Youth and pop culture provocateurs since 1991. Fearless fashion, music, art, film, politics and ideas from today's bleeding edge. Declare Independence.
Masked models, flamboyant bird-men and historical costumes dominated Antwerp's promising talent pool
Masked models, flamboyant bird-men and historical costumes dominated Antwerp's promising talent pool
Masked models, flamboyant bird-men and historical costumes dominated Antwerp's promising talent pool
© Boy Kortekaas
In 1980, Antwerp became a pivotal birthplace for a fashion revolution, all thanks to the Antwerp Six. But who are they, and what did they do to make such a big impact?
Fashion designers design clothes for a manufacturer or for a brand name, but can also create their own collections. The great difference between the Academy and similar study courses at technical institutes is in the creative approach. Fashion designers who are trained at an academy and who studied four years with painters, sculptors, graphic designers, and students of other courses, live in a creative artistic atmosphere that leaves a mark on their personality. It requires effort and perseverance. Students are expected to be very good draughtsmen. The study from live model in postures and movements is essential. Students must also show a high degree of originality in their designs. Through form studies, pattern studies, research and graphic work, they have to be able to make their own creations.
Fashion designers design clothes for a manufacturer or for a brand name, but can also create their own collections. The great difference between the Academy and similar study courses at technical institutes is in the creative approach. Fashion designers who are trained at an academy and who studied four years with painters, sculptors, graphic designers, and students of other courses, live in a creative artistic atmosphere that leaves a mark on their personality. It requires effort and perseverance. Students are expected to be very good draughtsmen. The study from live model in postures and movements is essential. Students must also show a high degree of originality in their designs. Through form studies, pattern studies, research and graphic work, they have to be able to make their own creations.
Youth and pop culture provocateurs since 1991. Fearless fashion, music, art, film, politics and ideas from today's bleeding edge. Declare Independence.
Youth and pop culture provocateurs since 1991. Fearless fashion, music, art, film, politics and ideas from today's bleeding edge. Declare Independence.
