PARIS SHOWROOMS| Mimi Fasi AW14

The brainchild of designer Miriam Fahsi, Mimi Fasi explores contemporary design inspired by Fasi’s mediterranean roots. Mimi Fasi's designs juxtapose authentic tradition with a modern aesthetic. Unique fabrics and graphic prints combine beautifully to create bold yet elegant designs which channel the avant garde and explore an array of colourful textiles, bringing to life a feeling of the mediterranean. 

Printed silks and opulent embroidery feature heavily in Mimi Fasi collections, adding a luxury element to designs whilst 50s inspired fitted silhouettes combined with sheer kaftans inspire a fusion of east and west.

Born in Worcester, Fahsi grew up in both Switzerland and Morocco. She developed her creative and technical skills at world-renowned institutes in Switzerland, London and Milan before going on to start her own label.

Fresh from her debut at Fashion Scout's London showcase, Fasi will be once again showcasing her collection at our Paris Showrooms which are on until 4th March. Expect to see retro graphic prints and structured silhouettes, all constructed in the finest of raw silks making for a stunningly feminine collection complete with vibrant colour palette.

By Charlotte Muscat, Contributor, (@CharlotteLM9).

Images, courtesy of Mimi Fasi.

COLLECTION| Mimi Fasi AW14

Mimi Fasi’s eclectic capsule of designs translates Mediterranean poetry into garments. “I’m very much inspired by the North African way of life”, muses Fasi. “The way they celebrate their weddings and build their houses with so much colour, particularly the tiled mosques”.

Fasi’s cultural origins imbued the collection through a palpable fascination with North African architecture. Geometric print in an exotic palette of fuchsia, turquoise and orange brought the vivacity of a Mediterranean coastal town to life.

Two piece suits and fitted silhouettes were characteristic of the traditional 50s cut. A clear vintage aesthetic was made avant-garde through opulent embroidery on printed silks and crepe satin. Sheer kaftans were worn over shift dresses striking the median between east and west. A collection of modern yet neo-classical designs, Fasi encompassed playfulness and curiosity with craftsmanship in a distinctive and original showcase.

By Lydia Smyth (@LydiaRoseSmyth)

Images by Lepa Georgievska (@GeorgievskaLepa)