R e M i X

I really enjoyed watching the four part series "everything is a remix".  I guess I have never really thought about it in those terms.  I know with design, at least, it is always said that we are never creating anything new, everything has been done, we are simply recreating. 

One of my favorite quotes from the video was "creation requires influence". 

I always find it to be a constant challenge when looking to things for inspiration and trying to find your own voice but mimicking your inspiration.  There is a fine line between copying your inspiration directly and straying too far away from it that there is no resemblance. 

It was also said in the video "All artists spend their formative years producing derivative work" and I totally can relate to that.  I feel like for the two first years of the fashion design program I was copying basic patterns and basic figures.  From those basic copied originals I was able to learn and understand and move on to create my own original works of art.  

The first remix I shared on Diigo was a song.  It is a remix of the popular Miley Cyrus song Wrecking Ball.  It came up one day a while back on one of my Pandora stations and I was really into it.  I think it's a good mix of the original and new fun beats.

Here's the link: click 

The second remix I shared was a little different.  I shared an article I came across during the Spring 2015 fashion shows.  It is comparing Alexander Wang's garments to tennis shoes.  Seeing them side by side you can clearly see the inspiration.  It is crazy how he transforms sneakers into chic silhouettes. 

Here's the link: click 

I learned from this weeks lesson that everything is protected under a copyright law which I found very interesting.  I makes me, as an artist, feel a little more secure about sharing things.  I also found the creative commons video intriguing.  I think that is such a powerful tool to be used in the field of education. 

Until next time,

xoxo HCH

Olivia von Halle | Designer Inspiration

For my focus I have chosen designer Olivia von Halle.  She is a sleepwear designer based out of  London, England.  Olivia first presented her collection in 2011.  She has a strong design career history as a trend forecaster. She has worked with major companies such as Louis Vuitton, Gucci and Lamborghini.

The reason I have chosen Olivia Von Halle as my focus is mainly because of her idea of her customer. Her customer is a reflection of herself and she says,

“Coming home from evenings partying with friends, she would long to ditch her sky-high heels and constricting outfits for something glamorous enough to enjoy a gin and tonic in before sliding off to bed. Inspired by the lounging pyjamas worn by Coco Chanel and her contemporaries in the 1920s, she started work with her tailor to design the perfect pair of pyjamas.”- Olivia Von Halle

     I understand her customer and I believe that my customer lives a very similar life style to hers. My brand concept brings together “a mix of city socialite and southern charm”.  I enjoy creating classic tailored pieces made in colorful patterns, bold colors, and lux materials.

     Olivia’s company is a new one and they have only been around a few season.  While the collections are small and only include a few pieces that come in multiple color ways, the styles and fabric choices are on trend and contemporary yet, classic.

     

     Currently her collections are sold globally. In New York you can purchase Olivia von Halle at Saks Fifth Avenue, Journelle, La Petite Coquette, and Bonne Nuit.  Her items can also be purchased online at such retailers as Net-A-Porter, Nordstrom, and Gift Library.

Her pyjama sets range from $300.00 for a tank and short set, to $850.00 for a floor length robe. All of her pieces are 100% silk.   

Her work and her brand have been a huge inspiration to me and creating a vision for my brand.  I have had the idea of my customer for a while, but coming across her collection last semester just solidified my choice to create this brand based around this over privileged, high maintenance customer. Who I have fell madly in love with.  She is incredibly fun to design for. She is so playful,yet poised.  There are no limits

Until next time,

xoxo HCH