HERNAN LANDER

By Fashion Editor Inoisell Miranda

Story by:Stacy Drosatou

Hernan Lander-s spring 2010 collection conveys effortless elegance to ordinarily casual silhouettes. The earth tones of Africa mixed with the industrialization of the continent serve as a source of inspiration for this season. Hernan is primarily using luxurious jersey materials mostly in grey hues that fall beautifully on the female body incorporating the principles of haute couture. Intricate draping is paying homage to Madame Gres and represents Hernan-s way to interpret the textures of Africa.

Hand-beaded tops, hand-worked jackets, feminine, beautiful skirts and dresses, perfectly tailored pants and red-carpet-worthy gowns, all with embellishments finely crafted to compliment the fabrics and designs, are always a part of the Hernan Lander collection. Zippers play also a big part adding a more structured, industrial touch. Shoes have a very rustic silhouette with oversized wooden platforms and constructed zippers. His ready-to-wear pieces herald the same feminine aesthetic as his couture gowns luring his clientele into the world of beauty, desirability, exclusivity and superb craftsmanship.

“I wanted to counterbalance luxe and simple materials with supper industrial ones to create great silhouettes that are young and polished” says Hernan about his highly coveted collection

XEXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW

Hi Hernan,

Thank you so much for taking the time to answer these questions for XEX. Your talent blows us away. It is an honor to be interviewing you and letting the world know who you are…

1. - When did you discover your talent?

Deep inside me I have always known I wanted to be a fashion designer and make clothes.

2. - What was the 1st piece you ever made?

A very lovely skirt for my grandmother when I was 11 years old & she still has it!

3. - You have won several awards for your men’s designs, what is your vision of the perfect man?

A unique, self-confident man that is in touch with his masculinity and dares to be different.

4. - A man should never wear?

A skirt.

5. - A woman should never wear?

A denim body suit

6. - What inspires you?

Architecture.  History.  Romanticism & above all life…

7. - What is your biggest challenge?

Myself.  I am constantly challenging myself with everything I do

8. - Where is Fashion going?

To a completely different dimension, clothes are no longer a necessity but an expression of creativity.

9. - Celebrities you would love to dress?

Angelina Jolie, Sarah Jessica Parker, Kyle Minogue & of course Lady Gaga.

10. - Success is…

Being able to do what you love & for my name to be immortal.

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