One of the things I love the most about Mexican fashion is discovering emerging designers and learning about the stories behind their brands. This time, I had the opportunity to discover Transestética, a Mexican fashion brand founded by CENTRO alumna and creative director Dalienla. With a distinctive universe that explores fashion, jewelry, experimentation, and futuristic […]
Coolhunting
Art and Tapestry, From Geelong Australia: Interview with artist Rachel Hine
I came across Rachel Hine peculiar tapestry designs in social media, and thought that her art should be seen across the world. Her art is unique, and is not only a visual language. What did you major in? I studied Fine Art, and was lucky enough to major in tapestry weaving at Monash University in […]
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The Iconic use of a Leather Jacket: Interview with Daniela Cassab, DANCASSAB
Hi Daniela, thank you for the interview! Tell us, how was DANCASSAB as a brand conceived? DANCASSAB was conceived 4 years ago in Mexico City, making my own samples and I achieved making leather jackets of an excellent quality with a lot of personality. At that time I was working in The Voice Mexico, and […]
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Influencer Marketing, is it reliable for every Fashion luxury brand?
From a few years till now we have been influenced by Instagrammers, Bloggers, and now Tik -Tokers. Their unique personality, fashion, style, beauty, lifestyle and original content are what makes them relevant and on the top of mind of the brands and their followers. But we have to ask ourselves, if it’s really a strategy that […]
Coolhunting
The micro state of fashion: Interview with Yvan Rodic “Facehunter”
A few years ago I was walking at la Roma, in Mexico City and I came across a tiny concept store with the name HUA-HUA and found Yvan Rodic‘s book “Facehunter“. I love cool hunting and pictures that reflect how different people live fashion through their own very unique style. I reviewed his book in […]
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Slow Fashion and Weaving : Interview with Sandra Villarreal the designer behind Iris Arco fashion brand.
Hello Sandra, I came across your unique designs on my Instagram Feed. Where are you from? I am Mexican and Peruvian, I was born in Mexico and lived in Peru since my teens. Since what age did your curiosity for fashion, and the love of weaving unique pieces started? Actually I was never curious about […]
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Embroidery and Artisanal fashion: Interview with Mexican Fashion Designer Sharinna Aguilar , AnnirashMx
Hello Sharinna, a while ago I bought a couple of your pieces from your brand in Guadalajara , Mexico. A beautiful black dress with embroidery, a body suit Enterizo Elena with golden embroidery. I’ve seen your pieces and they are atemporal and very original. How do you start your career in fashion, what was your […]
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Interview with Mexican Fashion Designer Montserrat Messeguer
When did you started your career in fashion? My career in fashion started since I was little, because my mom and the family on my mother’s side have always been dedicated to the production and commerce of knitting and leather garments. Since my childhood I’ve had a very big passion for fashion as a media […]
Coolhunting
Fashion Trends in Mexico 2021: Interview with Trendo.mx’s Gustavo Prado
Hi Gustavo, I had the chance to have you as a lecturer in coolhunting at CENTRO University, I have followed your career in fashion and design. I’ve never asked…What was your first approach with fashion?In the decade of 1980’s the epicenter of counterculture in Mexico was Bar 9, that with Vertigo magazine gave place to […]
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Colectivo Diseño Mexicano / Interview with Paola Palazón and Daniel Herranz
Yesterday I had the opportunity to interview Paola Palazón Seguel and Daniel Herranz, founders of Colectivo Diseño Mexicano. They are both great persons who care about the Mexican fashion industry, and have massive knowledge on the matter. I have always been curious about Colectivo Diseño Mexicano and wanted to know more about it. Colectivo’s main […]
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Interview with Diane Pernet , founder and director of ASVOF / ASVOFF
Hi Diane, I had the opportunity to meet you and interview you briefly a few years ago in Mexico City during ASVOFF MX in Company of Mexican top model Luisa Saenz and Gustavo Prado. I was completely intrigued and in awe of your unique style and wondered so much about it. When did you started […]