And just like that… My first
@nyfw runway show — done. Living this dream proves to show how powerful our mind is, and that we truly are what our thoughts create.
For Collection 5, I found myself reminiscing about my favorite memories and how lights can change your perception of a recollection. Whether it is man-made lights for cinematic red carpet moments, twinkling cities visible from an airplane or phenomena created from the Earth, like the aurora borealis. These lights shimmer across the skies and can be seen from miles away. There’s something quite beautiful about it. I found myself in a reverie thinking about these scenes.
For this Demi-Couture eveningwear collection, I explored the colors of the aurora borealis, ranging from the deepest plums, to the lightest feather grays. There are a multitude of silhouettes throughout the collection including my signature grand tulle & exposed corsets to modern, floor dusting gowns with grandiose bows finished with photogenic trains. Inspired by the dark skies, a strapless gown’s trim is reminiscent of day breaking through night. The collection finishes with a fresh exploration of dramatic hand draped armlet details that mimic the shape of clouds. There’s a sense of romanticism in the styles which are created with the softest, most lush silks, to intricate Guipure lace dusted with crystals shining like stars in the abyss. This collection is truly opulent and creates a reverie.
–AK
Thank you
@danielmartin , your talent + vision have taken my girls & designs to places that only exist in the stars, a big hug to you & your whole team + Tatcha & TWG. Beautick Moda team, thank you for perfecting every wisp of hair. Alex Hass & Taylor A, thank you for capturing the runway — it is a true cinematic vision. Thank you to my wonderful girls of Accent & Lion for being PR powerhouses. Thank you to The Baccarat for the most iconic backdrop & setting. Thank you Manolo for the heels. Thank you Cannon for bringing these goddesses together. Thank you to my atelier who have yet again brought my visions to life. Thank you to my family, friends, & the CFDA. Finally, thank you to my parents, who never stopped believe in me, & my dreams.