FIRST: Conversation with Charles and Ron

How would you define fashion?

Fashion is a very important part of our life but in general fashion should be fun, a form of self expression and not taken too seriously.

 

What did Anna Wintour's recent compliment mean to you? Why? 

We were privileged to be part of the Commonwealth Fashion Exchange and attended the launch of the exhibition at Buckingham Palace. Seeing your design inside Buckingham Palace is quite surreal and to make it even more special, Vogue's Hamish Bowles and Anna Wintour complimented us on our gown. This is a great satisfaction and in the fashion world you can't get any more important praise then Anna Wintour's praise!

 

Maltese elements have a strong presence in your brand. Why are they an inspiration for you?

Malta has always been of enormous inspiration to our work, and throughout the years we have always enjoyed designing from a Mediterranean point of view. For us it's important to incorporate certain aspects of culture, architecture and tradition and show them in a different and unexpected way. From the beginning we always incorporated these references as they define us as a brand, and it's important to embrace and appreciate your heritage. 

 

What does 2018 look like for you?

2018 has started off in a very busy and exciting way, we have shown our latest collection during Fashion week in NY and LA and in between there was the launch of the Commonwealth Fashion Exchange in London. In the coming months we will open a new shop in Malta and in summer we are invited to show our collection in Gibraltar and Romania. 

What is the best piece of advice someone has ever given you?

Do your own thing and don't follow others.

 

What piece of advice would you give aspiring fashion designers?

The same advice we were given: Do your own thing and don't try to follow in someone else's footsteps. And secondly: work, work, work. 

 

How do you want women to feel when they are wearing your clothes?

In the past year we've had the pleasure to dress many international celebrities and this is very satisfying for a designer, however we take pride in designing for all kinds of women. The Charles & Ron woman does love statement pieces with a feminine silhouette and is never afraid of standing out in a crowd.

 

When you are not working, how do you unwind?

This is very rare, but we both love spending time in Gozo and this is the only place where we truly relax.

 

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