FASHION

3 Designers to Watch from Prague

Here, highlights from Prague Fashion Week’s Spring 2016 season.

by Sam Walker

MARTINA SPETLOVA

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Martina Spetlova After studying chemistry in Prague, Spetlova moved to London and began designing her eponymous collection—which turned out to be a rewarding gamble. The fine-tuned artisanal quality and craftsmanship of her hand-woven, leather pieces immediately caught the eye of international buyers, and her designs are now stocked at Dover Street Market.

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Chatty After initially launching a custom denim business that specialized in crisp, tailored pieces, the design duo behind Chatty have now expanded into shirting. A standout look from their Spring 2016 show included both elements—a fresh, wide-leg denim trouser paired with an oversized shirt that extended into an exaggerated cuff.

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Daniela Peskova This young designer, who is currently a student at UMPRUM in Prague, has a conceptual vision for fashion, and mixes both rough and refined materials into her collection. This white look was a highlight that embodied her unexpected, thoughtful approach to design.

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