Unfiltered Fabric: Where Fashion Meets Identity
For Brian, fashion transcends the seams and stitches—it is freedom personified. Freedom to tell stories, rewrite norms, and redefine identity on their own terms. This journey began at the age of 13, when their hands first guided fabric and thread into something entirely new. In that instant, fashion became more than craft; it became language, art, and a tool for transformation.
Emolsa: the Superpower of Both
Emolsa Haasacha is a New York City based Ugandan fashionista/stylist, artist and model. Born and bred in Uganda, a developing country at odds with gender fluidity and where gender expressions is considered an anomaly. A boiling desire to break free from all society’s stereotypes was the foundation for his quest to championing change and visibility in his community.
Redefining Fashion with Unapologetic Queer Joy and Activism
Frank Betancort es todo un estado de ánimo, un prisma deslumbrante de alegría queer y delicadeza de la moda, proveniente de las soleadas y animadas costas de Lanzarote en las Islas Canarias. Ha estado incendiando las pasarelas desde Milán/Paris hasta Zúrich y Ciudad de México, no solo con su impresionante apariencia sino también con una expresión valiente de su fluidez de género que es tan refrescante como la brisa del mar. Imagínatelo: un camaleón lingüístico, que habla cuatro idiomas con fluidez y que hace conexiones más profundas que la última puntada de un vestido de alta costura, al mismo tiempo que encarna la esencia de un alma antigua con un toque moderno.
Frank Betancort is an entire mood, a dazzling prism of queer joy and fashion finesse, hailing from the sunny, spirited shores of Lanzarote in the Canary Islands. They've been setting the runways ablaze from Milan/ Paris to Zurich to Mexico City, not just with their killer looks but with a fearless expression of their gender fluidity that’s as refreshing as a sea breeze. Picture them: a linguistic chameleon, fluent in four languages, making connections deeper than the last stitch on a haute couture gown, all while embodying the essence of an old soul with a modern twist.
HANABI The K
Hanabi is a standout figure in the Parisian arts scene, seamlessly blending dance, fashion, and music into a unique expression of creativity. Known for their voguing roots, Hanabi’s journey began with a photoshoot opportunity on La Croisette in Cannes. Despite initial rejections for being "too short" or "too different," their persistence paid off when they joined the House of Ladurée, where they honed their voguing skills and found their voice.
Yōten: Pioneering a New Era of Inclusive Beauty in Barcelona's Historic Heart
Nestled in Barcelona's historic Gothic Quarter, Yōten is not just a beauty atelier; it's a revolutionary space where history meets modern, inclusive beauty practices. Owned by two queer stylists, Yōten offers a safe, genderless environment with eco-friendly products.