![]() ![]() Next up was Linea, who projected a cool Icelandic rock climbing vibe conveyed with color blocking, colorful prints, and rope belts with carabiner fasteners. ![]() These young designers did not answer the most important question: Why should I buy into your brand? Young designers should be encouraged to have their own voice in order to create a brand that really stands out. There were craftsmanship issues, poor fabric choices, and no clear voice. Usually with new designers, the problem is having too many ideas, which translates into over-designed products-but I was seeing the opposite here. ![]() So buckle up, because we have a lot of designers and designs to cover!įirst up were the graduating students from Portland Fashion Institute, whose designs lacked a sense of vision. (The Art Institute of Portland is closing its doors at the end of this term, following recent accreditation concerns and a multi-state lawsuit against its original owner, a for-profit education company.) With all these shows, the week felt as close to a fashion week as Portland gets-and at the Art Institute’s final fashion show, I found myself in a whirlwind of creativity and emotions. It was a very busy week, thanks to two nights of the semiannual Fade To Light Fashion Show and the final Art Institute Fashion show*. ![]()
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