May Bernardi finds inspiration in Ovid’s metamorphoses

1. Please introduce yourself to our readers. (Who are you, where do you come from and what is your field of specialization?) 
My name is May Bernardi and I was born in 1986 in the southwest of Germany.
I just graduated in fashion design from the University of Applied Sciences, Trier. During my studies I gained experience, working for “Anntian”, Berlin and the fashion department of “Liebling” magazine. I’ve also studied at the Academy of Art and Design HGK, Basel in Switzerland for one year.

Get ready for Ivana Pilja

In 2010 Ivana Pilja debuted as a designer with an amazing collection and we had the honor to have her at FASHIONCLASH Maastricht. With her collection she has caught attention in many media and also won a prize at Begrade Fashion Week.
Now we are so excited to see her brand new collection that will premiere at FASHIONCLASH Maastricht 2012!


1. Please introduce yourself to our readers. (Who are you, where do you come from and what is your field of specialization?) 

My name is Ivana Pilja and I’m a fashion designer based in Belgrade, Serbia.

2. Tell us a little bit about the concept behind your collection. 

The collection seeks to be a representation of moving sculptures. Futuristic and a minimalistic form with oversized shapes which are straight, strong, and simplified geometrical. 

preview of new collection
picture by Nikola Sokolov

3. What served as inspiration for your collection? 

Insects. I went a step further with exploring fashion sculptures; costumes are revived and have received a variety of colors with insects inspired prints.

Ivana Pilja at FASHIONCLASH Maastricht 2012
picture Peter Stigter

4. The collection is very architectural and geometrical - Can you tell us why you used these kind of shapes? 

A very important part of my design is the research of new forms, regardless of my current collection’s inspiration, architecture and geometry remain as a recognizable part of my work. 

Ivana Pilja at FASHIONCLASH Maastricht 2012
picture Peter Stigter

5. What was the biggest challenge in your collection? 

My biggest challenged is to make pieces that are avant-garde and also wearable at the same time. 

6. If you had to describe your collection in 3 keywords which ones would you choose? 

Straight, strong, and simplified geometrical.

7. How do you personally define “fashionclash” or “a clash with fashion” for yourself? 

Opposites attract in all fields, in fashion everything is permitted.

“Filipiniana” by Naomi Nagelkerken

1. Please introduce yourself to our readers. (Who are you, where do you come from and what is your field of specialization?) 

I’m Naomi Nagelkerken, I’m from Curaçao, but I moved to Holland to study. I’m a Fashion designer. 

2. Tell us a little bit about the concept behind your collection. 

My concept is inspired by the colorful Philippine Jeepneys. 

3. What does the name “Filipiniana” say about your collection. 

This collection shows many different aspects and elements of my own personal Philippine background. 

FASHIONCLASH Maastricht 2012 teaser

 Thanx to: http://www.jannekefilmt.nl/

Thanx to participants featured in the video: George Styler, Gomez Esser Design, Jose Francisco Ramos, Julia & Holle, Lenka Srsnova, Likeme(N) by Gertjan van der Linden, Lucia Cabanova, Mirte Engelhard & Nikki Giling, Marly van Lipzig, MARJOLIJN VANDEVEN, Naomi Nagelkerken, Omar Valladolid, Tata Christiane,  Zohra Murad, Evelyn Lebis, Ingrid van der Zalm, Keta Gutmane, Maite Catti, May Bernardi, Merel van Gils and Sara Vrugt.

FASHIONCLASH Maastricht 2012 SCHEDULE

Eef Middendorp gives life to ‘een klein wonder…’

1. Please introduce yourself to our readers (Who are you, where do you come from and what is your field of specialization?) 
My name is Eef Middendorp and my label is called “de l’eefstijl”. I was born, raised and still happy in Eindhoven. 
Eindhoven is not really the most fashionable environment you can think of, but I believe in the ability of creating every little piece out of yourself. The risks of (unconscious) imitation are also not lurking here. Creating new and beautiful things in every kind of way feels like my mission here on earth. I like new experiences, concepts, shapes, images, stories and ways of doing business. Fashion is for me, but making a difference for humanity in this interesting world is the biggest challenge.

Kaspar Hamacher presents “Out of one piece”

1. Please introduce yourself to our readers. (Who are you, where do you come from and what is your field of specialization?) 

Atelier Kaspar Hamacher Langestahl 5 Eupen Belgium. Designer, between art and craftsmanship. 

By taking nature as my basis, is focused resolutely on physical rather than conceptual design. I feels more as a craftsman than a designer. The things I can do with wood appeal to the imagination: whether it is a tree stumper or a piece of leather, the key is authenticity in every step of my design process. 

2. What inspires you as a designer/artist? 

Simplicity, Nature, Function.
“The difference between the purely natural and the technologically produced can be clearly felt. There are things that cannot be copied such as the warmth of wood, the smell and touch of leather or the individuality; all that cannot be imitated.” 

FASHIONCLASH Market #2

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FASHIONCLASH Market #2 8, 9 & 10 June 2012

In connection with the international fashion event ‘FASHIONCLASH Maastricht 2012’ the extraordinary FASHIONCLASH Market is going to have its 2nd edition.

FASHIONCLASH Maastricht 2012 is an interdisciplinary fashion event where more than 100 promising talents from 20 countries will come together to present their creations.
 Therefore FASHIONCLASH also wanted to provide a platform where visitors can purchase individual items themselves. FASHIONCLASH Market offers visitors the chance to browse around and discover unique clothing, accessories and design of young designers.

Special feature: Performance of Juliette Bogers and Cynthia Jordens „Cut Away The Time Will Tell“. With dancers Martha Kosieradzka, Isa de Wispelaere, Angela Heranda and Tini Zimmermann.
 Friday at 02:00 Saturday at 02:00 pm and 04:00 pm Sunday 02:00 pm

FASHIONCLASH Market #2
-  8 June 10:30 am – 05:00 pm
-  9 June 10:00 am – 05:00 pm
- 10 June 01:00 pm – 05:00 pm

 *FREE Entrance
 *PAYMENT: CASH ONLY

Location
Cenre Céramique Avenue Céramique 50 / Maastricht www.centreceramique.nl

Hao-Ni Tsai presents “Hybrids”

1. Please introduce yourself to our readers. (Who are you, where do you come from and what is your field of specialization?) 
I am Hao-Ni Tsai from Taiwan, Taipei. I am a creator in both the design and art field. In 2011 I graduated in MA textile futures (Central Saint Martins).
I am based in London, UK and I’m starting to set up my own brand “NI HAO BY yuer ” this year.

fORS - 2 visions brought together

1. Please introduce yourself to our readers. (Who are you, where do you come from and what is your field of specialization?) 

We are Patricia Neubauer and Bettina Keller, two german fashion designers. We have been working together for a few years now in Amsterdam under the name fORS. 

2. Please walk us through the concept of your work. 

The label’s creative base is founded in our two visions. Together we create fashion collections which embrace our differences and similarities resulting in conceptual garments that are both abstract and wearable. Friction between symmetry and asymmetry, bold uneven cuts and contrasts are the starting points for our designs. An essential and unique aspect of our garments is the adaptability of almost every piece. We aim to be ageless and timeless but with an extravagant sex appeal. 

Introducing “AKKADIAN” by Daniela Barros

1. Please introduce yourself to our readers. (Who are you, where do you come from and what is your field of specialization?) 

My name is Daniela Barros, I´m Portuguese and I live in Oporto, Portugal. I attended the Oporto Fashion School where I specialized in fashion design. 

2. Tell us a little bit about the concept behind your collection. 

My collection was build based on the way of construction. Each piece has geometry and symmetry elements and is build as a sculpture. 

I look at my work as art.