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As New York Fashion Week kicks off, excitement is building for both well-established brands and rising stars. Among the new designers making their debut is Patricio Campillo, a self-taught talent from Mexico who will showcase his men's line at the Public Hotel on Saturday. Campillo's designs are inspired by Mexico's natural landscapes, particularly the volcanoes, and how they shape the environment.
Campillo's journey into the fashion world has been a challenging one. Without a prominent Mexican designer to pave the way, he has had to navigate his career largely on his own. Despite these difficulties, Campillo has gained attention for his unique designs, which draw from personal history. His brand's patterns are based on a suit given to his father by his grandfather, which was later passed down to Campillo himself. This connection to family heritage is central to his work.
Campillo's NYFW debut is generating buzz, with fashion insiders predicting that it could be a game-changing moment for the designer. Asia Milia Ware, a fashion and beauty writer for New York Magazine's The Cut, highlighted the importance of visibility at such events, noting that exposure to the right audience could lead to opportunities with major retailers or media features that can propel a designer's career to new heights.
With approximately 60 designers on the official NYFW calendar and many more presenting off-calendar, this season promises to be dynamic and full of innovation. Anticipation is especially high for shows by legacy brands like Alaia and Off-White, which are typically seen in Paris but have chosen New York as their stage this year. Bold reds and power shoulders are expected to be key trends this season, as designers continue to push the boundaries of fashion.
