A recent New York Times article and accompanying Q&A highlight the work of Jil Sander and her current collaboration with Uniqlo, a Japanese chain with a focus on affordable clothing and known for their rather successful collaborations with some serious fashion stars. It also touches on what it is that makes her so GOOD at what she does, and how she keeps her creative vision clear and energized.
“I don’t feel my age — I am so active , very playful and also very childish,” she says. “The most important thing is to work on the spirit, to feel like a feather — lighter and lighter.”
A worthwhile read about an incredibly intelligent designer with a few smart things to say.
In April, Ms. Sander signed up with Uniqlo for another three years — which will bring her to age 70.
“I don’t feel my age — I am so active , very playful and also very childish,” she says. “The most important thing is to work on the spirit, to feel like a feather — lighter and lighter.”
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