New York Fashion Week F/W 2010: Koi Suwannagate
by Anna Yu
Feb 19, 2010 8:18 AM PST
What do a Thai-born cashmere connoisseur and a San Francisco based shoe designer have in common? Koi Suwannagate and Martha Davis were both featured as Stylehive's Next Big Thing, and their paths crossed in the Koi Suwannagate presentation during New York Fashion Week where all the models wore shoes by Martha Davis. Koi is best known for her work with cashmere and appliques. Her fall 2010 collection certainly did not disappoint. The collection was inspired by the Japanese kimono which was evident in the knots and drapes seen in her garments. A standout look was a cap sleeve cashmere sweater in black, cranberry, and chocolate gathered in a knot at the waist and paired with slim black trousers. Another favorite look of mine was a strapless dress with a bow-adorned black cashmere bodice and Tencel skirt. Accessories included chunky coral jewelry, knotted headbands and sculptural shoes. Take a look at my slideshow to see the looks!
Meet Koi Suwannagate, Stylehive's Next Big Thing!
by Anna Yu
Apr 9, 2009 8:22 AM PDT
Fashion designer Koi Suwannagate first came to my attention when she collaborated with Phillip Lim for his Spring 2007 collection (remember those rosette dresses that were sold out everywhere?). Also in 2007, the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) and Vogue chose the designer as a finalist for the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund award. Born in Bangkok and now designing out of Los Angeles, Koi is known for her romantic designs and signature draped cashmere pieces. It's easy to see why Kirsten Dunst, Oprah Winfrey and Christina Ricci have all worn pieces by Koi! We got a chance to talk to Koi, amidst her busy schedule, about who her favorite designers are and what we can expect from her next! Read on to see the interview and check out the slideshow to see her favorite pieces from her Spring collection, as well as a few beautiful looks that you can purchase from her online store.
