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26.4.11
SCAD style / Transformation / Derek Lam
the glitterati have landed
Just as the caterpillars have been seen crawling their way through the squares on their way
to becoming skittering rainbows, the glitterati who have built careers on transformation and
metamorphosis are alighting in Savannah this week for SCAD style. There is lots of good stuff
going on so check out the schedule here.
I cut out early yesterday to catch Derek Lam and his business partner Jan-Hendrik Schlottmann
speak about their life and times in the fashion world, empire building and what they have been
able to create with their unique partnership. Of course, Mr. Lam spoke more about the creative
aspects of the being a designer, (touching briefly on the spiritual import behind his clothes) and
Mr. Schlottmann on the business side. It was interesting to see their dynamic.
Creative people of all types, not just artists and designers, are always working in the world of
transformation and metamorphosis, if only because the problems are such that the answer
demands a big jump. But in Fashion, where the expectations to wow and delight each season
are so high, there must be a lot of inherent pressure. So it was delightful that when Mr. Lam
was asked “What is the most important quality you look for in a new hire?” His answer was,
“Kindness.” So props to Mr. Derek Lam.
And in undertaking any kind of creative manifestation, just like the caterpillars know,
timing in crucial. He delayed the start of his own brand for a few years commenting,
“…You have to find your right time, you have to find your right place…”
You can’t rush beauty.
Next stop --> The Sartorialist
Just as the caterpillars have been seen crawling their way through the squares on their way
to becoming skittering rainbows, the glitterati who have built careers on transformation and
metamorphosis are alighting in Savannah this week for SCAD style. There is lots of good stuff
going on so check out the schedule here.
I cut out early yesterday to catch Derek Lam and his business partner Jan-Hendrik Schlottmann
speak about their life and times in the fashion world, empire building and what they have been
able to create with their unique partnership. Of course, Mr. Lam spoke more about the creative
aspects of the being a designer, (touching briefly on the spiritual import behind his clothes) and
Mr. Schlottmann on the business side. It was interesting to see their dynamic.
Creative people of all types, not just artists and designers, are always working in the world of
transformation and metamorphosis, if only because the problems are such that the answer
demands a big jump. But in Fashion, where the expectations to wow and delight each season
are so high, there must be a lot of inherent pressure. So it was delightful that when Mr. Lam
was asked “What is the most important quality you look for in a new hire?” His answer was,
“Kindness.” So props to Mr. Derek Lam.
And in undertaking any kind of creative manifestation, just like the caterpillars know,
timing in crucial. He delayed the start of his own brand for a few years commenting,
“…You have to find your right time, you have to find your right place…”
You can’t rush beauty.
Next stop --> The Sartorialist
25.4.11
Writer in the Window Update
For those who haven't guessed, I have gone from being The Writer in the Window
to The Writer in The Paris Market. I'll be blogging here about all the amazing and
creative things that go on here everyday - so many of them behind the scenes!
creative things that go on here everyday - so many of them behind the scenes!
<<< Follow us to keep up with new finds, creative ideas, or inspiration Parisian style >>>
My other news is that I got a serious upgrade this past weekend.
Those formidable elves at Paris Market gave me an even more deluxe space and
I went from having pretty nice sized chalkboard to post my ramblings to a super
huge display with some stellar signage to boot. Thanks Paris Market!
I’ll be here this last week in April (the 25th -29th from 10am - 6pm) for one last encore!
So come check it out, before I disappear for good.
Ask me esoteric questions, give me topics to write about or make any special
requests suited for a Paris Market Scribe.
À bientôt!
20.4.11
Extra! Extra! Savannah Magazine Spring 2011 Cover
Our red nesting tables on the cover of this month's Savannah Magazine!
Our umbrellas are featured as well!
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