Twenty years after its founding, Imitation of Christ returns with a mission to affect change.
. IOC’s wider circle includes an extended group of friends between 17 and 19 who are all stuck at home during the pandemic. The pieces were made using vintage and thrift sourced by Subkoff as well as pieces pulled from the dark depths of the kids’ closets; meetings were virtual or held outside observing social distancing guidelines.
The collection, accessorized with IOC masks, included gender fluid separates for men and women. In keeping with brand tradition, many of the pieces featured slogans, some “upcycled” and reused as they remain relevant now, says Subkoff, including the statement “The more you consume the less you live.” Written out over the yellow felt letters spelling “U.S. Immigration SVC” on the finale’s tiered lace were were two words: “Fuck ICE.
Subkoff wants IOC 2.0 to serve as a platform for young, conscious creators. “I have been talking to them about just creating what you can, how you can. A lot of artists that I respect always said to me that sometimes when you have less materials, less access, and you’re only able to do a few things, that’s when you can be the most creative. I kept saying, ‘Let’s just make what we can in our own backyards.’” That’s another way, really, of saying all change starts with oneself.
Short-lived as the performance was—it was shut down, tout suite, by the police—it was captured on film by Jessica Craig-Martin, and featured inmagazine. “It was a real moment in time,” says Subkoff. “I remember John Galliano on the news saying, ‘? Why me? Why did you do this to me?’ I actually love John and it had nothing to do with him; it was just an opportunity to use what was there.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
A Protest Fashion Show Under the Hollywood SignImitation of Christ returns with three teens at the helm.
Read more »
Bully Shares Video for New Single 'Every Tradition'.Bully shares video for new single, 'Every Tradition,' taken from their forthcoming album 'SUGAREGG':
Read more »
6 things to check when resurrecting your bike for riding in the time of coronavirusA few simple steps get your bicycle roadworthy for socially-distanced exercise, commuting and fun
Read more »
Jacquemus to Stage Physical Fashion ShowThe designer known for his oversize sun hats and clingy dresses has made his summer fashion show an annual tradition.
Read more »
The 2009 Emmy Awards Experiment That Reshaped Award ShowsThe EmmyAwards bucked 60 years of tradition when they announced the nominees for the 61st Primetime Emmy Awards on July 16, 2009.
Read more »