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Anna Sui & John Fluevog: A Fashion Collaboration
Fashion designers Anna Sui and John Fluevog discuss their long-lasting collaboration, the 90s fashion revival, and maintaining creative independence.
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- Do you remember how you two met?
- Anna Sui and John Fluevog first met through a mutual friend around 1992. Their collaboration began with hand-carved wooden clogs for Sui's fashion show, followed by the iconic Munster heel.
- The nineties were a definitive moment for both of you.
- The 90s resurgence is due to a longing for authenticity and a reaction against the manufactured and corporate nature of modern fashion and social media. The decade represented a shift towards alternative styles in fashion, music, and film.
- There’s always been a real sense of playfulness and joy to your work.
- The playful and joyful aspects of their work stem from their genuine love for design and a commitment to their individual styles. Even after decades, both creators still find immense excitement in the creative process.
- You may not be chasing trends but you’ve certainly courted the interest of Gen Z.
- Gen Z's interest in Sui and Fluevog's work is rooted in the authenticity and realness of their designs, a stark contrast to the manufactured feel of much modern fashion. Their work embodies a romanticized view of the 90s' alternative culture.
- How have you both been able to maintain such distinct creative visions in a sea of sameness?
- Both Sui and Fluevog maintained their distinct creative visions by remaining independent and avoiding corporate buyouts. This allowed them the freedom to pursue their unique styles without conforming to external pressures.