Miro Magazine Translated from Spanish Miró means ‘ I watch, I look,… We felt Miro was the right word to use. Miro magazine offers a view, a reflection on fashion and the way fashion is presented, understand and thought. Miro Magazine showcase his readers these different layers of fashion through interviews, editorials and lifestyle photography. Miro Magazine is a platform where (gender) diversity, multicultural society, environment are put upfront. We are not proposing guidelines but together with you we want to challenge the world’s perceptions of narrowly defined beauty. What we see here in this time and space is just a mirror reflection of what we might really see.
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Contributors Hark Karan
Josip Grabovac
Photographer contributor for London Fashion Week
( Customer search, style manager & reporter writer for Milan Fashion Week )
Mijean Rochus
Marc Vanderbiesen
Photographer editor in chief Miro Magazine
Commercial & redaction director
Horus crea
Graphic designer
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Ceci n’est pas Walter!
Walter Van Beirendonck AW19 collection Models: GaĂŤl & Felipe Galzaga Mua: Philippine Vanherck Photographer: Mijean Rochus
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Walter Van Beirendonck AW19 collection Models: GaĂŤl & Felipe Galzaga Mua: Philippine Vanherck Photographer: Mijean Rochus
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LONDON FASHION WEEK SPRING SUMMER 2020 ICEBERG SS20 Fashion Show On ICEBERG runway various tribes came out in full force. ICEBERG SS20 men’s collection has a tribute to the father of British pop art Sir Peter Blake and a special Art Denim capsule. We see that playful colours and quirky motifs have punctuated the aesthetic of the Italian luxury brand ever since. Credit pictures: Har Karan & Mijean Rochus
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MOWALOLA SS20 fashion show M*TH*R F*CK*R Mowalola’s interpretation of love in its most potent form. Looking at eccentric A-list couples of the 90s as a starting point (think Marilyn Manson and Dita Von Teese; Carmen Electra and Dennis Rodman), sexed-up silhouettes were in abundance. A fuchsia high-neck dress was left wide open at the front to reveal a model’s breasts, while neon-green cowhide two-pieces oozed 70s Americana on acid.
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AHLUWAHLIA Studio SS20 presentation At the heart of Ahluwalia Studio collection this season is family, a dedication to her mother’s impending nuptials, Priya Ahluwalia looks to nostalgia as a form of inspiration for SS20. Knitwear from her relatives has been reimagined and tailoring comes from bespoke suits made in India, given to her by her Nana and worn by her late granddad, now recut and modernised. Completing the theme of family, gold jewellery pieces are featured, created in collaboration with jeweller Elena Croce, made from repurposed metals. Further collaborators this season include: Trainers provided by Adidas, customised by Ahluwalia Studio. Socks provided by Burlington Socks and backpacks from Invicta, customised by Ahluwalia Studio. • 14
MÜNN SS20 fashion show MÜNN was selected by SFW and BFC teams as the recipient of sponsorship to stage their AW19 show in London this June with the help of an international cast of judges. Voted, in October 2018 as Best Designer by representatives of Net-a-Porter, Galleries Lafayette, Selfridges, Opening Ceremony, alongside world renown press such as Sarah Maino and Anders Madsen from Vogue, Isabella Burley from Dazed, and Alexander Fury from Financial Times and AnOther Magazine. Traditional male archetypes were transformed with pinstripe tailoring elegantly feminised through sheer detailing, unexpected ruffles that were added to jackets, sleeves, and trouser back pockets, as well as opulent shimmers to the fabrications, while neon shirting was underlaid with bridal-style lace and blazers were cropped and paired with hot pants. There was also a utilitarian feel to the collection, with sporty puffers given a floral makeover, while lightweight oversized parkas were worn with knee length shorts, and bomber jackets and gilets were seen with multiple pockets to add streetwear detailing to the collection.
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Stefan Cooke SS20 fashion show This season Stefan Cooke’s collection is more relaxed yet intricate silhouette that inspired by tromp l’oeil. Working with his partner Jake Burt, Cooke injected elements of costume into every day clothing by incorporating sweat pants with a regal aesthetic. The duality in these fabrics might trick the eye but the details of diagonal motifs of argyle dissected into a complex woven lattice, to multidimensional knits, made the collection unique in its own rights. There is a strong sense of comfort in each ensemble. The clothes are extremely wearable.
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SAUL NASH SS20 fashion show For SS20, SAUL NASH makes his runway debut under Fashion East. The designer faced the challenge of bringing the dance element to a fashion show – something guests were greeted with upon entering the showspace. As editors shuffled down to find their seats, the models meandered across the runway, moving fluidly and interacting with one another. When the show started they disappeared, before emerging back onto the runway, breaking away from the expected sashaying up and down to show you exactly how the clothes could move. The collection itself continued the designer’s exploration of streetwear and featured skintight vests with detachable sleeves, and trousers with pockets that opened to reveal mesh-covered skin underneath – all injected with a bright aqua colour picked especially for SS20.
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Rahemur Rahman SS20 presentation Rahemur Rahman recently came out to his family. And with the weightlessness that he’s feeling, he attributed his latest collection for Spring/Summer 2020 to his Bangladeshi family — his grandparents in 1960s Bangladesh, his father in 1980s London and memories of himself growing up in the 1990s. “It’s a weird mix but every era kept an aspect of home,” he said in an interview with Wallpaper. In this beautiful collection, Rahman introduces traditional printmaking from South Asia into his clothes with textiles inspired by a six-colour woodblock khaki print. It is a clever way of using cultural identity as a pass for freedom rather than a passing fad. His collection has a easy sense of comfort but heavily rooted in his heritage. (Credit: Rahemur Rahman)
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Band of Outsiders SS20 presentation The SS20 collection utilizes hues of coral, washed yellow and blue that draw inspiration from sitting beside the swimming pool. Fabrics such as linen and cotton create flowing, relaxed silhouettes on standout pieces including a two-piece tan suit that comes with boxy shorts and a doodled blazer. Band of Outsiders also enlisted Brooklyn artist Amit Greenberg — aka This is Amit — to rework a number of pieces in the collection, delivering looks such as the white shirt and matching trousers adorned with surreal characters, cars, flowers and more that exude the perfect pool party. The drawings are inspired by the risograph technique, a method that is similar to screen printing yet provides high-quality images. Rounding off the collection is a selection of T-shirts, knitted sweaters, jackets, trousers, caps and bags
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80N8 SS20 fashion show by GQ China GQ China for seven years has been putting designers on the LFW catwalk. For ss20 designer Li Gong created a retro-futurism aesthetic. This has been the base of the 80N8 since he graduated from CSM. ‘8ON8’s signature boxy tailored silhouette with silk pyjamas, Gong uses menswear base to highlight the silky feminine touch’. The collection sees a light colour palette with injections of a pastel rainbow, creating a modern twist to menswear, feminine silhouettes like tool skirts and garments cuts all came together to make a fresh approach to the SS20 season.
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Alexander Mcqueen SS20 presentation Alexander McQueen menswear collection is back to its hometown; London. Looking at this collection by designer Sarah Burton, one cannot get enough of it. It reminds us of the early days of McQueen where we can find a strong bond between the men’s and women’s collections. Burton moved us to tears with this collection. We find Trompe l’oeil suiting with imagery of exploding florals that went from miniatures into abstract designs, sitting atop of the finest tailoring. The ambiance inside the magnificent Charterhouse, a former Carthusian monastery in London and the romantic classic background music, elevates the experience and the collection. Menswear returns to be elegant and sophisticated. Burton borrows from the women’s side, using delicate embroidery to add texture to jackets, and the jewelry becomes precious heirlooms that will be passed down through generations, regardless of gender. We have found our clothes for that “dress to impress” occasion.
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TALYONI Labs
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THE TALYONI LABS Cannabis Sativa collection is a comprehensive approach to personal care featuring the time-honored therapeutic benefits of CBD oil. Our result-driven formulations focus on pure botanicals refined by modern clinical innovations. Experience beauty that transcends the superficial; healthy hair & skin that expresses your inner health, wellness an spirit. OUR COMPANY: Talyoni is a laboratory and cosmetics manufacturer devoted to making healthy lifestyle brands exclusively for salons. The Talyoni name translates to “family always takes priority in your life.” Family is at the core of our values, so creating sustainable and beneficial products that care for you and the next generation is pivotal to our principles. We consider every customer to be a part of the Talyoni family. OUR MISSION: To bring you the highest quality professional products with an emphasis on holistic wellness. Every product is specifically formulated to be eco-friendly, cruelty free and made with love to sooth your mind, body and soul.
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Models:
Ambroise Lalloz; Sandro Reitz; Maxime Cremel & Sebastien Elabo Mua: Philippine Vanherck Photographer: Mijean Rochus
Piti Uomo 96 Polimoda – Supernature - 11th of June 2019 Tuesday 11th of june Polimoda’s best talents presented their debut collections at the Manifattura Tabacchi. The winner Francesco Malandrini from Italy was chosen by an international jury from each branch of the sector: ‘inmedia, director of Vogue Italia and L'Uomo Vogue Emanuele Farneti, Editor-inChief of Hypebeast Arby Li, founder of ASVOFF Diane Pernet, digital publisher Bryanboy and influencer and founder of LEAF WeChat Leaf Greener; inthe industry, Richemont’sArtistic Director Giampiero Bodino, Alexander McQueen’s Chief Marketing Officer Paolo Cigognini, Emilio Pucci’sDeputy Chairman & Image Director Laudomia Pucci, United Arrows’ Co-Founder & Creative Advisor Hirofumi Kurino, Alibaba Group’s Director of Business Development Christina Fontana and Karla Otto’s Global Executive Director Alexander Werz; creatives such as British artist Philip Colbert, fashion designer Bernhard Willhelm, top model and activist Lea T and German photographer Sven Marquardt; ineducation, Simon Unglessfrom the Academy of Art in San Francisco, Fabio Pirasfrom Central Saint Martins, as well as Danilo Venturiand Linda Loppafor Polimoda; andintalent development, Sara Kozlowski, Director of Education and Professional Development of the CFDA, Mariasole Pastori, Talent Acquisition Manager of Eyes on Talent and Luca Rizzi, Tutoring & Consulting Director of Pitti Immagine.’ Supernature: Polimoda Fashion Show 2019 Credits: Creative Direction Danilo Venturi, Course Mentor Sara Kozlowski, Production and Casting From Studio, Scent Design Olfattorio, Location Manifattura Tabacchi. Partners: Pitti Immagine, Pitti Tutoring & Consulting Sponsor: Class Hair Academy, K-array Eurofur, Falco Pellami, Filati BE.MI.VA., Freudenberg Performance Materials Apparel, ISKO, Khamir, Lanificio Bigagli, Lanificio Becherucci, Mohai Group, My Dream, Nuova Glory, Officina Ciemmeci, Riri. photo credit: Mijean Rochus
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CR&LVR runway show First official Carine Roitfeld Runway show in celebration of 90th anniversary of the boutique. In front of 5,000 guests and a star-studded front row at Florence’s Piazzale Michelangelo that CR Runway made its official debut. A fashion show unlike any other, this unprecedented multi-branded affair—done with LuisaViaRoma in celebration of its 90th anniversary—was blown up to spectacular proportions with a whopping total of 90 looks worn by iconic ‘90s supers like Lara Stone, Natasha Poly, Alessandra Ambrosio, Doutzen Kroes, Maria Carla Boscono , Irina Shayk alongside today’s buzziest models, including Gigi, Bella Hadid, Joan Smalls, ... Also today's buzziest male topmodels like Alton Manson; Alpha Dia and Ko Hei were on the runway. Personally curated and styled by Carine Roitfeld, the ‘90s-themed show featured full Fall/Winter 2019 looks from Gucci, Dior, Versace, Dior, Ralph Lauren, Olivier Theyskens, Tom Ford, Armani and more and archival pieces from Mugler and Christian Lacroix. photo credit: Mijean Rochus
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Salvatore Ferragamo fashion show Salvatore Ferragamo celebrated the glories of a city with which it is and shall always be synonymous. The famed Fountain of Neptune in the city was recently restored by Salvatore Ferragamo. The spirit of Florence, is woven into every garment, inscribed into every shoe and accessory. It was the first show with the designer Paul Andrew in the role of creative director of both the men’s and women’s lines, and the first time that Ferragamo fashion show was held in its hometown of Florence.
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MSGM fashion show Massimo Giorgetti celebrated the 10th anniversary of the clothing brand MSGM, by presenting his Spring-Summer 2020 collection, in Florence, at the Nelson Mandela Forum. For this collection Massimo Giorgetti collaborated with Berlin artist Norbert Birsky, from who he obtained inserts and embellishments from his artworks. In the collection sent down the catwalk on a digital swimming pool we saw paisley motifs to animal and floral prints, among tone-on-tone suits, tie dye shirts and shorts. The collection succeeded to exalt a relaxed sense of lightheartedness.
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Sarah Castiaux
Model: Mandy Vandenbosch Photographer: Mijean Rochus Designer: Sarah Castiaux
Designer Isabel Pabo How to recognize an original painting from an identical copy? It is the expressive force present in the artist that will never be equal in the emulator. This is how we recognize Isabel Pabo's brand. Each dress is a masterpiece of its own. Each line, each geometry is embroidered by the mature hand of a young fashion designer who has made her own space in the international scene and she will not stop until she has the best view. Because it's her cultural background that pushes her forward, it is the payback inborn in the peoples of the south, it is the need rather than the desire to show how much is her passion bigger than anything else. Her collections range from prêt-à-porter lines with an elegant and sometimes hominid style to the haute couture lines of wedding and ceremony dresses. A delicate and skilful combination of the finest sartorial art and the innovation of drawings - strictly by hand - on the finest fabrics . Each curve is like a whip, a wise touch that moves away from tradition and grabs it again with a breath of novelty. What is the best breath, if it's not from her own life? In each new creation the inspiration comes from daily experiences, each drawing is polluted by his travels, oriental influences, Apulian roots, an explosive mix that marries his chameleon style. "The brides Pabo you recognize them" is her motto and we can only agree. It is sensual but not vulgar, it is provocative but refined, it is the sound that scratches the strings of the soul, it is a train that whizzes off the rails, it's all played on a thin line where everything seems in disorder, but the overview it is cathartic, it is chaos and hush. IsabelPabo is pure entropy. In the world of “Fashion”, in the continuous search of new talents and proposals, the young brand Isabel Pabo has risen to the in few years, by collecting great appreciation over time among insiders. The dream of a young Fashion Designer from Molfetta, Dalila Palumbo born 1993 in Apulia, has dedicate herself from childhood to her passion for art and fashion. After the high school, she enroll at Academy of Luxury in Milan to cultivate her dream and at the same time she faces to the world of female tailoring. Still student, she debuts with her first Fashion Show presenting a mini sartorial collection, ISABEL PABO tag, name conceived by her, combination of the second name and initial and final syllables of her surname. From that moment more fashion shows followed, like at ‘800 Guastamacchia palace of Terlizzi, the partecipation at the event “Fashion & Fashion” organized by “Fidapa” (Italian Federation of Women Arts Professions and Business), the event “Puglia d’Arte e d’Artisti” leaded by the artist Daniela Calfapietro for the award ceremony “Donna di Puglia 2014”.
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The notoriety of the Brand begins to go beyond regional and national boundaries and the young Fashion Designer is invited to collaborate for the concept and creation of theatrical clothes in Barcelona (Spain) under the artistic direction of Gianfranco Bollini and Irina Vertiaguina – international renowned choreographer. Subsequently, she won the Regional selection of the National Competition “Gold Mannequin” organized by the National Academy of Tailoring of Rome, representing Apulia region at the National Final in Altaroma, obtaining the second place. Thanks to her talent, she has been selected to represent Italy at the “36TH WORLD FEDERATION OF MASTER TAILORS” in Tampere, Finland at only 21 years old, managing to bring her Nation to the second step of the podium. This title allows her to be included in the Register of Italian Tailors at the National Academy. Thanks to the latter, she parades at the Mercati of Traiano in Altaroma during the Capitoline Fashion Week and his boss was included among the 30 best stylist on the catwalk. She competes in the international competition "Premio Moda Città dei Sassi" for two consecutive years where, with her collections, “Remember” line dedicated to the challenges of life and “Canvas” dedicated to homosexuality, she won the MODA MATERA 2019 AWARD two times, , CRITICS AWARD and the SPECIAL BOOK MAGAZINE AWARD. She shows in Velletri in the event "FASHION and Music" presented and organized by Maria Grazia Tetti, journalist SKY, who on that occasion wears a jeweled dress made for her by the Molfetta stylist. Increasingly known and appreciated, Dalila is invited as a fashion expert in various television and radio broadcasts on Telenorba and Radionorba with journalists Michele Cucuzza, Mary De Gennaro, Rita della Chiesa and Giancarlo Montingelli. In 2017 she won for the second time the regional selections of the "Manichino D’Oro"[Gold Mannequin] and the parade as a guest of honor in the final evening of Fashion Week in Foggia, presented by the television presenter Roberta Matthaeis of La7 channel. Her palmares is further enriched with the winning of the national competition "MANICHINO d’ORO" where she is awarded by the president of the National Academy of Tailors Ilario Piscioneri. This recognition opens the doors of the East as a representative of Italy and "MADE IN ITALY" at the 37th World Congress of Master Tailors in Taiwan (Taipei) where she receives the "Award Excellence". She travels and works in the PRC state in which she has the honor of being able to dress some of the most influential political representatives from all the territory. Invited to Split and joined by the world-famous influencer Josip during the MWF (My World Fashion Award), a Hollywood event, organized by Gianna Apolstolski's Splitvipagency, receives for Italy, the International Award: "Designer 2017" for the multiple awards obtained, all over the world, in the fashion sector. In 2019 she joined the Regional Jury chaired by the maestro Mario Pastore, for the regional selections of the Gold Mannequin.
During the 38th W.F.M.T. 2019, flies to Verona alongside the most important academic tailors representing Italy. It also creates the Isabel Pabo line of accessories (bags, belts, scarves) and the "Scrigni di Puglia" (artistic / craft cases) that are presented at the "Fashion Green 2019" (stage event in Puglia and Basilicata organized by the association cultural Forms of Elena Brulli).
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Milan Fashion Week Mens & Women SS 20
ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA SS 20 fashion show Alessandro Sartori chose the industrial skeleton of the decommissioned Area Falck as his backdrop. This Industrial region will be transformed and reuse as a hub for health and scientific purposes. This idea of regeneration underpinned his offering which also tells the story of #UseTheExsisting at its best. That's why Sartori decided to show his collection here. “We do not need to create the new from scratch, but we can reuse and reinvent the existing.” The designer ushered in a new form of tailoring, as he took traditional tropes and elevated them – leather jackets were refashioned as short-sleeved shirts, while bomber jackets were hybridised with half-zip tops. From a sustainable standpoint, flowing suits were entirely made from wool remnants, while wearable notebooks served as a nod to new-age sartorial pragmatism. photo credit: Mijean Rochus
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SQUARED2 SS20 fashion show Inspired by Hollywood movies of the 70s Dsquared2 presented a collection full of elegant prints, dark denim pants and shiny fabrics. Dsquared2 fashion show made us dream about China. On the red dragon catwalk we saw clothes with Chinese-inspired traditional motifs of paper animals, tiger-striped camouflage, peacocks, and lucky-charm monkeys. Chrysanthemums were blown up and shot with bright colors, printed on shimmering gold lamĂŠ or on a black background of silk satin or intarsia leather. Bruce Lee-printed T-shirt, impossibly high, laced-up fire-red stilettos and the tiger print were a not to miss item on the runway. The opulence was further amped up in a floor-sweeping padded and patchworked silk kimono, a statement piece which prompted a Wow! exclamation, worn with tight distressed jeans. As the fashion show came to an end guest were invited to the Chinese inspired party and drink after show.
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Fendi SS20 fashion show by Silvia Venturini was set in a beautiful garden lof the
Villa Reale in Milan. The models made their way round a gravel garden path to a soundtrack composed by the legendary Ryuichi Sakamoto.
Fendi’s guest designer for this collection came in the form of Call Me By Your Name director Luca Guadagnino. His geometric print was seen across a series of shirts, tunics, and accessories. With a little bit of imagination we could see Oliver or Elio wearing come SS20. The collection featured oversized waxed jackets, relaxed trousers, and loose shirts, all in muted green, fawn, and neutral hues. Elsewhere were a series of denim looks made up of all-in-one jumpsuits and cargo shorts, as well as long, dress-like tunics bearing botanic prints.
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SABOS Jewelry Sanja Bosnjak, entrepreneur, master of economics, jewelry designer from Bosnia and Herzegovina. Fashion and especially jewelry lover. She is a founder of a jewelry brand SABOS, rising brand present in more than 20 stores around the country. SABOS received the award for the the “Best Online Brand for 2019”. The jewelry is handmade. In the jewelry line we can find 925 silver and 18 carat gold jewelry combined with other materials like pearls, plexiglas, thread. Their assortment covers various products with unique approach and trendy design such as necklaces, bracelets, earrings, rings… Products are sold and delivered to more than 30 countries in Europe. Products are available through international web-shop www.oreabazaar.com and through Instagram profile sabos_jewelry. Photographer: Mijean Rochus - Model: Yasmine Bouchqra
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Photographer: Mijean Rochus Model: Yasmine Bouchqra
Marcelo Bourlon SS20 Fashion show Of Italian-lebanese descent, Marcelo Burlon was born and until the age of 13 raised in Argentina, before his parents – in a tight financial spot – arranged to emigrate to Italy. That’s parly why the current Italian government’s attitude to immigration sticks in Burlon’s craw. Before this show he said: “We are living ub a very weird moment in Italy. They are closing the ports. They don’t want the people to come over here from Africa. They don’t want immigrants and they are afraid of diversity. Hence a considerable proportion of Burlon’s casting for his SS20 fashion show consisted of first-generation Italians of African descent – one small way in which he fett free to stickk two fingers up at the current government of Italy. In his latest County of Milan collection we find a mash-up of subcultures, sporty streetwear pieces were given a rave-ready twist. In Burlon’s womenswear we found cycling shorts teamed with sports bras worn underneath longline jackets. This contributed to a practical and sultry look. As conclusion we can say this was one ode to techno and technical dressing.
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Les Hommes SS20 fashion show LES HOMMES spring summer 20 collection from designers Tom Notte and Bart Vandebosch was inspired by the mid-80s to mid-90s clubbing. The sleeves covered in graphic patterns and the word ‘RAVE’gave it away. On the catwalk we saw Metallic blousons, tailored black shorts; voile shirts and shirts worn as jackets in super-brights and beautiful abstract floral prints. : In there designs there were a lot of reminders to their country. On the back of a cycling top were the words ‘Made in Belgium’ printed. On the back of another ‘Techno Les Hommes RAVE.BE’ (the website doesn’t exist – we checked). As the models walk on a brilliant beat it was if the raves of the 80s and 90s came back to life.
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Tods SS20 presentation Themed as 'The Ride", the collection was inspired by the quintessential style and attitude of the Tod’s traveller: confident, free and modern. With versatility and liberty in mind, Tod's spring/summer 2020 offering feature materials such as weightless nylons and leathers, buttery-soft suede and tailored denim. Of course, the Italian luxury brand's iconic Tod's Gommino loafer made an appearance, this time with contrasting piping and a new 'T'—the classic symbol featured on all accessories. Tod's Competition footwear was also reimagined with bolder colours. Its new cupsole paired with an upgraded braided technical fabric, is poised to make every step as soft and as flexible as possible. Handcrafted geometric elements, leather trims and piping front this collection, outlining the modern silhouette and stylishness of the urban man.
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Numero 00 fashion show was all about substainabilty. The color palette used – blue celeste, rust color, grey, white, sage green – gets inspired from nature, as is taken from the five elements of the universe of Ayurveda, of which science says that everything in the world is composed by the combination of ether, water, fire, air, and earth. Lightweight, organic and recycled fabrics are commonplace here. Anything that appears to be made of plastic, is actually made from PLA, or Polylactic acid, a polymer derived from plants. The models walked down the runway accessorized with bundles of greenery, grain and other flora. The designer Valerio Farina exposed the desire of undressing from the preconceptions and from the rules through garments that distinguish themselves for the softness and purity.
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Stefan Djokovich Couture Designer Stefan Djokovich’s haute couture brand is distinguished by the use of top quality materials, hand embroidery and high end production. The designer's talent, thorough approach and outstanding art knowledge are embedded in every detail of each piece. Powerful figures combined with the musical works of various genres are the basis of the inspiration of the collections as designer is well know and esteemed opera singer and pianist. After several collections named "Night at the Opera" and "Noir" here we see "Royals" , the collection for which the designer was awarded the Best Haute Couture Award in Dubai 2019. This was at the same time I received my ‘My Global Fashion Award’ for Upcomming Star award winner… This young designer will be presented at the next Milan Fashion Week...
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Photographer: Marko Vulevic
Miguel Vieira unvealed his Spring Summer 2020 collection at Milan Fashion Week. This collection has an assertive style, with a clean, elegant and innovative design. With perfect graphics for a man of strong personality, confident, carefree and irreverent. A man who does not conform to the obvious and seeks what is authentic, demonstrating his style and always maintaining his individuality. His collection is full of colors like cameo rose; beige; night blue; and port wine bordeaux. Slender silhouette parade on the catwalk contrast with more loose and informal silhouettes. Finally when it comes tot he use of materials we see printed fabrics; silks; cool wool; 100% wool; super wool 110; mercerized cotton; and metallized fabrics.
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Spyder Korea SS20 fashion show Using cutting-edge technologies, high-performance materials, and innovative design solutions, Spyder has risen to the top of the pile when it comes to performance apparel and accessories. For SS20, Spyder employs geometric color blocking, reflective accents, and marble textures alongside a bold color palette of orange, green and red to its typically ergonomic silhouettes. The result is a performance-oriented range with instant street-appeal, appealing to fashion’s current utilitarian leanings and penchant for comfortable yet practical sports and activewear.
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Editorial Les Hommes - Autum winter 2019
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Altaroma L'Alta Moda, the Italian haute couture is born in Rome ; and even though most of the great historical houses now show their collections in Paris, Rome remains connected to the desire for couture. And this summer 2019, even Gucci and Fendi Houses returned to show their clothes in the eternal city! Apart from this embelly in the Roman Fashion scene, for over ten years, the city has been repositioning itself on the Italian fashion scene. The Roman Fashion Week, now called AltaRoma, has almost naturally established itself as a launch pad for emerging talents of Made in Italy. Altaroma now clearly has a mission with regard to emerging young designers, while Pitti Uomo is a centre of excellence in men’s fashion. Florence and Rome Fashion institutions all work in synergy with the Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana (CNMI) to ensure that the designers find the platforms they need for growth in terms of distribution and production, as well as access to foreign markets. photo credit: Mijean Rochus
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Federico Cina wins Who Is On Next? 2019
A unanimous decision of the jury granted him also the Franca Sozzani Award. Never renouncing to the Made in Italy excellence, Federico Cina struck the jury with his extraordinary ability to explore personal narratives through theatrical contrasts of fabrics and prints. Meanwhile, for the Pitti Tutoring & Consulting Prize, the jury decided to award not only Federico Cina’s collection but also Matteo Maiorano’s accessories. The two designers will benefit from a mentorship program that will last six months. Arriving on its 15th year, Who Is On Next? is a fashion scouting project dedicated to young fashion talents, conceived and created by Altaroma in collaboration with Vogue Italia. A unique chance to allow emerging brands to exhibit their creations in front of a jury of national and international experts. Altaroma and Vogue Italia, together with other Italian fashion institutions, the Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana and Pitti Immagine, award winners of Who Is On Next? 2019 with the Franca Sozzani Award. Through this initiative, continuous support is guaranteed after the presentation of the collections, with further opportunities for communication, promotion and entry into a network of national and international producers and distributors. Altaroma will host the prêt-à-porter winner on the runway during the Fashion Week of January 2020. Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana, on the other hand, will provide the winner the opportunity to present its collection during the Milan Fashion Week calendar in September 2020. While Pitti Immagine awards the Pitti Tutoring & Consulting Prize, a collaboration to support all the activities necessary for the consolidation of the brand.
Stepinac Optika Since 1993 Stepinac Optics is a family-owned company that has been around on the Croatian market. The company is engaged in the whole production process from the concept to the retail market. They make prescription glasses, sunglasses, contact lenses and other ophthalmic accessories. The products are fully customized to the needs and wishes of customers. The materials are made from the highest quality and the glasses are made using modern computer equipment and machines. In addition to manufacturing, the company is also engaged in providing ophthalmic examinations, minor corrective surgeries, and providing ophthalmic consulting services to its clients. Biography: Stepinac Optics started in 1993 in Krašić. It’s the owner's place of birth. War was raging during that time. Mrs. Stepinac decided to invest his financial resources in creating a own business with a firm decision together with a will to succeed. The start was not easy at the time due to the war and the poverty it created in the area. Gradually, the business took off and it was time to find a new location. The new residence was found in Sveta Nedjelja, a town near Zagreb. After a while, as the business did take off, it was necessary to find a new location that appeared in Lučko, a village 10 km souh of Sveta Nedjelja . As this environment was expanding rapidly and progressively, the volume of business grew and the corporate headquarters remained there for several years. With enough money earned, Mrs. Stepinac decided to open a branch in Zagreb, so in 1996 a branch was opened in the Savica shopping center, which still operates today. As the competition progressed, the owner made her strategic decision to open a new branch in downtown Zagreb. Thus, in 2002, a luxuriously equipped office was opened in Bakačeva 5 right next to the Cathedral, which gradually expanded in two phases and today consists of 3 connected business premises with a total area of 150m². From the moment of its opening on the Savica market, the exhibition space is 300m². It grew by 100% with the purchase of new office space adjacent to the existing one. Clients were given in this way a much larger offer and space to feel as comfortable as possible in an intimate atmosphere. Stepinac Optics is aware that profits are generated in a competitive market. Customers are the ones who are willing to pay a certain price for a product or service that fits them most. Thanks to this mode, we have adapted completely to our client's needs, due to the expansion of our product range and, of course, due to the increase in revenue. All this was possible with a lot of effort and investment, but it is profitable because clients recognize it. • 100
Stepinac Optics wants to maintain its long tradition and stability in the market, and today, this is only achieved by monitoring market changes, adapting to market needs, or maintaining competitiveness. Much emphasis in our business so far is placed on a high level of service and quality, and of course the speed of realization, which is very important for clients in today's busy world, in order to get as many jobs done as fast as possible. So we are at the service of everyone who wants to feel a direct communication and care when buying and consulting on optical aid. With our quality business we want to attract new customers and satisfy their wishes, needs, feelings. Principles of Business Conduct Stepinac Optics puts customer care at the forefront of its business. The aim is to provide customers with professional service and high quality products from renowned manufacturers of eyewear and optical lenses. We approach all our customers personally and honestly, according to their needs. One of the basic principles of employee relations is equality among employees. Employees are expected to have a professional and honest relationship with customers, colleagues, associates and suppliers. The behavior expected of every employee in the workplace is in line with generally accepted rules of decent conduct and etiquette. Much attention is paid to the education and professional development of employees because their knowledge and professionalism has a direct impact on the business of Optics. Today Stepinac Optics works and collaborates with very famous people, singers ,football players ,well known actors ... For many years the brand ambassador is the famous worldwide Croatian Fashion Blogger Josip Grabovac.
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Altaroma: DassùYAmoroso SS20 fashion show The SPRING/SUMMER 2020 collection entitiled “I AM WHAT I AM” is the clear identity expression of the brand DassùYAmoroso. DassùYAmoroso is inspired by Street/Punk culture and Dark, the Anglo-Saxon world and London subcultures. I AM WHAT I AM wants to present itself to the public as an adrenaline rush that encourage you to always be yourself without fears and barriers, breaking down every border and tearing down any prejudice. Fluo pink and green logoed nylon, black vinyl and coated pink shiny fabric are a hymn to freedom. The brand also stands out for its tartan, which is reinterpreted, digitalised and made contemporary. Each season presents a different fantasy, revisited, original and exclusive and is a “must have” for those who want to be unique. Link: www.dassuyamoroso.com
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Red is the colour of the second chapter of a story inaugurated by white last January: since then, Sylvio Giardina has been designing his collectons following a uniquely single chromatc path. Today it’s Red.
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Roi du Lac “An Italian brand with a French name and a Scottish heritage”: Roi du Lac knows how to spark curiosity. After exhibiting its Men collection at the 96th edition of Pitti Uomo, the young Roman label is showing its Woman collection for the first time at AltaRoma with the collective Rome is ma Runway. Co-Founded in 2016 by designer Marco Kinloch and Antea Brugnoni Alliata, the Romebased brand creates women’s and men’s ready-to-wear collections and accessories, as well as interior decoration items. Marco Kinloch expresses his love of patterns and colors through his pieces, which are often adorned with plants and animals, and hand-painted onto the high-end materials. Inspired by travel, each collection pays tribute to a country: in this case, Japan. Although only three years old, Roi du Lac is already sold at more than forty stores, everywhere from the United States to Japan to Lebanon. A brand with a bold style and a passion for quality 100% Made in Italy.
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MORFOSIS by Alessandra Cappiello After a noticeable debut on the runway of AltaRoma in January 2019 to present her Autumn Winter 2019 collection, Morfosis, the brand created in 2005 by Roman designer Alessandra Cappiello, is back on the Roman Fashion Week for the collective show “Rome is my runway”. This collective show of roman designers is a new initiative of Altaroma meant to put under the spotlights emerging or confirmed Roman creative designers. Alessandra Cappiello appears as a rising talent that reaches the major International capitals: Paris, Tokyo and Milan. Inspired by her classical studies and by art, above all influenced by her painter grandmother, Anna Grauso, Alessandra perceives the garment as a perfect synthesis of wearability and inspiration. Morfosis is a play on words with Metamorphosis, or the multiple interpretations of Alessandra Cappiello’s creations making them personal to every woman. The brand is a true ambassador of the real Made in Italy, and is proud of using nobles and precious materials such silks, dentelles and leather. Morfosis is already a brand well known by the modern Woman and has in its track records celebrity collaborations with Madonna.
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Valerio Cerri The 25-year-old designer, originated from a small city close to Rome named Frosinone, is fascinated by beauty and inspired by Barocco Art which emphases exuberance as a form of expression. His dresses are like masterpieces, always with a detail of excess or irregularity which creates emotions and a beautiful harmony such as oversized forms or contrasted materials. The Spring Summer 2020 collection is inspired by ocean abysses and echoes the general theme of the Accademia Altieri for 2019 : “Power of Nature� or Nature as a synonym of purity and simplicity. The young designer has been warmly welcomed in AltaRoma as an ambassador of Made in Italy and a name to remember by all the amateurs of Couture.
Rome is my runway
Rome is my runway
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Italo Marseglia – ‘Vigilans Somniat’ collection Italo Marseglia, the eponymous brand created by the roman designer, aims to become the number one demi-couture brand that keeps alive the know-how of traditional Italian tailoring, with the DNA of a contemporary ethical and sustainable brand. Through sophisticated upcycling techniques applied to noble materials such as dentelles, the brand creates high-quality products. Since 2016, the label is developing in diverse international markets, from Japan to USA. Trained at the famous IED Fashion School of Rome, Italo Marseglia is already well known on the catwalks of AltaRoma, and he showed the day before his Men and Women Collection 2020, including a special and exclusive collaboration with the French Maison Sophie Hallette for the dentelles which opened its archives on the occasion. For the collective show Rome is my runway, dedicated to Roman designers, Italo Marseglia chose to show exclusively a Men collection composed of six looks in total white color with black inserts or details.
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El Patrón grooming line The première lifestyle brand for men. Designed to meet the needs and discernng taste of the modern man, our premium products are crafted with a focus on quality, refinement, and luxury. The El Patrón man is in control of his life and his style and demands the best. Style Wether your style calls for the strong hold of a gel or the versatility of a fexible style wax, the El Patrón grooming line helps you présent your authentic self.
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Photographer: Mijean Rochus
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