The third batch, under the mentorship of Textile and Fashion Federation (Singapore)’s Vice President David Wang, as well as industry experts such as Nic Wong and Daniel Yam over the last seven months. 18 new labels that have been developed under Singapore’s fashion incubator project, PARCO next NEXT, alongside the Spring/Summer 2012 collections of five existing PARCO next NEXT designers.
The 18 new labels are 20:TWOTHREE, 2HB, alexandria chen, ANGELIA, ash, Episene, evenodd, FOON FOONO, FOREWORD, Kae Hana, LION EARL, MASH-UP, Mils, QUAINTHOOD, RÊVASSEUR, Saloni Rathor, Wil.LiaM Atelier and WSDM. Five of the designers from PARCO next NEXT’s second cohort - Arty.Lily, ffayth, eve, Veira and @dress of thoughts - are now entering their second year with the programme.
Evenodd by Samuel Wong(http://evenoddstudio.com)
Another promising Singapore label, self-taught designer, Samuel Wong who is a strong believer of the co-existence of the polar opposites has brought out a collection that has a relevance to the new style that is not only wearable to many but also bringing out the varying men’s styles in the world of men’s fashion. The ever-intricate details from the seams that can be seen clearly is a sign that the product invented was brought out from his careful and imaginative thoughts. Most of his clothes can be seen as loud or many would say over the top, however he manages to harness his thoughts in making the future in fashion being represented in a tame manner. To those who loves to tame sophistication, this collection by Samuel Wong could be the one for you.
Mils by Sunny Lim(http://www.milsmanifesto.com/)
This young and innovative designer took a leap and dived into having a collection that showcases his imagination on having men wearing clothes that are not just bold but still carrying the essence on a gentleman. Inspired by architecture and symmetry, he crafted a collection with a view of having an A-symmetry design in most of his shirts. Other then the exclusive pieces made available, he continues to injects new styles throughout the season and even having his own collection displayed in the upcoming Merc-Benz fashion week in Sydney. His collection is worth to watch out for as he carry around his take on fashion to the international scene.
Mash-Up by Daniela Monasterios Tan, Nathanael Ng and Shaf Amis’aabudin (http://whatamashup.blogspot.com/)
Their 12-piece “totemania” collection was heavily inspired by North west coast Native American culture. This collection of theirs may seem avant-garde, however with the growing fashion and style sense around the world, these daring designers realizes that the Singapore fashion scene need to be exposed to a style whereby in fashion you do not always need to be safe and boring. Their interesting, innovative DIY-stuffs that allows for custom orders and finishing uses simple materials such as plastic chains and tin cans. I must say that their collection is worth checking out for those who appreciate fashion in a less conventional way.
Photography: Clifford Loh (www.cliffordloh.com)
Styling: Randolph Tan (www.behance.net/randolphtan)
Styling Assistant: Jane Ramdan
Model: Jasper G/AVE
What’s hot and what’s not?! Who calls the shot to what’s in and what’s out?! Meet the Fashion Editor.
Gregory DelliCarpini Jr. love affair with fashion started at a young age. Graduate of Skidmore College, trained in art history, art, and design and having studied architecture at the Harvard Graduate School of Design, he has always enjoyed creative industries that directly and indirectly influence style.
Assisting at Vogue, his determination and hard work finally paid off when offered to heads up the fashion direction of Billboard.com writing a column titled, The Hook.
Z!nk Magazine has recently named Gregory DelliCarpini Jr., the new Fashion Editor of the Magazine in a continued effort to transform and garnish the Magazines image. Zink is moving forward with a new vision and plans to freshly blossom with a new fashion, artistic, and musical vision for the New Year with Gregory composing fresh material for the magazine.
Read more for R.A Exclusive Interview with the Fashionista himself, Gregory DelliCarpini Jr. on his life as the Fashion Editor… …
Photographed by Mert Alas & Marcus Piggott under the creative direction of Giorgio Armani, the campaign features models Milou Van Groesen and Simon Nessman. The advertising campaign will debut around the world in fashion and lifestyle magazines starting from February issues.
Sky Vargas from www.thebeaunextdoor.com, recently shared with R.A his latest shoot with photographer El Andres Burgos. Styled with custom made denim and Zana Bayne harness, Sky takes you on a journey of the Flightless One.
