Alicia Hannah Naomi - S/S 2015

Melbourne based designer, Alicia Hannah Naomi incorporates precious materials into organic pieces that exemplify both simplicity and austerity in a way that encapsulates the true essence of the wabi-sabi aesthetic. She creates contemporary jewellery that harnesses the savageness of beauty.
In response to corporeal relationships and visceral sensuality, the 2015 collection features raw textures with a primal tactility. The desire for human contact is communicated through sculpted surface treatments and undulation that culminates in sharp detail. Interlocking elements delineate our common need for intimacy, while the shadowy blackening of the precious metals amplify the brutality associated with lust. Manufactured in Melbourne from sterling silver, precious gems and volcanic rock; the works allegorise the carnal connection of lovers.

References: Alicia Hannah Naomi

Nicholas K - S/S 2015

I always get excited when team Kunz are about to release new collection. On New York Fashion Week, Nicholas K presented new storyline for Spring/Summer 2015. In their constant search for new inspiration, new stories, new adventures... this time brother and sister team took a road trip through Morocco to look up female explorers who had traveled the region. They found Isabelle Eberhardt, the Swiss explorer who dressed as a man so that she could move freely through turn-of-the-century North Africa. "It was unlike anything we could imagine," said Nicholas of the obstacles Eberhardt faced.

Collection is very layered and contains from knee-length wide shorts via hooded and asymmetric tops, cardigans, shawls...and all the way to leather jackets. To make it more feminine designers used lace-up heels made in partnership with Korean designer Kiyoon Baek. And for the finishing touch and presentation of strong and nomadic traveler's spirit Nicholas K used horsehair accessories created by Victoria Simes.

References and full collection: Style

Y-3 - S/S 2015

One more sporty collection from Mr. Yohji Yamamoto for Y-3 in collaboration with Adidas. The collection for Spring/Summer 2015 is combination of different styles. But one is for sure...When it comes to prints Yamamoto never makes mistakes. Therefore in creating an image of Hawaiian surfers, designer used mix of avant-garde with floral print and shape it into sports wear.

Full collection: Fashionising

Xconcept - A/W 2014-15

Gino Bensi is designer and creator of XCONCEPT. He draws his inspiration from the many travels around the world. Bali island especially inspired the development of a strong creative impulse and influences with its culture and roots the brand life-breath. Brand DNA is based on recurring symbols such as the journey beyond the borders, freedom without constraints, a peculiar originality. It is made for those who are different.
"Fall winter 2014/2015 collection is more and more conceptual. XCONCEPT dresses man and woman who need to be free of ex pressing their selves with an original mood. A woman and a man with a strong personality and strongly demanding: they are metropolitan stylish and evolved fighters facing life into the cities of the world."

References and full collection: XCONCEPT and NJaL

Noirer - S/S 2015

Korean menswear label Noirer presents its second Spring/Summer collection for 2015. Noirer name comes from French word Noir meaning 'black', color that features so heavily in every Noirer collection. The label describes their designs as "Dark, Deep, Dence" and exploring the concept of "style over fashion". They are trying strong to connect with wearer and its philosophy, past, life and will to live.

"We offer alter ego with particular focus on expression through hard life. "

Full collection: Noirer

Akedo !

Not so long ago I came across this amazing team of people from Johannesburg and their collaboration in making the latest addition to the online shopping in South Africa. Their team consists of a group of young designers such as: Akedo, Anmari Honiball, Blanc, Jenevieve Lyons, Lumin, Me.Plus.One x Jana+Koos, Oath, Rayne, Samantha Constable and Vuuren. By presenting their own ideas and visions through minimal concept they are trying to combine fashion and art in creating innovations.

"AKEDO gets you. We do. We understand that you have a quirkiness inside you that needs to be expressed. We are not loud or crass in our individuality but through subtlety and sophistication we embrace you.
AKEDO doesn’t judge. We intend to create clothing that allows you to be who you are. We are unpretentious and our strength is in the vulnerability and honesty of our style.
AKEDO is a step to the left. And like most people, a tad off center in our thinking. We are different, not for the sake of it but because we believe that in everyone, is that little bit of peculiar. We’re all a bit AKEDO."

References: Akedo