Design Can dress up

Episode 85 of the Design kan… En branding og design podcast podcast, hosted by AM Copenhagen, titled "Design Can dress up" was published on December 5, 2023 and runs 50 minutes.

December 5, 2023 ·50m · Design kan… En branding og design podcast

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Summary

Can you commit to sustainability while designing clothing and how can the fashion industry and consumers strike the balance for more responsible choices?Luxury fashion designer Mark Kenly Domino Tan is known for his sense of craftsmanship in textiles and tailoring and has dressed celebrities including Lady Gaga and the Crown Princess of Denmark. In a conversation with Kristina May, he reveals his perspectives on responsible fashion. From his experience at Dior and Balenciaga to launching his own brand, he explores the challenge of designing responsibly sourced, timeless pieces that redefine the relationship between clothing and the wearer. Emphasizing beauty, durability, and expressive adaptability, he contends that real change requires both brands and consumers to commit to specialization.In the second part of the episode, you can listen to the panel's input as Katherine Richardson, Morten Grubak, Clare McNally, Mie Levi Fenger, and Kristina May discuss the topic further to explore solutions.

Episode Description

Can you commit to sustainability while designing clothing and how can the fashion industry and consumers strike the balance for more responsible choices? Luxury fashion designer Mark Kenly Domino Tan is known for his sense of craftsmanship in textiles and tailoring and has dressed celebrities including Lady Gaga and the Crown Princess of Denmark. In a conversation with Kristina May, he reveals his perspectives on responsible fashion. From his experience at Dior and Balenciaga to launching his own brand, he explores the challenge of designing responsibly sourced, timeless pieces that redefine the relationship between clothing and the wearer. Emphasizing beauty, durability, and expressive adaptability, he contends that real change requires both brands and consumers to commit to specialization. In the second part of the episode, you can listen to the panel's input as Katherine Richardson, Morten Grubak, Clare McNally, Mie Levi Fenger, and Kristina May discuss the topic further to explore solutions.