Mess Magazine ISSUE 12

“We will continue to use new
and innovative sustainable

materials in all that we design
and craft while also giving back

to the communities we thrive
and flourish in!”

proportional to exponential The juxtaposition of fashionable
increase in mass production - and feasible is rendered possible
and with steep curve, retailers with the help of material
need to upskill to the growing innovation and technology.
demands of this changing Ethically sourcing and crafting
landscape. This is the time to products which are durable,
galvanize ourselves and eco-friendly and high quality is a
embrace the Industrial pragmatic outcome of the
Revolution 4.0. effective amalgamation of
fashion and tech. The impact of
this union can be universal if
there is the will and
determination to make a change.

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copenhagen fashion week AW20 Copenhagen may have been once
known as one of Fashion Week’s
MESS underdog cities, but in the last couple
of years it’s hosted some of the
MAGAZINE hottest designers right now, from
GANNI to Cecile Bahnsen, and this
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Whilst sustainability in fashion has
been increasingly crucial, Copenhagen
have gone the extra mile to dedicate
their whole fashion week to the cause,
with their Sustainability Action Plan
2020-2022. This week has been
devoted to ‘reducing negative
impacts, innovating [their] business
model and accelerating industry
change’, and it’s made the event that
extra bit impactful.

FROM NEW AND THRIVING DESIGNER HELMSTEDT’S PLAYFULLY
COLOURFUL SHOW TO INFLUENCER FAVOURITE BAUM UND
PFERDGARTEN’S CLEAN CUT SHAPES AND DREAMY EVERYDAY
WEAR, SCANDI DESIGNERS ARE SETTING A WONDERFULLY HIGH
STANDARD WITHIN THE INDUSTRY.

IMAGE CREDIT —
WWW.COPENHAGENFASHIONWEEK.COM

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Brand new sustainable brand Notable designers continued to
Carcel opened up the week, grace the runway, including
with an empty runway and a ROTATE Birger Christensen and
crowd full of spectators. Instead Malene Birger, but there were
of showcasing any of their own some names that really stood
work, they asked the audience out for me this year. STAND
to step up onto the runway and STUDIO continued to take on
walk down it, making a comment current trends including grungy
on the fact that we don’t always leather and animal print and
need to be looking out for the showcased a very exciting new
next hot item of clothing, and collection, with a strong mixture
what we’re wearing is already of structural cuts, vibrant prints,
enough. It was a stronger take fun furs and jaw-dropping
on Vivienne Westwood’s new leathers. Stine Goya’s show was
message of ‘buy less’, as she not one to miss either, as their
vowed to design and produce bright orange setting and quirky
less fashion pieces (whether or experimental band made the
not she’s succeeded is another whole display an enjoyable
argument entirely). It was a watch. The pieces nodded
powerful statement to kick start towards the still-popular neon
Copenhagen’s sustainable- trend, whilst showcasing some
focused fashion event, and it fabulous geometric prints and
definitely set the tone. relaxed, flowy cuts.

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copenhagen fashion week AW20 GANNI fell slightly flat for me
compared to past years,
MESS however their increasing use of
recycled fabrics and sustainable
MAGAZINE approach to creating their
clothes has to be commended
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demand. I’m also glad they’ve
finally moved away from the
leopard print and puff sleeves.
However, I struggled to see a
single piece that got me excited
for their next autumn/winter
drop, which is something I
usually expect from them.

Whilst most designers “Scandi designers are
impressed and some slightly setting a wonderfully
disappointed, there were two high standard within
personal favourites of mine,
where one slightly outshone the the industry.”
other. I’m a huge fan of Cecile
Bahnsen, and her monochrome
tones, airy dresses and stunning
ruffle details made me love her
even more. Her exquisite way of
elevating a simple black puffy
dress always get me excited. But
Helmstedt was definitely the
brand of the week for me. Their
very first show was only last
year, but the designer has gone
from strength to strength with
her bold, funky and anti-trend
approach to creating garments.

The show was so much fun, and
her each of her designs were
unique. Whilst it’s arguably too
garish for some, I absolutely
adored all of it. The creativity
behind those statement prints
and vibrant complimentary
colours really hit the mark and
created a playful atmosphere I
was desperate to be part of. For
such busy pieces, they worked
so well together and each
look complimented the other. I
couldn’t fault it!

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MESS Fashion meets art in Viktor + Rolf’s
fashion house. Since 1993, the brand
MAGAZINE has been revolutionizing fashion
by creating unique and
issue 12 conceptual designs —

READ MORE BELOW AS MESS MAGAZINE GOT AN INSIDE LOOK
INTO THE BRANDS AVANT-GARDE WORLD.

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MESS Mess Magazine was introduced to
the magical world of Wiwa Blue —
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This Montreal designer stands out
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designs that sparks imagination and
delight with every piece.

TAKE A LOOK:

PHOTOGRAPHY — OMI CHOWDHURY
DESIGNER — WIWA BLUE

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hilde van mas An Inside Look into Photographer
Hilde Van Mas’s Creative Process —
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Growing up, Hilde Van Mas was
MAGAZINE no stranger to the expression of
movement. A former ballet performer,
issue 12 Mas found inspiration through a
different craft by transforming her
passion for motion into capturing
moments with photography. What
connected both hobbies for her
you may ask? It was “the gradual
development of movement,” Mas said.
Having worked with brands such as
Dolce and Gabbana and Hermès, Mas
has established quite a presence in
the photography industry with even
more collaborations on the way.

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE 2018 PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE
YEAR’S VERY ARTISTIC WORLD IN THIS EXCLUSIVE
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TO LEARN MORE ABOUT HILDE VAN
MAS’S WORK AND DON’T FORGET TO

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“I am very strict to myself How do you educate yourself
and my work, I am pushed to take better pictures?
by the fascination of doing
things better and better.” By being very risk-loving, having
the fundamental philosophy of
What inspired you to get pushing the border to a new
into photography? limit every time I shoot and
being curious. Curiosity for the
The intense desire to capture a new is a very dominant stimulus
millisecond of a soul or a feeling for my work.
of a moment.
How did ballet inspire your
Whose work has love for photography?
influenced you most?
The gradual development of a
Federico Fellini, Glenn Gould, movement and non-verbal
Egon Schiele. Richard Avedon, transport of a feeling are always
Guy Bourdin, Peter Lindbergh a big inspiration for my work.
and Helmut Newton from the
photographic point of view. How is it working with brands
such as Hermes and Dolce?
Among your works, which one
is your favorite? Why? I feel humbled and honored
when brands such as named
I am very strict to myself and my give trust to my photographic
work, I am pushed by the handwriting.
fascination of `doing things
better and better.’ Below the How was it winning
line, I would definitely choose Photographer of The
some of my artistic nude Year 2018?
photography or portraits I took
of actors/artists/ muses I have Honestly said it was a surprise
the honor to work with. for me. The market is very tight
and there are plenty of talented
`eyes` …being honored with an
award is a very big compliment
to my passionate work.

Any upcoming projects and
collaborations we can look
out for?

A very big project is my
personal work on a nude-
photography project I am
planning to finish by the end of
next year. Another, probably
life-changing, project is my
planned move to Berlin / Paris in
the upcoming year.

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hilde van mas What is your artistic workflow
and how do ideas for
MESS photoshoots come to you?

MAGAZINE Inspiration is everywhere and
constantly surrounding us. I get
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art, cultures, and people I love.
My strongest inspirations come
from the moment itself and
from my dreams. I often wake
up in the night with a precise,
cinematic mood for a shoot.

What is one brand you’d like to
work with?

Very, very difficult to answer… I
see numerous fascinating facets
in many brands such as Gucci,
Chanel, Saint Laurent, Dior… the
brand list would be neverending.

How do you think photography
and art make you who you are?

Having spent my whole youth on
stage as a ballet dancer myself I
have a very strong bonding,
trust, and belief in any
artistic discipline.

Will you ever make your way
back to ballet?

Yes, as a theatergoer!

Any advice for aspiring
professional photographers?

Three words: Obsession,
curiosity, and honesty. Or maybe
also as a quote by the German
novelist Franz Kafka:
‘Follow your most intense
obsessions mercilessly.’



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fashion forecast Fall/Winter Fashion Forecast;
As Predicted by These Style Mavens —
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With fall and winter on the horizon
MAGAZINE its time to trade in the open-toe
kitten heels and bright hues for
issue 12 cozy couture. I’m personally looking
forward to the style transition and
am eager to see what’s in the fashion
forecast for cooler weather. Is there
a chance of plush “bear” coats
and cowboy boots remaining in
the forecast?

IN THIS SERIES ARTICLE WE ASKED A FEW TRUSTY,
STYLE CONSCIOUS GALS THEIR PREDICTIONS, STARTING
WITH STYLE BLOGGER, MARIJA KRSIKAPA. READ HER ‘7 DAY
STYLE FORECAST’...



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fashion forecast OFF-WHITE FALL’19 FASHION
SHOW FT. BELLA HADID

We can already see many high 2. 70’s vibes. this is the trend
street shops starting with their about which I am personally
fall collections. Many of the excited about.
trends we have seen during the
fashion weeks are not always Statement sleeves have been
wearable, so I think it would be in-style since this spring, and it
very useful for you that I share is a perfect transitional trend. I
my favorite autumn / winter love puff sleeves since they can
2019 trends which you can easily be styled in so many ways and
embed in your closet! I am sure they always bring a casual outfit
that you already have in your to another level.
wardrobe many pieces which
you can style and be trendy this Another trend which is inspired
fall and winter! I hope this will by the 70’s is definitely the trend
give you some inspiration for the of sequin colorful pieces. Many
upcoming months! high street shops, such as Zara
and Topshop are already
1. Different prints. I have seen focused on this trend. As you
on the high street that the focus may know, I love sparkles, so I
is on the dark floral print dresses cannot wait to style some of the
and wild prints even on sequin pieces in the
fur coats. upcoming months!

The print which has been Also, extremely high neck lines
in-style for seasons is the check on tops and dresses and
mate, which I noticed on the over-sized blazers are going to
Off-white runway in Paris on be in this fall.
Bela Hadid.
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I believe that this trend can be
MAGAZINE fun if you mix patterns
and materials.
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“I have noticed that
many designers

are creating long
line belted coats in

beige and brown
which I love!”

ZARA SEQUIN PANTS

3. As every other fall, leather is 5. Monochromatic look could
going to be a huge trend. I am a be one of my favorite trends for
huge fan of black leather pants this year. The most common is
and I think every girl should styled in all the same shades,
have one good pair in her closet. but I also find it great combining
different shades and patterns
However, this season leather will since it’s more fun and original.
expand to many other clothing I would always choose bright
pieces and in different colors. colors for a monochromatic
I have noticed that many look, however brown color was
designers are creating long line the one which was prevailing on
belted coats in beige and brown the runways of MaxMara.
which I love! For my wardrobe,
this piece has already became 6. Thigh high boots & Cowboy
an essential! boots is a trend which will never
go out of style. We could see
4. Who says that punk cannot this trend during the past
be feminine? This trend is seasons and it’s also present this
different from others and I find it year. Cowboy boots are
very exciting! We have seen everywhere and we could see
many designers styling leather them in many different materials,
with the most feminine pieces, colors and lengths.
such as tulle or lace, making it
romantic even if edgy and black. 7. Even if fur and faux fur are in
This is a trend with which you style every year, furry coats this
can play with and it brings out year are different than last
your creativity and personality. seasons. Why? Because
During the fashion weeks, we designers are playing with their
could see Alexander McQueen shape, length and color making
and Balmain making this trend this trend more fun and perfect
stand out. for the grey winter days!

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rankin The collaborative spirit of
Marco Antonio X Rankin —
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English fashion and portrait
MAGAZINE photographer Rankin and make-
up artist Marco Antonio have just
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celebrates their collaboration and
artistic experimentation for the past
four years.

Rankin’s photography has been
published in several famous
publications such as Elle, Vogue, and
Rolling Stone, and still exhibited in
several galleries around the world.
Marco Antonio a self-taught makeup
artist, has worked with celebrities
including Kesha and Naomi Cambell.

Alongside 40 other published books,
Rankin highlights his work with
make-up artist Marco Antonio in
their expressive book, Marco Antonio
X Rankin. The book also includes a
discussion between the artists stating
their outlooks on beauty in today’s
remarkable culture, as well as their
flourishing careers in the world of art.

LEARN MORE ABOUT THIS UNIQUE COLLABORATION AND
THE INSPIRATION BEHIND THE DUO’S BOOK IN THIS EXCLUSIVE
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