David Andersen - S/S 2013

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David Andersen is Danish born designer that debuted with his collection "David Andersen", in 2007 to instant success, both critically and commercially. Approaching its third year, the collection is represented in 12 countries expanding abroad Europe, and entering the markets of Japan and the US. He graduated from Glasgow School of Art 2003, where he was awarded “Best Costume Designer” in 2004. Subsequently, 2004 proved to be an...

A New Cross - A/W 2012-13

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A New Cross is a Colombian brand, born in 2010 with idea of making high conceptual accessories and garments. They focus on consciousness of art-inspired fashion, the use of quality materials, as well as artisanal methods of production. They maintain a constant inspiration to underground garments as a living space, meant to protect, comfort, and project as expression that goes beyond the material. References: A New Cross ...

Esther Perbandt - A/W 2012-13

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Born and grew up in West Berlin, Esther Perbandt studied at University of Fine Arts Berlin, IFM Institut Francais de la Mode Paris. And at in the beginning of 2004 she founded her own fashion label Esther Perbandt. Combination of male and female elements, combined with strength and sensitivity are one of the labels character. A symbiosis of material, colour, cuts and various motives complete the design with an individual special...

Limi Feu - S/S 2013

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Japanese fashion designer Limi Feu (born Limi Yamamoto) started her label back in 2000 and presented her collections on TFW from 2000 to 2007. After that Feu made debut on Paris Fashion Week in October 2007 and got good critics. Limi is the daughter of designer Yohji Yamamoto and name "feu" she took upon word in French dictionary. Fashion writers have pointed to similarities between the aesthetics of Feu and her father: they...

Divka - "Pattern" A/W 2012-13

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“Divka” is a design team established by two creators in 2011, based in Tokyo. They are aiming to creating modern and beautiful garments through experimentation. Divka seeks to create clothes that are unknown, even to us. In 2012, divka is selected as a finalist of Mango Fashion Award 4th Edition, and got 2011 TOKYO New Designer Grand Prix professional category. “Pattern" – this is Divka’s collection’s theme. The word “pattern” has...

Julius F/W 2012-13

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Japanese avant-garde label JULIUS led by Tatsuro Horikawa year after year develop his collections. For Fall/Winter 2012, Horihawa made huge step in making very solid collection. Somehow Julius style seems much cleaner, a lot less distressing and damaged and as many have noticed less of military influence. But still, He manage to keep the aggressive feeling in many of his garments. With this collection he has worked subtly, with long...

HIGH - A/W 2012-13

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Claire Campbell is British designer and name behind HIGH brand. HIGH aims to create contemporary classics over transient fashion, and clothing design for everyday use over occasional wear. The main idea is a great respect for tradition and craftsmanship. Campbell has aimed to create functional yet sophisticated everyday couture garments with a human touch; clothing modelled by hand, with attention to detail. She says “We use good...

Zam Barrett - Fall/Winter 2012

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Zam Barrett from NYC is a technically accomplished tailor who is drawn towards the avant garde end of the fashion spectrum with his namesake label. Barrett describes that his collections are infused with a level of symbolism and creativity that gives greater meaning and interest to the products beyond the pure utilitarian and adornment purposes of traditional garments. He explains that mission of company was to create artisanal type...

Asger Juel Larsen - "LUCID DISORDER" collection - A/W 2012-13

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Asger Juel Larsen is a designer that marks and merits the adventurous and rule breaking reinvention of modern menswear. Hailing from Denmark but truly establishing his art in the UK, Asger graduated 'top of the class' at the London College of Fashion in 2009 with a BA Menswear Degree, Asger has since then conquered the masters at the same institution. His aesthetics have been consistently evolving during the academic time frame, illustrating...

James Hock - "Harbinger" collection - A/W 2012-13

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Malaysian born James Hock graduated from Macquarie University, Sydney with a degree in accounting. He worked briefly as an auditor before making the decision to move to London where he quickly gained fame working in London’s fringe club scene for his iconic looks and impeccable sense of style. Self-taught, James enrolled in Kensington and Chelsea College to improve his technical skills. His early works attracted much attention and...

Br.UNO - A/W 2012-13

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Bruno Tedioli is name behind label Br.UNO. After more than 10 years of collaboration with famous fashion brands, Tedioli decided to launch his own line of clothing in 2009 under name Br.Uno. Main inspirations for his collections are coming from dark literature and art, horror and sci-fi movies creating an armor for individual ready to face the future. References: Br.UNO...

Paolo Errico - F/W 2012-13

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Born and raised in Genoa, Italy, Paolo Errico currently lives in Milan and works between London and Paris. He began his career working for Calvin Klein and for Versace. In 2000, he joined the Ermenegildo Zegna Group and designed Agnona collection. His next move was teaming up with the Roberto Cavalli group in 2005 to create lines from women and consult for luxury fashion brands. In 2004 he launched a fashion house under his own name...

The Viridi-anne - "Nostalgia" collection - A/W 2012-13

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Born in 1963 Nagano Prefecture, Japan. Graduated from Tokyo Zoukei University, Department of Fine arts majoring in Painting. Moving from the canvas to a desire for expression through garments and then establishing Caterpillar Produit in 1987. Early Developmental Women's wear being central to the collection and did a runway show in underground scene in Tokyo. Leading him of desire to make clothing for himself provided the catalyst...