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		<title><![CDATA[The rise of 'modest fashion' in Asia and the design labels to know]]></title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Nov 2017 09:53:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sarah Khan]]></dc:creator>
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		'Modest style' is one of fashion's fastest growing sectors, especially in Asia. <media:description><![CDATA[]]></media:description>												
								<content:encoded><![CDATA[&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; itemprop=&#34;thumbnailUrl&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; src=&#34;/rw-placeholder/750/410/image.svg&#34; data-src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2017/11/modestfashion-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;lazy-load attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;noscript&#62;&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2017/11/modestfashion-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;/noscript&#62;   &#60;p&#62;As it turns out, Muslim fashion is one of fashion&#039;s fastest growing sectors, estimated to be worth a whooping $200billion by 2020. This is monumental considering that, at one point, the idea of &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/latest-news/fashion-news/hijarbie-this-barbie-instagram-account-is-making-waves-online-151327.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;&#8216;modest Muslim fashion&#8217;&#60;/a&#62; was almost unfathomable - calling to mind images of black burqas and nothing else. However, things appear to be changing - fast.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;This past spring, Vanessa Friedman, The New York Times chief fashion critic, declared &#8216;modest fashion&#8217; (or &#8216;modest-wear&#8217;) a defining trend of 2010s. Asia, in particular, is witness to the surge in modest fashion.&#160;In the recent &#60;strong&#62;2017 edition of &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/fashion-week/singapore/sgfw-partners-boutique-fair-215970.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown#item=1&#34;&#62;Singapore Fashion Week (SGFW)&#60;/a&#62;&#60;/strong&#62;, modest fashion took centrestage at the &#60;strong&#62;Modestyle.asia&#60;/strong&#62; showcase, an online portal of modest womenswear labels, featuring an array of womenswear fashion labels from across Asia (like Bangladesh&#8217;s La Reve, Indonesia&#8217;s Dian Pelangi, China&#8217;s Tasmiah) and the Middle East. Even the biggest names in Asia&#039;s e-commerce scene like&#160;&#60;strong&#62;Zalora&#60;/strong&#62;&#160;has its own in-house modest label called Zalia; &#60;strong&#62;Fashion Valet,&#60;/strong&#62; run by hijab-clad business mogul Vivy Yusoff has also attracted a cult fashion following among Malaysia&#039;s fashion savvy Muslims.&#160;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Globally,&#160;&#60;strong&#62;Dolce &#38;amp; Gabbana&#60;/strong&#62;&#160;released their highly talked about &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/latest-news/new-collections/dolce-gabbana-launches-exclusive-line-of-hijabs-and-abayas-146043.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;&#60;em&#62;abaya &#60;/em&#62;&#60;/a&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/latest-news/new-collections/dolce-gabbana-launches-exclusive-line-of-hijabs-and-abayas-146043.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;collection&#60;/a&#62; (i.e. the loose, full-length robes often sported by Muslim women) in 2016, closely followed by&#160;&#60;strong&#62;Uniqlo&#039;s&#160;&#60;/strong&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/latest-news/new-collections/hari-raya-aidilfitri-special-hana-tajima-uniqlo-110996.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown#item=1&#34;&#62;own line of hijabs designed by Hana Tajima&#60;/a&#62;. London also hosted its own Modest Fashion Week earlier this year, in partnership with &#60;strong&#62;Modanisa&#60;/strong&#62;, Istanbul-based modest fashion online destination that carries both luxury and non-luxury labels.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;No doubt, the driving force behind the unprecedented rise of modest wear in mainstream fashion has largely to do with the purchasing power and increased visibility of Muslim women across the world. However, with celebrities like Nigella Lawson spotted wearing a &#039;burkini&#039;, and fashion&#039;s return to embracing higher necklines and longer hemlines (case in point: Erdem x H&#38;amp;M), it suggests that perhaps modest fashion is not just for Muslims or women of faith and has in fact a far more broader appeal. &#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;In our gallery above, we&#8217;ve curated our favourite modest fashion labels and brands to keep on your radar, and where you can get your modest style clothing items from in the region.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;Sarah Khan&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;Read More:&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/latest-news/new-campaigns/close-loop-hms-diverse-cast-latest-ad-campaign-includes-hijab-wearer-128260.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;Close the Loop: H&#38;amp;M&#8217;s diverse cast in latest ad campaign includes a hijab-wearer&#60;/a&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/food/hot-spots/recommended-spots/halal-breakfast-brunch-cafes-singapore-283270.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown#item=1&#34;&#62;7 Utterly Instagram-worthy Halal breakfast and brunch cafes in Singapore&#60;/a&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/beauty/beauty-buys/halal-makeup-260578.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;Beauty Junkie: 7 Halal makeup brands you should definitely check out&#60;/a&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;meta name=&#34;original-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/hk/fashion-hk/asia-style-hk/asian-designers-hk/modest-fashion-asia-333616.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;syndication-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/hk/fashion-hk/asia-style-hk/asian-designers-hk/modest-fashion-asia-333616.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;robots&#34; content=&#34;noindex, follow&#34; /&#62;]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[Mongolia: the new fashion destination in Asia to keep on your radar?]]></title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Oct 2017 08:33:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sarah Khan]]></dc:creator>
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		These are the 5 major labels making waves nationally and beyond. <media:description><![CDATA[]]></media:description>												
								<content:encoded><![CDATA[&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; itemprop=&#34;thumbnailUrl&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; src=&#34;/rw-placeholder/750/410/image.svg&#34; data-src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2017/10/mongolia-ma-1-e1507258702101-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;lazy-load attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;noscript&#62;&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2017/10/mongolia-ma-1-e1507258702101-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;/noscript&#62;  &#60;p&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/culture/from-us-to-you/mongolian-tradition-paper-wedding-dresses-asya-kozina-70250.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown#item=1&#34;&#62;&#60;strong&#62;Mongolia&#60;/strong&#62; &#60;/a&#62;might be the last country that comes to mind when you think of fashion. But with a new generation of local fashion designers making waves in the fashion scene, you might want to include this country on your fashion radar. &#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Perhaps following its 25th year of democracy last year, after a long history of colonial rule, Mongolia has seen a reawakening of nationalistic pride that has also seeped into its budding fashion industry. &#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Its capital city of &#60;strong&#62;Ulaanbaatar&#60;/strong&#62;, home to the Urlakh Erdem Fashion Design Institute, now hosts its own Ulaanbaatar Fashion Week. And now, partly thanks to the popular Mongolia&#8217;s Next Top Model which regularly features local Mongolian designers, there&#8217;s been a strong local support and interest to the&#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/my/fashion-my/asia-style-my/asian-designers-my/malaysian-local-clothing-brands-197390.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown#item=1&#34;&#62; local fashion scene&#60;/a&#62;. &#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;This is monumental considering the fact that like the rest of Asia, Mongolians have always followed the fashion &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/beauty/get-the-look/k-beauty-5-k-pop-beauty-trends-went-mainstream-99849.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown#item=1&#34;&#62;trends in Japan and Korea&#60;/a&#62;. Even their local designers are fully embracing their ethnic Mongol roots, artfully adopting generations-old techniques, fabrics and designs into their contemporary fashion creations.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;No doubt, Mongolia is definitely the new Asian fashion destination to keep on your radar. Piqued? Browse the &#60;strong&#62;5 best Mongolian designers and stores&#60;/strong&#62; you can find in Ulaanbaatar in the gallery above!&#60;/p&#62;  &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;Sarah Khan&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;Read More:&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/my/fashion-my/asia-style-my/asian-designers-my/malaysian-fashion-designers-191402.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown#item=1&#34;&#62;Fashion Update: 8 Malaysian fashion designers you should know&#60;/a&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/asia-style/singapore-designers/singapore-jewellery-designers-232062.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;Local Bling: 10 Jewellery designers from Singapore we love&#60;/a&#62;&#60;/p&#62;  &#60;meta name=&#34;original-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/hk/galerie/best-mongolian-fashion-designers-333775.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;syndication-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/hk/galerie/best-mongolian-fashion-designers-333775.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;robots&#34; content=&#34;noindex, follow&#34; /&#62;]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[Korean fashion label H:CONNECT launches first store in Singapore]]></title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 31 Oct 2016 10:00:18 +0000</pubDate>
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		Trend-setting and celebrity-favourite Korean fashion store H:CONNECT opens its first Southeast Asian store in Singapore. <media:description><![CDATA[]]></media:description>												
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		<title><![CDATA[Asian Allure: Exclusive interview with Vivienne Tam on her UOB Cards collaboration]]></title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 25 Nov 2015 01:30:10 +0000</pubDate>
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		We spoke to the internationally acclaimed designer to find out more about her limited edition bags that were created exclusively for UOB Cards. And trust us, these bags are about to be snapped up. <media:description><![CDATA[]]></media:description>												
								<content:encoded><![CDATA[&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; itemprop=&#34;thumbnailUrl&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; src=&#34;/rw-placeholder/750/410/image.svg&#34; data-src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2015/11/Vivienne-Tam-Headshot-683x10241-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;lazy-load attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;noscript&#62;&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2015/11/Vivienne-Tam-Headshot-683x10241-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;/noscript&#62;  &#60;p&#62;As one of the most successful designers to come out of Hong Kong, &#60;strong&#62;Vivienne Tam&#60;/strong&#62;, is a name that immediately comes to mind when we talk about East-meets-West design. With at least two decades under her belt, Tam has always been known as the designer who effortlessly infuses Asian aesthetics&#160;into modern silhouettes. Whether it&#039;s incorporating Ming vases, opera girls, or the Silk Road, her impeccable creations never fail to intrigue.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;From having her pieces featured in this year&#039;s&#160;New York Metropolitan Museum of Art&#039;s &#039;China: Through the Looking Glass&#039; exhibition to the Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Victoria &#38;amp; Albert Museum in London, and the Andy Warhol Museum, Tam&#039;s work has been indubitably well celebrated.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Her designs have also expanded beyond clothes to laptop designs for HP and a hotel suite for Hotel Icon Hong Kong, to name a few. Well, now we get to bask in a little of her creative genius as Tam collaborates with UOB Cards for an exclusive limited edition bag. Crafted with cut outs, the tote bag was inspired by the lotus flower emblem and comes in two classic colours - black and gold. With its size, it&#039;s also roomy enough for a laptop when you&#8217;re heading to work, or for all your essentials on the weekend.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;So before we get our hands on it, we spoke with Vivienne Tam to find a little more about her involvement with the project, her inspiration and advice for dressing up in Singapore.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;What made you decide to work with UOB Cards on this project?&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;The goal of the project was to create something unique and special for UOB Cards to commemorate and celebrate the 50&#60;sup&#62;th&#60;/sup&#62;&#160;anniversary of the independence of Singapore. I was glad and excited to participate and contribute to the occasion.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;What was the inspiration behind the design of the bag? Is there a meaning behind it?&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;I chose the lotus design because its roots grow in muddy water, but the flower rises above the mud to bloom. It represents our life experiences and how we break free in order to excel. A &#60;strong&#62;gold lotus&#60;/strong&#62; signifies enlightenment and purity.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;How do you define your personal style?&#60;em&#62;&#160;&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;I am not bound by any style, form or trend. It all depends on my mood and the occasion.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;What is the one item in your wardrobe that you cannot live without? Why?&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;There is always one piece from each of my collection that I cannot live without.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;Who is the most influential person in your life?&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;My mother. She was the person who taught me how to make clothes and how to be individual.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;Do you think the fashion industry will face a burn-out soon?&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;Never. There is always newness and excitement.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;What are your tricks to styling in Singapore&#039;s hot and humid weather?&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;A beautiful embroidered cotton eyelet dress or a printed silk chiffon dress.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;Do you have any advice for aspiring designers in Singapore?&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;Never give up. Be your own individual.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;What are some of your future plans?&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;I&#8217;m currently working on some very exciting projects. One of them is a new e-commerce site which will be launched very shortly. I am also finalizing an app which will be launched next month. 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		<title><![CDATA[From Seoul to New York: Lie Sang Bong FW15-16 debuts at NYFW]]></title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2015 04:58:53 +0000</pubDate>
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		Feminine and bold - the father of Korean fashion shows his latest collection in New York on February 18 ahead of Seoul Fashion Week. Here's what we thought of it.<media:description><![CDATA[]]></media:description>												
								<content:encoded><![CDATA[&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; itemprop=&#34;thumbnailUrl&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; src=&#34;/rw-placeholder/750/410/image.svg&#34; data-src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2015/02/lsb-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;lazy-load attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;noscript&#62;&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2015/02/lsb-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;/noscript&#62;  &#60;p&#62;While &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/asia-style/seoul-fashion-wee-ss15-highlights-part-1-50670.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;Seoul Fashion Week &#60;/a&#62;is merely a month away, we didn&#8217;t have to wait that long to discover the latest collection from South Korea&#8217;s master designer &#60;strong&#62;Lie Sang Bong&#60;/strong&#62;. As of Fall 2014 - and after showing for 12&#160;years at&#160;Paris Fashion Week - &#160;the designer has chosen &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/latest-news/new-york-fashion-week-spring-2015-42198.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;New York Fashion Week&#60;/a&#62; to be the unveiling place for his intricate and awe-inducing creations which have never failed to impress the fashion industry in Korea and beyond.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Known for single-handily bringing Korean fashion to the spotlight since the&#160;debut of his ready-to-wear line in 1993, Lie Sang Bong knows how to make an entrance while still keeping in mind that his creations are made to be worn by everyday women. Specifically, women who have an interest in and understanding of&#160;what makes good fashion, and lead busy lives hence are looking for something to stand out yet still be appropriate for their day to day functions: in other words,&#160;modern luxury.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;His latest creations demonstrated&#160;just that. Architectural&#160;and filled with beautifully-constructed details &#8211; the Fall/Winter 2015-16 collection whose unveiling&#160;coincided with the designer&#8217;s opening of his first flagship store in the Big Apple last month, was an epitome of elegance with a dash of quirk.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;What stands out the most this time round is the perfect tailoring which takes on the current 70&#8217;s and &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/best-dressed-fashion/best-dressed-week-kerry-washington-adam-lippes-pre-fall-2015-74557.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown#post-74557&#34;&#62;menswear-inspired trends&#60;/a&#62; but remains feminine while bold at the same time. Case in point are delicate lace wide-leg cropped pant and midi skirts matched with thick oversized leather and wool jackets or coats. The choice of footwear resonated that idea as well and we&#8217;re pretty sure that thigh-high boots and classic pointy pumps worn with plain socks, finishing just above the ankle, will be all the hype next season so much so that we&#8217;re starting to buy our pumps a half size bigger from now.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Other highlights from the collection are the&#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/trends-and-tips/wear-geometric-trend-18244.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62; abstract floral prints&#60;/a&#62; peeking out from various parts in a now-signature LIE SANGBONG style and a hint of embroidery in the finale pieces which at first,&#160;could&#160;be mistaken as prints.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Mixing prints, fur, leather, lace, embroidery and tartan in one collection probably sounds too eclectic at once but it is no surprise that the designer somehow makes it work and the key might be his ability to be restrained and his keen architectural eye. The classic colour combination of black, white and navy blue mixed with some red and burgundy&#160;also helped create coherence in the collection from beginning to end.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;While some designers&#8217; takes on this season&#8217;s trends have&#160;been a tad too minimalistic and literal, Lie Sang Bong breathes a fresh air into retro style and a &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/the-editors-corner/oscars-2015-red-carpet-predictions-will-wear-74277.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;sense of modernity&#60;/a&#62; which make the collection unmistakably a current one.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Whether in Seoul or New York, the pieces shown on the runway yesterday would definitely find a place in a chic working woman&#8217;s closet, one who follows the trends but wants that extra touch which would make her stand out from the crowd.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;Rana Wehbe&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;Photos: Imaxtree&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;meta name=&#34;original-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/hk/fashion-hk/asia-style-hk/seoul-new-york-lie-sang-bong-fw15-16-debuts-nyfw-342263.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;syndication-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/hk/fashion-hk/asia-style-hk/seoul-new-york-lie-sang-bong-fw15-16-debuts-nyfw-342263.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;robots&#34; content=&#34;noindex, follow&#34; /&#62;]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[Cassey Gan Fall Winter 2014: Sleek sportswear with an edge]]></title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 05 Aug 2014 02:23:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Tarandip Kaur]]></dc:creator>
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		Budding designer from Kuala Lumpur has all it takes to be a strong contender in the Asian fashion industry and we tell you why.<media:description><![CDATA[]]></media:description>												
								<content:encoded><![CDATA[&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; itemprop=&#34;thumbnailUrl&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; src=&#34;/rw-placeholder/750/410/image.svg&#34; data-src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2014/08/Cassey-Gan-Collage-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;lazy-load attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;noscript&#62;&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2014/08/Cassey-Gan-Collage-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;/noscript&#62;  &#60;p&#62;Designers have taken a whole new spin to casual and minimalism by incorporating &#60;a href=&#34;http://Budding%20designer%20from%20Kuala%20Lumpur%20has%20all%20it%20takes%20to%20be%20a%20strong%20contender%20in%20the%20fashion%20industry%20and%20we%20tell%20you%20why.?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;sportswear&#60;/a&#62; into the mix this year and Kuala Lumpur-based designer, &#60;strong&#62;Cassey Gan&#60;/strong&#62;, is no different.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;For the recent &#60;strong&#62;Kuala Lumpur Fashion Week&#60;/strong&#62;, Cassey Gan was handpicked as one of the few budding designers and debuted her collection to several nods of approval. The newly minted designer, who started her eponymous label last year, is a breath of fresh air in Kuala Lumpur&#8217;s largely extravagant fashion scene.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Cassey portrays an eye for asymmetrical cuts and relishes in infusing modern looks with a tinge of &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/latest-news/coco-coach-les-premieres-images-de-cara-delevingne-pour-chanel-33969.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;sportswear comfort&#60;/a&#62;. In a slew of relaxed silhouettes and sleek lines, the collection was a polished take to the casual minimalism trend, with a smidge of edginess thrown into the mix.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;While the base colour palette was largely kept to neutral shades, the occasional pops of electric blue and &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/beauty/beauty-sos/red-lips-how-to-wear-it-orange-29555.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;zesty oranges &#60;/a&#62;made for a vibrant collection. We especially loved the series of looks that accompanied asymmetrical skirts or bottoms.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;The young designer is one to be reckoned with, for during her years in fashion school, her illustrations nimbly found their way right smack into the pages of &#60;strong&#62;Italian Vogue&#60;/strong&#62;. If that isn&#8217;t an accomplishment, we&#8217;re sure the collection that debuted at KLFW will put further credence to her craft&#160;and dexterity in designing.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;If this lineup&#160;is anything to go by, we can&#8217;t wait to see what else Cassey has up her creative sleeves.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;Tarandip Kaur&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;meta name=&#34;original-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/hk/galerie/casey-gan-fall-winter-2014-sleek-sportswear-edge-344432.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;syndication-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/hk/galerie/casey-gan-fall-winter-2014-sleek-sportswear-edge-344432.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;robots&#34; content=&#34;noindex, follow&#34; /&#62;]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[Asian designer to watch: Toton Januar of TOTON]]></title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 03 Jul 2014 06:08:49 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Rana Wehbe]]></dc:creator>
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		Jakarta-based Toton Januar thrills with another original collection for FW2014. Here's why our editor is a big fan!<media:description><![CDATA[]]></media:description>												
								<content:encoded><![CDATA[&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; itemprop=&#34;thumbnailUrl&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; src=&#34;/rw-placeholder/750/410/image.svg&#34; data-src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2014/06/Fotor0617140947-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;lazy-load attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;noscript&#62;&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2014/06/Fotor0617140947-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;/noscript&#62;  &#60;p&#62;Very few designers leave an impact on me as much as &#60;strong&#62;Toton Januar&#60;/strong&#62; does.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Ever since emerging on the &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/asia-style/everything-big-bold-brilliant-vice-vanity-25595.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown#post-25595&#34;&#62;Asian fashion scene&#60;/a&#62;, he never fails to impress - season after season.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;For me, Toton represents what fashion is all about: strong identity &#8211; bringing something new and original to the table. It&#039;s true, every idea in fashion might have been there before but until I set eye on his creative interpretations of various traditional-meets-modern&#160;aesthetics and sensibilities &#8211; I never knew there was&#160;still a lot to explore.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;This goes to show that originality indeed does exist &#8211; and is coming from our &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/asia-style/audi-fashion-festival-ong-shunmugam-fw-2014-20973.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown#post-20973&#34;&#62;own Asian designers &#60;/a&#62;nevertheless!&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;A big fan? Slightly more I would say. Being the proud owner of almost quarter&#160;of his first collection, the finale gown from his second, a few gorgeous pieces from his third &#8211;and having just&#160;pre-ordered my pick of the fourth and latest one &#8211; I can say I am probably a huge admirer of the work of this &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/check-out-our-favourite-picks-from-the-fashion-world-just-for-you/alexander-wang-showed-heat-sensitive-color-changing-clothing-9480.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown#post-9480&#34;&#62;young designer&#60;/a&#62; whose talent and passion is one of the most profound I&#8217;ve ever encountered in the region.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;But it&#8217;s not just the clothes I love about &#60;a href=&#34;http://totonthelabel.com/?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;TOTON&#60;/a&#62;. It is in fact, the ideas that lie beneath and inspire Toton the designer&#160;to create these stunning pieces &#8211; and of course the &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/latest-news/indonesia-knights-its-fashion-heroes-at-jakarta-fashion-week-4523.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown#post-4523&#34;&#62;exquisite craftsmanship&#60;/a&#62; which would look right at home at any luxury boutique, next to the big names out there.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Take for example his latest &#60;strong&#62;Fall/Winter 2014 collection&#60;/strong&#62;. Inspired by memories which were triggered as the designer saw his&#160;late mother&#8217;s orchids blooming &#160;&#8211; the collection plays on contrasting colour, texture and shapes which reflect what might be going on in someone&#8217;s head as they recall memories&#160;once one of their senses is stimulated.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;From bright and colourful to black and white &#8211; the collection plays on contrast and randomness - just like the process of recalling memory is. The textures, abstract non-linear&#160;shapes embroidered in white on black chiffon, bright flowers and&#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/latest-news/valentino-reveals-fallwinter-2014-collection-28689.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown#post-28689&#34;&#62; butterflies in 3D&#60;/a&#62;&#8230; what unifies this collection despite its aesthetic contradictions is a strong feeling, just like an idea which sometimes can make us smile and others cry.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;From the traditional hand-woven Lagosi which originates from&#160;Sengkang area of South Sulawesi in Indonesia, to embroidery in the form of Orchids - both elements were integrated in this collection for personal reasons. As &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/latest-news/indonesia-knights-its-fashion-heroes-at-jakarta-fashion-week-4523.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;Toton&#60;/a&#62; explains: &#60;em&#62;&#039;those two things are the visual stimulant to bring back memories for me. Lagosi always reminds me of my childhood and all those local &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/travel/destination-accomplished/5-different-weddings-in-bali-10220.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;wedding celebrations&#60;/a&#62;, and as for Orchids, they are my mother&#8217;s, in her little garden in the backyard, which happen to be in full bloom the day she died.&#039;&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;&#039;I want to portray the complex work of our mind when it comes to memory into the pieces. All&#160;the different aspects in one piece could be disastrous, but with the right balance it could be&#160;beautiful and exciting. So does the way our heads work, sometimes we remembering different&#160;memories at once but somehow&#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/lifelove/coaching-lifelove/le-tee-shirt-dun-ex-en-photo-30268.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62; all those memories&#60;/a&#62; are the ones that build us as a person.&#039;&#60;/em&#62; He adds.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Philosophical? I would say utterly honest and beautifully rendered into stunning works of art which I&#039;ll leave&#160;you to browse in&#160;the images above - and get inspired just like I was!&#60;/p&#62;  &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;http://totonthelabel.com/?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;TOTON&#60;/a&#62;&#160;is available at the following&#60;a href=&#34;http://totonthelabel.com/stockists.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62; stockists&#60;/a&#62; worldwide. Keep posted on his latest news by&#160;following&#160;the&#160;&#60;a href=&#34;https://www.facebook.com/TOTONthelabel?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;facebook page&#60;/a&#62;.&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62;  &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;Rana Wehbe&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62;  &#60;meta name=&#34;original-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/hk/culture-hk/from-us-to-you-hk/the-editors-corner-hk/toton-fw-2014-344667.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;syndication-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/hk/culture-hk/from-us-to-you-hk/the-editors-corner-hk/toton-fw-2014-344667.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;robots&#34; content=&#34;noindex, follow&#34; /&#62;]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[Kapok x Simple People collection of graphic tees]]></title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2014 07:54:16 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Rana Wehbe]]></dc:creator>
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		Art, music and film lovers, this collection of cleverly-designed tees and totes is for you - and now available in Singapore.<media:description><![CDATA[]]></media:description>												
								<content:encoded><![CDATA[&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; itemprop=&#34;thumbnailUrl&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; src=&#34;/rw-placeholder/750/410/image.svg&#34; data-src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2014/06/t-shirts-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;lazy-load attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;noscript&#62;&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2014/06/t-shirts-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;/noscript&#62;  &#60;p&#62;When it comes to having a weakness for clever and catchy graphic tees - we are guilty as charged!&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Yes - despite being well&#160;beyond our teens (and no fans of Justin Bieber for that), we still love wearing those &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/trends-and-tips/trend-alert-slogan-tees-18515.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;cheeky and cheery t-shirts &#60;/a&#62;which never fail&#160;to put a smile on our faces especially on those gloomy and rainy Sundays.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;This is one reason, we are super excited about the newest kids on the block - &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/asia-style/zing-moiselle-hong-kong-finest-collaborate-on-a-limited-edition-collection-5098.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;Hong Kong-based&#60;/a&#62; hip multi-brand store &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.ka-pok.com/webshop/?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;Kapok &#60;/a&#62;which is&#160;renowned for discovering emerging brands from all around the world and collaborating with the best of them.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;And instead of having to fly all the way there, Kapok has just opened its first flagship store in Singapore, at the National Design Centre.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;What more?&#60;/strong&#62; To kick off its launch in Singapore, Kapok has collaborated with HK-based graphic artist&#160;Rex Koo on an exclusive collection of tees and totes featuring his trademark minimalistic vector graphic illustrations.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;The &#60;strong&#62;Kapok x Simple People collection&#60;/strong&#62; takes inspiration from a&#160;number of&#160;popular film, music and art icons where in each illustration, the colour palette - combined with Rex Koo&#039;s signature geometric style - represent the essence of the subjects which include: The characters&#160;Li-Zhen &#38;amp; Mo-Wan from Wong Kar-Wai&#8217;s film &#8216;In the Mood of Love&#8217;, David Bowie, Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol, Vito Corleone (aka The Godfather), Bruce Lee, &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/travel/now-or-never/sofitel-karl-iconic-chanel-designer-adds-touches-new-luxury-hotel-28487.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;Karl Lagerfeld&#60;/a&#62; and Alfred Hitchcock.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;Our pick:&#60;/strong&#62;&#160;Although&#160;we&#039;re fans of everything &#039;Karl&#039;, we cannot resist Rex Koo&#039;s&#160;clever take on the heroes of&#160;&#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/lifelove/entertainment-lifelove/valentines-day-movies-7824.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;one of our favourite movies of all time&#60;/a&#62;, Wong Kar-Wai&#039;s masterpiece &#60;strong&#62;&#039; In the Mood for Love&#039;.&#60;/strong&#62; We simply love it!&#60;/p&#62;  &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;&#60;strong&#62;Kapok x Simple People collection &#60;/strong&#62;(t-shirts at approx. USD72 and totes at approx. USD60) is now available at Kapok, The National Design Centre (g/f 111 Middle Road, Singapore 188969).&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62;  &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;Rana Wehbe&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;meta name=&#34;original-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/hk/galerie/kapok-x-simple-people-collection-graphic-tees-344699.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;syndication-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/hk/galerie/kapok-x-simple-people-collection-graphic-tees-344699.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;robots&#34; content=&#34;noindex, follow&#34; /&#62;]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[Audi Fashion Festival: Audi Star Creation 2013 Capsule Collection Show]]></title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 19 May 2014 06:30:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Rana Wehbe]]></dc:creator>
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		Vu Ta Linh from Vietnam and Sun Yijin from China showcase their capsule collections after winning last year's Audi Star Creation competition.<media:description><![CDATA[]]></media:description>												
								<content:encoded><![CDATA[&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; itemprop=&#34;thumbnailUrl&#34; width=&#34;679&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; src=&#34;/rw-placeholder/679/410/image.svg&#34; data-src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2014/05/Screen-Shot-2014-05-18-at-21.33.50-679x410.png&#34; class=&#34;lazy-load attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;noscript&#62;&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; width=&#34;679&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2014/05/Screen-Shot-2014-05-18-at-21.33.50-679x410.png&#34; class=&#34;attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;/noscript&#62;  &#60;p&#62;Intricate, luxurious and impeccable - it is hard to believe that the collections we saw at his show&#160;came from young - and new to the industry - designers who won&#160;last year&#039;s &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/latest-news/audi-star-creation-winners-announced-20263.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown#post-20263&#34;&#62;Audi Star Creation&#60;/a&#62; competition.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Exactly a year after taking home a cash prize of S$10,000 and&#160;completing&#160;a one year internship at luxury retailers F J Benjamin, both designers - Vu Ta Linh (Vietnam) and Sun Yijin (China) have stepped up their game and showed a lot of growth in their first capsule collections which were debut during this year&#039;s&#160;&#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/asia-style/hansel-fw-2014-audi-fashion-festival-20770.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;Audi Fashion Festival&#60;/a&#62;.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;Vu Ta Linh&#60;/strong&#62;&#039;s &#039;Indigo&#039; collection which was inspired by a&#160;Vietnamese song of the same title, aimed to show the creative &#039;freedom&#039; which the designer values so much. The combination of beautiful and rich textures,&#160;fabric manipulation,&#160;creative draping and ingenious layering was outstanding, and with every piece there was something new especially when it came&#160;to details. Effortless, creative yet&#160;sophisticated -&#160;we love the versatility&#160;which the most of the pieces demonstrated&#160;- from &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/serial-shopper/13-dresses-wear-wedding-18737.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;dresses &#60;/a&#62;to jackets, shorts and tops. But perhaps what stood out the most is the way this young designer has managed to combine so many elements harmoniously and create stunning pieces which would look right at home in any luxury department store.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;Sun Yijin&#60;/strong&#62;&#039;s label KSANYUSUN collection was equally outstanding. Entitled &#039; Winter&#039;, the designer imaged through her designs what this season&#160;would look like in a place like &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/asia-style/stolen-architecturally-driven-designs-singapore-18643.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;Singapore &#60;/a&#62;- where she had spent the last year living to complete her internship.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Elegant and breezy - the collection showed great skill in fabric and textile work - something which the designer is very passionate about. From delicate monochrome 3D flowers on silk dresses and tops to stunning knits which looked immaculate especially when it came to finishing. We also loved the breezy layered chiffon separates which boasted very clever and subtle thread embroidery work for that unexpected touch.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Despite their very different approaches, both young designers have demonstrated a great deal of sophistication and creativity in their collections. Could this be a stepping stone to&#160;a bigger success, perhaps even beyond Asia? We certainly believe so!&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;Rana Wehbe&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;meta name=&#34;original-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/hk/galerie/audi-fashion-festival-audi-star-creation-2013-capsule-collection-345120.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;syndication-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/hk/galerie/audi-fashion-festival-audi-star-creation-2013-capsule-collection-345120.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;robots&#34; content=&#34;noindex, follow&#34; /&#62;]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[Asian Couture goes digital with Gnossem]]></title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 26 Feb 2014 00:00:33 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Rana Wehbe]]></dc:creator>
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		Get your red carpet moment a la Angelina Jolie with these made-to-measure stunning creations - all from the comfort of your home and with a VIP service. <media:description><![CDATA[]]></media:description>												
								<content:encoded><![CDATA[&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; itemprop=&#34;thumbnailUrl&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; src=&#34;/rw-placeholder/750/410/image.svg&#34; data-src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2014/02/gnossem-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;lazy-load attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;noscript&#62;&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2014/02/gnossem-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;/noscript&#62;  &#60;p&#62;When it comes to fashion, nothing is considered as exclusive as couture. After all, the word &#039;couture&#039; is now synonymous with &#039;custom-made&#039; and everyone would agree that a bespoke or personalised piece is the height of luxury.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Hence, the idea of&#160;&#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/haute-couture-week-2014-highlights-from-the-shows/?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;couture&#160;&#60;/a&#62;going digital might seem&#160;to contradict its concept of exclusivity. But is that&#160;really the case?&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;We beg to differ - especially as this month, uber-stylish online fashion boutique &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.gnossem.com/?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;Gnossem&#60;/a&#62; has added the couture section to their ever-growing website, in form of two Singapore-based labels: &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.gnossem.com/independent-designers/zenchi.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;Zenchi&#60;/a&#62; and &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.gnossem.com/independent-designers/atthena.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;ATTHENA.&#60;/a&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;http://zenchicollection.com/?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;Zenchi, &#60;/a&#62;whose claim to fame was the moment super model &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/naomi-campbell-opens-digital-fashion-week-2013-in-singapore/?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;Naomi Campbell opened and closed his runway show at Digital Fashion Week&#60;/a&#62; last November is well-known in the fashion circles in Singapore and his clients include countless Asian celebrities as well as the cr&#232;me de la cr&#232;me of the local scene. His pieces are distinct as every dress is a one-off and can be transformed sometimes and worn in different ways. Embodying luxury with a twist, we love his signature fraying and unfinished edges, visible zips and quirky details which add a touch of fun to the most glamorous frocks.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;On the other hand, newcomer &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.vikasdayal.com/?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;Vikas Dayal&#60;/a&#62; - designer of &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.gnossem.com/independent-designers/atthena.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;ATTHENA &#60;/a&#62;- is a young designer whom was hand-picked by Gnossem founder and noted fashionista Lisa Crosswhite after he graduated from LASALLE College of the Arts in 2012.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Each piece of his limited edition collection which was debuted last week is a masterpiece taking up to 45 days to make with over 10 people working on it, for 15 hours a day! The intricately beaded dramatic gowns are nothing short of spectacular - fit for a &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/lupita-nyongo/?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;celebrity &#60;/a&#62;at an awards show.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Beads or feathers - we love the detailed designs and outstanding quality of workmanship in Vikas&#039;s designs and we still can&#039;t get over the fact that he has just started a journey. An Elie Saab in the making perhaps?&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;But of course, couture implies made to measure and this is exactly where &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.gnossem.com/premium-home.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;Gnossem &#60;/a&#62;is bridging the gap. If you live in Singapore, once you order a dress, the designer and his team will either come to your place or host you at their atelier to take your measurements and discuss any other personalization you want (colour, fit, slight difference in details, etc...) you so you get the premium VIP experience - and meet the designer while at it.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;So if you&#039;ve got a gala, wedding or a special occasion coming up and looking for a head-turning &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mariefranceasia.com/lupita-nyongo/?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;gown&#60;/a&#62;, forget those off-the-rack mass-produced pieces and go for a unique dress which you&#039;re guaranteed to be the only one wearing it. Best part is - you don&#039;t even have to leave your sofa!&#60;/p&#62;  &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;http://zenchicollection.com/?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;Zenchi &#60;/a&#62;and &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.gnossem.com/independent-designers/atthena.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;ATTHENA by Vikas Dayal &#60;/a&#62;collections are available for online custom orders - exclusively at &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.gnossem.com/?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;Gnossem&#60;/a&#62;.&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62;  &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;Rana Wehbe-Flinter&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62;  &#60;meta name=&#34;original-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/hk/galerie/asian-couture-goes-digital-with-gnossem-345753.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;syndication-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/hk/galerie/asian-couture-goes-digital-with-gnossem-345753.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;robots&#34; content=&#34;noindex, follow&#34; /&#62;]]></content:encoded>
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