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Those two beautiful girls are also known as Rebecca & Fiona. The Swedish DJ-duo was last years most played music on Swedish radio stations with their first single „Luminary Ones“. Nominated for „DJ‘s of the year“ and „Best club hosts“, the electro/house duo released their second single „Bullets“ on January 17th, this year. A classic house number with a lot of dance drums for everyone. For those, who haven‘t seen them on Robyn‘s Europe tour you should definitely visit their blog for more photos and infos : http://www.rebeccafiona.se/blogg/
BLAME
This interview takes us to the German fashion spot number one: Berlin.
Let’s see what the designer duo Sonja Hodzode and Sarah Büren tell us about their label Blame and what they think of Berlin’s fashion scene.
What do we have to expect behind the name of Blame?
We are a collective of three designers. We met while studying and already worked in this time together as a team on various projects. After our diploma in 2005 each of us gained experience in various design teams such as Marc by Marc Jacobs, Preen, Emma Cook, Hugo Boss and Michalsky.
In May 2010, we decided at last for us to fulfill our dream of owning a label. During the last Fashion Week Berlin in July we launched our first collection. We also presented our work on the catwalk of HBC Couture Designer scouts. In addition, we often work with designers and artists. The shoes of the S / S 2011 collection were for example designed in collaboration with a product designer, and our illustrations have been published in cooperation with an artist with whom we have long been good friends.
In May 2010, we decided at last for us to fulfill our dream of owning a label. During the last Fashion Week Berlin in July we launched our first collection. We also presented our work on the catwalk of HBC Couture Designer scouts. In addition, we often work with designers and artists. The shoes of the S / S 2011 collection were for example designed in collaboration with a product designer, and our illustrations have been published in cooperation with an artist with whom we have long been good friends.
In the summer collection we can find many pastel colors and simple cuts, what exactly is your style?
The special feature is that it is constructed in a modular way. This is a combination of relatively simple sections with different materials. Classic fabrics such as tweed, wool or silk are used in this "unusual" clothing. In addition, we use different patterned fabrics. The collection holds by a relatively wide margin: It can be styled from classic to patterned and worn.
Characteristic of the collection is that it consists of old favorites which address to current trends, but it’s nevertheless timeless. Those can be combined individually and together to form a complete outfit, but also offer the opportunity to be worn as items according to personal taste.
Characteristic of the collection is that it consists of old favorites which address to current trends, but it’s nevertheless timeless. Those can be combined individually and together to form a complete outfit, but also offer the opportunity to be worn as items according to personal taste.
You have the opportunity to work with a designer of your choice, who would it be?
There are a number of very good designer, who fascinate us. But if we could choose one person, then this would definitely Muccia Prada be. She creates the brand each season new and her style is always faithful. She is very brave and exceeds conventions. With her designs she rebels, but not as aggressive as some newcomers do it (I mean Gareth Pugh and Co ....). We find this very intelligent.
There are a number of very good designer, who fascinate us. But if we could choose one person, then this would definitely Muccia Prada be. She creates the brand each season new and her style is always faithful. She is very brave and exceeds conventions. With her designs she rebels, but not as aggressive as some newcomers do it (I mean Gareth Pugh and Co ....). We find this very intelligent.
What do you think about Berlin’s fashion scene?
The fashion scene in Berlin is still in its infancy. It is good and right about time that something happens in Germany.
You can observe how slowly a new generation of designers, who be more international, grow and establish. This is urgently required. Berlin, as a city, is already abroad very hyped but with fashion capitals such as Milan and Paris it can not be compared yet.
In the fashion world you are “newcomers”, but you could already gather many experiences backstage. In which sense has that put you further in your own fashion, or even inspired you?
For us it was important to get some experience before we start our own label. After studying design your own style is just not developed and it takes time and experience to create a clear line and a collection that is fully consistent and delivers a statement. Of course it’s the best way of learning it if you stay with designers who can do well for years. We all went abroad, because the fashion business is kind of different than here in Germany. You try to be more creative when you’re focusing on the collection and the brand’s style, which is much more focus than any personal trend. Of course it is also important to take the spirit of time, but you can create much freer and ideas give plenty of space. Not to be underestimated are the seasonal flows in fashion companies. As a fashion designer you have to be a manager at the same time. It has to be like that. From which we also benefit, is that we have occupied all
positions in different companies, from womenswear and menswear design jobs to Studio Manager.
How will the next summer collection differ from the current one?
Summer? We are currently all set for winter. But we will offer a wider range to reach a somewhat wider audience. This summer collection had e.g. many mini-skirts and shorts, which primarily appeals to a younger customer. We also want to reach women 40 +. Therefore, the skirts will be longer.
Summer? We are currently all set for winter. But we will offer a wider range to reach a somewhat wider audience. This summer collection had e.g. many mini-skirts and shorts, which primarily appeals to a younger customer. We also want to reach women 40 +. Therefore, the skirts will be longer.
What are your must-haves for this winter seascon?
A men's trousers in ankle-length and boots with wedge heel.
A men's trousers in ankle-length and boots with wedge heel.
Where does the inspiration come from? And what impact does it run in your fashion and designing?
This is quite different. Sometimes you find an interesting piece of clothing at the flea market or a forgotten part in the closet, sometimes it's just a mood that is triggered by music or a movie. The largest inputs rather give the things that have nothing to do specifically with fashion, as an unconventional camera angle, an art exhibition or a good party. We also think that we inspire each other very much. It is rare that a garment was designed by only one of us.
This is quite different. Sometimes you find an interesting piece of clothing at the flea market or a forgotten part in the closet, sometimes it's just a mood that is triggered by music or a movie. The largest inputs rather give the things that have nothing to do specifically with fashion, as an unconventional camera angle, an art exhibition or a good party. We also think that we inspire each other very much. It is rare that a garment was designed by only one of us.
What kind of plans do you have for the future? What can we expect?
Currently we are planning on the presentation of our Fall / Winter Collection 2011.
There will be again collaborations with designers and artists. We will tell you more when it’s about time. We always welcome new Facebook fans, where we'll keep you informed with everything.
Currently we are planning on the presentation of our Fall / Winter Collection 2011.
There will be again collaborations with designers and artists. We will tell you more when it’s about time. We always welcome new Facebook fans, where we'll keep you informed with everything.
PAM GLEW
For some people national flags are boring and they are not interested in how they look. When it comes to this artist, it’s quite different. National flags are a fundamental feature of Pam Glew’s art - thus she became known for.
She uses an unique technique of bleaching and deconstructs her flags to a masterpiece by painting and sewing it with old materials. Her current exhibition "Circus" could have been admired until the 2nd December 2010 in London at the Red Bull Studios.
She uses an unique technique of bleaching and deconstructs her flags to a masterpiece by painting and sewing it with old materials. Her current exhibition "Circus" could have been admired until the 2nd December 2010 in London at the Red Bull Studios.
Your last exhibition is called Circus - Tell us how did it go? What are your impressions?
The show was the biggest solo project I’ve had so far: 17 original paintings, two prints, a t-shirt edition and a nice glossy catalogue! It really did fulfil my expectations and the opening night had a real buzz around it. Circus was my 5th solo show, and I've already had one solo show in London. So in some ways I felt like I had to outdo myself, I wanted to make my best work yet. The private view was awesome, full of people that have supported me in my work, lots of mates and press and collectors, it was a truly special event and luckily was held a week before the snow hit London!
The show was the biggest solo project I’ve had so far: 17 original paintings, two prints, a t-shirt edition and a nice glossy catalogue! It really did fulfil my expectations and the opening night had a real buzz around it. Circus was my 5th solo show, and I've already had one solo show in London. So in some ways I felt like I had to outdo myself, I wanted to make my best work yet. The private view was awesome, full of people that have supported me in my work, lots of mates and press and collectors, it was a truly special event and luckily was held a week before the snow hit London!
Why did you choose the name Circus?
I started off looking at the 1960s. As a result I looked at icons like Edie Sedgwick and Twiggy. These enigmatic figures
looked like circus performers: the make-up, the clothes. They did seem like mysterious other-worldly figures, like performers in a travelling circus.
Does this exhibition differ from your past exhibitions?
In a way, the people in the portraits are more recognisable than in other exhibitions I've had, and it was quite gratifying that most people recognised who's who.
We can see a lot of famous people in your art, e.g. Kate Moss and Michael Jackson? What is the reason for choosing these icons?
I think I use icons as a symbol of our time. The person that we relate to an era says a lot about our collective contemporary culture. The people that we admire has a lot to do with beauty; both aesthetics and wonder in physical abilities and mastery of skill. So I think I try to explore why we admire certain icons, by painting them and watching people’s reaction to those paintings. I'm listening and reflecting pop culture and putting it back out there.
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