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Is Elena Velez the First ‘Post-Woke’ Designer?

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 1372 implied HN points • 16 Feb 24
🪞 Fashion & Beauty Fashion & Design Fashion Industry Fashion Trends
  1. Elena Velez challenges traditional fashion norms and embraces controversy to redefine her brand.
  2. She draws inspiration from her unconventional upbringing and aims to cater to a new clientele.
  3. Velez prioritizes authenticity and dissent over conforming to industry standards, attracting attention and success through her rebellious approach.

№.10 Site of Departure, Part Three

AFFALÉ • 1 HN point • 30 Aug 23
🪑 Design Website Design Logo Design Typography User Experience Fashion & Design
  1. The design and implementation of an e-commerce site is crucial for creating a unique online shopping experience.
  2. Customization, personalization, and high-touch interactions can elevate the fashion shopping experience for customers.
  3. Incorporating creative elements like unique logos and visual identities can add depth and character to a brand's online presence.
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№.8 Site of Departure, Part One

AFFALÉ • 1 HN point • 23 Aug 23
🪞 Fashion & Beauty Fashion & Design Personal Branding Fashion History
  1. The debut collection from AFFALÉ features a blend of elaborate fashion designs and unique storytelling elements.
  2. The brand draws inspiration from historical figures in the fashion industry and uses their personas to create a unique brand identity.
  3. Products like Duffel bags, Silk Scarfs, and Calligrammes are central to the collection, each offering a glimpse into the rich history and artistic approach of AFFALÉ.

№.2 Determinative Nominism

AFFALÉ • 2 HN points • 15 Feb 23
🪞 Fashion & Beauty Luxury Fashion Surrealism Fashion & Design
  1. Nominative determinism is a concept where a person's name is thought to influence their career, but it may not always hold true.
  2. Brand designers play a crucial role in creating meaning and identity for businesses through logos and branding strategies.
  3. Launching a new brand requires a compelling narrative to captivate audiences and create a lasting impression beyond just the products.