GLOBAL FASHION COLLECTIVE I & II NYFW F/W20

GLOBAL FASHION COLLECTIVE I

Delicate details, sustainability and traditional techniques lead the way for the first show from Global Fashion Collective, NYFW.

“We are bringing in more and more multicultural and inspiring designers each season to emphasize our commitment to diversity and innovative design.” - Jamal Abdourahman, GFC

First to hit the runway was Taiwanese brand WooLeeX who delivered an effortlessly cool collection. Recognized for their beautiful blend of Taiwanese culture with cultures from around the world, this collection is an alluring amalgamation of civilizations. Known for integrating art work into fashion, we were treated to literal pieces of art floating down the runway. Drawing their inspiration from Butchard Garden in Victoria, British Columbia, the collection had a flare of timeless yet modern charm. Floral courageous prints commanded this set delivering stunning statement pieces. A color palette of bold colors and black and white paired beautifully with Taiwanese's traditional cultures like embroidery and dragons, made for a unique and enchanting experience.

Japanese brand LAVEC was up next. Describing the collection in one word as LOVE. Deriving her inspiration from self-love, family, people, plants, food, animals and the earth, she created a collection based on sustainability. With most fabrics being 100% organic cotton and ecological meaning they are made by using reduced material, this collection has brought a new and modern twist to the runway. The color palette was a stunning mix of black, white beige with electric blue pops of color in between.

To close the show, Chinese brand, WMTM by NiuNiu Chou, commanded the runway with its traditional and striking pieces and fierce child models. Describing the collection in one word as heritage, the main inspiration behind the collection was Chinese vintage. The heritage theme ran deep within this collection with fabrics over 70 years old and made from the craftsman with the traditional technique. The colorful palette was the perfect pairing with this historic and timeless collection.

GLOBAL FASHION COLLECTIVE II

Vibrant colors, defined edges and traditional influences lead the way for Global Fashion Collectives second show at New York Fashion Week.

Australian design brand The Arlo Studio were first up. Created by designer duo Charlotte Terry and Julianne Propsting, this brand embraces the philosophy that women have powerful and integral roles to play in society and their clothes should reflect this. This philosophy was deeply embedded in this collection. Most notably through the functionality and the high quality fabric of the clothing, allowing the collection to be both beautiful and long lasting. Each design flowed both softly yet strongly down the runway.Tailored to perfection these pieces were the perfect mix of practicality and femininity.

Next up, a dramatic entrance and dynamic show from GFC’s youngest designer Shun Oyama Tokyo. At only 22 years old, this young Japanese talent is set to take the fashion industry by storm. Using an eclectic mix of brocade and upholstery fabric, each piece was like lighting striking the runway. Drawing from an array of earth tones and silhouettes, each piece spoke volumes with its own unique personality, yet it was united by the common theme of fabric. Inspired by classic Japanese and European fashion mixed into a modern perspective, dramatic shoulder pads and defined edges made for an emotional and powerful collection.

Gigi Wang took us on a passage through time from traditional China to contemporary times. The inspiration for this collection comes from Chinese tradition. Parent-child costumes are used to express the passing on and inheritance of Chinese folk culture to the next generation.This united relationship of old and new is seen through the combination of traditional Chinese fabrics and new modern environmentally-friendly fabrics. Vibrant colors like bright orange and green.and traditional embroidery breathed life into this beautiful collection.

Closing the show, Chicago based designer, Alicia Perillo drew inspiration from a William Gibson novel ‘Idoru’. Written in 1995, he predicted that the avatar will take over the world. Perillo described her collection in one word as ‘inclusive futurism’.

A beautiful mix of silks, brocade and orange cottons made for a stunning show.

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Tracy Reese Spring 2018 RTW

“The woman makes the clothes.”

Tracy Reese

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Tracy Reese presented a collection for Spring 2018 that was bold in color and rich in prints. Featured were wide-legged pants, flowing dresses and over-sized suits - all very chic, very modern and very wearable. But Tracy Reese did much more than present a beautiful collection - she sent a clear-cut message about diversity and how the fashion industry needs to embrace dressing all women. Her models ranged in age, ethnicity and size.

The models were speaking to the audience though we couldn't make it all out, so what were they saying? Tracy told Vogue: “I wanted them to tell their stories about their journeys, their dreams, and their aspirations, in whatever language felt most natural to them." This action just made an already strong presentation stronger and authentic.

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Size Does Not Matter...I Repeat, Size Doesn't Matter - Just Ask Adeleand Emme

by Tracy Hogan

Call them normal, call them plus size, call them whatever you like; these beloved women have captured the hearts of audiences everywhere, as they strut their stuff straight into the spotlight. Gracing the cover of magazines and awarded for their incredible talents and spirits, these women are all about style, grace, body, mind and soul.

It's so important for our role models to emphasize a healthy body image and self-esteem when time and time again, boys and girls are chastised for being overweight. The importance of exercise and eating right is more visible than ever, as it should be, but thanks to ladies like

Adele

,

Robyn Lawley

and 

Emme

, women can 

feel more confident

in their own skin, seeing that being super-skinny isn't what matters.

Emme: Strength

The first "supersize super model," 

Emme

is a vision of beauty, strength and dignity. She exudes positivity, and she captures the attention of everyone around. She provides an online forum and trusted resource for women of all shapes, sizes and ethnicities to feel connected and accepted by real, grounded people who celebrate life.

Emme learned she had lymphatic cancer in 2007. But with strength, hope and passion to survive, she came out cancer-free, strong and proud. Health and wellness are at the forefront of her message; she believes in relieving anxiety and stress, releasing anger, developing confidence and living a greener lifestyle.

Robyn Lawley: Grace

When we look at breathtaking supermodel Robyn Lawley, we'd like to thank her sponsors Ralph Lauren and Panache lingerie, clothing like Spanx (for shaping) and 

BuyCostumes plus size costumes

(for playing), for showing women of all sizes it's easy to feel and be sexy whenever the occasion calls. Whether she's on a swimwear shoot on the Cook Islands for Cosmopolitan Australia or on the catwalk, she embodies sex appeal, grace and playfulness.

Adele: Class

This has been a big year for our 

English queen, Adele

. With awards and accolades across all mediums, she continues to carry herself with grace and dignity. The emotion she evokes from music lovers across the globe is intense, as she digs deep within her soul to tell stories of love and loss. Her style is classy and her attitude is fierce.

Kate Upton: Seduction

Women and men across the world are entranced by the woman we met in the 2011 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. Then just 18 years old, Upton has become the face of the all-American supermodel. While looking at this bombshell, you wouldn't at all think she was plus size (well, when discussing sizes 0-6, "plus" is relative), however she has been criticized for having a larger frame... ridiculous. She is the essence of woman.

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