Nida N, Author at Vanilla

Q&A With The Uncommonist

01/02/202326/01/2023 by Nida N

The Uncommonist is a young UK designer driven by subversive and conceptual tailoring. Drawing inspiration from human emotion, history, and nature; their work brings surrealistic approaches to sculptural shapes and fluid lines. Their latest collection, The Awakening, explores the neurodivergent mind and is inspired by their own struggles in overcoming neuro-developmental conditions. The collection looks to escapism, neutral colour palettes and strong tailoring.

Q&A with David J Amado

11/12/2022 by Nida N

David J Amado is a Jamaican- American filmmaker and choreographer. His work aims to tell the stories of queer black people through dance and film. With a career spanning across three continents, David is a teacher, creative and innovator. We recently spoke to him about his latest work, True Colors, and his journey as a … Read more

Q&A With Anh Dao

10/12/202207/12/2022 by Nida N

Anh Dao is a young American-Vietnamese designer. Anh’s work is dynamic and changing, often responding to what the industry demands. As a designer Anh often explores juxtaposition, soft and rough, delicate, and structured. A talented artist and innovative thinker, Anh is one to watch in the fashion space. Anh was kind enough to chat with … Read more

Q&A With Francine Frohlich

18/11/202221/10/2022 by Nida N

Francine is a Paris-based designer exploring the intersections of craftsmanship and fashion in relaxed styles. From dressing Lady Gaga to working under Mary Katrantzou, Francine is making exciting waves in the world of fashion, carving out a space for her label Fröhlic.

Q&A With Carmen Emanuela Popa

01/09/202230/08/2022 by Nida N

Carmen Emanuela Popa is a talented young Romanian designer creating philosophical, conceptual pieces that challenge your imagination. Her work has appeared in major publications such as Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar and Marie Claire. We recently spoke with Carmen about her inspirations, aspirations, and her most recent collection Popa Fat X. How does your reality shape the … Read more

Q&A With Stephanie Chen

31/07/202230/07/2022 by Nida N

Stephanie YuHsuan Chen is a young designer exploring the boundaries of vulnerability and femininity in fashion. Her work celebrates the delicate aspects of the feminine and examines the duality of womanhood; questioning, what does it mean to be a woman in today’s world? After completing her MFA from Fashion Institute of Technology in New York, … Read more

Q&A with Suvin Park

25/05/2022 by Nida N

Introducing Suvin Park, a young designer from South Korea making her name in New York. Graduating in 2022, Suvin is preparing to launch her eponymous label SUVIN. We sat down with her to talk about her work, beauty and how art inspires her work. What does the word “beauty” mean to you? I find beauty … Read more

Q&A with Emilio Bonadio

02/05/202202/05/2022 by Nida N

Emilio Bonadio is an exciting up-and-coming designer making his mark in Europe. Graduating with degrees in fashion from both Sao Paulo’s Faculdade Santa Marcelina and Milan’s Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti, Emilio presents an exciting view into the future of fashion. His work explores the intersections of sustainability, art, and culture using architectural silhouettes and … Read more

Q&A with Johan Anes

17/03/2022 by Nida N

What inspired you to focus on using up-cycled materials in your collection? In the time of COVID, it can be hard being a student. While the late teens/early twenties are supposed to be the most exciting time for my final year as a student. With no campus life, all shops closed, endless Zoom calls, monotony, … Read more

Q&A With Xingyi Huang

23/02/202223/02/2022 by Nida N

Xingyi Huang is Beijing born designer currently based in Chicago. Her latest collection, Water Creature, feature fantastical delicate structures that hold together in gorgeous colourful harmony. We sat down with her to learn more about her inspiration, her influences and where she sees her work in the future. How did you become interested in studying … Read more