Last year, I interviewed Luke Azzopardi right before his first solo show, at that time around Malta’s fashion scene, there was a buzz of excitement with everyone wondering what exactly he was going to show. He didn’t disappoint and the show was a huge success. Over the last year Luke has met several other accomplishments including producing a bridal collection In collaboration with Camilleri Paris Mode Ltd. Once again we met up with Luke right before his show to get a taste and little sneak peek of what’s to come. In his own words.
A year has passed since we last met – what has changed?
Nothing much. I’m still single, still loving the occasional tequila shot. Having said that, I am juggling more projects than I can count but I absolutely love it. We might have something very big coming up our way but i can’t say anything for now. Our fingers are crossed. What i can say is myself and Andrea (his brand manager) are working very very hard to make this brand big.
What is the inspiration behind your latest collection and can we get an exclusive sneak peek?
Conflict and power are celebrated in Ricochet. My Autumn/Winter 2014-2015 collection captures the female body in states of transition and evolution and vents out equal measures of light and darkness. The traditional structures of feminine garments are reworked into acute shapes and explosive silhouettes.
Describe your collection in 5 words
Conflict, Power, Transition, Evolution, Warrior.
Do you feel that the woman who wears your clothes should have a particular characteristic / feature ?
“I feel that the LUKEAZZOPARDI woman is a warrior who stands triumphant, enveloped in armour. “
I’m mainly interested in people and their stories, and my clothes add on to that to create a new narrative – one that might be semi-fictitious.
Are you excited / nervous for the upcoming show?
To be quite honest Caroline, I am quite relaxed.
“I’m confident of what I’m presenting and that the final product will complement my frame of mind.”
Can you give us an exclusive sneak peek?
As a designer, what is your general, daily routine?
As a designer, what is your general, daily routine?
I sleep for at least 10 hours a day. When I’m not working on an upcoming collection, I am reading for a BA in History of Art at the University of Malta. I also have a number theatrical projects lined up periodically.
What do you personally enjoy wearing most?
My hats.
Describe yourself in 5 words
Ambitious, Determined, an Aesthete, Gozitan, Well-Travelled.
Any other exciting plans?
“I am the kind of person who likes to live life day by day. So I guess we’ll have to see what new projects lie in wait, tomorrow.”
Past Collection :
Comments
Chlamys Attard
For being a rookie, this person looks like being a bit full of himself already.Mentioning he already got a brand manager, sleeps at least 10hrs a day, and being quite relaxed before his show, when not even the most experienced designers are, gives the impression that he pretends to be a Diva. Hope I am wrong for his own sake, but after seeing last year's collection, which in my opinion was totally "inspired" ( to be polite ) by D&G of some 2/3 years ago, doesn't give me that much hope. My personal message to this young lad is " Try to be more down to earth ! "
cparis
Thanks for your comment and feedback Chlamys – I don't know Luke personally so I can't answer this for you 🙂 but I'm sure time will tell as always
AlisonDee
I do not get 'full of himself' from this interview. I do get confidence though and let's face it, if you do not have confidence in your own work then nobody will !
cparis
thanks Alison 🙂 yes Luke is definitely confident in his work ..a lot of artists lack confidence are sometimes riddled with self doubt so that might be why Luke's confidence is somewhat surprising