The laureates of the 2015 Mediterranean Fashion Prize…

10 laureates from Spain, France, Israel, Lebanon, Malta, Morocco, Portugal, Tunisia and Turkey.

The international jury of the Mediterranean Fashion Prize (MFP) 2015 edition, New York, Miami, London and Paris has selected 10 new laureates from Spain, France, Israel, Lebanon, Malta, Morocco, Portugal, Tunisia and Turkey.
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Since 2010, this competition highlights the creative Mediterranean with two objectives:
- Helping to young brands recognized to access a recognition and an international market
- Supporting emerging talent in the different development process of the company
An intensive training program will take place from May 20th to 23rd in Marseille at Villa Mediterranee, master class, meetings with experts, buyers and international media. The 10 laureates will exhibit their collections, and they will begin their training with experts from June to December, 2015.
Focus on  their profiles …

ALI DRISSI

Ali Drissi Kaitouni

• Country: Morocco
• Ali Drissi est une marque de vêtement de luxe qui se retrouve à l’intersection entre le retro et le contemporain. Le choix des coupes et des matières mêlent souvent des formes géométriques et maitrisées avec des drapés et des volumes vaporeux. 

Vu la fascination du créateur pour la peinture et l’art contemporain, chacune de ses collections est d’abord inspirés d’une palette de couleurs spécifique qu’il décline ensuite sur ces modèles comme un peintre le ferai sur ses toiles. 

La marque se veut également le porte-drapeau des métiers d’art de la mode marocaine, ancrés dans le contemporain et loin des clichés qu’on leur attribue. 

ATELIER BARTAVELLE

Alexia TRONEL et Caroline PERDRIX

Country: France

ATELIER BARTAVELLE est un vestiaire composé de « pièces de dessus ». Gilets sans manches, vestes, perfectos, trenchs et manteaux sont déclinés dans des matières nobles et une large gamme de couleurs au fil des saisons. C’est un vestiaire minimaliste qui évolue constamment et articule une recherche sur la répétition et l’inédit : comment décliner et adapter une collection innovante sans bouleverser les formes, les codes et l’univers défini ? Chaque saison, ATELIER BARTAVELLE s’inspire de ses collaborations avec des créatifs et des artisans.

DAVID CATALÀN

David Catalàn

Country: Spain

The brand whas developed based cornerstores like on inovative design, innovative production techniques and a youthful culture, where he finds his inspiration. His designs stand out due to the simplicity of the shapes, the attention to the detail, the perfect finishing of the pieces and the treatment of the textiles.

MADEMOISELLE HECY

Hend GASMI & Cyrine FAILLON

Country: Tunisia

Mademoiselle Hecy est une marque de prêt à porter féminin en pièces uniques. Notre marque est l'aboutissement de l'idée de deux créatrices Hend et Cyrine qui réunissent leurs idées pour en faire un seul produit. Le dressing Mademoiselle Hecy est divisé en trois catégories: la prêt à porter casual, le prêt à porter chic, et l'evening dresses. Mademoislle Hecy assure le service personnalisé à chaque cliente par un système de retouche sur mesure et par la garantie de l'exclusivité du vêtement en terme de pièce unique.

BASHAQUES

Cankeş Başak

Country: Turkey

Each year, creator of Bashaques', Basak Cankes collaborates with at 2 artists from different disciplines and adopts their artworks to the outfits as a wearable art. These adaptations include both structures and patterns.

CABECEO

Aurélie et Andrea INTROZZI

Country: France

Cabeceo est la première marque française de chaussures haut de gamme pour homme et pour femme qui s'inspire des modèles historiques du tango argentin.

Cabeceo est né de l'imagination d'un couple franco italien, Aurélie et Andrea, amoureux de la danse et de l'élégance.

Les chaussures Cabeceo s’adressent à tous les amoureux de la mode et des belles matières mais aussi, danse oblige, à ceux qui rêvent de confort.! Mis au point avec l’aide de professionnels de la danse, ces bijoux de pied ont le maintien, la légèreté et la souplesse d’une chaussure de danse.

Notre atelier situé à Milan est spécialisé dans la chaussure de danse depuis plus de 15 ans et dans la chaussure de luxe depuis 1970.

RULA GALAYINI

Roula GHALAYINI

Country: Lebanon

Inspired accessories with a real life edge.

Rula Galayini is a reflection of the woman who wears it: strong, edgy, and sensual; a power-bag and a contemporary statement piece. Her collections are designed for the everyday, yet tailored for the surprises that one never expects. With its playful metal work, buttery leathers, streamlined geometric designs and contrasting colors, her bags are as distinct and remarkable as the women who carry them.

Rula’s beginnings stem from her native Lebanon, where she unearthed and redefined the country’s artisanal roots, using the signature oriental and arabesque latticework that adorns the surface of historical structures.  She draws inspiration from Lebanon’s bounty of natural wonders and rich millennia-old artistic heritage that has aroused the creativity and genius of prominent artists across the centuries.

HuffPost Fashion decreed the Rula Galayini signature Cuff Collection as the ‘it’ bag  of Paris Fashion Week 2014, while Vogue UK celebrated Rula as one of the top 100 designers to look out for in the coming year. You can also spot Rula’s minimalist and modern accessories on the red carpet, being rocked far and wide by the likes of Rocsi Diaz, Carmen Lillyand Jo Whiley. They have also stolen the show on the hit teen TV series The Carrie Diaries.

Responding to a demand for authenticity and a lasting story that resonates with women of all ages, Rula has built an internationally acclaimed brand that caters to the woman who wants to set her own standards and to express herself wholly without compromising on taste, and more importantly, on herself.

The Rula Galayini brand architecture is classified into 4 lines.

The Cuff Collection
Hybrids of handbags and jewelery that challenge the conventional way clutches are worn.

The ARTiculate Collection
Inspired by art and architecture, these are bold statement pieces with a strong sculptural element.

The Chrysalis Collection
Pieces under this collection are inspired by change and interactivity. A harmonious marriage of both form and function, the designs allow for variations in colour and function to be made within one single design.

The Poupee Collection
This is where it all started. To tell the story of the modern Arab women. Designs in this collection are characterised by the concealing and revealing of vibrant colours and material layering.

CHARLES & RON

Ronald VAN MAARSCHALKERWEERD

Country: Malta

Charles & Ron is a contemporary lifestyle brand, high end wearable clothing and bags with a distinct Mediterranean flair and a dedication to superior quality. Maltese culture is an integral part of the Charles & Ron design ethic and the brand’s vision is to inspire its clients to be part of the instantly recognizable Charles & Ron Mediterranean lifestyle.

SAY MY NAME

Catarina AMELIA MIGUEIS DA SILVA SEQUEIRA

Country: Portugal

The Portuguese brand was created by Catarina Sequeira, fashion designer with a degree on Gudi Fashion school since 1995; Began her career with Lady Soul and Homecore, both French brands, as creative assistant and production manager until 1999, after which she worked 10 years with Portuguese designer Luis Buchinho as his creative assistant ,production and distribution manager.

She also worked as stylist for Luis Buchinho fashion shows in organizations such as Portugal Fashion and ModaLisboa (Portuguese fashion shows).

2002 started a mini collection for ModaLisboa store- LAB design – for young designers.
But it was in 2007 that she launched SAYMYNAME with seasonal collections for the global market. 

2009 participates in Margin London trade show|February, and Prêt-a-Porter/Shibuya trade show|September.

2011 begins Asian and Middle East Representation through showroom and press office Runway Workshop Company. 

Participates in Rendez-Vous FEMME trade show-Paris| October.

Participates for the first time at Lisbon Fashion week|ModaLisboa 37º edition with her spring/summer 2012 fashion show, participating on every edition since that. 

2013 start working with the South Korean, Taiwan and Indonesian market, having her clothes frequently published in the Asian media.

STELLA ET LORI

Zohar BLANK KAMA & Vered Blank GRIZIM

Country: Israel

Our creation – hand made leather products and unique clothing, reflects our deep passion for quality, style, and aesthetics. We are two Israeli sisters from Tel Aviv, who decided to take a mutual journey into the world of creativity and design.

Our business is named after our grandmothers, Stella and Lori. They were both strong women who grew up in Europe and immigrated to Israel; they taught us to embrace diversity and appreciate the uniqueness and individuality of each person. Because of them, we believe that natural beauty isn’t perfect. This idea is embedded in our creation process and reflected in the styles we create and the natural materials we work with. Every wrinkle and “imperfection” adds to the item’s personality, just as it does with people.