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Agga B. Raya
JOHN HANCOCK CENTER
Background Raya moved to the U.S. in 2003 after attending the Polish University of Lodz. After spending some time styling photo shoots and runway shows for United Colors of Benetton, Levi’s and Arden B., she started her own production and design studio in town.
Structural challenge The skyscraper’s distinctive crisscross bracing stood out to Raya as she designed this long, dark metallic coat and reinterpreted the crisscross designs with distinctive flaps below the coat’s waist. Raya also incorporated the building’s shape into the coat by creating a narrow waist, then widening the garment near the bottom, mimicking the Hancock’s narrow top and wide, sturdy base.
Where to find her designs Inspired by architecture and geometry, Raya’s line, AGGA B., features clean, classic silhouettes. Using mostly stark colors like black and white, Raya’s tailored jackets and shirts have an edgy, yet sophisticated approach. Check out items from her collection at Gamma Player.
Reizend Couture
Mon, Apr 14, at 12:28am
Evil Kitty's is the BEST! Lydia is one of Chicago's most talented designers... and a friend of mine. Evil Kitty ROCKS!
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Sat, Apr 12, at 10:34am
Really?Is this what's going to represent the Chicago Fashion Scene?The only one I see really having a vision is Agga Raya.I really feel if Chicago wants to raise to the level of NY Fashion,we need to be more particular in who we choose to represent us.We need to go to the schools!There are so many young talented designers who we disregard because they're students,and b/c of it,they leave to NY/LA. Just b/c these people fit the Macy Incubator application guidelines, doesn't mean they're any good.
Isabelle
Sat, Apr 12, at 09:20am
Agga Raya's is by far the best. It's execuited the best, looks cool and fashiony, and really reflects the architecture.
Hazel Garnett
Thu, Apr 10, at 05:48pm
Love this concept. Very flattering with the flaps representing the tiers of the Hancock Center.
Hazel Garnett
Thu, Apr 10, at 05:38pm
Does not remind me of Mirina Towers at all. Material does not work and looks cheap. No imagination shown here.
Hazel Garnett
Thu, Apr 10, at 05:26pm
Very cute and flirty for the younger set. Excellent use of pins emulating the windows on the Library, but chiffon sleeves does not bring to mind the gargoyles on top, but nice touch.
Hazel Garnett
Thu, Apr 10, at 03:41pm
Very nice design but would not know that it was representative of Wrigley Field at all.
