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    An interview with the Garment about their SS25 runway show and collection

    Written by Ulrika Lindqvist

    The . Garment showed their ss25 collection in the courtyard of Thorvaldsens Museum, the garments complementing the colors of the painted walls. Before the show, we talked to creative director  Charlotte Eskildsen about her inspirations and challenges with the collection and runway show. 

    Ulrika Lindqvist: Please tell us about the process in creating the ss25 runway show?

    Charlotte Eskildsen: Creating a runway show starts with developing a concept and mood boards to visualize the theme. The I create sketches, prototypes, and final garments. Selecting the venue is very emotional and for me the biggest task. Assembling my team is also very close to my heart, it involves casting models, stylists, and music and lighting planners.

    UL: How did you choose the location for the runway show?

    CE: I wanted a space that was inspired by art. Thorvaldsens Museum, the first contemporary art museum in Denmark. Founded by Bertel Thorvaldsen, the first international art student from Copenhagen appointed by the art academy at the age of eleven, the museum symbolizes a long-standing tradition of artistic excellence. After studying in Rome, Thorvaldsen returned to Copenhagen to create this iconic institution, which continues to inspire art students from around the world. Today, these students gather in the museum's courtyard to draw and be inspired, much like the guests at our upcoming show.

    UL: What does the SS25 collection represent and what was the main inspiration for his collection?

    CE: The . Garment Spring Summer 25 is inspired by the craft of Thorvaldsens Museum. The sculptures symbolizes the laces and langeri fabrics sourced from flea markets in France, where my second home is in a Medival City close to the sea, adding a touch of history and romance to each garment.

    UL: What was the biggest challenge creating your ss25 collection?

    CE: Sourcing the materieals. 

    UL: How would you describe the The . Garment customer?

    CE: They are empowered women, who value both style and substance. The women has a desire to make a meaningful impact on the world. They are drawn to The . Garment for its fusion of Scandinavian minimalism and timeless design. 

    UL: What can we expect from The . Garment in the future?

    CE: We do have a special thing planned. But its too early to tell ….

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    An interview with Lovechild 1979 about their SS25 runway show and collection

    Written by Ulrika Lindqvist

    On the second day of CPHFW  bohemian brand Lovechild 1979 debuted their SS25 collection. The models walked the runway wearing leather, sheer drapes and knits in a breezy but structured fashion. Before the show, Odalisque talked to Hanne Yoo Andersen, design manager,  about the collection and the preparations for the show. 

    Ulrika Lindqvist: Please tell us about the process in creating the SS25 runway show?

    Hanne Yoo Andersen: We wanted to somehow portray the narrative of “going to work” and “going home from work” and how our attire shifts and merges with the notion of being at/off work. The Lovechild 1979 SS25 show is located in Amaliehaven in the heart of Copenhagen. It has been important for us that the show location and choice of music should be seen as an extension of the concept of how we portray our different identities in our daily life.

    UL: How did you choose the location for the runway show?

    HYA:For us, the location and setting are a perfect example of showcasing that transition. We work very closely with the creative studio Alpine, which has been in charge of the creative direction for the show. Amaliehaven is right next to their office and was newly restored. It somehow seemed like an obvious opportunity to utilize an open green space that still had an urban feel to it.

    UL: What does the SS25 collection represent and what was the main inspiration for this collection?

    HYA:We have been aiming to give our take on “contemporary workwear” and how we see the workwear uniform being integrated into the wardrobe. In that context, we have been inspired by the post-minimal artist Eva Hesse and her take on everyday objects. She had a background in textile design before becoming an artist, which is very much present in a wide range of her artworks that have served as a great inspiration in developing our SS25 collection.We always focus on tactility rather than decoration, and in that sense, Hesse’s work served as great inspiration.

    UL: What was the biggest challenge in creating your SS25 collection?

    HYA: We continuously strive to work more sustainably, which always is a challenge, if not the biggest challenge in the overall industry. Nonetheless, it is a welcoming challenge that needs to be addressed and, for us, is an ongoing process.

    UL: How would you describe the Lovechild 1979 customer?

    HYA: The SS25 collection beautifully showcases our definition of the Lovechild 1979 customer, where sophistication meets practicality.

    UL: What can we expect from Lovechild 1979 in the future?

    HYA: The Lovechild 1979 brand will continue to reinterpret the quintessence of a woman's wardrobe by infusing vitality into classic dressing. We have, through the past seasons, been highlighting our take on Scandinavian minimalism, which is the foundation of the Lovechild 1979 DNA. Furthermore, fabric tactility and the duality between the traditional ideas of masculinity and femininity are interesting aspects that we will continue to evolve and explore.

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    Alectra Rothschild/Masculina Discusses the Inspirations Behind Their SS25 Runway Show and Collection

    Written by Ulrika Lindqvist

    On the first day of Copenhagen fashion week ss25 tailor turned designer Alectra Rothschild showed her new collection for Alectra Rothschild/Masculina.  We asked her about her process, challenges and the future of Masculina. 

    Ulrika Lindqvist: Please tell us about the process in creating the ss25 runway show?

    Alectra Rothschild: The process has been intense! My first instinct right after showing the the REBIRTH carry at FW24 was that i wanted to models to be lifted up. To be on a sort of pedistal to make a quite literal societal powershift as the the majority cast are trans and otherwise at the margins of society so i want everyone at the show to look up at Them - where we truly deserve to be.

    UL: How did you chose the location for the runway show?

    AR: Me and inter.agcy had a hard time finding a location this time as I wanted the show to be open to all this time. MASCULINA is for everyone 

    UL: What does the SS25 collection represent and what was the main inspiration for his collection?

    AR: The collection is called “You are wasted here, you are a star” which speaks to the position of trans people in our society. You are wasted in this world because we are not appreciated for all that we are. WE ARE STARS. 

    For the collection ive been inspired by the intimacy that we queer people share in private Spaces. So its referencing the 20’s boudoir for getting ready. To sit at the vanity table and putting on ur makeup with you friends before going out, its the space after getting Home from a night out too. So there are ropes, nightgowns and hoodies. Its a very romantic collection that has remnants from the club.

    UL: What was the biggest challenge creating your ss25 collection?

    AR: TIME.

    UL: How would you describe the Alectra Rothschild / Masculina customer?

    AR: They are definently not afraid of being themselves. They appreciate glamour and getting dressed up.

    UL: What can we expect from Alectra Rothschild / Masculina in the future?

    AR: More p*ssy.

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