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Fancy Farah
Olivia Wilde, in "Rinah" by Farah Angsana, arrives at the
14th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards on
January 28, 2008, in Los Angeles, California.
14th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards on
January 28, 2008, in Los Angeles, California.
The undisputed belle of the ball was Teri Hatcher at the
Vienna Opera Ball in Vienna, Austria wearing "Reena" by
Farah Angsana.
Vienna Opera Ball in Vienna, Austria wearing "Reena" by
Farah Angsana.
Carrie Underwood looked stunning at the 'Idol Gives Back'
taping, wearing an iridescent ball gown "Sarah" by
Farah Angsana.
taping, wearing an iridescent ball gown "Sarah" by
Farah Angsana.
Since the launch of her Collection in Paris in 2000, Farah
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Looking back on your career as a designer, what was your
greatest moment thus far? To what trends or fashion boundaries
do you look forward in the coming years?
The moment I was accepted to show my collection in Paris during
fashion week, as well as when my first major department store,
Harrods (London), confirmed my orders. Next, I will be looking
forward to launching my Bridal collection as well as having my own
stores.
Designing a label typically involves many people and is a
collaborative effort. Who are your behind-the-scenes stars?
I have to give credit to my seamstresses who know the importance
of true couture, as well as to my press office and stylists who take
my designs off the runway and help bring them to the everyday
women.
greatest moment thus far? To what trends or fashion boundaries
do you look forward in the coming years?
The moment I was accepted to show my collection in Paris during
fashion week, as well as when my first major department store,
Harrods (London), confirmed my orders. Next, I will be looking
forward to launching my Bridal collection as well as having my own
stores.
Designing a label typically involves many people and is a
collaborative effort. Who are your behind-the-scenes stars?
I have to give credit to my seamstresses who know the importance
of true couture, as well as to my press office and stylists who take
my designs off the runway and help bring them to the everyday
women.
Personal style is a constant evolution, e.g. one that can change
with the movement of pop culture, music and media. Have any of
the above influenced your design process, and if so how?
with the movement of pop culture, music and media. Have any of
the above influenced your design process, and if so how?
When I was a teenager, I used to flip through fashion magazines; designers like Valentino, Emmanuel Ungaro,
Thierry Mugler and Azzedine Alaia caught my attention. But the one person who most inspired me to be a fashion
designer is the Great Valentino. His elegance, exquisite embroideries and beading to details, colors, styles such as
long and lean dresses and his fine hand-made draperies. After studying fashion in London, I came to understand
the draping technique of Madame Grés. From there, I learned and developed my own personal style.
Thierry Mugler and Azzedine Alaia caught my attention. But the one person who most inspired me to be a fashion
designer is the Great Valentino. His elegance, exquisite embroideries and beading to details, colors, styles such as
long and lean dresses and his fine hand-made draperies. After studying fashion in London, I came to understand
the draping technique of Madame Grés. From there, I learned and developed my own personal style.
What defines fabulous fashion for the Farah Angsana
woman?
She has to be confident, intelligent, tough yet feminine and
elegant, self assurant enough to get attention without fear of
embracing her sensuality. She has great composure and is
well mannered. I hate when women look scruffy, wet and
weighed-down hair.
You recently showed your Fall ‘08 collection at Mercedes
Benz Fashion Week Los Angeles. What pieces from your Fall
collection do you think women will want at the top of their Fall
wish list?
1. The Black lace with 4 layers of Red silk chiffon flowing dress.
2. Long pleated emerald green silk chiffon Changeant dress. 3.
Below knee red silk chiffon in draped and ruffles dress. 4. A
draped cut back in silk satin chiffon with beaded belt.
woman?
She has to be confident, intelligent, tough yet feminine and
elegant, self assurant enough to get attention without fear of
embracing her sensuality. She has great composure and is
well mannered. I hate when women look scruffy, wet and
weighed-down hair.
You recently showed your Fall ‘08 collection at Mercedes
Benz Fashion Week Los Angeles. What pieces from your Fall
collection do you think women will want at the top of their Fall
wish list?
1. The Black lace with 4 layers of Red silk chiffon flowing dress.
2. Long pleated emerald green silk chiffon Changeant dress. 3.
Below knee red silk chiffon in draped and ruffles dress. 4. A
draped cut back in silk satin chiffon with beaded belt.
If you could pick any destination in the world
for a summer holiday, where would you go?
What key attributes do you look for in a
destination when planning your own getaway?
Bali, Sardinia (Italy) and at the yacht in the
South of France to embark a journey in the
middle of a deep blue Mediterranean sea with
my friends and my husband. Peace, quiet, relax
and enjoying the nature during the day.
What was or will be your biggest splurge for
the summer season?
My biggest splurge this summer season will be
having my new Atelier - workshop in Zurich
(Switzerland). To have more employees and
launching my Bridal and Resort collection.
When traveling, what are your must-have
carry-on items?
My huge cashmere shawls, I-touch, cell phone,
laptop and my Hermes purse.
What is your signature fragrance and why?
The Scent of Peace by Bond no. 9 and Rose
Ikebana by Hermes. It calms me and makes
me feel good. Maybe one day, I will have my
own line of perfume. Who knows?
What is your home design style, and what
does your favorite room look like?
It is a mix between East and West, modern with
an ethnic touch. My favorite room is my kitchen
since I love cooking; it is bright, white, spacious
and clean. Of course lots of foods in there.
Any other fun facts you can give our readers
about either yourself or your line?
Every since I was a little, I knew that I wanted to
be in fashion. I have lived around the
world, from being raised in Singapore and Los
Angeles, studying in London to currently
residing in Zurich. I gain inspiration from all
that is around me giving my collections a
combination between fantasy and reality that
make women truly look beautiful.
for a summer holiday, where would you go?
What key attributes do you look for in a
destination when planning your own getaway?
Bali, Sardinia (Italy) and at the yacht in the
South of France to embark a journey in the
middle of a deep blue Mediterranean sea with
my friends and my husband. Peace, quiet, relax
and enjoying the nature during the day.
What was or will be your biggest splurge for
the summer season?
My biggest splurge this summer season will be
having my new Atelier - workshop in Zurich
(Switzerland). To have more employees and
launching my Bridal and Resort collection.
When traveling, what are your must-have
carry-on items?
My huge cashmere shawls, I-touch, cell phone,
laptop and my Hermes purse.
What is your signature fragrance and why?
The Scent of Peace by Bond no. 9 and Rose
Ikebana by Hermes. It calms me and makes
me feel good. Maybe one day, I will have my
own line of perfume. Who knows?
What is your home design style, and what
does your favorite room look like?
It is a mix between East and West, modern with
an ethnic touch. My favorite room is my kitchen
since I love cooking; it is bright, white, spacious
and clean. Of course lots of foods in there.
Any other fun facts you can give our readers
about either yourself or your line?
Every since I was a little, I knew that I wanted to
be in fashion. I have lived around the
world, from being raised in Singapore and Los
Angeles, studying in London to currently
residing in Zurich. I gain inspiration from all
that is around me giving my collections a
combination between fantasy and reality that
make women truly look beautiful.
What essential item do you have in your closet for
Spring/Summer?
Several pairs of Roger Vivier shoes; from platforms with rose’s
torn heels to his sandals, it all goes perfectly with my new
resort collection.
Bikini or one piece swimsuit?
Usually bikini. Since this past year, I gained weight, so it might
be appropriate to have 1 piece swimsuit at my side.
Spring/Summer?
Several pairs of Roger Vivier shoes; from platforms with rose’s
torn heels to his sandals, it all goes perfectly with my new
resort collection.
Bikini or one piece swimsuit?
Usually bikini. Since this past year, I gained weight, so it might
be appropriate to have 1 piece swimsuit at my side.
Fashion Q&A
Fabulous Fall
Farah Looks
Fabulous Fall
Farah Looks
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Angsana has become an international inspiration of design. Her
fanciful and whimsical approach to couture is changing the world of
fashion, as evident in her rapid and successful expansion into
menswear, ready-to-wear and couture. It will not be long until you
see her creativity extend into bridal and fragrance. Angsana is used
to breaking boundaries, being the first and only Indonesian born
designer to have ever presented a couture collection in Paris.
When asked what personal attributes are accredited to sustaining
a high-end designer line Angsana gushed, she mentions
"dedication, passion, courage, tenacity, strength, knowledge and
constant traveling for inspiration."
Fashion Q&A was able to get a little chat time with the Zurich-based
jet-setter to dish about Italy, bikini's and the fabulous Farah woman.
fanciful and whimsical approach to couture is changing the world of
fashion, as evident in her rapid and successful expansion into
menswear, ready-to-wear and couture. It will not be long until you
see her creativity extend into bridal and fragrance. Angsana is used
to breaking boundaries, being the first and only Indonesian born
designer to have ever presented a couture collection in Paris.
When asked what personal attributes are accredited to sustaining
a high-end designer line Angsana gushed, she mentions
"dedication, passion, courage, tenacity, strength, knowledge and
constant traveling for inspiration."
Fashion Q&A was able to get a little chat time with the Zurich-based
jet-setter to dish about Italy, bikini's and the fabulous Farah woman.