Saying goodbye to Fall/Winter and getting ready for the Spring/Summer season, Zoran Dobric has released some of his new collection from the S/S 2011 line. Playing again with textile prints on his garments, the creativity shines once again in this collection. Each piece is made with 100% silk body and lining and comes with a removable ribbon belt.

You can now purchase some items from the new collection, here.

Marble Dress (Zoran Dobric)

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Continuing on our series of interviews, designer Zoran Dobric gives us some insights to his designs and inspirations:

Lace Print Dress (Zoran Dobric)

Q: Who is your intended audience?

Zoran Dobric: Individualistic, art inspired, and personal.

Q: How and why did you get into the fashion business?

ZD: It's about the frame of mind, not so much about the customers’ age and occupation. People that like my work are usually intellectual, non-conformist, artistic and creative individuals that have a distinct sense of personal style. 

Q: Who or what is your design inspiration?  

ZD: My grandma was a seamstress, so I naturally picked up love for fashion and art from her.

Q: What material do you prefer to work with? 

ZD: Different types of silks as well as natural fabrics such as cotton, silk and wool.

Q: Do you have a favorite design/collection from your work?

ZD: It's always the one I am currently working on.

Q: Who are your favorite designers?

ZD: Probably a mix of Dries Van Noten, Comme des Garçons, Yohji Yamamoto and Rick Owens.

Q: What do you think about the Canadian fashion scene / industry? 

ZD: We have many talented designers in Canada, but overall there should be more support for the business and PR side of their business.

Q: What do you think is the next big trend to lookout for?

ZD: Ethical manufacturing and environmentally conscious fashion I would hope... 

Q: What is your number one style tip(s) or advice? 

ZD: Individuality and personal style is the formula for an interesting and attractive look. Fashion dies, but style is forever.

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To view and purchase some of Zoran's pieces on Ukamaku, click here.

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Zoran Dobric's collection of print dresses offers exclusive art inspired pieces that are timeless and versatile. This Maximilian Dress, digitally printed on silk, is one of a few dresses in his collection available on Ukamaku.

You can purchase this dress here, which is currently on sale, along with all other dresses in this collection.

Maximilian Dress (Zoran Dobric)

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The last few days of fashion week have been wonderful for independent Canadian designers. The team at Magnet Creative along with The Drake Hotel set up a fantastic and intimate fashion show. The spotlight fell on two of our amazing designers in Carrie Hayes (debuting her S/S 2011 collection, The Paddock) and Caitlin Power, showcasing their S/S 2011 collection. It was an amazing and successful night for them, and us.

Image courtesy of the-paddock.ca

If you thought fashion was over at the Drake, we held an exciting Sample Sale the following morning. Featuring items on sale from a slew of our designers, who were also present during this event. Thanks to Paris Li, Nella Bella, Caitlin Power, Carrie Hayes, and Zoran Dobric for providing us with their amazing designs.

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