Black History - Ola Hudson - Black Designer - 🪡 Mother of Slash of Guns N’ Roses 🥀
Hudson's design company was named Ola Hudson Enterprises, Incorporated. Hudson also created special collections for Arpeja, Henri Bendel, Right Bank Clothing and Neiman Marcus in Beverly Hills, Maxfield Blu of Los Angeles. Hudson's fashion design was somewhat minimal. She said, "It's getting right down to basics". She was also known for her retro design work, featuring details from the 1940s, that the Pointer Sisters wore. Hudson's designs were featured at a 1974 show, Los Angeles Space-Age Designs: Past-Present-Future. Hudson also designed clothing for dancer Linda Gold.
Hudson designed clothing for The Man Who Fell to Earth and for Station to Station. She also created the black pants and waistcoat for David Bowie's Thin White Duke look in 1976. Some of the items she designed for Bowie are part of the permanent collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Modern Art (MoMA). -Wikipedia
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It’s Black History Month! A month to celebrate the contributions of Black Americans in every genre. Black Americans have contributed to the Fashion industry so successfully and many do not know their names. This is such a shame as African American talent is very important to American Culture. We will be celebrating Black History Month with continued celebration of our contributors.
I researched the definition of fashion design and I loved this definition: “Fashion design is the art of applying design, aesthetics, clothing construction and natural beauty to clothing and its accessories. It is influenced by cultural and social attitudes, and has varied over time and place.”
Firstly I am happy to see Fashion Design being defined as “art,” I really feel this is a fact. Sure there are garments that don’t take too much to design like basics: khakis, button down basic shirts etc. These are definitely a part of the fashion business however, they do not necessarily take a deep mental dive to create. In my opinion true fashion design is all about a beginning and an end. Starting with an idea, developing it and bringing that idea to life. I truly feel there is a starting point, steps throughout which lead to an amazing artistic result.
First things first. I have met people who want to become a fashion designer for an interesting amount of reasons. They like clothes, they want to make money and some just want to be famous. I make sure to enter those conversations with the most open mind as possible. One thing I know about the fashion business is there has to be a great commitment of your time, your creativity and your mental. We will delve into this more this year.
Why do you want to be a fashion designer? Share in the comments.
In the early days of the pandemic, manufacturers were hit hard with forced shutdowns, production slowdowns and serious questions about whether companies could navigate the disruptions. Manufacturing indicators had shown early 2020 momentum, but US industrial production in March registered a month-over-month decline of 4.5%, followed by a deeper decline of 11.2% in April. continue on Forbes
The world of fashion is fantastic but it is a LOT of work. Here at the Young Fashion Designer’s Association we would like to collaborate, teach and learn what it is to emerge into fashion. There is much to come! We will be launching our Clubhouse July 2021, much more to come!
Is collaboration the key in designing rather it be established or emerging brands? VOGUE has tapped 19 brands to discuss the benefits of “joining up” with others when moving your brand to another level.
More than ever, designers are embracing mentorship, collaboration, community, and family ties—relationships that aren’t just emotional salve but creative inspiration as well. Read More
This is a great read from Harper’s Bazaar on the difference between diversity and inclusivity and how important BOTH are.
Diversity on its own can easily play into the hands of tokenism because it’s, arguably, an outward-facing achievement. For example, on a catwalk it’s increasingly becoming the norm to see a brilliantly diverse range of models - in age, size, ability and race. Where, to onlookers, the diversity aspect of the brand’s standing is answered, inclusivity will ask further questions. Did every single one of those models feel safe, comfortable and happy? Did they feel valued? Read More.
Today we are standing in solidarity with BLM and their #BlackoutTuesday push. Today is all about inspiring people, shop Black, post about the cause and raise awareness.
What are you doing to survive the pandemic? Financially, Entrepreneurially, Personally? This an unprecedented time so things can get overwhelming pretty quickly. Our business models have changed and some of us will need help. In order to keep as many people employed as possible, the government has put together stimulus monies that will assist in keeping businesses going during this time of crisis. The SBA has applications go here.
Tamara Mellon was ready to move on to namesake pastures from Jimmy Choo after 15 years of growing the business. Things weren’t ending on good terms and the sexy, playful feeling women got from Jimmy Choo, left Mellon feeling undercompensated for her overwork and overlooked for her passion. In 2011 she left. Since then she has struggled through to create beautiful brand of shoe that is luxurious and wearable. Have you ever had to make a brand change? How did you make it through?
Black History - Ola Hudson - Black Designer - 🪡 Mother of Slash of Guns N’ Roses 🥀
Hudson's design company was named Ola Hudson Enterprises, Incorporated. Hudson also created special collections for Arpeja, Henri Bendel, Right Bank Clothing and Neiman Marcus in Beverly Hills, Maxfield Blu of Los Angeles. Hudson's fashion design was somewhat minimal. She said, "It's getting right down to basics". She was also known for her retro design work, featuring details from the 1940s, that the Pointer Sisters wore. Hudson's designs were featured at a 1974 show, Los Angeles Space-Age Designs: Past-Present-Future. Hudson also designed clothing for dancer Linda Gold.
Hudson designed clothing for The Man Who Fell to Earth and for Station to Station. She also created the black pants and waistcoat for David Bowie's Thin White Duke look in 1976. Some of the items she designed for Bowie are part of the permanent collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Modern Art (MoMA). -Wikipedia
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