Confusion, and anticipation reeked the room full of scantly clad models, designers finishing final touches on their creations, and multiple careless thrown articles of clothing thrown amongst the room. It leaves a feeling of urgency and yet excitement that leads to final judgment at the end of the hallway that never seems to end for the judging of Art Wear 2009 fashion students at UNT. Maneuvering through the massive crowd left me with better luck of winning gain age in a camp out awaiting for that massive sale for that Marc Jacobs clutch I dreamed about. Letting reality set back in, I dodge a pair a black pumps and set on to my ultimate mission of destiny. When I reached the 5"2" frame of the fashion swavy Summer Douglas, that was embarked on a near complete nervous wreck, I couldn't help, but smile. Summer had indeed arrived and there is not sight of the season in this remark. Fashion designer Summer Douglas. The 23 year old designer recently debuted her collection, simply entitled
Remmus, inspired from her very own name.( designer's name spelled backwards.) The textured inspired maven was given much
applause for her chic and experimental fashion sense that could leave any audience captivated by her majestic knowledge of the needle and thread. A triple threat of classic executed design and art. The designer spilled some her future plans, inspirations, and style must haves.
Growing up who inspired you as a child to pursue a career in fashion design? Why?My Grandfather. He never had the chance to fulfill his own dream and now that he can still be hear on this earth to see me fulfill not only his dream but my dream to.
What was your inspiration for this spring collection?Modern Hollywood.
What are your favorite design elements of design that you love so much about your creativity? Favorites would be Silhouette and Texture, because I can take this two elements and use my creativity to design a fabulous garment.
Who are your favorite designers of today?My number one is Diane Von Furstenberg, Michael Kors, Dolce&Gabbana, and New comer Christian Siriano (Project Runway).
In today's time, its important to save money but chic is the absolute must. What is your favorite chicest but yet cheapest style to wear?My favorite and "CHEAPEST" lol I would have to say 70's Bohemian Style.
Who is your daily woman that you design for?A young woman in her early 20's-30's just starting out in her career has a very classic style,but yet has another side to her like after 5:00( Beyonce- Sasha Fierce).
What are your three must haves as far as fashion?Nice Cocktail Dress, Designer pair of Black heels, and Designer Handbag.
The day of the art wear judging was pretty crucial for you, you could feel the pressure in the air, was it still an exhilarating experience?Yes! It was very nerve wrecking.
What are your plans in the next year?While I'm working on a new fashion show also I'm in the process of opening my boutique and put up another website I already have one with UNT (artunt.digication.com/SD07) SO GO CHECK IT OUT!
What is the name of your collection and why?"Remmus" which is my name spelled backwards. My clothing is apart of me no it is me and that's something I would like to bring and share with the world.
Your collection is daring, but has a sense of simplicity in terms of feminity. Do you feel that you step outside the boundaries of southern fashion in your designs?Yes! My style is me and I'm NO where near southern style. I'm always looking for things that are different, sexy, classic and not a southern style so I try to bring that same style to my designs.
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