You only have to look at the guest list at London events like the Serpentine Summer Party to see the patchwork of artistic talents that come together to form one of the most dynamic creative centers in the world. From architects and sculptors to contemporary concept installation artists, the creative mind comes in many forms, and often has varied influences. The reality is that creative folk are rarely immersed in the bubble of their own discipline, but absorb a wealth of ideas around them.įashion designers are curious about shape and form, fascinated by color, intrigued by social, historical and cultural references, and therefore find themselves drawn to art galleries, to museums, to artists' studios and archives, and to simply hang out with their contemporaries in the art world, or other design disciplines.
But in truth, many of the truly great creatives I’ve seen at design houses over the years are as talented in their own way as any fine artist: using cloth and cutting techniques with the same skillful mastery as a painter wielding brush on canvas. In its simplest form, working with artists can be seen to add an intellectual ‘kudos’ to an industry that's sometimes seen as frivolous. Watching a designer at work, evolving a collection from sketchbook to shop floor, is akin to witnessing a fascinating alchemy where a mix of diverse cultural influences shape the way we dress.Īnd our industry’s links with the art world have long formed part of that process. In my work in the fashion industry, I’ve always enjoyed being party to the fashion world’s creative processes.
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