From embracing the pregnant form to making feminist statements, see how these designers are defying norms with their unconventional creations
Authenticity, artistry and accessibility—this winning combination is key to making an impact in womenswear. Oftentimes, women designers are able to more readily tap into their own personal experiences to successfully execute all three factors in their fashion collections, from conception and storytelling to construction and sales.
On International Women’s Day, Tatler highlights five female designers who have been making waves by capturing the full female experience and celebrating women and womanhood in their work.
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1. Dimitra Petsa
The Greek designer’s eponymous label Di Petsa has always been fascinated with the correlation between water and women as vital life forces. From the very beginning, her "wet" dresses were created for women of every size, including pregnant women. Her most recent fall/winter 2023 collection, which debuted at London Fashion Week, saw this unique, ethereal concept elevated as Petsa experiments with new fabrics.
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