I had many people message me over the past few weeks to bring back the "Who Is" series on fashion designers. Let me know if you enjoy these long-form looks into the work of designers and who you want me to cover next.

@DP-gr7ko

3 жыл бұрын

Yes I love these, would you ever do past designers like Elsa Schiaparelli?

@FashionRoadman

3 жыл бұрын

@@DP-gr7ko currently working on more up and coming designers but it would be good to add another series where I talk about the important designers of the past. Names like Mary Quant, Elsa Schiaparelli, Paul Poiret etc come to mind when thinking of designers I’d want to put in that series.

@JacobMinarik

3 жыл бұрын

@@FashionRoadman Would love for you to cover Serhat Isik and Benjamin A. Huseby

@emmanuella1916

3 жыл бұрын

Loved this video! Could you please cover Bianca Saunders and Mowalola?

@d2uk2e

3 жыл бұрын

@@FashionRoadman Can you do Spencer Badu and Pyer Moss

The second hand trade from the western (USA and Europe) not only impacts the environmental safety of african countries but also their economies in the sense where it comes very cheap affecting the promotion and development of the local textile industry, industrialization, the local labour skills development and therefore their GDPs. In 2016, the East African Community( South Sudan, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda and Burundi) decided on phasing out/banning those second hand clothes imports by 2019(by increasing the tarrifs on imported used clothes for example) to boost the manufacturing industry of those countries...it didn't come to surprise when the US governments issues to sanction those countries if they'd pursue to execute that decision. Currently the Rwandan government, the only one that pursued to act on that 2016 common decision is facing trading sanctions from the US through the "Trump trade war'".

@FashionRoadman

3 жыл бұрын

This is actually really amazing insight and I didn’t know all this. Definitely going to read more on this. Thanks so much for this comment.

Awesome, making patchwork cohesive and aesthetically pleasing is way harder than it looks...

@FashionRoadman

3 жыл бұрын

I can definitely attest to this!

The amount of research that you’ve done is just fucking crazy, and the editing is on point too👌🏾. I really appreciate you for putting your time and effort into making this video.

@FashionRoadman

3 жыл бұрын

And I really appreciate you for watching ❤️

The imagery is so beautiful.

The closing note on her being labelled as a "sustainable designer" is so important to me because I want to pursue quite the same path in terms of materials to use and tecniques and I too believe sustainability should be integral in the design process for a fashion brand and not just one of the "labels" that describe it. Thanks Ayo!

Since no one talked about this in the comments ( as far as I could see ) my hands are itching to talk about the second hand clothing Industry india. I'm a fashion and knitwear designer from India and sustainability being so big in the world right now, all individuals keen in fashion in india are resorting to thrifting a lot more than before. I didn't know about panipat but the very famous Sarojini market in Delhi, the street markets in Mumbai and the Hong Kong and Shangri la markets in Nagaland, amongst numerous others have always had the donated second hand clothing of first world countries be dumped here in a developing country. Moreover in the marketplace of North East India , a lot of counterfeit products from China ( that looks almost identical to the real deal ) make their way. The second hand market plus even factory surplus from all the manufacturers that do production for big brands all ove the world is huge. It also leads to a lot of waste generation in samples. Which is all sold in specific local markets

Mind blown 🤯. The name “The Fashion Archive” suits you! In love with Priya now! Great job!

Really appreciate you broadening the scope on other designers that’s out there

@FashionRoadman

3 жыл бұрын

It’s always been my thing. Never liked that the fashion press talk about the same designers over and over again. At some point it gets boring.

I can attest to all you said about Nigeria. Was born there, grew up in the South, went to work in Lagos and lived there for years. I remember how my mum used to buy second hand clothes from the market. Like how you educate with your channel, keep it up.

Very insightful, previously haven't heard of her before. She really does embody the UK migrant cultural influence in her work which is refreshing to see!

@FashionRoadman

3 жыл бұрын

Best way I could explain it is “cultural explosion” haha. It’s sad she isn’t pushed more because most of fashion media talks about the same brands over and over again. Hopefully she gets her big break sooner than later.

@Quicheuhhh

3 жыл бұрын

@@FashionRoadman Came back to this video again after seeing her collab which dropped today with Ganni🙌🏾. Have you seen it?

@FashionRoadman

3 жыл бұрын

@@Quicheuhhh yup I’ve seen it and I quite like it. The ethos of the brands align so it makes sense.

This is precious. Thank you for making this kind of content. Priya Ahluwalia, if you ever see this, you inspire me.

These are great bro I never studied fashion so I enjoy the information

Wow, you look so GOOD!

@FashionRoadman

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much ❤️

Like i told you on IG.... she GOAT. At least she's on that path.

Love how in depth your analyses usually are. Great job always.

Your hat must be the most beautiful thing I've seen today. Haven't heard of Ahluwalia before, but after watching your video, I'm definitely a fan. I find it fascinating how she manages to blend distinct subcultural references together as well as the 1960's sentiment. Also thanks for shedding light on some of Nigerian and Punjabi history in the UK. I found this video very insightful and not only in terms of fashion.

Ahluwalia was a great designer to bring back the ‘who is’ videos 🔥 and hopefully there’s a Grace wales Bonner one in the works 💯

@FashionRoadman

3 жыл бұрын

I’ve talked about Grace Wales Bonner in a previous video but a dedicated video is definitely long overdue

Thank you for sharing! I've seen so many people judge the "quality" of the designers' works merely based on the visual aspects. Contents like this are necessary so that the cultural references and the designer's thoughts&skills could be known. We can see how everything comes into being. It also makes a great example that fashion is much beyond garments and accessories but the culture and authenticity behind them...

First time hearing about her! Her work is so vibrant and pretty :)

Just discovered your channel. I won't be able to sleep tonight, watching back-to-back videos. Thank you so much.

@FashionRoadman

3 жыл бұрын

❤️❤️

its so so important to hear thoughts, references, and analysis from different perspectives. Especially perspectives with the context of different experiences from ours. Love the vids, and insight you give us!

This inspirational collection reminded me of the street vendors in Mexico in my home town in an odd way. So happy to have learned a deeper understanding of other parts of the world

I love finding new sustainable designers!! Her works is incredible!! Thank you for this very informative video!! Love the hat btw :)

@FashionRoadman

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for watching and yes I really loved the philosophy behind the brand. Obviously it’s impossible for a brand to be 100% sustainable but it should be highlighted that she is trying to do her part.

FIT!!!🔥🔥🔥

@FashionRoadman

3 жыл бұрын

Trying to be like you

The History of the Windrush very well conveyed.. for those that had not understood what had occurred..

New video let's goooooo

This was a great video. I love your work mate. Great to know you are a fellow Omo Yoruba!!

Love this

This is so very necessary...For the voices of the Artist ❤️ Love the Hat 🌻

This is a great in depth video on Priya Ahluuwalia. Loved this video Ayo

binge watching a lot of TFA!

@FashionRoadman

3 жыл бұрын

❤️

This was so thoughtful, authentic, and educational. I am new to your channel and so happy I found it. Keep up the amazing work!

Very interesting analysis!

Thank you so much for this video I am deeply inspired, I love her so much, this is my first time meeting her

I love long form videos. Such great info and depth of analysys. When you mentioned Ahluwahlia looking through family photo albums, I remembered that section at Fashioning Masculinities exhibition that was just so cool. I lust after your book collection;) so thank you for always mentioning and showing the books. Idea: video tours of the different subculture areas of London, like grouped by designers.. or historical eras like Punk. As you do it already for research into designers, it feels like another natural journalistic step. Your thoughts?

@FashionRoadman

Жыл бұрын

This would actually naturally be a next best step I can explore once I finish school

Wow I love her aesthetics 🔥🔥🔥🔥 Is the first I heard of her

Great rundown and in-depth analysis of this brand. I love what she does but now even more. 👌🏾

One of my favorite video on the channel, like how you dig into the references I would have just completely not seen at all, that's how fashion brings some storytelling to the table, and there is also some great craftsmanship. it looks like Priya AHLUWALIA has found a great balance in her designs, definitely gonna follow her work now, thanks for the discovery !

@FashionRoadman

3 жыл бұрын

She’s an amazing and super underrated designer. Looking forward to what she does in the future.

Great video! really appreciate the depth and care you took with the research on this on

@FashionRoadman

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, I try my best to make content that provides value

Great video.

Great video! Definitely gonna watch more of them.

So interesting, love these videos with so much informations and opinions !

@FashionRoadman

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for watching

Top hat is bangin'

@FashionRoadman

3 жыл бұрын

Merci! Thought I’d look suave today

I’ve said this prolly 5 or 6 times now but this is the best video yet keep it up.

never heard of her even as a Nigerian thanks for the information on her. would have thought the patchwork was just a design statement.

Thanks for posting your videos are super informative & in depth 👏🏽👏🏽

Yes!!

Thanks for sharing love your commentary,

You are so good. Congratulations on all of your work.

Thanks for sharing love your commentary.

@FashionRoadman

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

Great Video!

@FashionRoadman

3 жыл бұрын

Merci!

Bravo

Lovely outfit

Thank you for this education.

Beautiful ❤️❤️❤️❤️

fly fit

@FashionRoadman

3 жыл бұрын

Merci

I am literally scribing notes as you speak! Thank you for this! I buy fashion magazines every season but I Her Frequency AW20 show was phenomenal ! would love to see her pieces on fashion spread. I think you are going to help me save money haha because there’s more depth to your videos actually. Ok I lied maybe I will still buy magazines but lesser 😄

@FashionRoadman

3 жыл бұрын

Haha magazines may not be as good for information but there is still amazing imagery and creative direction that can definitely serve as a point of inspiration.

@inkarlcerating

3 жыл бұрын

thats so true. my main motivation is Imagery and styling! speaking of styling what do you think of Ib Kamara’a direction for I-d ? i personally enjoy his styling narrative. reminded me of Panos Yiapanis’ fun and eclectic styling but with underlying profound meaning. 🤔

@FashionRoadman

3 жыл бұрын

I personally am a huge fan of Ib Kamara and have been for many years as he graduated from my school on the same course a few years back. I actually look more at the work he does with brands like Thebe Magugu and Louis Vuitton which is stuff he does more frequently and seems to have more creative control. The most impressive thing about IB is the fact he sometimes gets props and garments made specifically for a shoot.

Gala sellers the inspiration for every vêtements collection

@FashionRoadman

3 жыл бұрын

🤣

Your hat!

I learned so much from you! I really appreciate this video you made. It is so inspiring to me and I hope you get a copy of her book and even get to meet her one day! Bless

@FashionRoadman

Жыл бұрын

She was so sweet she actually sent me a copy after seeing this video ❤️

@ZoePolson

Жыл бұрын

@@FashionRoadman Yayyy! You deserve it!

Loved hearing this. You actually taught me some stuff about my own Jamaican and British culture.