Hanna Chalvet and Salla Valkonen speak about their journey in creating Finland’s first sustainable swimwear brand Halla Halla. It turns plastic trash into bold beachwear! Ever since we…
Category: Designer
Handbag solutions with Officina Del Poggio
Irresistible Italy transformed her passion for fashion into a career, developing and managing product lines for international labels such as Stuart Weitzman, Sonia Rykiel, and Alfred Dunhill. In…
Haute couture masks by Anne Sophie Cochevelou
The French artist graduated from the illustrious Central Saint Martins with an MA in Performance Design and Practice and a BA in French Literature and Drama. Since then,…
Have you heard about couture raincoats?
Think of couture and what you will probably picture are elaborate gowns or sharp tailored tuxedos by the big names of the European fashion industry. However, there is…
Have you heard of the bold RTW brand called Leeda?
Do you know Leeda? Well, if you don’t then be sure that from now on, you will be able to detect a Leeda piece from a mile away.…
Helena Bajaj Larsen is at the cutting edge of fashion
Half Norwegian and half Indian, twenty four year old Helena Bajaj Larsen spent her childhood in the city of Paris. Years later, post a stint at Parsons and…
Hotlips by Solange: The Must-Have Statement Rings That Are Taking Over Fashion
Imagine enjoying a golden summer evening, surrounded by a blooming garden, or savoring a glass of wine in the tranquil countryside. This is the embodiment of Morton Mac…
How fashion can help boost the economy
Almost a month after the Chinese city of Wuhan confirmed it’s first case of the novel coronavirus, Italy detected and isolated it’s first two cases – both Chinese…
Illustrating a new normal in fashion
Fashion illustrators – and the broader artist community – are having a moment. When much of the world has resorted to digital tools for both work and play,…
India-inspired embroidery is a legacy in Portugal
Portugal’s history with the country of India goes all the way back to the sixteenth century, when the Portuguese founded a colony there. Since then, the traditional crafts…
Inés Monjo: handcrafted from the heart
For close to six years of her life, designer Inés Monjo lived through a body disorder disease that would shape her design philosophy for her debut collection in…
Jessica Beecham’s Exemplary Shoes And Accessories
Versatility is at the heart of Beecham’s brand and she ensures it is reflected in every detail. Her accessories range from feather anklets to leather wraps and are…
Koibird Will Always Surprise You
Looking for true adventure in the heart of London? Then you must make a stop at Marylebone Lane in the British Capital which is home to Koibird. This…
Laviate: A utopian brand for the fearless heroes of today
The sisters sought after a Fashion and Arts degree at Central Saint Martins in London to kindle their artistic zeal and love for fashion. However, this was not…
Lemon Jelly Shoes For The Green-Hearted Fashionistas
The world around is changing–and a lot more people are now making greener choices in their everyday life. From selecting the most conscious food to ethical fashion. Are…
Living, not suffering, in high heels with Silvia Fado
AISPI had the opportunity to interview Silvia Fado, the Spanish footwear designer that is creating stunning, comfortable high heels. Yes, you read it right: through the study of…
Luxury brand Izaak Azanei is anything but boring
It was just 5 years ago when the three Khemlani sisters Karishma, Roshni and Deeya, decided to found in London their own brand, Izaak Azanei. They found that…
Marc Le Bihan: When Vision Meets Creativity
France is a country known for its culture, food, and fashion innovation, holding many secrets in its winding streets. Among them is a gem on Rue Etienne Marcel…