“I always select destinations rich in flora and fauna to rebalance my soul” says Simona Finelli, Creative Director for “athluxury” label NO KA’OI, which combines high performance textiles and couture techniques. Travelling provides necessary inspiration in the form of cultures, people, habits and language for Finelli, Hawaii’s natural wonder and beauty holds a special place in her heart.
Finelli wouldn’t be the only designer who is inspired by seashore vacations - the idea behind the Next New brand Short Sentence’s Global Exclusive collection with Lane Crawford is about the feeling of an ocean-side holiday. As founder of Short Sentence, Lin Guan’s travel often inspires cool, contemporary fashions that can last all year round and “live beyond seasons and trends”. The Parson’s graduate, art-lover and ex-Vogue China intern, Lin follows a conscious ethos of versatile, timeless pieces, designed with good vibes and plenty of colour blocking. Lin goes on to explain that “getting to know new local cultures” provides a constant catalyst for creativity.
