The 2nd Fashinnovation Worldwide Talks 2020 – “Fashion is Culture via Design”
The 2nd Fashinnovation Worldwide Talks 2020
“Fashion is Culture via Design”
Participants:
– Karla Martínez de Salas: Editor In Chief, Vogue Mexico & Latin America
– Laerke Skyum: Co-Founder & Creative Director, AYNI
– Marcia Kemp: Founder, Nannacay Creativehands
– Farai Simoyi: Founder, The Narativ
Farai Simoyi, Founder of Narativ Retail Concept Store, Brooklyn, New York
The 2nd Fashinnovation Worldwide Talks 2020 was available on YouTube for a global audience.
Karla Martínez de Salas was the moderator for “Fashion is Culture via Design.” A well known fashion industry leader, Karla has worked around the world honing her skills as a top fashion editor with the world’s leading fashion publications. Now, as the Editor in Chief Vogue Mexico and Latin America, Karla is dedicated to bringing regional talent and the crafts and apparel of global artisans to the attention of the general public. She discovers gifted and innovative Latin American creators, including designers, stylists, models, chefs, architects and other lifestyle artists and introduces them to her readership. Karla is also involved in partnering with other brands, sharing her enthusiasm for promoting skilled artisans to a global audience. She was the curator for The Carousel at Bloomingdales, World Bazaar.
Karla discussed the importance of promoting sustainable, hand crafted, artisan made apparel and accessories with the panelists. “We need to be more sustainable, more inclusive, to live and learn to be better people and run better companies.” – Karla Martínez de Salas.
Karla Martínez de Salas, Editor in Chief Vogue Mexico and Latin America, credit: fashionista.com
Originally from Zimbabwe, Farai Simoyi, Founder of The Narativ, identified a need when she arrived in Brooklyn, New York. “We are a curated house of ethically sourced artisan brands from around the world known as The Narrators. We embrace sustainability and traditional craftsmanship. When I realized people in the United States were looking for this type of product, that’s what inspired me to introduce these artisanal brands to the U.S. market. In Zimbabwe, the concepts of ethical, sustainable and organic are a way of life. The Narativ provides an opportunity for African and other global designers to succeed in the U.S. fashion industry.”
-Farai Simoyi.
Kikaboni Cuff, available at The Narativ
Kikaboni means organic in Swahili. The elegant carved natural horn and brass cuff is sustainable as well as adjustable. Each bracelet is unique. By Abby Alley.
Soweto Hi-Top leather Sneakers, The Narativ
Made in South Africa, these incredible Hi-Tops will create total sneaker envy.
Laolu Sacred Art of the Ori TEE, The Narativ
Bold and compelling graphics define this limited edition luxe T-shirt, featuring art work by Laolu NYC. Designed in New York City. This is a tee that makes a powerful statement.
Marcia Kemp, Founder, Nannacay, credit: BernadeteAlves.com
A glorious assortment of artisan crafted fashion handbags and accessories from Peru and Brazil can be found at Nannacay. “We create jobs for artisans of Peru and Brazil. By purchasing their beautiful crafts we are providing a quality of life that may not have been possible. They can afford books and their children can stay home and study instead of leaving the home to do slave work. Our artisans hope to send their children to the university.” -Marcia Kemp.
The Noor bag, available at Nannacay
This colorful pyramid shaped purse with a fixed leather strap is meticulously handcrafted from locally sourced straw. A blending of ancient weaving technique and modern design.
Irene Clutch is handcrafted with Brazilian fibers, Nannacay
A rainbow accessory that will brighten up any ensemble, this colorful clutch will make your day brighter.
The Bessie bag is handcrafted with natural Brazilian fibers, embellished with dimensional buriti flowers and handmade by Brazilian artisans. The nude leather handle completes the tonal, elegant market bag.
Laerke Skyum, Co-founder + Creative Director, AYNI, credit: limasocialdiary.com
“A simple definition of “ayni” would be the exchange of energy between humans, nature, and the universe and refers to the concept of reciprocity among people of the Andean mountain communities. Everything has to be mutually beneficial. We sustain 300 artisans in Peru. In order to limit wasteful production, most styles are available on a per-order basis. At AYNI, ethics and esthetics join hands.” –Learke Skyum.
COLCA blouse (made-to-order), AYNI
Intricate traditional embroidery and up-trending balloon sleeves create a fantastic statement blouse. Add the amazing vest for a knock-out look.
ARIADNE swimwear (made-to-order), AYNI
A stunning, handmade macramé, multi-color swimsuit/bodysuit with lining made from 100% Tanguis cotton. Crafted by the women knitters in the Lima region of Peru, this is truly a piece of wearable art.
RUMI crop sweater (made-to-order) with coordinated shorts, AYNI
Adorable knitted crop top and shorts set which is guaranteed to turn heads. Exquisitely knitted by women who have learned their craft from their mothers and grandmothers. Sustainability, a modern approach and the beauty of diverse cultures working together is the path that fashion will follow to advance into a new and positive future.
