spirit to fashion. Born into an aristocratic Italian family in Rome, Schiaparelli’s creative journey began in Paris during the 1920s. Inspired by the avant-garde art movements of the time, she launched her first collection of hand-knitted sweaters featuring trompe-l’œil designs, instantly capturing the world’s attention.
Continue readingDesigner on focus| Coco Chanel
The Woman Who Changed Fashion Forever
Coco Chanel, born Gabrielle Bonheur Chanel in 1883, transformed fashion with her innovative designs and timeless elegance. Starting with humble beginnings as a milliner, Chanel introduced a modern aesthetic that freed women from the constraints of corsets. Her revolutionary designs, such as the little black dress, tweed suits, and Chanel No. 5 perfume, redefined femininity and cemented her legacy as a pioneer of 20th-century fashion.
Continue readingDesigner on focus| Yves Saint Laurent
A Fashion Icon’s Journey
Yves Saint Laurent, born in 1936 in Oran, Algeria, was a shy and artistic child who passion for fashion emerged early, and by his teens, he was designing dresses for his mother and sisters.
Continue readingDesigner on focus| Salvatore Ferragamo
A Journey from Humble Beginnings to Fashion Icon
Salvatore Ferragamo, born in 1898 in Bonito, Italy, grew up in a large family with humble means. Despite his modest upbringing, Ferragamo’s fascination with shoemaking began at a young age. At just nine years old, he crafted his first pair of shoes for his sister’s confirmation, igniting a passion that would shape his entire life.
Continue readingDesigner on focus| Jimmy Choo
The Legacy of a Legendary Shoe Designer
Jimmy Choo, a name synonymous with luxury and elegance, began his journey into shoe design in the bustling city of Penang, Malaysia, where he was born into a family of shoemakers. His passion for creating beautiful footwear was evident from a young age, and he honed his craft at the Cordwainers Technical College in London.
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