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Designer: Jermikko Shoshanna

The Jermikko collection offers fine
exquisite imported wools and silks
created in whimsical looks that are
intended to “beautify the mind, body, and
spirit.” Jermikko’s designs are influenced
by modern and contemporary art along
with her passion for the 1920s.

Statement concerning FashioNext design
"I believe the back of a great design
should exhibit as much interest as the
front. I wanted to capture the 1920s feel
of drape and movement through the
dramatic layering of bias cut strips in the
back of both of my pieces. Art deco and
draped form fused with linear, modern
architecture is very close to my design
philosophy which I translate into elegant
“coat dressing” for the modern woman. I
am inspired by fashions that are
timeless."

Designer: Lauren Lein

Whether designing a feminine power suit
for a couture client, or a unique collection
for a specific store, Lein’s signature style
is recognized by eclectic blends of
luxurious fabrics and textures.

Statement concerning FashioNext design
"Construction of my four-piece ensemble
will be elaborate, like the Worth gown,
but most importantly, comfortable,
versatile, clever and would be
show-stopping as well as worn more than
once. This piece will be made from over
10 fabrics. The removable “apron” at the
hips of the gown has a runway-esque
bustle in the back. I could not resist the
inspiration to add this wild piece – taking
it from day, to runway."

Designer: Melissa Serpico Kamhout

The SERPICO collection is a modern
clothing line inspired by the linear quality
and spatial integrity of modern and
classical architecture as well as modern
art and film. Transcendent of time and
boundlessly continental, the collection
embraces the able, artful, and astute
contemporary women. The use of fine
fabrics and the influence of travels abroad
create a line of continuously intricate
textures and sculptural silhouettes.

Statement concerning FashioNext design
"I very much loved the Comme des
Garçons piece and the possibilities are
endless with the concept of the
convertible dress/gown, however I wanted
to keep its inherent qualities only
changing the silhouette, attitude and
texture."

Designer: Paul Sisti

The Sisti statement fuses art with
fashion. The Paul Sisti fashion
philosophy is simple -
elegance that is elegantly simple.

Statement concerning FashioNext design
"I was awestruck when I viewed the
complete collection of couture creations
in the Chic Chicago exhibition. My
design of a short cocktail sheath dress
with a detachable butterfly overskirt and
gauntlet sleeves makes this a much
more modern creation to be worn by
today’s contemporary woman."

Designer: William Thomas Walton and
Roger Price

Price Walton’s hallmarks remain
beautiful, unusually executed designs
with finely
wrought craftsmanship, and high quality
luxurious fabrics, for a new and modern
couture. They endeavor to provide and
offer the expertise and thrill of couture,
with a neverending search for true purity
in design, luxury, and beauty.

Statement concerning FashioNext design
Based on the Charles Frederick Worth
evening gown as inspiration their design
is the articulated body of a female
wasp… a sliver hornet queen.
Dangerous, and pointed… yet delicate,
with her iridescent wings. Enrobed in a
gossamer shell of transparent folds, and
shiny ripples. Wild, but innocent as if
sprung from nature herself.