Clout Connect launches 'Espérance' Fall/Winter 2019

Our Correspondent

“Clout Connect” has launched 'Espérance' Fall/Winter 2019 on December 14 last at de Oriental Grand, Kohima.

24 models walked the ramp for the creation of eight designers- which includes; Rakholu Rose Puro, Japuno Zinyii, Kedorovino Punyii, Atsi Yhoshii, Neisavonuo Riipreo, Aso Tsiirho, Nutso Kire and Rokozono Nagi,

Theja Sekhose was choreographer and show director with Aleno Keditsu & Christina Jemu as make-up artist, Kilangyala Longkumer as hairstylist and Shahilo Kent of Rinyu Studio as official photographer.

'Espérance' Fall/Winter 2019 aims to open platform for designers to animate an idea, as models highlight their creativity, and the audience embrace the personality of each artist in the grand gallery of fashion.

The event is dedicated to celebrate an assemblage of the young creative minds possessing a drive and passion to create a variance of art forms seeking catharsis through careful craftsmanship.

Clout Connect is a Start Up based in Kohima. It was formed with the primary goals of working with leading local personalities and brands in the northeast to help them achieve their business objectives through social media advertisement, marketing and live events.

A Kohima based advertising agency Clout Connect hope to create a platform where young artists can showcase their art, whether be it a design manifesting in the mind of a creator or a concept waiting to be exhibited.

Clout Connect aim to provide a platform for artists to showcase their products and services on the main stage, and through its innovative marketing ideas complimenting the show.
 

Meet the designers

Atsi Yhoshii

"RENUEVO" meaning "RENEWAL" being the theme of her collection, Atsi has taken the idea of autumn leaves as her inspiration. Fallen autumn leaves, family of green and Brown in particular are the colours that her collection will feature. Her collection is a message to celebrate life and to enjoy the happy and fleeting moments. And more importantly, even when life seems to ebb away like fallen autumn leaves, one must look forward to new life just like how new leaves eventually grows back.
 

Rokozono Nagi

Nagi's Collection theme for ESPERANCE Fall/Winter fashion show is "SHIZEN" which means "Nature" or "NATURAL" in Japanese. Following the theme, the accessories collection will display a blend of natural colours like green, sky blue, brown, white and other soft pastel shades which are inspired by the beauty of nature and abounds with affluence of colours from delicate blues of sky and the seas, aiming to bring peace and comfort with positive vibes; the earthy brown hues that represents love for nature and tradition, the calm greens of forest and hills representing peace and harmony, the freshness of nature and appreciation of life. A hint of traditional touch is also incorporated in her designs. SHIZEN will be an ode to appreciate nature and will bear aesthetic to the eye.
 

Rakholii Rose Puro

Her collection ís themed "NOOR" which is derived from the Arabic word meaning "LOVE" and "HAPPINESS".

Puro's fall/winter collection is inspired from the Arabic fashion and the frosty festive mood that makes it more vibrant and colourful. The Hijab and Turban represents ones lDENTITY, CHOICE and Uniqueness She says "One must maintain a little bit of Summer vibe even in the middle of winter. Make it a December to Remember.

 
Aso Tsiirho and Nutso Kire

Their collection theme is "Once Upon A Time". Embellished with a Disney inspired style, their collection takes one back to the whimsy and happy childhood days. The magic of Disney is something that most of us remembers and perhaps, still love. Their collections bring a little bit of Disney magic to the evening through their collections. The message they bring to the runway is a reminder to keep that inner child in us alive no matter who or what we become.
 

Japuno Zinyii and Kedorovino Punyii

Their collection theme "POSH MODE" meaning classy and elegant fashion is inspired by the Parisian fashion era of the 50's ann 60's. The collection reflects the glanmour and sophisticated simplicity of the early fashion renassance period. It features both women's and men's wear with fashion forward statement and modern silhouettes alongside sombre colours. Their collection includes dresses as well as flowy and graceful silhouettes enhanced with tulle and lace, and short of full length coats "POSH MODE".
 

Neisavonuo Riipreo

Her collection themed "AVES PARADISUM" is inspired from a PARADISE RIGLEBIRD. Plenty of birds have black feathers but when it comes to stunningly dark plumage, Riipreo says none of them compares to the Birds of paradise.

Riipreo is using the colour black as black is a colour rich in symbolism. The colour black has a remarkable tendency to be distinctive without overshadowing the wearer, in a sense amplifying the wearer. It works with every skin tone and body type, above all never goes out of style.