Hi there, lovely readers! What would you ask a fashion designer if you had her in front of you? What makes a bag designer rethink the handbag as we know it?
Before we jump into the interview, let me take you back about twenty years. 🙂✨🎄
Picture this: I’m Christmas‑shopping, arms full of potential gifts, humming along to whatever festive tune the store was torturing us with. 😅🛍️🎶
I get to the counter, open my handbag… and voilà — my wallet has vanished. 😳🪄💸
Oh, what a delightful moment. Truly magical. Standing at the register with gifts I can’t pay for, smiling while internally screaming. 🙃🎁🔥
…Yes? No, obviously not delightful at all. 😐🚫🎄
Back then I paid almost everything in cash, so those gifts transformed from “joyful holiday surprises” into “well, this is awkward.” 😬💶🎁
Fast‑forward to today: you can tap your card everywhere, even to buy one single gingerbread cookie, but try touching my handbag now and I’ll spin around faster than a caffeinated elf. 😏💳🧝♂️
Once you’ve had a disappearing‑wallet moment, you develop a lifelong, theatrical handbag paranoia. 😖👜🎭
Maybe that’s why I’m so intrigued by people who rethink the things we carry every day — and today’s guest is definitely one of them. 🙂🧩✨
Nah, I won’t spill any of the tea just yet. That would be a waste of a great cup of tea. 😌🍵😉
Her story, her vision, and her approach… you will find out in the following interview. Let’s dive in. 😄📖🌟
Picture provided by Katya Komarova
What is your name, function and the company you work for?
My name is Katya Komarova, I’m the founder and the creative director of my namesake brand Katya Komarova
How old are you?
41
What kind of work do you do, or what are you studying to be?
I wear many hats in my business. I design, I model for our social media content, I look after our business development and oversee all the strategic moves.
What made you decide to become a Fashion Designer? Tell me about your journey.
I spent over a decade in the fashion industry as a model. It felt like a reasonable transition. But it still happened accidentally. While on a holiday in Thailand, I met a local artisan who taught me how to work with leather. I then refined my skills in Italy, Florence and launched my brand.
Is fashion important to you? Why?
It is. It has been such a big part of my life. I just love this industry. I am very creative and fashion gives me that platform to express myself.
Picture provided by Katya Komarova
What are your successes, and how did you achieve them?
The biggest success is the love from the customers from around the world. And, I guess, we achieved it by creating a good product and providing good service. Some of other highlights in my career include the awards and mentions in magazines like Vogue, ELLE, Harper’s Bazaar and other massive outlets.
What’s something you might want to do in the future?
I dream of going back to my modelling career. I miss the podium and hope to do it all over again one day.
Is the name of the Brand important to you when you buy clothing or jewelry?
Yes and no. There are some designers that I admire, like Miuccia Prada and it’s always a very special treat when I buy something from Prada or Miu Miu. But at the same time, I have some of my favourite items from smaller brands and even noname, and I still love them for how they look on me and how I feel while wearing them.
Describe your personal style of fashion?
It’s mostly classic and minimalist, but at times it can be provocative and eclectic, especially if I’m at a fashion week.
How did you find your personal style? Do you have a signature look?
My personal style is heavily influenced by my late grandmother. She used to take me to second hand stores and we used to put together outfits for me. I now use pinterest to keep a record of the outfit ideas that resonate with me and the clothes I own.
Picture provided by Katya Komarova
Do you have an influence on other people’s fashion style?
I hope I do. On my brand’s instagram account I regularly share some styling tips and ideas and I know our customers love it.
What are in your eyes the best trends at the moment?
lace, crochet, 90s
What are in your eyes the worst trends at the moment?
I like experiments, but often find the incorporation of sportswear in everyday looks quite bad, and I see it a lot these days
What kind of fashion advice would you give us?
It’s important to feel good in what you wear and feel confident. If you still don’t, continue experimenting, find stylists and bloggers that resonate with you, try repeating their looks. At some point you will feel you got it.
Who is your style icon, and why?
Always Audrey Hepburn. Classy, timeless, smart, romantic. You can never go wrong with this.
Is there something else you would like to share with us?
Thank you for the great questions and Merry Christmas
Picture provided by Katya Komarova
A huge thank you to Katya Komarova for taking the time to answer my questions by email. Your thoughtful insights, creative spirit, and refreshing way of looking at the everyday bag truly came through so beautifully. It was a pleasure discovering more about your journey and the passion behind your work. 🌟👜✨
And to Katya — and all of you reading along — I wish you a joyful, sparkling, creativity‑filled holiday season. May your days be merry, your bags secure, and your celebrations full of warmth. 🎄💖✨
Curious for more insider stories from the world of fashion? Don’t stop here. Explore my other interviews with talented fashion designers and dive into their creativity, bold ideas, and unique perspectives. 💃👗💫
Hope you like my blog.....Until next time.....Have a nice day
Renata (Seadbeady)
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