In an age where activism is a central aspect of society, the fashion industry has also embraced advocacy. Renowned designers such as Burberry, Gucci, Chanel and Prada address issues through presenting ideas in fashion campaigns and promoting diversity in runway shows, merging styles from world citizens and origins into their catwalks.
Dan Liu presented his spring/summer 2019 collection on September 11th 2019 at the NYFW: The Shows. The collection’s theme was nowadays Japan.
The theme of the collection was translated well into the everyday pieces. Starting with the opening dance of Kitsune versus Kyou, the struggle of keeping Japanese heritage alive in a modern world was definitely present.
Six styles of white dresses opened the show, which allowed the viewer to appreciate the sharp angles of the geisha-inspired makeup. The purity of the color, could mean the death of old Japanese culture which was reinvented with the following looks.
The seventh look which disrupted the all-white entrance, was a crisp shirt dress with red and blue musical notes adorning the light fabric. The model came out with a lucky cat eye mask, possibly symbolizing a positive new beginning.
The repertoire had a subtle essence of the Japanese subculture of Harajuku. It was applied to the feminine dresses in a way that elevated the clothes. This was seen in small lace details, thin ruffles and pastel color combinations.
Dan Liu succeeded in telling a cohesive story through simple pieces that stood out thanks to the well-made execution and attention to details.
The Australian born brand, nANA jUDY unveiled its SS19 Collection at Spring Studios during New York Fashion Week last Thursday.
Eleven Australian designers took New York Fashion Week by storm Friday afternoon at Industria Studios. Hosted by Fashion Palette, an organization designed to promote Australian collections to a panel of elite buyers in the Big Apple, the show featured pieces from crowned glittering gowns to soft activewear.
Influenced by multiculturalism and inspired by the ideal of harmony between humans and the natural world, emerging brands ARANYANI and KavenLiu DIMOR presented their Spring/Summer 2019 collections at the eleventh annual Nolcha Shows during New York Fashion Week. The Nolcha Shows are a platform for independent designers to showcase their innovative designs to a global audience, allowing opportunities for discovery.
Twice a year the streets of New York are flooded with celebrities and paparazzi. Everyone is running around even more than usual and it feels like you have been transported into a reality show. That time of the year is New York Fashion Week.
Independent artists debuted bold new pieces and refreshing twists on classic designs in the Pier 59 studio on Saturday afternoon.
On September 5th, ready-to-wear women’s clothing brand KÛR launched its Spring and Summer collection “Compact Traveller” with a fashion show, featuring a hybrid of business casual and leisure looks.
In case you missed it, New York Fashion Week: The Shows is officially upon us.
The revolution of the internet has made access to international fashion as easy as a touch of a button from the comfort of a couch.