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GLAM Inspired!

Dubai based fashion brand AAVVA was founded in 2006 by Lebanese Ahmad Ammar and Brazilian Vincenzo Visciglia.

The Black and Paper interview with Fashion Designers Ahmad and Vincenzo.

How did you guys start in the fashion business?

Ahmad: We met in 2011, while working on the same project in Dubai. That project was in our field of engineering. Soon we realized that we both had a vision when it came to fashion, we decided to start our own fashion line, AAVVA.  I also had a degree from ESMOD Fashion School in Beirut.

Vincenzo was involved in the fashion and modeling fields before.  Everything pointed in the direction for us to start a fashion brand.

Vincenzo: Dubai, the city with all its dynamics was also a driving source of inspiration for both of us. We strongly felt that we could do something in the field of fashion especially in a multicultural city like Dubai. Even though we’d studied engineering, we felt certain fashion we could make a contribution to the fashion field.  We followed our instincts.

Do you have a favorite piece from the Resort Collection?

A: We have a couple of pieces that we really like.

Our favorite pieces from the resort collection are the fringe dress that we are making it in 2 styles, the cotton thread fringes as well the fully beaded Swarovski crystals fringes, this dress has been worn by many celebrities like Joelle and Ola and other fashion influencers,  as well, it was our top selling in Galleries Lafayette Dubai Mall.

What is the goal of your designs?

A: Our goal is to express our vision and background as engineers while portraying our love for fashion, art, and style. We want to be able to bring out the best incorporating our backgrounds as engineers.

What is your vision of modern feminine fashion?

A: We design for the modern, feminine woman of today. And we always make sure to emphasis this in each piece. Femininity is something that really represents both Arabic and Brazilian woman, so here comes AAVVA, the mix between the rich Lebanese and the colorful Brazilian culture!

What type of woman do you have in mind when you design?

A: We design for the modern yet feminine woman of today!

What designer has influenced you the most?

A: We believe inspiration is all around. J

V: We both agree that we get our influences from so many talented designers, both Arab and non-Arab. We want to stay up to date, in style.  Also, our inspiration comes from our customers; the people we design for are very influential on our creations.

Being located in a place that is both conservative and progressive, is it a challenge bringing the two together as far as designs?

A: Conservative is never really a challenge, we know our Arab clients love our pieces. They come to buy many of our stunning looks to wear for their events like weddings or a red carpet gala.

V: Progressiveness of the place also helps us to keep track with what’s going on! Obviously, we are constantly aware of the progress that is being made all around and we are lucky to grow and progress together with Dubai. As we mentioned, UAE was always our source of power to start and grow, the source of our inspiration.

 

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Raf Simons at Calvin Klein

Raf Simons made his debut at Calvin Klein during NYWFW.  I can honestly say I had no clue what was going on concerning the collection.  An iconic American brand in need of restart Mr. Simons with his pedigree was suppose to give a boast to the label,  make it Chic Again.

Simons first collection is a bit of everything looking for direction.  CK has been a brand known for minimalism, sexuality, and denim.

His interpretation of denim is to make it like a rigid Catholic School uniform.  The Minimalistic  looks were like crayons out of a box, a bit of a mess. The Sexy looks were more vulgar with the Nude Sheer Shirts for men.

I have high hopes for the designer even if this collection was a bit of a  misfire feeling like a vintage reworking. Raf’s  work at Jil Sander and his own label were the stuff of legends.

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Roll or Fold

Do you fold or do you roll for a trip?  One of the main concerns for men packing for travel is how minimalize wrinkles.   Philips has solved this problem with a convenient device Steam&Go 2 in 1 Handheld Garment Steamer.  Compact, able to fit into a carry on or a 48 hour bag, the Steamer is the perfect device for quick touch ups of pants, shirts, ties, and suits.  Clothes are ready to go and wrinkle free.  The question of fold or roll has been answered.

For more information on Philips Steam&Go 2 in 1 Handheld Garment Care Device go to: Philips

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Jimmy Choo at Milan Fashion Week Men

During Milan Fashion Week Men I paid a visit to the Jimmy Choo Presentation.   Celebrated for the subtle and not so subtle added elements of blink design.  The label continues to establish itself in menswear shoes.  This season the highlights were the more lux casual shoes.

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Louis Leeman at Pitti Uomo Florence

The exquisite decadence Louis Leeman footwear is for a man who is not afraid of expressive,  shoes of hedonistic luxury and style.

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From France 24: Paris Fashion Week

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Berlin Fashion Week Review

Black and Paper Video from Lena Muller Show

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Berlin Fashion Week Review

Berlin based designer Lana Mueller, Lana Mueller and co-owner Gelena Roizen, are known for creating feminine looks.   The designing duo has a preference for lace but this season their collection incorporated leather fabrics.  Combining strong with soft fabrics is never easy.  In my opinion the sheer and solid lace looks were stronger compared to the mixed material dresses.  The leather pieces of the collection lacked dramatic impact or excitement.

Berlin based designers Lana Mueller, Lana Mueller and co-owner Gelena Roizen, are known for creating feminine looks.   The designing duo has a preference for lace but this season their collection incorporated leather fabrics.  Combining strong with soft fabrics is never easy.  In my opinion the sheer and solid lace looks were stronger compared to the mixed material dresses.  The leather pieces of the collection lacked dramatic impact or excitement.

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Pitti Uomo coverage from France 24

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Behind the scenes with Ivanman at MBFWB

At Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Berlin we once again went behind the scenes to see the inner workings of the Ivanman menswear runway show.  The hustle and bustle of male models in the make-up and hairstyling chairs then the dressers preparing the looks, all has to go smoothly for show time.

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