It is no surprise Ashanti is an up-and-coming Chicago fashion designer. Her sophisticated urban aesthetic will serve her well in the industry. She is wearing a striped top, cream oxford shoes, and denim shorts over swirly black tights. Ashanti also cleverly tied a silk scarf to her handbag to add a bright pop of color.
Randall is a designer at Michelle Tan in Bucktown. He’s also an incredibly nice guy. Yesterday I walked out of his boutique with a really unique dress by Ming. Be sure to check back to see it the next “Editor’s Style” post. Randall was gracious enough to allow me to photograph him even though he said “I’m not all dressed up.” I think he looks fabulously cool! I’m all about featuring realistic street style, not just the extremes.
Amy: I just have one question – what’s it like as a designer to go between really glamorous work to something more minimalist like what you did for Meryl Streep?
Chris: You know, actually it’s kind of funny. People have been asking me that, like “how did I do the stuff – that I do like my wild costume designs and stuff like I did for tonight’s show, and stuff like, more sleek like Meryl Streep’s dress?” I guess you have different gears, and know who you’re designing for, and what they want, what they need, and listen. And, you know, I guess I just can do both, I don’t know.
Amy: That’s a great response. Thank you.
Chris: Thanks.
