Photographed By Ellinor Forje
La Kurková.
La Kurková.
Saturday, September 27, 2014
Sunday, September 21, 2014
Karolyn Pho
Photo Courtesy Of Karolyn Pho
THE FLOOR IS YOURS COME BLOW YOUR HORN
I'm originally from Los Angeles, California, and I’m living in Brooklyn,
New York now. In L.A., I was working as a wardrobe stylist and costume designer. I was
simultaneously studying fashion merchandising and marketing in college.
WHEN DID YOU DECIDE THAT THE APPAREL INDUSTRY WOULD BE YOUR PROFESSIONAL AND
ARTISTIC OUTLET?
I’ve been working in fashion since I was 16 years old. Starting from a yarn shop, to retail, to styling and then design. However, I knew at a very young age, maybe five or six years old, that I was genuinely interested in fashion.
I’ve been working in fashion since I was 16 years old. Starting from a yarn shop, to retail, to styling and then design. However, I knew at a very young age, maybe five or six years old, that I was genuinely interested in fashion.
HOW DOES BEING A FORMER STYLIST FOR MUSIC VIDEOS AND FILM PRODUCTIONS INFLUENCE YOUR
CREATIVITY?
I still work on videos and films every now and then. It really helps
to refresh my mind and cleanse my palate. It's my opportunity to work with
fashion on a very real and visceral level. I get to delve into stories and
characters, transcending into another reality that I'm not in control of. I
love it.
DO YOU HAVE A SPECIFIC PERSON IN MIND WHEN YOU DESIGN YOUR COLLECTIONS OR
DOES THE INSPIRATION COME FROM ABSTRACT IDEAS?
It comes from abstract ideas and inspirations from my environment. The “girl” of the season is manifested from the “world” I create for the collection.
It comes from abstract ideas and inspirations from my environment. The “girl” of the season is manifested from the “world” I create for the collection.
WHO ARE YOUR PERSONAL INFLUENCERS?
Karl Templer, Cocorosie, Sofia Coppola, Wes Anderson and Marie-Amélie Suavé.
WHAT DO YOU WEAR WHEN YOU'RE NOT WEARING YOU?
Baggy washed-out jeans, white t-shirt, and my (Jika-) Tabi boots.
WHAT'S THE ONE PIECE OF CLOTHING YOU WON'T BE CAUGHT DEAD IN?
Tear-away cargo pants. However, never say never.
HOW DO YOU MAINTAIN A HEALTHY AND FUNCTIONAL BALANCE BETWEEN WORK AND PLAY?
I force myself to run in the morning before work so that regime keeps me
from smoking and drinking too much/going out too late. Reversely, weekend
getaways force me to step away from work.
WHAT'S YOUR BEAUTY ROUTINE?
La Roche-Posay cream cleanser, SK-II eye cream, African shea butter for
lips, hands, hair - pretty much everything, 5-HTP, water, and more water.
THE BANGS - CAN WE TALK ABOUT THEM? A LOT OF LADIES OUT THERE WANT TO, BUT
ARE AFRAID TO GET THE CUT. PLEASE ADVISE
Bangs are for landmark periods in your life. It's best you earn your right
to have bangs, because if not, you’ll never have the confidence to carry
them. When you're ready, head to my hair stylist guru, Tara Jean Mann, and
she’ll take care of you.
Monday, September 15, 2014
Viewer Discretion Is Advised
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Collage By Ellinor ForjeI became inspired to create a new collage after catching up on some magazine reading post-August's hectic weeks and post-Nicki Minaj's rebellious "Dazed" cover (quick aside: the cover where Nicki's dressed like a Stepford Wife is defiant, the second that has Nicki dressed like Nicki Minaj, is Nicki in her traditional attire - half nekked and compliant); to which I should add a post-novelty-nipple-tassels-wearing-Miley Cyrus, also.
The pictorials are from the seventh issue of "The Lab Magazine", the editorial where Darya Kosilova features as art director - if you recall? Contrary to what the images may convey, "The Lab Magazine" isn't an avant-garde version of Hugh Hefner's playmate. It's a publication that celebrates the best in music, art, fashion and film. Yes, it's read for the articles.
In fact, I was tempted to throw in a photo of Kevin Hart (go on wit yo bad self) 'cause he looks so cute in his interview story. However, that would have quickly turned my carefully crafted creation into a: One of these things is not like the others. One of these things doesn't belong. And I don't mean the mighty Hart either.
Friday, September 12, 2014
The Fall Of Edith & Ella
Photographed By Ellinor Forje
Let's keep it real. The reason why I hardly ever buy anything in store from Edith and Ella...Okay, I never buy anything from Edith and Ella in their flagship-, or in any other store for that matter. Reason being; when you order apparel from them online, the shipment comes with perks. I counted 12 pieces of beautifully wrappedtoffee caramel candy the last time I made a purchase online. And because my last order was split in two due to a backorder (which would make a normal person damn the day), I got additional bonbons when my dress finally arrived.
Sure, there's candy in their shop, too. But you look kinda greedy dipping your hand into a bowl and grabbing more than one sweet at a time. If you have shame, that is. It turns out however that my genius, if you will, has backfired on me. Last week when I went around Edith and Ella for a one-on-one viewing of the fall collection, ahead of their departure to the Capsule Show in New York, I discovered that not only do they have toffee caramels, the also have licorce! I was like, "Shut the front the door, you guys have been hiding this!" I'm forced to change my strategy now. Alas, I'm cursed with a sweeth tooth, you see.
Back to the clothes.
With African inspired prints, plateau heeled booties, emerald green blouses and purple sweaters with illustrated cat eyes and whiskers: The collection isn't for the faint hearted. However, as store manager Iben puts it, "If you're brave and open minded you see the different ways they can be combined, there are endless possibilities."
The notion of "endless possibilities" is something that seeps through the SS15 collection as well. Although it's less "Little House on the Prairie" and more Park Avenue, with a dash of the "Party Rock Anthem" in between.
Let's keep it real. The reason why I hardly ever buy anything in store from Edith and Ella...Okay, I never buy anything from Edith and Ella in their flagship-, or in any other store for that matter. Reason being; when you order apparel from them online, the shipment comes with perks. I counted 12 pieces of beautifully wrappedtoffee caramel candy the last time I made a purchase online. And because my last order was split in two due to a backorder (which would make a normal person damn the day), I got additional bonbons when my dress finally arrived.
Sure, there's candy in their shop, too. But you look kinda greedy dipping your hand into a bowl and grabbing more than one sweet at a time. If you have shame, that is. It turns out however that my genius, if you will, has backfired on me. Last week when I went around Edith and Ella for a one-on-one viewing of the fall collection, ahead of their departure to the Capsule Show in New York, I discovered that not only do they have toffee caramels, the also have licorce! I was like, "Shut the front the door, you guys have been hiding this!" I'm forced to change my strategy now. Alas, I'm cursed with a sweeth tooth, you see.
Back to the clothes.
With African inspired prints, plateau heeled booties, emerald green blouses and purple sweaters with illustrated cat eyes and whiskers: The collection isn't for the faint hearted. However, as store manager Iben puts it, "If you're brave and open minded you see the different ways they can be combined, there are endless possibilities."
The notion of "endless possibilities" is something that seeps through the SS15 collection as well. Although it's less "Little House on the Prairie" and more Park Avenue, with a dash of the "Party Rock Anthem" in between.
Tuesday, September 9, 2014
Wednesday, September 3, 2014
Isabella Rose Taylor
Photo Courtesy Of Isabella Rose TaylorWHAT'S GROWING UP AND LIVING IN AUSTIN, TEXAS LIKE?
I think
growing up in Austin has been really great. We have lakes here to go paddle
boarding on, which is something I enjoy doing. There are plenty of
outdoor activities and events going on every weekend. There’s also a big
music scene here if you love music. I would say
that Austin has a small town feel with all the big city amenities. One warning
about Austin is that it's very hot in the summer so you need to be by water!
YOU STARTED PAINTING AT THE TENDER AGE OF THREE. DO
YOU COME FROM A LONG LINE OF PICASSOS OR IS THE ABILITY
INNATE AND INDVIDUAL TO YOU?
I do not come from a family of artists! Painting has been something that I loved right from the very beginning. I started with finger painting and just never stopped. Today I primarily paint with oil paints and do mixed media.
I do not come from a family of artists! Painting has been something that I loved right from the very beginning. I started with finger painting and just never stopped. Today I primarily paint with oil paints and do mixed media.
HOW DID YOU TRANSITION FROM THINKING "THIS LOOKS GOOD ON A WALL" TO "THIS SHOULD BE WORN”?
That's a great question. When I was more involved with mixed media I was looking to incorporate fabric into my art. However, when I was playing around with this idea I could see how it could apply to clothing. My art and my clothing designs influence each other many times and most times it's not consciously. I can think of my first Resort collection a year ago which incorporated the same colors that I was using in my portrait series. I didn’t even realize that I was doing it, it just happens!
HOW HAVE YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY SUPPORTED YOU IN YOUR
VENTURE?
Both my family and friends have been tremendously supportive of me and I feel very, very grateful for that.
Both my family and friends have been tremendously supportive of me and I feel very, very grateful for that.
HOW DO YOU BALANCE BEING A TEENAGER WITH HAVING TO SET ASIDE TIME TO CONCEPTUALIZE IDEAS FOR UPCOMING COLLECTIONS IN ADDITION TO RUNNING A BUSINESS?
It’s definitely a balancing act of managing everything. I always keep in my mind that if something isn’t working in my schedule, I can change it. There are many times when I have to prioritize what I am doing including making time for just hanging out with friends and family. I normally schedule my classes in the mornings and design and paint in the afternoons. Weekends are normally reserved for fun!
NORDSTROM, PLEASE, DO TELL
I’m so excited to have my clothing line at Nordstrom. This is an absolute dream come true for me and it just feels really surreal. I am just so honored to be in their stores and online. When I found out I was going to be in Nordstrom, I happy cried.
I’m so excited to have my clothing line at Nordstrom. This is an absolute dream come true for me and it just feels really surreal. I am just so honored to be in their stores and online. When I found out I was going to be in Nordstrom, I happy cried.
WILL YOUR
CLOTHING LINE CONTINIOUSLY BE LIMITED TO JUNIORS OR DO YOU SEE IT AS AN ORGANIC
PROCESS?
I think for now I'm limiting myself to a Juniors’ line
but I do have every intention to do a Women’s line in the future when I get a
little older.
WHO ARE THE
ARTISTS AND DESIGNERS YOU LOOK UP TO?
This is a very long list but my absolute favorite artists are De Kooning, Twombly, Basquiat and Rothko. My favorite designers that I look up to are Marc Jacobs, Alexander Wang, Isabel Marant, Karl Lagerfeld and Dries Van Noten.
This is a very long list but my absolute favorite artists are De Kooning, Twombly, Basquiat and Rothko. My favorite designers that I look up to are Marc Jacobs, Alexander Wang, Isabel Marant, Karl Lagerfeld and Dries Van Noten.
WHAT'S THE BEST
THING IN POP CULTURE AS WE SPEAK?
Right now, Anna Kendrick’s tweets - love her.
Right now, Anna Kendrick’s tweets - love her.
ON A SCALE OF
ONE-TO-I CAN'T EVEN, HOW EXCITED ARE YOU ABOUT NEW YORK FASHION WEEK RIGHT NOW?
I can’t even tell you how excited I am! I feel like I’m having an out-of-body experience. Some days I wake up and double check that I’m not dreaming. I’m so grateful for the partnership with Dell to present my runway show in NYC!
I can’t even tell you how excited I am! I feel like I’m having an out-of-body experience. Some days I wake up and double check that I’m not dreaming. I’m so grateful for the partnership with Dell to present my runway show in NYC!
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