The inspiration: paper.

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"A material in the form of a smooth sheet that is used for writing on it, for printing, for drawing, for packaging, and the like: the paper is nowadays made from wood fibers, from cotton or paper Urine or other various plants. In front of it, they will make it out of slings and wear it in clothes. The ancient fire was made, Kanarea, from papyrus leaves (the goma). "

Paper folding, customer from here

Many ask me where the inspiration for my work comes from, and I always smile and say that I am very attracted to the world of paper and the techniques that manipulate paper.

Gina Hollingsworth pop-up poster

Paper is an ancient material, which has served us faithfully for over three thousand years. There are almost no limits on the capabilities of the paper and the various maneuvers that can be done on it. You can cut it, fold it, twist it, wrinkle it, curl it, tear it, trample it, crumble it, turn it into pulp, paint it, print it, shrink it, soften it and much more. 

One of a kind paper packaging for traditional food in Japan, from here

The uses of paper are also many. Hats, carpets, lanterns, aprons, disposable clothes, dividers, cufflinks, umbrellas, plates, cups, birthday decorations, kites, paper balloons, windmills and even works of art and paper sculptures can be made from it.

Paper engraving art, customer from here

During my years of work as a fashion designer (and also during my years of study) I learned that working with paper cutouts is an integral part of a fashion designer's work. Working with paper fascinates me and interests me - the transition from paper alone and fabric to paper is, in my opinion, a basis for innovation in the field of fashion design.

Paper envelope cutting art, by Kristiina Lahde. Customer from here

Fashion these days is heavily influenced by paper, and I really enjoy using it as a source of inspiration. I chose to reveal some of my biggest inspirations here, and show what elements I use when I turn to design new items.

Issey Miyake models 20 years apart. Right: "Minaret" (dresses in the silhouette of a lamp), 1995/ Left: a model inspired by paper, from the spring/summer 2015 collection

The new collection - also inspired by paper - is already ready, and will be photographed very soon. The excitement is at its peak.