Emerging Talent
Stalked: Maja Cop, Founder, Surf and Yoga Brand, Manawai Wear
19 October 2016
I stumbled across this brand on instagram as I was sitting on a busy bus going through central London.. the sight of their dreamy imagery instantly transported me to far away beaches with the sand between my toes and board under arm, theres no doubt their imagery certainly provokes happy thoughts!
Manawai Wear is a yoga and surf wear brand and being an ex surfer and massive yoga fan myself this brand caught my eye, so I had to get them on the blog...
Manawai Wear is a yoga and surf wear brand and being an ex surfer and massive yoga fan myself this brand caught my eye, so I had to get them on the blog...
Why did you decide to start your brand and what do you love about it?
When I moved to Canary Island – Fuerteventura I was missing fashion but in the same time I discovered surfing which I enjoy very much.
It took me long time to figure out what to do on this Island which is amazing place to live but sometimes could be very boring. Manawai Wear was a perfect match, combination of fashion-textile industry from my profession joining with new passion - surfing.
Manawai Wear is a brand for woman and man of Surf and Yoga inspired clothing and goodies made from natural, recycled, Earth friendly materials with love for the ocean and nature.
MADE WITH ALOHA!I imagine you surf.. Where has been the most memorable place you've surfed and why?
I love to surf and just being in the Ocean. Fuerteventura has many great spots for surfing. One of my favourite is Calleta on the Nort Shore.
What did you focus on the mix of yoga and surfing for your brand?
This are 2 important things I do in my life. I believe in wellbeing
by practising yoga and surfing. It also is a popular combination. Is good
to have a nice wear by doing it
Describe a day in the life of Maja Cop ?!
Early morning surf session is a best start of the day. Perfect
timing to catch some waves when are still empty line-ups and to fresh your head
before work.
After morning recreation is time to work in the office.
Afternoons I enjoy free time on the beach with my family.
Class of Yoga and meditation relax me before sleeping.
Five items you can't live without?
My family, my surf, my yoga mat, work,
jeep.
Parisa Yaaseen, Emerging Fashion Designer, Dubai.
16 August 2016
I stumbled across this intriguing fashion talent Parisa, a Dubai based fashion designer whose designs are eye catching to another level! She explores ideas that
have a balance between figurative and abstract, playing with colours is the
highlight in much of her works, mostly manifesting playfulness and innocence.
The aesthetics and lively spirit of youth culture is where her passion comes
alive.
I caught up with her over email and quizzed her on her incredibly bold collection, what inspires her and makes this brand new designer tick.
Why did
you decide to get into fashion and what do you love about your job?
Initially I was going for fine arts but after
doing a little research I realized fine arts is too boring for me so I decided
to go into fashion where there is chaos and fun. Fashion design is like a dress
up game, I think it's an art form that everyone needs. For instance, not
everyone will need a painting or a sculpture but they would definitely need
some clothes to put on and style themselves.
Describe your working
day?
I wake up very early, sometimes at 5
am only because I can think more clearly in the mornings. I have my little
breakfast quickly and start working until 3pm, if I really love the
project then I keep working until late night.
What's been your
highlight since starting?
my graduation collection RESTLESS got selected
by Jamal Abdourahman, founder of Vancouver Fashion Week,
which is super cool and I'll be showcasing my works in Vancouver
Fashion Week in September
What inspires you?
Art films and music videos, performance art in
general. My graduation
collection is immensely inspired by an Electro-pop musician known as GRIMES,
she inspires me a lot. she's like the living late-90's goth anime character. I
also really admire Nick Cave's Soundsuit performances.
What
other designers do you love at the moment?
My favorite designers at the moment are Josep
font, Issa grimm, Cassandra Verity Green, Carmen Channers and Kenzo.
Five items you can't
live without?
My laptop + the
internet, money, coffee, food and my car.
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