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DAFES — международная цифровая площадка программа для обмена опытом и поощрения творческих достижений в дизайне, искусстве, моде, образовании и бизнесе.
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Weekend Recommendation: Book "Grace — A Memoir"

Grace Coddington, the flame-haired visionary and former creative director of Vogue US, shaped some of the most unforgettable fashion images of the last decades. Known for her dramatic, narrative-driven photoshoots, she became an icon of imagination and discipline in the fashion world.

Her memoir, Grace, is witty, candid, and richly illustrated with vintage photographs and her own line drawings. It offers a behind-the-scenes look at the designers, models, and photographers she worked with — from Jerry Hall’s to... King Charles III.

If you loved The September Issue, where Grace stole the spotlight with her no-nonsense approach and brilliant eye, this book will let you dive deeper into the stories and creative energy that made her legendary.

If you are a Fashion stylist like Grace Coddington, don’t miss your chance — apply for the current DAFES Open Call before October 12!

#WeekendRecommendation
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Girl with a Pearl Earring headphone cover
CASETiFY has turned Johannes Vermeer’s timeless painting into wearable art. The Girl with a Pearl Earring headphone cover transforms its users into the famous muse from the Dutch Golden Age.

The accessory wraps around the earcup, imitating the blue-and-yellow headscarf, while a delicate pearl pendant hangs exactly where Vermeer’s girl would have worn her earring. The accessory seamlessly merges fashion, technology, and art into a single collectible piece.

This design illustrates how classical heritage can inspire modern product innovation—blurring the lines between art and design.

Are you a fashion designer?
Apply for DAFES AWARDS 2025 in the Fashion Design nomination.
No entry fee, no age or nationality limits.
Deadline: October 12.

#InnovativeDesign #DAFESAwards
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Where To Find Design Inspiration?
We’ve gathered 4 platforms offering thoughtful, well-curated references — from typography to web design. Each brings a unique professional perspective and can become a valuable compass in your creative growth:
1. Deziiign.com
2. The Glitch Gallery
3. Brutalist Websites
4. Awwwards

Save this list, and subscribe for more inspiration!

Working with digital products? Apply your projects to the DAFES AWARDS in nominations: Product Design, Web Design, Artificial Intelligence, Mobile App, CX (Customer Experience), Interface Design, and Creative Programming!

#DAFESInspo
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Masters of the Medium: Lotta Volkova

Lotta Volkova (b. 1984) is one of the most influential stylists in contemporary fashion. After graduating from Central Saint Martins, her career took off super fast. She styled for Vetements, Balenciaga, Jean Paul Gaultier, and today, she is the creative force behind Miu Miu.

Her collaboration with Miuccia Prada began in 2021 and quickly shaped a new era for the brand. In 2022, she delivered a viral sensation: the chopped-down chino miniskirt that became the emblem of Miu Miu’s revival, later named Dress of the Year.

Her styling balances irony, provocation, and cultural sharpness. Her rare instinct for fashion and contemporary culture has already made Miu Miu’s sales soar by 97% in 2024!

If you're passionate about Fashion Design, Photography, or Styling, don’t miss your chance — participate in DAFES AWARDS! Deadline: October 12.

#DAFESLearning
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DAFES CHOICE | July 2025
Andrey Trishechkin — “Freezing” (III place winner)

This tabletop role-playing game immerses players in a frozen world of 2102, where the remnants of humanity roam the globe. The atmosphere is heavy with paranoia about alien threats, making survival a challenge both physically and psychologically.

At the core of the gameplay lies a dynamic axis system, with each axis representing a defining character trait: energy, control, decision-making, and stability. This mechanic creates unpredictable, deeply human narratives where trust, fear, and resilience intertwine in a world on the edge of extinction.

P.S. Specialists working in Game Development & Game Visuals spheres are warmly invited to submit their projects for the DAFES AWARDS! Deadline: October 12.

#DAFESChoice #DAFESTalents
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Weekend Recommendation: Amphibian Man (1961)

This Soviet romantic fantasy, directed by Vladimir Chebotaryov and Gennady Kazansky, is based on Alexander Belyaev’s sci-fi novel. While its storyline may feel naive today, the film is unforgettable for its outstanding cinematography, art direction, and costume design.

Quentin Tarantino once praised it, saying: “The cinematography is so good you could watch it in color, black-and-white, or sepia—it’s breathtaking either way. The underwater scenes are pure poetry. Even with modest cameras, the images are magical. Anastasiya Vertinskaya looks like an angel, and the actors somehow managed to capture true romance under the water. I will remember Vertinskaya in this role for the rest of my life.”

For Tarantino, who first saw the film as a child on American TV, Amphibian Man became a defining romantic sci-fi memory. A perfect weekend watch for those who love visual storytelling at its most lyrical!

#WeekendRecommendation
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Art You Can Drink
At Expo 2025 in Osaka (Japan), Suntory unveiled Lidris — a robot that turns drinks into canvases. Instead of printing on the surface, Lidris injects inks directly into liquids, creating floating 3D illustrations in real-time.
The compact device, similar in size to a coffee machine, uses precise nozzles and a specially formulated beverage base to preserve the drawings for over an hour, even if the glass is moved. The pigments used to create the designs are 100% natural.

A futuristic blend of art and technology!

#InnovativeDesign
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