RODRIGO OTAZU
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With LOVE FROM OTAZUAlways straight from the heart Rodrigo Otazu designs by pure instinct and straight from the heart. He displays a glittering talent; Otazu can turn his hand and eye to a wide range of style items and the finished result always carries the distinctive signature of a designer who has an intensely personal touch and a fiercely creative vision. ‘I am self-taught and have a very personal style, for me design is about a feeling inside me, a sensation you want to share’. His work encompasses myriad influences from architecture, music, travel, fashion and the arts, thus creating an essential vital energy from where Rodrigo clearly draws his passions and inspiration to craft highly original creations of stunning style.
A long-life dream came true The smallest discovery can spark Rodrigo’s unique creativity; the pearl necklaces he had crafted on his travels caught the eye of a fashion editor from Australian Vogue and this proved be the launch pad for his illustrious career and was the realisation of a life-long dream. Since then, after settling in Amsterdam, he has dedicated his life to pursuing his passion for design, going on to become a household name in his adopted homeland. Initially Otazu concentrated on building his success with prêt-a-porter ranges of the most deluxe costume jewellery, with the addition of silver collections and unique one-off diamond pieces; he soon began to discover other avenues for his imagination to explore. His work symbolises his passion for life and his all consuming desire to enhance the natural beauty of men and women. Starting with ground breaking couture collections of clothing and jewellery that are firmly in the world of fantasy, Otazu’s vision is now translated into the most collectible and desirable ranges of dazzling yet elegant accessories from jewellery, hand-bags and shoes as well as dramatic furniture for the Otazu full look. ‘I provide something different. For example my couture pieces, they are an emotional statement.’ Otazu sets his own agenda, show-casing his collections in unique locations with the most spectacular concepts revealed by leading internationally renowned models such as Lily Cole and Erin O’Connor. Inspired by natural style and beauty Otazu has an enviable lifestyle, travelling the World and finding inspiration in the unexpected. With a natural understanding of the woman he enjoys dressing, Otazu reflects and enhances their natural style and personality, from the drama and elegance of chic Parisian women, the classic style of the American girl, to edgy and experimental London girls and the sexy allure of the Italian beauty, he creates innovative and imaginative jewellery and accessories that transcend trends and become timeless pieces to cherish. ‘Sexuality is the most important element in my work, it is all about chemistry. Fashion is about being seductive and elegant and this follows through into my work.’ Sparkling collaborations Otazu also greatly enjoys the collaborative process, revelling in the challenge of adding another dimension to an established designers’ collection as seen in his sought after work for Christian Lacroix, or by embellishing something as pedestrian as a Vespa Scooter or Nissan Car and turning it into something spectacular. Otazu designed amazing fashion accessory for the collections of Clements Ribeiro, Ungaro, Jean-Paul Gaultier and Viktor & Rolf to great success. The statement that his work makes has led to costumes for some of the World’s leading music artists from Kylie Minogue, for whom he created a special diamond piece in association with the House of Gassan, to Aretha Franklin, Britney Spears, Destiny’s Child, Kelis as well as Lauren Hill. Exploring the world Otazu is a global brand with the help of the stylish and distinctive women who are always looking for the next astonishing design collection and spreading the word. Otazu is now available in more than 15 countries counting 300 sales outlets, among which include key cities around the World from London to Paris, Amsterdam to Dubai and from Moscow to Milan. These are powerful designs for powerful women who enjoy their beauty and how wearing Otazu draws everyone’s attention to it. All designs are personally created by Otazu with the highest possible degree of attention and hand-made in his own production unit in Bali.  ALEXANDER MCQUEENAlexander McQueen was born in London on March 17th 1969, the youngest of six children.  ZUHAIR MURAD SUBLIME ARTWORKFIRST STUDIED FASHION DESIGN IN BEIRUT & THEN WENT TO PARIS WHERE HE GOT HIS DEGREE FROM THE CHAMBRE SYNDICALE – PARIS, IN 1993. By Farouk CHEKOUFI  Romano Ricci, “THE CITIZEN KING” of perfumes.A young creator with a prestigious name, Romano Ricci had the chance to be initiated at a young age into the secrets of perfumery by his grandfather  RAMDANE TOUHAMI King of Creation1992: Ramdane is still at college when he creates the “Teuchiland” Tee-shirt, using the Timberland logotype.  A BEAUTY PROGRAMME INSPIRED BY THE VERY SPECIAL PERSONALITY OF LISA SIMONThe name written in beautiful crimson letters crowned by a flower  John Allan, an empathetic and visionary creator.Pioneer of the « grooming attitude » for the American man.  The dynamic world of PACO RABANNEOn the 18th February 1934, in San Sebastian, a town in the Spanish Basque region, a child was born who was to lead a highly eventful life.  Donatella Versace So coutureBlond hair, tanned complexion, sublime evening dresses, passionate and rich. Everything here seems perfect. But more than just an icon, Donatella Versace remains a very mysterious and complex woman.  CHRISTA……La NEO Parisienne……After being established in Cape Town for some time, LA COMTESSE settled in Paris...  NATHALIE COLIN ROBLIQUE « Couture cristalline »“I feel that it is particularly important that the trademark’s versatility gives different groups of consumers an opportunity... " |
