Interview by: Amber Watkins
When did you start designing professionally?:
The brand was born in 2009.
You have been a regular designer to show at Ottawa Fashion Week, why do you pick Ottawa?:The brand was born in Ottawa. I’m always excited to come back and reconnect with talented people in the industry.
Where did your inspiration come from with this collection?
Reminiscent of the fashions from a Pedro Almodovar film creation, Rachel Sin FW 2012 is darkly romantic defining today’s modern style – an appealing contradiction of strength and vulnerability.
The brand was born in 2009.
You have been a regular designer to show at Ottawa Fashion Week, why do you pick Ottawa?:The brand was born in Ottawa. I’m always excited to come back and reconnect with talented people in the industry.
Where did your inspiration come from with this collection?
Reminiscent of the fashions from a Pedro Almodovar film creation, Rachel Sin FW 2012 is darkly romantic defining today’s modern style – an appealing contradiction of strength and vulnerability.
The Almodovar protagonist, a.k.a Penelope Cruz, inspired a mood board with rich materials including textured lace, faux-fur and shimmering sequins. A feminine neutral toned colour palette consisting of camel, charcoal gray and peach nude elevate the contemporary expression of the collection. True to Rachel Sin’s structured design talents, FW2012 is a stunning compilation of work to evening dresses, fall suiting separates, fitted skirts, sequined dinner pants, and a form-fitting blazer accented on the breast with faux-fur. Cut-outs, sheer lace, and a falling back-line are distinctive of Rachel Sin’s sophisticate yet sexy design approach and are incorporated into many of the collections pieces.
What do you look for (aside from a good walk) when casting a model for your show?:
I typically look for a model that is a specific measurement, not too tall or too skinny. A model must have some shape to make clothes look good. I also look for confidence and a natural beauty.
Do you look back and see a difference in your collections?:
Fashion is wonderful, because every season you get to reinvent yourself and say something different. It’s taken a couple seasons for any designer to develop their own style aesthetic. Focusing on clothing that is wearable, I’ve learned the importance of choosing the right fabric and finding the right fit. After 6 seasons, I definitely see a more coherent collection and a collection that has more selling power , because there is something for everyone.
Can you give us any hints as to what you might have in store for us next?:
I unfortunately can't! We just finished this collection, so we still need to start planning the next one
Check out more at www.rachelsin.com
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| photo: Elliot Mak |
