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or the theatre. I fell in love with the power of clothing when I realized how powerful a costume is and how it can change everything from your posture to your behavior.I hope to give added value to high-quality items, and create and release things that are not found on every street. — describe your creative process.
— what was the most important lesson you learned while working at armani? The importance of fabrics, to always check on everything, and that if something carries your name then you are entirely responsible.
— your shows often combine elements of design and architecture. how do you think It often starts with a conversation- Let's say, for these areas complement fashion? example, about the life and work of an artist. Then I go and do loads of research and really create a mood and As a private person, I am actually more drawn to dive right in. Music is always a very important element the world of design, fine arts and architecture than too, and normally the show's music accompanies the fashion. I think a show should always be an emotional whole design process. Loads of images are accumulated experience and should ideally not only show great but one or two are always there on the board right from clothes but somehow enhance the experience through a the start. Also, fabrics are part of the process from creative way of presenting or an unusual location or set. the beginning because a special material can really With each show and collection, I really try to tell a story. influence your ideas.
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