by Mira Musank | Sep 7, 2012 | SF Bay Area Scenes
Let’s say you are a designer or a design enthusiast. Have you ever thought of a product design based on its “fitness”? Better yet, have you ever thought about how to design products using only 80% of the materials that you have? (No, this is not a...
by Mira Musank | Sep 5, 2012 | People, SF Bay Area Scenes
Having been to several San Francisco Bay Area fashion shows several times, it is clear that fashion show production is not all about glitz and glamour. The backstage teams that deals with chaos of designers, models, stylists, Hair and Make-Up Artists, and more are the ones that can make or break the show. And in my eyes, one of the best production teams here is led by Ava Byrd of ByrdSong Productions.
by Mira Musank | Sep 1, 2012 | J-Pop Summit Festival, Personal
This post is a reflection that summarizes all the different things we experienced over the August 25 – 26 weekend. The J-Pop Summit Festival 2012 felt lighter, cheerful than last year’s grounded atmosphere. However, it was clear that last year’s...
by Mira Musank | Aug 31, 2012 | J-Pop Summit Festival
I have to say, this year’s Baby The Stars Shine Bright lolita fashion contest picked up right where it left off last year. Seriously, my initial doubt about this year’s contestants quality (just because last year’s were really amazing) was instantly obliterated.
by Mira Musank | Aug 31, 2012 | J-Pop Summit Festival, People
Chatting with Japanese actor and comedian Rome Kanda at J-Pop Summit Festival 2012 was one of those random opportunities that I can’t help feeling truly blessed and humbled. I was passing through in front of New People building trying to get something to eat in...
by Mira Musank | Aug 29, 2012 | J-Pop Summit Festival
h. Naoto’s fashion show at J-Pop Summit Festival last year remains one of my most favorite fashion shows of all time. On its sophomore year, h. Naoto brought out two of its many brands, GRAMM and FRILL. It’s clear that love and admiration for all things h....
by Mira Musank | Aug 29, 2012 | J-Pop Summit Festival
There’s a new Japanese fashion brand in town! Warm welcome to Liz Lisa, a Shibuya fashion brand that made its debut at J-Pop Summit Festival 2012. This increasingly popular fashion brand started small in 1999, but it quickly reinvent itself in 2000 with the...