Interview with Samy Gicherman Couture Designer and President of "Fashion Koncept"

1. Tell us a little about "Fashion Koncept" and how you came up with this fantastic idea?

- Fashion Koncept group is a super exclusive, unique concept, where contemporary fashion designers and independent labels can go and strengthen their brand presence in the fashion world. Located in the heart of the historic district MIMO in Miami, "FK" offers fashion services for designers. It is also an important place where designers have a variety of services available in order to achieve their success in the development and marketing of their collections.

Services Offered at Fashion Koncept are:

-Boutique
-Show Room
-Patterns and Samples
-Brand Development
-Events
-Public Relations
-Photography and Video
-Fashion Show

Each designer may combine the services according to their needs. "FK" also offers a Boutique Room, Label Room, Sample Room and a Dot graphic design laboratory Room.

2. Tell us about the recent photoshoot you had at "Fashion Koncept"?


- The photoshoot we just had at "FK" was for my recently launched line "Pajaro de Fuego". I just launched that line and it's my first under the brand "SAMY GI". It is an amazing collection inspired by the 80's and very retro.



3. You worked with an international team of artists for this shoot. Tell us about them?

- To obtain the amazing look I wanted for this collection, I worked with an amazing team of experts that all happened to be my good friends. We had photographer COCO Alarcon, Make up artist Angela Fischer, and the accessories were provided by designer Lorena Prado. We also had great models and a lot of press and media present at the day of the shoot.

4. Tell us about your new collection "Pajaro de Fuego"?


- This collection is a ready to wear line under the brand SAMY GI. The designs are very sophisticated yet simple with a retro inspired look. The prices are affordable. It's a beautiful collection that shows my creativity and love for my country of Venezuela.

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5. What other projects are you currently working on?


- I am currently developing photoshoots and other projects for the designers and brands that are already in "Fashion Koncept". I am also getting ready to show my beautiful collection at various Fashion Weeks that I have been invited to such as DILA, Ecuador Fashion Week, Nicaragua Fashion Week and the Dominicana Moda (Fashion Week), and Houston Fashion Week.

Samy Gicherman | President
Fashion Koncept Group Co.
7101 Biscayne Blvd | Miami, FL 33138
samy@fashionkoncept.com | www.fashionkoncept.com

BTS: Modeling on CNN for Couture Designer Samy Gicherman

Here are a few behind the scenes photos of the looks I modeled on NotiMujer for CNN Today. The host of the segment was my beautiful friend Silvana Camargo. Be sure to stay tuned for the segment airing next week on CNN en Español. xoxo

 

Fittings for Samy Gicherman CNN Segment!

Here's a sneak peek from my fitting Today with designer Samy Gicherman. These are a few pieces I will be modeling for Samy on CNN en Español!

Interview: 5 Questions with Couture Designer Samy Gicherman

 

Maytee: At what point in your life did you dream of being a designer?

Samy: By the age of 17, I had experience in the world of creativity and aesthetics. I had taken a series of courses that lead me to be very creative and do costume wardrobe for the theatrical world. Moreover, I was the best and only designer specializing in hats, accessories and unique pieces in my country of origin Venezuela.



Maytee: What inspires your designs?

Samy: I would say studying history of costume designs for theater, and my interactions with ballet lead me to develope knowledge of how people dress in every age and what their style is according to the year.

That is the inspiration I get every time I create a collection. I  mentally review the differences between centuries and distinguish details.



Maytee: Tell us about your recent collection showcased at "MBIFW"?

Samy: My recent collection showcased at Miami International Fashion Week "En La Estacion del Tren" is dominated by inspiration of the 20's. The 20's was notorious and highly influenced by theatrical aesthetics. I have used those aesthetic elements along with my dedication and skills to make each garment a bit more modern.

I utilized materials such as gazar, chiffon, silk organza combined brilliantly with beaded lace and embroidery creations thus achieving a subtle look for the collection. It is feminine and glamorous with fusion of theatre and impact of colors.



Maytee: What advice do you have for anyone who wants to be a fashion designer?

Samy: My recommendation for aspiring designers is to try to begin working with Atelier's because they will learn and see things that they didn't learn at school. I also recommend working first with a few designers that are already established that way you know the pros and cons before launching your own clothing line or opening your own boutique.



Maytee: How can people view your work and contact you?

Samy:  www.SamyGicherman.net contact number (305) -476-8755

                                                                                                           

Maytee's Featured Image on Runway Passport!

 

I am very happy to have seen one of my images from "Miami Beach International Fashion Week" on Runway Passport!


Special thanks to my friend Stephen Fess (Miami RP Editor) and Diego Jeanty (Miami RP Photographer) for this.

 

 

Modeling for Samy Gicherman at Miami Beach International Fashion Week

Modeling for Samy Gicherman at Miami Beach International Fashion Week 2011 -

Here are a few more images backstage getting ready for designer Samy Gicherman's showcase at Miami Beach International Fashion Week 2011.

Fittings for MBIFW 2011

                  

Here are a few images of when I got fitted for designer Samy Gicherman at MBIFW. It's always a pleasure working with Samy and his team, They are amazing!!!

Inside Samy Gicherman's Private Showing

Here are a few images/videos I took last night at Samy's showing held at Ascaso Gallery in Wynwood Miami, FL. His collection "En La Estacion Del Tren" is a complete elegance. It was an honor for me to be there supporting Samy and my close model friends.

MBIFW - Day 4

Last night was simply amazing! It was the last night of MBIFW and it couldn't have been better. I had such a great time with my girls. Check out the images below of our great night. More pics coming SOON, Stay tuned!

Backstage shot

We Love Samy!

 

Me, Alberto (Samy Gicherman assistant), and Maytee

 Colombian designer, Alberto (Samy Gicherman assistant), Maytee and Swimwear designer Lorena Prado

Valentina Patruno and Maytee

Make-up Artist Angela Fisher, Emilio, Model Odette and Maytee

Me, Make-up Artist Angela Fisher, Ileana Garcia, Model Odette and Friend.

With Antonio Corral from Marrocan Oil, main sponsor of the Miami Beach International Fashion Week 2011.

He's Great!

Designer Art of Shade... They won the Miami Fashion Week Designers of 2011 Award!!!!

 

Me and the girls with Designer Art of Shade and their Model Chelsea!

 

 

Designer Cesar Rosario, Odette and Maytee

Take 2 - Posing for Press

 

Angela, Samy, Odette and Maytee

 

Miami Beach International Fashion Week 2011

 

 

Here are a few more photos from Samy Gicherman's showcase at Miami Beach International Fashion Week 2011. Thank you to the following photographers for these images: Daniel Sommer, Tomas Loewy, Alisa Rauner, BM-Photographers Yobe, 305 Media Group, Humberto Vidal and of course I can not forget my friend Samantha Skye. Love you all!!!