Meet Camilla Elphick- a shoe designer with a fun factor fashion edge

02 Wednesday Dec 2015

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Talented women’s shoe designer,

Camilla Elphick

creates footwear with a whimsical, colourful, buoyant attitude.

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‘Sweets’ memories

Pez candy dispenser heel, open toe Court shoes

(image from popsugar.co.uk)

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A full hand

playing cards feature at heel

dual colour stilettos (carnation red/ champagne pink)

(image from camillaelphick.com)

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With an impressive academic C. V.,

as alumna of Parsons School of Design- The New School (NYC)

which boosts an impressive rooster of alumni:

Tom Ford, Marc Jacobs, Anna Sui, among others

and of Cordwainers College- University of the Arts (London);

Ms. Elphick is the “new kid on the block” and definitely one to watch.

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After completing apprenticeships

with several leading British shoe designers such as

Nicholas Kirkwood and his former mentee Sophia Webster,

Ms. Elphick has ‘stepped out on her own’.

She launched her eponymous label in 2014.

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Of specific winter-wearability and overall glam appeal factor

(and personal favourites!) are the ankle boots:

From the heavens

thunderbolt adornment

cooper sparkle, patent sheen

sectioned heel and toe

(image from avenue32.com)

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Which way?

silver metallics

at ankle: gold arrow, pointing down

(images from endource.com)

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High sheen

navy blue patent leather

silver, zip front detail

red trim at opening

(image from polyvore.com)

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One to watch: Hannah Wallace scoops top prize at Graduate Fashion Week – London, 2015

17 Wednesday Jun 2015

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This year marks the 24th year of

Graduate Fashion Week (GFW), London.

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GFW is a platform to highlight

the innovative design talents of upcoming fashion creatives.

This annual, four day event showcases the

BA (Bachelor of Arts) in Fashion

graduate collections of students from

universities throughout the United Kingdom and abroad.

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For GFW, 2015

final year students from over 40 UK colleges/universities and

15 institutions from further afield:

including several European countries, Russia, Taiwan, Columbia-

exhibited their graduate collections.

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Previous winners of the coveted Gold Award have included

designers who have continued on to achieve international success

such as Stella McCartney, Giles Deacon and Matthew Williamson.

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This year’s Gold Award recipient is

Hannah Wallace of Manchester School of Art.

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(from getty images):

One to watch

designer, Hannah Wallace

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Ms. Wallace presented a mens outerwear collection

of oversized, silver, black puffer jackets and coats-

inspired by galactic references and planetary bodies.

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“Pluto”

Menswear Collection

by designer, Hannah Wallace

Winner of the Gold Award, GFW- 2015

(image from the guardian, uk):

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(from getty images):

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“I always had a kid’s heart.” : meet emerging fashion designer, Yii

12 Sunday Apr 2015

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Based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysian designer

Yii

first worked as a hairstylist

before turning his creative focus to fashion design.

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(images by pushitmagazine):

designer, Yii

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After completing his fashion studies in 2011,

Yii launched his eponymous label.

He started in menswear and now has commenced on a womenswear line.

For his first womenswear collection, spring/summer 2015

Yii stays true to his signature aesthetics: playful, inventive, free-spirited.

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Yii’s spring/summer ’15 womenswear collection is inspired by the

colourful drawings of a young autistic child named Pito.

The collection is called ” 4 Years of Pito”.

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Through the eyes of babes:

4 Years of Pito

S/S 2015 Womenswear Collection

by Yii

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(image from pushitmagazine):

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(image from lelook.eu):

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(images from weareselectors.com):

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Imperfect perfection: meet emerging designer Noa Raviv

10 Wednesday Dec 2014

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Tel Aviv- based designer Noa Raviv is a young, up and coming talent

whose recent graduate collection, completed at

Shenkar College of Engineering and Design,

has captured the attention of the international fashion community.

The collection, called ‘Hard Copy’,

was featured in a recent edition of Vogue Italia.

The magazine recognised Ms. Raviv as an emerging designer

to watch closely on the fashion industry radar.

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(image from dianov-art.ru):

designer, Noa Raviv

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(images from Vogue Italia):

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‘Hard Copy’ is a collection ‘shaped’ by an interpretive of classical Greek sculpture

and an application of 3D software to create imprecise grid patterns

on tulle and organza fabrics.

The design objective was to produce

“an original object in an era of duplication and replication.”,

which Ms. Raviv successfully accomplished.

Her garments are unique pieces, authentic to an original aesthetic.

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Hard Copy

by designer, Noa Raviv

(images from noaraviv.com)

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For further background on designer Noa Raviv, visit her webstie:

http://www.noaraviv.com/

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Denim – visionary: designs by the emerging creatives of 69

29 Saturday Nov 2014

Posted by meappropriatestyle in avant garde, casual wear, denim, denim-wear, design inventive, design philosophy, emerging artists, fashion fun, fashion innovation, Favlook - Lookfav Focus, Gotta have it!, minimalism, ready to wear, style = innovation, style inspiration, unisex wear

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Like the once shrouded in mystery, creative team at Maison Martin Margiela

(before the recent appointment of John Galliano as creative director)

the avant-gardist designers of Los Angeles based, denim fashion house 69

are an anonymous collective.

Identifying the aesthetic sensibility of the clothes

is of more import than the individual identities of the designers.

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Although the ‘who are they?’

information about the designers remain a guarded secret,

there is no question as to the spirit of the brand’s construct:

‘fashion- boundary push’, conceptual, minimalist, unisex denim wear.

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Of interest is the brand name- the number 69

which within a contemporary interpretation of numerology,

alludes to the expected differences between partners of any relationship couple.

Yet also acknowledges a balance created, a yin and yang complement

generated by a full partnership, an equal exchange of ‘gives and takes’.

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The 69 aesthetics of unisex clothing speaks to this numerological sense of

balance, equality, reciprocity.

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Denim fashion inventive by 69

(images from sixty-nine.us)

Medium-wash

oversized trousers, top with high-low hem and cape back

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In shreds

distressed coat with inverted V split at front

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Gotta have it!

Overhaul overalls

My Favlook – Lookfav Focus Favourite

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Cool linen in stripes

(t): asymmetric draping, kimono style sleeves, side angled pockets

(b): easy layering with hooded jacket

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Linen top/dress in white

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Distressed trousers and tunic top

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69 denim clothing can be found at on-trend fashion retailers such as

Opening Ceremony, which features vanguard designers.

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View the 69 archive, pieces from previous collections:

http://archive.sixty-nine.us/

One to watch: meeet emerging designer Jamie Wei Huang

06 Thursday Nov 2014

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Jamie Wei Huang is a young design talent whose work has caught

the attention of fashion observers.

Raised in Taiwan and now based in London,

she graduated in 2012 from Central Saint Martins

Art and Design College (CSM), London.

There she studied Fashion Design Womenswear.

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(image from vantageshanghai.com)

designer Jamie Wei Huang

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While a student at CSM, Ms. Huang interned with prominent fashion houses

Alexander McQueen and Christopher Kane, where she undoubtedly

gained additional fashion design and business experience.

Shortly after receiving her degree she launched her eponymous label.

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Her design aesthetics covers a fashion landscape of futuristic aspect, conceptual

viewpoint, clean silhouettes and a neat sophistication.

For her a/w 2014 she offers a collection, which remains true to her

design perspective of modern elegance.

The collection incorporates varied fabrication of

silk, cotton and light wool which affords comfort, movement and textural quality .

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The colour palette is subdued- navy, black, white, grey

with hints of red and pink.

Clean lines, detail interests and standout accessories

caps a winning collection by Jamie Wei Huang.

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Jamie Wei Huang

a/w 2014

The Collection

(images from jamieweihuang.com):

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Mark your diary! for the second Vogue Fashion Dubai Experience (VFDE)

06 Wednesday Aug 2014

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In partnership with Vogue Italia

Emaar Properties

an UAE based international property development/real estate corporation

will host a three day fashion extravaganza:

Vogue Fashion Dubai Experience (VFDE)

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During the three day event, twenty emerging designers from around the world

will showcase their s/s 2015 collections

in the categories of womenswear and accessories

at the Armani Hotel, Dubai.

These talented creatives were selected to present

following a competitive process, judged by a panel of industry professionals.

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It seems fitting that a group of up and coming international designers should

gain additional exposure of their work at an up and coming international

fashion shopping location like Dubai.

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(designer lists from ameinfo.com):

The twenty emerging selected designers are: Anabela Chan from the UK for Anabela Chan, Astrid Sarkissian from France for Astrid Sarkissian, Odély Teboul and Annelie Augustin from France and Germany for Augustin Teboul, Faiza Bouguessa from France/Algeria for Bouguessa, Carlotta De Luca from Italy for Charline De Luca, Martina Grasselli from Italy for Coliac, Dora Abodi from Hungary for Dora Abodi, Lubna and Nadia Al Zakwani from Oman for Endemage, Eun-Jung Lee from South Korea for Eun-Jung Lee, Heaven Tanudiredja from Indonesia for Heaven Tanudiredja, Hema Kaul from India for Hema Kaul, Farah Nasri from Lebanon for Hooked | HKD, Eva Lai from the USA for i’Alave, Marius Janusauskas from Belgium for Marius Janusauskas, Millicent Nobis from Australia for Mies Nobis, Kostya Omelya from Ukraine for Omelya Atelier, Reem Al Kanhal from Saudi Arabia for RK Designs, Sarah Angold from the UK for Sarah Angold Studio, Shamsa Alabbar from the UAE for Shamsa Alabbar, and Steven Tai from Canada for Steven Tai.

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In addition, VFDE will spotlight the work of eight newly established designers

who will present s/s 2015 collections at a fashion show to be staged at

the Dubai Mall.

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The eight brands chosen are: Asudari Studio designed by Lamia Asudari from Saudi Arabia, Christopher Esber designed by Christopher Esber from Australia, J. JS Lee designed by Jackie JS Lee from South Korea, Madiya Al Sharqi designed by Madiya Al Sharqi from the UAE, Miuniku designed by Tina Sutradhar and Nikita Sutradhar from India, N°3 designed by Bushra Badri and Amira Al Khaja from the UAE, Stella Jean designed by Stella Jean from Italy and Piccione Piccione designed by Salvatore Piccione from Italy.

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(image from style.com):

by Italian designer, Stella Jean

a/w 2014

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(image from londonfashionweek.co.uk):

by South Korean designer, Jackie JS Lee

a/w 2014

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(quote from ahlanlive, image from refinery 29)

In the words of Franca Sozzani, Editor-in-Chief of Vogue Italia:

Franca Sozzani

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“Dubai today is the must-be place for the global fashion industry, and The Dubai Mall, a definitive fashion destination. The city serves as the hub for talent across the region to attract international attention through Vogue Fashion Dubai Experience. Our global talent scouting competition, aimed at young designers, will further elevate the city’s credentials in the fashion industry.”

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Venue: Armani Hotel,Dubai

International Talents Showcase

31 October and 1 November 2014

For works to be presented by twenty emerging creatives

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Venue: Dubai Mall

The Dubai Mall Fashion Catwalk

30 October 2014

For runway shows of eight new designer labels at

the world’s largest shopping centre, which boasts

an aquarium, underwater zoo, Olympic size skating rink,

shops of every major fashion label

and so, so, so much more!

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(image from trip advisor)

fountain, Dubai Mall

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(image from modern magazine):

aquarium, Dubai Mall

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Date: Thursday, 30 October – Saturday, 1 November 2014

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Emerging designer Roshi Porkar presents at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week – Berlin, Spring 2015

21 Monday Jul 2014

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Roshi Porkar

is an up and coming womenswear designer from Austria.

For Spring 2015, Ms. Porkar was awarded the incredible honour

of presenting her first collection at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, Berlin.

Each season ELLE and Mercedes-Benz chooses one emerging designer

as recipient of this distinction in recognition of exceptional work.

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Attending the Ms. Porkar’s show,

was fashion maverick, the British actress Tilda Swinton –

certainly a promising indication of great things to come

for this young talented designer.

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designer, Roshi Porkar

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As demonstrated by Ms. Swinton, it is well worth

tracking the work of Roshi Porkar on the fashion radar.

Ms. Porkar is definitely one to watch.

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Her collection is wonderfully tactile,

a mix of seductive textures and fabrics:

wool, silk, feathers, faux fur.

There is a pronounced element of combined

luxury, comfort, elegance –

which all beautifully marry.

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The colours are subdued, organic with a

recurring hint of pale blue.

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The silhouette celebrates a womanly form,

cinching at the waist, body skimming,

body friendly for all shapes.

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Roshi Porkar

Spring 2015

The Collection

(images from superior-mag.com):

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(images from mercedes-benz.com):

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Mark your diary! … events 2014: spotlighting emerging fashion talents

10 Monday Feb 2014

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In New York City (NYC)

Art X Fashion Series …

highlighting the works of rising fashion creatives in

galleries throughout NYC … presents

The Skin

Nine up and coming handbag designers from around the world

– Poland, Venezuela, the United Kingdom, the United States, Korea –

will have their unique pieces, displayed for the first time

at the Shin Gallery, NYC

together with the drawings of

South Korean artist Jong-wan Choo.

Art X Fashion Series

The Skin

Shin Gallery, NYC

until Tuesday, 4 March 2014

http://www.draftspace.org/projects/artxfashion

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(images from shin-gallery.com):

by Jong-wan Choo

Emergence, 2012

acrylic, colour pencil on canvas

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Emergence, 2003

acrylic, charcoal, colour pencil on canvas

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In London, London – UK

International Fashion Showcase (IFS) 2014

Established in 2012 and coordinated by the British Fashion Council,

this event celebrates London

as a fashion mecca for emerging designers.

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Hosted during London Fashion Week,

foreign embassies and cultural organisations present

the creations of raising fashion talents

from their respective countries.

Represented this year are works of designers

from Nigeria, Vietnam, Paraguay, Estonia,

Austria, Hungry, Panama, The Netherlands

and many more.

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What an exciting opportunity for new fashion designers

to showcase their creations for viewing by

the general public, fashion industry professionals and the press corps.

Be part of it … !

International Fashion Showcase

180 The Strand, London (the venue for 14 showcases)

Other presentations will be held at various locations throughout London.

Thursday, 13 February – Sunday, 23 February 2014

http://www.britishfashioncouncil.co.uk/news/612/The-International-Fashion-Showcase-2014

My favourite from London Collection, Men a/w 2014 : meet Alan Taylor

08 Wednesday Jan 2014

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With the big chill season less than a month underway,

Winter 2013 has proven a force of reckoning,

with many regions experiencing record-breaking freeze factors.

From a meteorological perspective, total focus is on concerns

of the present winter, which is raging havoc in many parts.

Yet, in the world of fashion focus is fixed on the future,

the view of the ‘what’s next to come’ .

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The chronological calendar may read 2013,

but the fashion calendar is open to 2014 –

and circled are its autumn/winter collections.

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From Monday 6 January to Wednesday 8 January

the British Fashion Council (BFC) presents

London Collection: Men A/W 2014,

which showcases the design work of British menswear talents:

emerging creatives, established brands, Saville Row tailors.

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Graduate of the Royal College of Art and Design, Dublin

up and coming designer

Alan Taylor

(image from male-mode.com);

– photo by Hedi Slimane –

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presented an a/w 2014 menswear collection,

which emphasised suiting and kilt dress (his signature piece)

punctuated with innovative elements of

colour

proportion

imagery

texture

styling

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(images from fashionising.com):

The Collection

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Tag Archives: emerging designers

Meet Camilla Elphick- a shoe designer with a fun factor fashion edge

One to watch: Hannah Wallace scoops top prize at Graduate Fashion Week – London, 2015

“I always had a kid’s heart.” : meet emerging fashion designer, Yii

4 Years of Pito

S/S 2015 Womenswear Collection

by Yii

Imperfect perfection: meet emerging designer Noa Raviv

Hard Copy

by designer, Noa Raviv

Denim – visionary: designs by the emerging creatives of 69

Denim fashion inventive by 69

One to watch: meeet emerging designer Jamie Wei Huang

Jamie Wei Huang

a/w 2014

The Collection

Mark your diary! for the second Vogue Fashion Dubai Experience (VFDE)

Emerging designer Roshi Porkar presents at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week – Berlin, Spring 2015

Roshi Porkar

Spring 2015

The Collection

Mark your diary! … events 2014: spotlighting emerging fashion talents

My favourite from London Collection, Men a/w 2014 : meet Alan Taylor

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