Special: Fashion in Germany 1/7
16 February, 2010
Fashion by c.neeon, Berlin
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© Kristian Schuller, Styling/Produktion: Peggy Schuller
Did you know that Germany is a major fashion centre? Some people find that surprising. Yet loyal customers, outstanding designers and the creative powerhouse of Berlin make that possible. Insights into Germany as a land of fashion.
German fashion relies on individuality, expression and character, is sometimes witty, sometimes elegant. German designers achieve success abroad and German fashion labels attract customers with quality products. And the Berlin look has a magnetic attraction for trend scouts. … more
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German fashion history – Special: Fashion in Germany 2/7
16 February, 2010
Berlin Fashion Designer Claudia Skoda is influenced by art.
A review of German fashion history. Fashion is closely linked to identity. However, it was almost unable to evolve in Germany because of its chequered history. The question of German identity was only resolved with reunification in 1990. Immediately fashion in Germany began to thrive. … more
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Interview: Wolfgang Joop – Special: Fashion in Germany 3/7
16 February, 2010
Wunderkind Collection Spring/Summer 2010.
Wolfgang Joop is one of Germany’s most famous fashion designers. His company Joop! was altogether successful in the 1980s/90s, but despite that he left it. Since 2003 has been sending out powerful signals from Potsdam with the couture label Wunderkind. … more
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Interview: Raf Simons – Special: Fashion in Germany 4/7
16 February, 2010
Backstage during Presentation Jil Sander Collection Spring/Summer 2010 by Raf Simons.
Raf Simons, the Belgian fashion designer and creative director of the Jil Sander label, talks about working for a niche market and big business. The Hamburg label now belongs to Onward Holdings Co. Ltd. … more
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Interview: Suzy Menkes – Special: Fashion in Germany 5/7
16 February, 2010
Suzy Menkes (right) meet Designer Michael Sontag in Berlin.
Suzy Menkes of the International Herald Tribune is regarded as the top fashion journalist. Now Ms. Menkes has discovered the German capital: “Berlin has fashion in its blood.” … more
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Fair Fashion – Special: Fashion in Germany 6/7
16 February, 2010
Green fashion today combines eco with lifestyle, ethics and business to create a successful, trendy overall concept. German companies are international leaders in this market. … more
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Universities – Special: Fashion in Germany 7/7
16 February, 2010
Over 40 fashion schools in Germany are helping students make this dream come true, each approaching the goal from a different angle. A new generation of highly qualified teachers are showing the way forward. … more
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