Meet Ksenia Kams - A Combination of Colors and Details
As a graduate of the Kiev Institute of Construction and Architecture, designer Ksenia Kams pays the utmost attention to lines and silhouettes. She is at the forefront of the “slow fashion” trend, with local production taking place in St. Petersburg, Russia under the direction of a single master tailor. Utilizing the very best Italian fabrics, Ksenia desires to bring inspiration and joy to women with looks that are feminine and vintage-inspired, yet have a modern edge. Her style transcends trends, resulting in wear-forever classics with a Russian twist.
What's your name?
Hello everyone! My name is Ksenia.
Where are you from?
I from Kyiv, Ukraine, but now I live in St. Petersburg, Russia.
Describe your signature design style in five words.
I think my signature design style is a combination of colors and details.
What's your biggest source of inspiration?
Architecture, music, arts, and nature.
Are you a romantic person?
Sometimes.
Do you prioritize aesthetics or functionality?
I prefer both. I believe that functional things can be very pretty.
Did you undergo a formal design education?
No, but I graduated as an architect.
Do you work better alone or on a team?
Usually I work with my team, but sometimes when I sketch I prefer to work on my own.
If you could travel anywhere tomorrow, where would you go?
Bali.
What is your favorite film?
Interstellar.
What is your favorite thing to do outside of fashion?
Decorating my home.
What is your favorite food?
I love Asian food.
What's your favorite month or season?
It’s summer. July, in particular.
If you could collaborate with anyone in the world on a new collection, who would it be?
Pixar Studios.
What’s the first thing you do when you wake up?
I drink a glass of water with a slice of lemon.
What is one thing you can’t live without?
Without love.
If you could have any superpower, what would it be?
I would love to freeze time.
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