Graduating
from the College of Technology and Design in 2008 and later studying
Fine Art studies, Anna October launched her own brand that was
recently placed in the top 10 most promising designer brands of
Eastern Europe by Marie Claire (US).
The
Ukranian-born designer is known for her modern, feminine and timeless designs. October presented her AW13/14 collection
at Fashion Scout's Exhibition Space and spoke to us about her
collection, 'Present'.
What
was the inspiration behind this season’s collection?
This
collection was inspired by the post-Soviet countries clichés and the
tradition of giving presents. This is something that was common in
these countries, they gave a lot of gold and silver, people expect to
have these presents. So these clichés were really interesting to me,
as I am a child of the 90s, a generation that doesn't practice these
traditions.
I
am addicted to shimmering textiles and I was experimenting with
different jacquards throughout the collection. All the materials were
made especially for this collection in different productions in
France.
What
do you consider your signature pieces?
I
like to work with feminine cuts that shape the body, and combine it
with modern 'strange' fabrics to give a modern look. My signature
pieces are definitely dresses, feminine dresses.
Where do you see your brand going in
the future?
I see it
moving forward in a conceptual way. As the brand grows and matures, I
think more stockists and publications will come then.
Words by Toni May <a
href="https://twitter.com/fashion_loving">@Fashion_Loving</a>
Images by Daniella Farrow (@DaniFarrow)