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A FASHION WRITER’S WORLD: COVERING VANCOUVER FASHION WEEK

jandrewspeaks — Wed, 24 Apr 2024 20:54:09 +0000

As Vancouver Fashion Week opens, I penned this short essay about a fashion writer's world and what a fashion critic like me actually does. Firstly, this is a passion project. I do sell occasional stories and advertise on my blog, but I do this because I love fashion. I trained as a theatre designer, worked as a costumer, and gradually moved to fashion, my true obsession (read my about page for more details). I love fashion shows.…

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VANCOUVER FASHION WEEK IS BACK APRIL 23-28 2024

jandrewspeaks — Thu, 11 Apr 2024 20:54:05 +0000

VANCOUVER FASHION WEEK F/W 2024 Vancouver Fashion Week (VFW) is a celebration of creativity, innovation, and style that draws fashion enthusiasts, industry professionals, and designers from around the world. As the second-largest fashion show in North America, VFW has become a must-attend event for those seeking inspiration, networking opportunities, and a glimpse into the future of fashion. I have been covering VFW for a number of years now. I always find it to be an exciting event . If…

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THE ART OF DYING, EDUARDO RAMOS @ VANCOUVER FASHION WEEK S/S 24

jandrewspeaks — Thu, 09 Nov 2023 21:12:54 +0000

EDUARDO RAMOS The last night of Vancouver Fashion Week is a time to celebrate some of Vancouver's outstanding designers, like Eduardo Ramos. Ramos showed his collection ARS MORIENDI (The Art of Dying) to an exuberant hometown crowd. The following is an excerpt from the biographical notes provided by Eduardo Ramos. Born and raised in the vibrant setting of Mexico City, Eduardo embraced art and entrepreneurship from an early age. His desire for knowledge led him to Vancouver,…

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LA SALLE COLLEGE Takes Vancouver Fashion Week by Storm

jandrewspeaks — Fri, 03 Nov 2023 22:38:44 +0000

LA SALLE COLLEGE La Salle College and Vancouver Fashion Week celebrate 15 years of collaboration this year. One of the most exciting things about attending VFW is seeing the work of students and graduate students from Vancouver's many fashion schools. One of the local colleges that always brings an array of exceptional student designers to the runway is La Salle College. La Salle College offers a diploma program and is one of the few schools in the…

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ORIGINEL @ VANCOUVER FASHION WEEK S/S 24

jandrewspeaks — Tue, 31 Oct 2023 22:07:05 +0000

ORIGINEL On the 5th night of Vancouver Fashion Week, French fashion designer Lucie LeFranc of Originel showed her up cycled collection of womenswear. The following excerpt comes from the designers biographical notes provided to Vancouver Fashion Week. I joined the MJM school in Lille to study fashion design, where I spent 2 years learning the basics of sewing, pattern-making, drawing, and design. Two years that confirmed my passion, COVID years where I had to develop my style…

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VIVIDUS RUNAWAY @ VANCOUVERFASHION WEEK S/S 24

jandrewspeaks — Fri, 27 Oct 2023 02:05:02 +0000

VIVIDUS RUNWAY The 2nd night of Vancouver brought Seattle brand VIVIDUS RUNWAY to the catwalk. Designer Tierra Alysia shared her biography with Vancouver Fashion Week, the following is from that bio. Tierra Alysia is a Native American and Filipino fashion designer from Seattle. She attended New York Fashion Academy and Central Saint Martins in London. From the time she was a little girl she always knew she would be a fashion designer. Her thirst for culture,…

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KIMONO REMAKE @ VANCOUVER FASHION WEEK S/S 24

jandrewspeaks — Tue, 24 Oct 2023 23:51:43 +0000

THE KIMONO REMAKE Vancouver Fashion Week S/S 24 showcased five designers who presented collections based on remaking the kimono. My curiosity was piqued about this traditional garment and how modern designers are reinventing it. The kimono is the most recognizable element of Asian apparel, evocative of ancient Japan. But it is not only a historical garment; today, a movement is awakening to bring new life to old kimonos. The kimono, as we all recognize it, dates back…

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YAXIN ZONE AT VANCOUVER FASHION WEEK

jandrewspeaks — Tue, 24 Oct 2023 00:13:14 +0000

YAXIN ZONE TAKES CENTER STAGE Yaxin Zone showed on the first night of VFW. The inaugural evening of Vancouver Fashion Week is consistently an exhilarating affair. This occasion offers us a tantalizing glimpse into the world of local, national, and international designers who command the spotlight. Throughout the six-day extravaganza, a diverse array of designers graced the stage, showcasing their creations. One such standout was Yaxin Zone, a brainchild of Taiwanese designer, Yahsin Chung. Chung's collection, inspired…

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EDUARDO RAMOS FIRES UP THE RUNWAY @ VANCOUVER FASHION WEEK F/W 2023

jandrewspeaks — Fri, 28 Apr 2023 19:25:30 +0000

EDUARDO RAMOS @ VANCOUVER FASHION WEEK One of the best things about covering fashion weeks is meeting and interviewing the designers. Covering Vancouver Fashion Week offers me the opportunity to engage with designers from all over the world. However, the most exciting is to follow the development of local designers. I was introduced to Eduardo Ramos and his work in 2019 when he showed his first collection as a student designer from La Salle College. Reviewing student…

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SATOMI EL BESO SHOWS ANIME AND IDOLS @ VANCOUVER FASHION WEEK F/W 2023

jandrewspeaks — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 21:52:13 +0000

SATOMI EL BESO Satomi El Beso closed out day two of Vancouver fashion week with thunderous applause and an audience wanting more. What better way to close a night of great fashion than with an exciting display of abounding creativity? Satomi El Beso is primarily a costume brand, from the world of Japanese idols. Designer Satomi Takakura has designed for T.V. shows, commercials, and live performances. Each of Takakura's costumes is an exclusive creation. The garments are…

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