OLIMPIA DAVIDE. (Bloom)

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1 OLIMPIA DAVIDE (Bloom) Olimpia Davide s biggest inspiration was, again, a memory with great meaning. She was inspired by her father and everything that surrounded him and he liked the most, like his job as a mechanic coupled with his passion for cars. All of the elements and objects were vital to build the creative process, as well as the dungarees contributed for the loose and suited silhouette through the elastics on the wrists and waist. The details of the tied sleeves on the waist line is a highlight of this collection. Another important element in the inspiration is the shirt used on his wedding. The stamp he used on his documents became a way of identifying the brand and customising. Photos and texts about a place filled with feelings were the elements to create details in the knit pieces that will be intensely present, like a colour palette based on the working place. Black and gray prevail, but in some moments the brownish tone of tape, the red that resembles all of the background panels of tools, as well as the recipient with the oil where bright red pops in a subtle way. At last, the royal blue that sends us to the mythical working dungarees. The raw materials flow like white popelines, allied to the knit pieces. The cloth is also part of the deal and it ll be combined with the coats, and the dungarees, without leaving behind the serge and other fabrics which the texture makes us think about oil stains. For this collection, Olimpia Davide, wants to transmit a relaxed, but always feminine and elegant attitude, without ever forgetting the feelings that are incorporated in the brand. SUPPORT - Dapit; - Lemon Jelly. OLIMPIA DAVIDE Sara Marques was born in Her passion for clothes and for drawing was triggered when she was still a child. In 10th year, she chose the direction that would later allow her to follow her dream. When she finished her secondary education, she had no doubt about what she wanted next. She did a Bachelor's degree course in Fashion Design at ESAD, which she completed in In September 2015, she took 2 nd place in the PFN Young Designers competition (Modtíssimo). While representing ESAD, she presented an individual spring/summer collection at Portugal Fashion (Bloom). The same year, she took part in the Bloom competition for the fall/winter season, where she took 3 rd place, thus earning the right to take part in the next two Portugal Fashion events. Following her success at these fashion events Sara Marques began to design her own label, which she called Olimpia Davide. Olimpia Davide mirrors lots of memories and holds a special significance. The label has a relaxed style, which is guided by the elegance and irreverence of the modern woman. Her designs are inspired by memories of her travels and appeal to the five senses, bringing to mind the smell and touch of passersby. t e. olimpiadavid.design@gmail.com w. f. olimpia davide i. olimpia davide

2 AMORPHOUS (Bloom) M002 ORIGEM The contemporary common man lives together with its own existence in the acrimony quest for the day in which he will truly belong to world, and be able to finally glimpse at his equals. The present Manifesto aims to question the origin of the human being gifted with sensibility, intelligence, moral values and conscience. Opposing the aforementioned ideals and the reality of the fashion industry, it becomes evident that such ideals are nothing more than ephemeral ambitions that few understand, and close to none reach. We are witnessing a growing modern slavery, both faceless and consented. Attending to the interests of major companies of the textile branch, underlies the hypocritical low price campaign that subsequently crush the human rights of those living with no other choice. Fashion is going through a crisis of values in spite of its exponential economic growth. The success of these major companies is due specially on behalf of those who consume wildly without questioning the origin of what they wear; if it was made with dignity; who did it and in what conditions; is it product of child labour; what was the impact on nature; if the product is indispensable and why is its price so reduced. We are living in a society of manipulated mass thinking where assets are disposable, where the velocity and the disrespect for underprivileged civilizations and nature are undeniable. The ceaseless search for the suppression of need and for the momentary pleasure embraces an indelible heritage. This unalloyed soliloquy hopes to be the voice for those whose epitaphs can t perpetuate and express the sad numb reality on the mind of those responsible: all consumers. The ignorance that sterilizes and withers is the one that only shows one face of the medal Camilo Castelo Branco. AMORPHOUS Carla Alves graduated in Fashion Design at Citex Porto, and currently she s studying Plastic Arts at.the Faculty of Fine Arts of the University of Porto. She first took part in Portugal Fashion in the Sprinkle event in October The same year, she won first prize in the IlustraFashionClub, an illustration competition organised by Hard Club, and second prize in the L Aiguille d Or, a competition by Atelier des Créateurs, developed by Modatex. Some of the highlights of this young designer s professional career include her time at Alexandra Moura s studio and with the Petratex company. In July 2015, she created Amorphous label. In November of the same year, she participated in the Acrobactic contest, having won the best collection and best coordinated awards. Also, at the 38 Portugal Fashion, in March 2016, Amorphous conquered the Bloom Competition. t e. info@amorphous.com.pt

3 NYCOLE (Bloom) FLOATING POINTS Classic men's clothing, as well as its derivation from military uniforms, were the starting point for the design of this men's collection for fall/winter Classic men's clothing (parkas, shirts, suits, anoraks and trucker jackets) is the basis for the development of the garments which, allied to military inspiration, offer a silhouette and details coming from parachutists' uniforms, conveyed through the metallic zips and buckles, as well as the abundance of pockets. The fact that military uniforms have large pockets for keeping work material and essential items led to the pockets of parkas being used for holding cards and lighters. Card wallets, with several overlapping layers, led to the association with the overlapping of street posters. This relationship reflects on the overlapping of garments, as well as the introduction of t-shirts worn over shirts, so that the classic side of the collection contrasts with an urban, sporty and contemporary look, conveyed through the use of zips and heat-sealed pockets. The palette of colours consists of greens, grey and black, balanced by camel and blues on denim parts. To emphasise the contrast between the classic, sporty and urban, synthetic and technological materials are contrasted with more classic material such as camel hair fabrics. NYCOLE Tânia Nicole began her training in fashion at the Magestil Professional School, in Lisbon. She subsequently attended a specialisation course in Fashion Production at ETIC. She moved to Porto to go to higher education, attending a degree course in fashion design at ESAD Matosinhos as well as a Master's degree course in Product- Fashion. During her academic training she won the prize for best female coordinate at the 10th edition of AcrobActic and 1st place in the ACTE European Young Designers Competition, in Italy. In March 2015, she presented her first Autumn/Winter collection on the Sangue Novo platform at Moda Lisboa. In 2016 she won the FASHIONCLASH award on the same platform, which led her to presenting the award-winning collection in Maastricht, the Netherlands. t e. design@nycole.pt geral@nycole.pt

4 EDUARDO AMORIM (Bloom) LAYER(ED) In this collection Eduardo Amorim tries to explore a new range of velocities and tissue proportions, from classic tailoring to the opulence of frills like Celia Cruz would like. The death of the famous Cuban dictator leads some to extreme joy and others to fight, this outfit has that power too, on the other hand the repression, and the other a total free hand expression of ourselves. Technical and functional meshes in contrast with the picturesque meshes almost like crafts. In terms of colors the palette raises since the nude tones, the variants of blue and black. The pieces are full of details, like hidden irreverente zippers, a cascade of ruffles in a jacket, asymmetrical sleeves, manipulating volumes, deep cuts that want to bebalanced in a gentle dance. The classic line followed by Eduardo Amorim in previous collections, therefore, gains a more dynamic and theatrical vibe. EDUARDO AMORIM Eduardo Amorim was born in Santa Maria da Feira, in In 2013 he graduated in fashion Design by ESAD- Matosinhos. In the same year, Eduardo Amorim participated in national contests/platforms as Batakue, factory of Santo Thyrso and Bloom space, in Portugal Fashion. During 2014 he won the contest of ACTE-RMI Sets Italy, and was one of the winners of the Bloom competition, having been presenting collections since then. In November 2016, he opened his first store at Peninsula Boutique Center, in Porto. In January 2017, ighly reputed Italian fashion fair White, which thus included the Portuguese designer at the leading platform Wow, dedicated to promoting emerging European fashion talents. t e. eduardo.pereiramorim@gmail.com f. i. Eduardo.amorim.atelier

5 MARIA KOBROCK (Bloom) [I.M]PERMANENT In 1970, art critic David Bourdon s described Christo and Jeanne Claude's art practice involving the wrapping of monuments and landscapes in fabrics as a revelation through concealment 1, in which the artistic couple revealed the form and shape of the object in the draped cloth, creating (un-veiling) a new surface. Contextualizing this idea of revelation through concealment with fashion and using the body as the subject, the wrapping can be viewed as a metaphor for how people construct their social identities through the guidelines of clothing/ fashion. Perceiving fashion as a coping mechanism, however imperfect, for dealing with the complexity of the outside world 2 and of our interior lives, is the conceptual framework for this collection. People nowadays tend to dress alike following a specific unified social code. Thus, this collection focus on the interior/private self and on the effortless, comfortable clothes we wear in the privacy of our own homes, such as pyjamas, robes, house slippers and bed linens, pillows and couch cushions, (namely the famous slanket). The idea is to create an effortless, fresh look for a/w Bourdon, David: "Christo", Harry N. Abrams publishers, Inc., New York City, Susan Sontag on selfies, Selfhood, and How the Camera Helps Us Navigate Complexity MARIA KOBROCK Maria Kobrock is a Portuguese-German young creative who has recently graduated from ESMOD Berlin, where she studied Fashion Design and Pattern Making. She has since return to Portugal to pursue studies in Footwear Design and develop her skills by working as a freelance designer. Her style is characterized by a thoughtful and conceptual approach to colour and a clear influence by modern and contemporary art. Maria Kobrock worked as a trainee in Katty Xiomara s atelier, and in 2016 she was a finalist of the 24th Hempel Award (China). t e. mariakobrock@gmail.com

6 BEATRIZ BETTENCOURT (Bloom) AWAKENESS For the FW 2017 season Beatriz Bettencourt presents a feminine collection that represents a parallel between dream and reality. Being the dream an "experience of unconscious imagination" and reality "everything that is perceptible", AWAKENESS uses human consciousness and its duality. This way, the collection combines a sober and structured side (reality) with a free and idyllic scenario (dream) through the overlap of multiple layers. Based on the work of the Thai artist Uttaporn Nimmalaikaew, which consists in painting layers of net/tulle that when overlapped create portraits of his relatives, AWAKENESS works this concept of "layers that form images" associating it with the poetry of Fernando Pessoa. Certain pieces, such as skirts and dresses, contain excerpts from Pessoa's poems embroidered in a free way, where the thread falls loose and flowing. The color palette, taken from the paintings of Uttaporn, combines a range of nude tones with a range of blues, associating the neutrality of black, white and grey. The collection is enriched with carded-looking materials such as knits and wool fabrics, as well as translucent and satin-like fabrics, highlighting the comfort associated with the act of sleeping. The act of sleeping is taken in its literalness in the accessories of the collection, with sleeping masks, shoes made by socks, as well as bags and backpacks with the shape of pillows. Thus, focusing on the active, conscious and practical woman, AWAKENESS creates a new perspective according to a positive attitude of introspection/deliberation between two distinct worlds. BEATRIZ BETTENCOURT Beatriz Bettencourt was born in Porto in The designer from Vale de Cambra studied Visual Arts and graduated in Fashion Design from the Higher Institute of Art and Design. She was a finalist of the Bloom Competition and has already produced some designs for dance shows. She made her début on Portugal Fashion catwalk in October 2015, at the joint ESAD show, worked as an apprentice at Throttleman, and currently is an assistant designer at Decenio. The young designer was already distinguished at PFN competition, from Modtíssimo. e. beatrizbettencourt18@gmail.com t

7 MARIANA ALMEIDA (Bloom) MOMENTUM In the autumn/winter 2018 MOMENTUM collection, Mariana Almeida chose the cutting-edge and unique style of tennis player Suzanne Lenglen as a reference, alienating it from the annoying, mechanical and programmed movement of the Porto Metro, used as background for the designer countless journeys to university, and elsewhere, much more interesting... in her imagination. Inspiration being the greatest freedom of a creator, these two distinct and apparently unrelated realities merged into a unique concept: MOMENTUM leads us to pause our interpretation of the moment, so brief yet so rich in meaning, if only we stop and pay attention. Here, the creative vision falls on the natural and fluid movements of a tennis player who had a relevant role in this sport at a time when chauvinism still reigned. This free and unique spirit was brought into a collection marked by broad silhouettes, structured lines that highlight the power of a personality. The intense dark shades and the characteristics of the materials seem to emerge from this cloister (of routines, time, space), while the fluidity and flexibility of the items are a cry for emancipation. Some details were taken from Suzanne's clothing, namely volumes and the pleats (also connected to the metro bellows). The shape of the designs was inspired by the latter, with geometric cuttings and metallic finishes. And based on these two hostile and unexpected elements an easy-to-ready and futuristic collection emerged, which is somehow a tribute to a woman ahead of her time. MARIANA ALMEIDA Mariana Almeida recently graduated in Fashion Design from the Porto School of Arts and Design. She was born in 1995, in the municipality of Esposende. She won the PFN New Designers Competition in 2016 and her design will be exhibited in the Costume Museum from 25 March to 2 April. The exhibitors will be eight young Portuguese Fashion News - Bloom Portugal Fashion designers, as well as young designers of Sangue Novo - Moda Lisboa. The event allows them to exhibit some of their most creative works. The PFN award ensured her participation on the Bloom platform with her first individual collection. She is currently developing two coordinates for the Innovative Apparel Show competition in Frankfurt. t e. marianalmeida18@hotmail.com

8 PEDRO NETO (Bloom) AFLOAT The starting point for the collection is the pre-raphaelite painting by John Williams Waterhouse The Lady of Shalott and its story that inspired the young designer to create romantic silhouettes. The focus of this collection was to build a bridge between the romantic thinkers and humanists of the 19 th century and a wider general vision of today's social divide. This was also behind the BARAKA documentary in The woman is openly romantic, like the Lady of Shalott, but she is also an elegant woman who survives daily dramas in her contemporary image. The man, then, is the mirror of the woman, thus making the connection with the legend of the Lady of Shalott. But at the same time, he mirrors contemporary society, an elegant, cultured man. An artistic contrast is thus created between these two sides. The choice of fabrics includes velvets, short furs, laces, brushed knits and touches of paillettes and there are waterproof, lurex and irregular pleated finishes. The silhouettes are waisted and feminine, thus maintaining the visual aesthetic of a tall, slender figure. PEDRO NETO Pedro Neto is an Oporto based womenswear and accessorize brand, founded by Pedro Neto himself in He attended an Oporto fashion school in 2010 and his senior year project inspired by Keith Arnatt's work Self- Burial was selected for Portugal Fashion Week. After this he draw media's attentions and he appeared on an editorial at WAD Magazine. He started working as a fashion designer internship in a company who proposes for Zara. Meanwhile, Pedro Neto was also preparing his appliance to a contest in Portugal Fashion Week, which he won. Afterwards, he continued his fashion design studies in another school in Oporto while he was presenting his work at BLOOM platform in Portugal Fashion Week. He was appointed by a remarkable Portuguese fashion designer as an Upcoming New Talent for Since then, he has been mentioned in publications such Vogue Portugal, Happy, Vogue Italia, Marie Claire Italia, Harper's Bazaar UK, Schön! Magazine and ELSV Magazine. In February 2016, with Portugal Fashion s support, he participated in the International Fashion Showcase, exhibition organised by British Fashion Council, during London Fashion Week. Currently, is one of the mentors and promoters of BOX32 project. c. Pedro Neto t e. hello@pedro-neto.com w. c. Filipe Reis (Assistant) t e. filipe.pinho.reis@hotmail.com

9 DAVID CATALÁN (Bloom) This cold season, David Catalán gets is inspiration for his designs from the 90 s nightlife scene. The Spanish designer revisits the obscure always revolving ambience of nightclubs from the Big Apple and United Kingdom, which we know so well from movies like Go (1998) or Human Traffic (1999), as well as the electronic music advent and its frenetic lifestyle. In this new collection, he elevates his men s streetwear, as he s been doing for a while now, adding a remarkable revisitation of menswear wardrobe classics, with the help of traditional Portuguese tailoring. All of this comes together by the graphic aspect given by the tricot and the embroidered cotton taffeta, the decadence of the jacquard, and the unpretentiousness of the denim. DAVID CATALÁN David Catalán studied at the School of Arts in Corella, where he earned his bachelor s degree in Interior Design. Later, he went to the La Rioja Design School and the Higher Institute of Art and Design in Matosinhos. It was at this institute that he got his degree in Fashion and Clothing Design. One of the finalists in the Bloom Competition, the designer has a good deal of professional experience. He did an internship with Maria Gambina and was fashion assistant to Júlio Torcato. David Catalán later took over the creative direction of his label and became a Denim Blue fashion designer. He won awards for the best collection and the best woman s suit at New Roots AW13 and took first place in the Muestra Nacional de Jovenes Diseñadores. Later, he was awarded the Mediterranean Fashion Prize.In January 2017, David Catalán was one of the attendees of the highly reputed Italian fashion fair, Pitti Immagine Uomo, in Florence, at the plataform The Latest Fashion Buzz. t e. davidcatalan.cm@gmail.com

10 SARA MAIA (Bloom) The Mirror Series from the Artist Roy Lichestein were the inspiration for this new collection AW17/18. Diagonal lines give the impression of a reflected surface, depth and also volume to the pieces. In this collection, Black is the principal element, used as a background to primary colors. Knitwear adds texture and graphism to the concept. Some classic tailoring and menswear details are added, reverted with the use of diagonal lines. It is with this semi abstract aesthetic value that the collection is oriented. Keeping the same relaxed vibe that tends to always be present on Sara Maia s work, where all looks are completed with acessories. SARA MAIA Sara Maia was born in Porto in The young designer began her academic career in the fashion area when she attended the Porto Fashion School. After finishing her course in 2008, she went to Citex the same year, where she completed her graduation in Fashion Design She then began working with several designers on the national fashion scene, such as Ricardo Dourado and Lidija Kolovrat. In 2012, Sara Maia won the first prize of Bloom Competition, organised by Portugal Fashion. Then, she moved to London, where she worked with several labels (Marques Almeida, Aitor Throup, Maharishi). In 2015, Sara Maia presented her first collection at Bloom space. She is currently working in Lisbon. e. saramaia.studio@gmail.com w. Saramaia.net

11 INÊS TORCATO (Bloom) SELF-PORTRAIT (BRIDGE) Exploration and formal deconstruction of classic pieces in a never ending search for the perfect aesthetic. This collection explores once again the concept of the self-portrait and the individuality being shared with others until both intersect. The self-portrait is not only displaying itself but also building a connection with others, a bridge between parts, where everything become one. With fine wools, thick wools and knits, many shades of grey, whites, navy and red. Playing with opacities and textures, light and shadow. INÊS TORCATO Inês Torcato, born in Porto, completed her bachelor's degree course in Fashion Design at ESAD Matosinhos in Previously, she had attended Soares dos Reis School of Arts and the University of Porto Faculty of Fine Arts, which had major influence on the aesthetic and experimental language of her work. In 2013, she won second prize in the Nespresso Designer s Contest. The following year, she won first prize in the L Aiguille D Or competition by Atelier des Createurs. That same year, she presented her collection at Portugal Fashion's Bloom. In 2015, she won the Best Collection award, attributed by the public, and the Best Pair of Women's Shoes at the AcrobActic competition with her Ícaro collection, which she was later invited to display at Anabela Baldaque's shop in Lisbon. In 2016, she was one of the winners of Portugal Fashion's Bloom Competition, where she took second place. She also won the Vogue award, attributed by the public at the Porto Fashion Film Festival with the film "Icarus". In February 2017 edition of Vogue Talents, her name was referenced. In the same month, she was invited to participate in Pitti Super fair, at the Super Talents platform, in partnership with Vogue Italia. There, Inês Torcato showed her collection that it s going to be presented at Bloom space, during 40 Portugal Fashion. Rua Sacadura Cabral, Porto t e. torcato.ines@gmail.com

12 KATTY XIOMARA EL TORO ENAMORADO DE LA LUNA The night and the day, the Moon and the Sun, the bull and the moon impossible but Unbreakable love. The magic of complicity of these characters are so close and yet so far away, is the literary path of many stories. This story broke into our inspiration through old memories from a Gypsy Spanish song verse: The Moon is combing her hair in the mirrors of the river and a Bull is looking at her between the grove hidden... And that bull in love with the moon The moon comes out tonight With a black tailcoat and the bull is looking at her between the grove and the shadow The collection gathers inspiration throughout this mysterious universe of the forest and its creatures, in all the drama of the night and the endless hope of day. By taking these logics to our garment everything seems to appear so magically, with a certain wild poetry. The colours parade in increasing brightness; the Black Night is a strong base for the Moonlight Shines drawn by the shades of Pearly White and Silver Star. The cold tone of the Blue Night touched by light and shadow, contrasting with the warm tones of woods and leaves. The fabrics are rich and texture, some are light and fluid others are structured and compact. Out lined by jacquard and prints, sweetly articulated with lace and embroidery. The forms are clean and purified, but with an undulating and natural volume.

13 KATTY XIOMARA Born in Venezuela, within a Portuguese family, Katty Xiomara moved to Portugal at age 18, settling in Porto. In 1997 ends the Fashion Design course at Citex (now Modatex), where she currently lectures. She fills the fashion week calendar in Portugal Fashion since Earlier in her career reconciles the evolution of the brand with other projects in such diverse areas as children's clothing, uniforms, theater, TV, music, dance and graphic arts. In 2000 designs the costumes for the adaptation of the play La Divine Comedy of Dante Alighieri with Jean Paul Bucchieri choreography at Centro Cultural de Belém in Lisbon. A year later registers the trade mark, but only ventures in Internationally in Katty Xiomara's name treading the catwalks of Paris on several occasions and participates regularly in International trade shows. In 2007 opens her shop atelier in an old townhouse located in the emblematic Rua da Boavista in Porto. In 2012 she receives the official visit of His Excellency the President - professor Anibal Cavaco Silva, in the framework of the visit to the creative industries of excellence. In 2014, the designer received the Silver Winner award by the IDA "International Design Awards", and in 2015 repeated this feat to bend, as well as a new Silver Winner was awarded an Honorable Mention. Since September 2013 presents its collections at New York Fashion Week, where she returned in September 2016 and in Februa 2017 with Portugal Fashion s support. The corporate image was recognized and awarded by the American magazine HOW and her work has been published in several international editions. Atelier Rua da Boavista Porto, Portugal t e. info@kattyxiomara.com w. kattyxiomara@kattyxiomara.com f. t. g. p.

14 PÉ DE CHUMBO Pé de Chumbo developed for the Winter three different themes in tones, that go from black to beige through blue, green and aubergine with touches of camel. For Party theme the subtle glow in lace with frills, and for a casual theme a mixed game of colours with stripes that engage with knitted jumpers and knitted dresses, worn in a free flowing manner. PÉ DE CHUMBO The Pé de Chumbo label was created by designer Alexandra Oliveira after she had completed her training. The meaning, pedal to the metal, comes from a teenage nickname. Located in Guimarães, Pé de Chumbo has been producing women s collections for some years now. The distinctive feature is the development of the fabrics she uses in her designs, in a process that combines traditional concepts with the search for new application solutions. The label has been taking part in international fashion shows since 2007, when it made its début at SIMM, Madrid. This was followed by Paris, at WHO'S NEXT, where it continues to exhibit, as well as other shows in other markets: CPD in Düsseldorf; MIPAP in Milan; SCOOP and PURE LONDON in London; COTERIE and EDIT in New York; TOKYO FASHION in Tokyo; TRANOI in Paris. Alongside major labels and designers, Pé de Chumbo is now present in more than 100 shops in 25 countries on the five continents. Italy and the USA are the countries where the label has most points of sale and Turkey is its biggest client. In July 2016 and in January 2017, Pé de Chumbo presented two fashion shows at Altaroma, supported by Portugal Fashion. Rua S. João Batista, Brito Guimarães, Portugal t e. srosa@pedechumbo.pt w. f.

15 ANABELA BALDAQUE THE EMPIRE OF THE SENSES All of the imagery is between Nepal and India. There are boho countesses, hand-in-hand with a strong pop registry. All the 45 looks are a challenge to each one's personality. These clothes are openly complex and intense, designed and combined mainly to make us think. They allow for deconstruction until becoming simple items. SILHOUETTE Volumes and layers are arranged to create a contrast of textures. Sometimes, only through colour. Sleeves are highlighted. COLOURS Dark blues wrapped in greys and blacks. Graphic games of blacks and whites. Ochre yellow and beige. Olive and aqua green. Silvers. Roses mixed with copper brown. FABRICS Large variety of furs and curls. Prominent laces. Brocades and damask. Sequins. Long-haired wools, Suede. Printed silks. KEY PIECES All coats: long and short. Details with applications and ruffles. MAKE-UP/HAIR Nude, red eyelashes Straight, healthy hair, tied with ribbons. SHOES Compensated high heels, counterbalanced, worked leathers. "Paulo Brandão" Brand. ANABELA BALDAQUE The designer Anabela Baldaque is a key figure in the Portuguese fashion industry. After finishing her studies in design in 1983 at the Gudi Fashion School, she completed her training in Paris and worked with Emilio Pucci in Florence. She started her own brand in the year 1988 and in 2000 she opened her first store in Oporto. She has exhibited her collections in the best international platforms (Paris, New York, Sao Paulo, Düsseldorf, Copenhagen) and currently has stores in Oporto, Lisbon and Åarhus (Denmark). Her collections are very feminine, with an urban, practical and simple style. In 2015, she opens a store in Lisbon. R. Padre Luís Cabral, nº1080, 1º andar, Porto Foz t e. diogobaldaque@anabelabaldaque.pt w. f.

16 ESTELITA MENDONÇA Estelita Mendonça s Autumn/Winter 2017 collection continues to send out a strong message about the designer s point of view of the world and humanity. Most of the materials used for this collection are recycled. Blankets made out of cotton-waste, usually used during house movings and renovations, and reprocessed sleeping-bags, give us the idea of both movement and traveling. The logos created in collaboration with designer Eduardo Vascov are strong and encapsulate a clear message about the world s most recent political acts. Brexit, Donald Trump, Russia s social and civic issues, and Brazil s presidential impeachment translates how critical it is for the younger generation to get informed and act. For this reason, the silhouette approaches the street style, more baggy and loose in order to appeal to a young costumer. ESTELITA MENDONÇA After graduating from Oporto Fashion Academy in 2007, Estelita Mendonça started working on his first collection and finally debuted his eponymous label in He has since been presenting his collections at Bloom fashion show within the Portugal Fashion initiative. Estelita Mendonça was awarded Best Young Talent at the Fashion Institute Awards in Portugal, in Also in the same year, the designer showed his first international shows in Matadero, Madrid and Vienna Fashion Week. More recently, during February 2016, Estelita Mendonça won an Honourable Best Designer mention at the Bloom International Fashion Showcase which took place at Somerset House, in London.Estelita Mendonça shares concerns through the design and communication of his collections. Through each season, the designer hopes to translate a strong and current message to the individual wearing the designs, as they embody Estelita statement to the outside world. In January 2017, he made his début at Altaroma, with Portugal Fashion s support. e. estelitamendonca@gmail.com w.

17 SUSANA BETTENCOURT WEAR ART This collection, named WEAR ART, is inspired by the reflection on the new world of social networks. Being an old soul, as Susana says, in this collection she tried to contradict herself and allow herself to be involved in the magic of Instagram. Here, in this search for a new world, she identified an artistic movement she wanted to be part of, made a point of communicating with various artists, exchanging ideas and concepts. And so this AW17/18 collection was born, in joint cooperation and and the fantastic enchanted world of Elliptical Field, Site of Riverside Destiny park, in Tokyo, and Dick Bruna s House in the Central Museum of Utrecht. WEARART was born from the work of these worldwide artists and going through Susana Bettencourt filter: a collection that defends art in fashion, a passion that the designer has fought to maintain, even with the new dynamic and perception destroyed by fast fashion. KEYWORDS: Frameworks of jacquard consisting of textures, pixelated and sketched, that are characteristic of the designer's signature, in contrast with the angular geometry of the artistic movement that follows. Having consolidated her status as a designer, WEAR ART is the continuation of a long process, a point where Susana Bettencourt proves that art prevails despite the constraints visible to everyone. She is well known for her ability to express her skills crossing, intersecting and merging the line between technology and craftsmanship. Through her handmade knitwear she will express her views, she will share her process of understanding and research. It is clear that Susana Bettencourt will not abandon the experimental aspect underlying her design in the near future. COLLABORATION: "Susana Bettencourt is pleased to announce her collaboration with the internationally-known footwear brand BIRKENSTOCK for the Portugal Fashion FW17-18 fashion show.

18 SUSANA BETTENCOURT Susana Bettencourt is from the Azores Islands of Portugal, where the designer s passion for knitwear and traditional lace techniques were developed from early in her childhood. Relocating to London, to undertake a BA in Fashion Knitwear at Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design, Susan continued to hone her knitwear and women s wear skills through an MA in Digital Fashion at London College of Fashion, graduating with a distinction in During her stay in London, the designer was able to translate her sculptural designs into the dimension of seamless knitwear. Having instantly gained high praise and recognition, for her sculptural knitwear and luxury high technology fabrics, Susana continues to explore the boundaries between technology and hand-crafting knitwear techniques, developing the jacquard to the extreme in order to make textures and volumes in detail. Experimental designs to create new fabrics and a passionate belief in future fashion are at the core of Susana Bettencourt s signature. Boldly embellish and digitally aware designs, Bettencourt's kaleidoscopic knitwear, prints and accessories are future-ready. She made her début at Portugal Fashion in October 2011 and in September 2014 she participated in Vienna Fashion Week with Portugal Fashion s production. With the support of ANJE, she has participated at textile fairs in cities such as London, Copenhagen and Paris. The young designer has also participated several London Fashion Week editions and also in Vancouver Fashion Week, besides having realized a fashion show in Malaysia. In July of 2016 and in January of 2017, Susana Bettencourt participates twice at Altaroma with Portugal Fashion s support. c. Teresa Ferreira e. info@susanabettencourt.com t w. f.

19 DIOGO MIRANDA For this Fall-Winter 17, Diogo Miranda wanted a season in a climax of exuberance, sophistication, grown-up sexiness and exaggerated proportions. That s why he chose the Guy Bourdin s work as inspiration. He s considered as one of the most well-known photographers of fashion, and it s provocative images, which are normally rich, sensual, but are also really heavy on provocation and ability to shock. Guy Bourdin, 1980 The designer mostly worked with silk taffeta to create exaggerated sleeves, gorgeous ruffles, bows and exposed off-shoulders. He also mixed patterns with exaggerated flowers in pastel colours to create erotic and surreal silhouettes in contrast with blue sky and black. At the end, she s a very sexy, confident, feminist and powerful Woman. Since Diogo Miranda is also celebrating its 10th anniversary, this collection is dedicated to all women who have kept up with him throughout these 10 years. Celebrating the Past, Present and Future. Love, Diogo. DIOGO MIRANDA Diogo Miranda began his career in Since then he has presented all his collections at Portugal Fashion. In 2015 he debuted at Paris Fashion Week, where attracted the attention of international media including the New York Times and Harper's Bazaar. Diogo Miranda store and studio are located in Felgueiras, PT where can be found their current collections, personal tailoring service for men and personalized service. In 2013 Diogo Miranda deciced to launch DIOGOMIRANDAONLINE a unique digital platform that provides customers with a sneak peek into the world of DIOGO MIRANDA. His creations have run the world, for their outstanding campaigns, their presence in editorials and the famous who wear his clothes, such as the international model Sara Sampaio, the brazilian it-girl Helena Bordon or the indian actress Sonam Kapoor. He was awarded in 2015 the prize GQ MEN OF THE YEAR, by the prestigious publication GQ. DIOGO MIRANDA has participated in several prestigious international showrooms, particularly in Paris, London, Berlin and New York. Studio Praça da República, 60, Felgueiras, Portugal t e. geral@diogomiranda.net e. eduardamonteiro@diogomiranda.net (Atelier) helenapereira@diogomiranda.net (International Inquiries) w. PR & Communication Press Club Rua Rodrigues Sampaio 52, 3º, Lisboa, Portugal e. patricia@pressclub.com.pt

20 JÚLIO TORCATO JÚLIO TORCATO Júlio Torcato finishes in 1989 his design studies at the Academia de Moda, Artes y Técnicas in Porto. On the same year he wins the Portex Contest for Young Designers (Spring/Summer). Other awards followed this prize. In 1992, he founded his own design, development and consulting studio, directed to support the textile and clothing industry. He has been the designer for many recognised international brands (Queens, Decénio, Salsa, Lion of Porches and Red Oak). At the same time, he develops his own label, "Júlio Torcato." We owe him a conceptual image of the band The Fingertips and FC Porto wardrobe. Since 2008 he started to commercialize his own brand, taking part in several fairs and international fashion shows (Paris, Czech Republic, Poland, Brasil, Angola, Mozambique, etc.). Besides that, since 2007, he teaches as a design professor at the Beira University. His work has been referenced in publications such as Porto Cenários de Moda, in the Cristina Duarte's book "Portugal Fashion" and several articles in national and foreign press. Last February, Júlio Torcato presented the fall/winter collection at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Madrid. Rua Sacadura Cabral, 118 Cedofeita Porto t e. info@juliotorcato.com w. f.

21 LUÍS ONOFRE SOLID ROCK Between the Romanesque solidity of medieval vaulted ceilings and the progressive freedom of punk from the 70s, there is an unexpected artistic unit where all excesses gather. Next winter, women shoes by Luís Onofre will be reminiscent of the monumentality of the cathedrals and men shoes will be inspired by the boldness of rock. LOOKS Worked with the consistency of a stone column, the heels solidify and gain a prominent position. In metal or Swarovski Back Diamond stones, they are thicker and support models that can take on more pointy or rounded shapes. Riding boots are back as a renewed classic, with soles and legs incorporating stones and metals complemented by wool sides. Chains, tacks and other accessories are replicas of the 70s and defy gravity. The shaping effect of Lycra brings femininity to ankle boots and over the knee boots. COLOURS The solidness of this collection relies on the softening of intense antic back and dark denim when in contrast with lighter tones such as old rose, dark nude, light petroleum, brown and honey. Coloured embroideries complete the palette. MATERIALS The comfort of winter is suitable to working with favourites such as suede and crocus, but the emphasis is on the innovative genuine leather with flock finish, similar to velvet. Strong yet delicate, this collection by Luís Onofre takes its energy from duality. All excesses gather to build shoes that challenge the frontiers. LUÌS ONOFRE Born in Oliveira de Azeméis, Luís Onofre took over, in 1990, the management of the footwear company founded by his grandmother in 1939, after attending the course in Fine Arts in Porto and the course in Styling of Shoes and Accessories. In 1999, he launched his first collectio. Luís Onofre has commercial agents representing his brand in France, Germany, Greece, Holland, Italy, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, USA, Israel, Canada, among other countries. Furthermore, the designer has already developed collections for Kenzo and Cacharel, and has provided footwear of his own brand to celebrities like the Queen of Spain, Letizia Ortiz, the socialite Paris Hilton, Actress Naomi Watts and the American first lady, Michelle Obama. In 2016, Luís Onofre opens his online store. Press Showpress Press & PR Agency c. Marta Duarte e. martaduarte@showpress.pt t Commercial Info c. Luís Onofre t e. geral@luisonofre.com w.

22 CARLOS GIL MAGIC TALE For this FW17 collection, Carlos Gil s brand proposes a young and contemporary image. Strong in attitude, the looks combine retro and naïf inspiration, in elegant and distinct pieces. With inspiration in the enchanted world, Carlos Gil reproduces clean prints with children s motifs and acrylic applications that blend with geometric patterns. The same pattern occurs at different scales and the textures appear tone on tone, creating a new notion of proportion and movement. Overlays reveal themselves layer-by-layer, overlapping textures, tones and transparencies. The perfect image is achieved with simple and spontaneous combinations, revealing sporting details and composing a luxurious urban look. The loungewear inspiration once again takes on a prominent role and the tracksuit look is the must have of this season. Wide tailored trousers are reinvented and the casual dresses in luxury materials become the key pieces of this winter. The coats take on an oversize with a waist girdle and materialize in flat colours with large utilitarian pockets, reinforcing the casual chic mood, trademark of Carlos Gil s collections. The collection materializes in a chromatic palette with colours as distinctive as pink powder, cat s eye yellow, water green, twilight blue, burnt orange, coral and black, allied with luxurious materials such as brocades, velvets, bulky hair, delicate tulles, shiny fabrics and soft cashmere. In this winter of genuine combinations and clean cut, we are caught in a magical narrative that will make us want to dream and play with fashion.

23 CARLOS GIL Born in Nampula in the late 60s, Carlos Gil is graduated in Fashion Design in Portugal and in 1998 he opened his first atelier in Fundão. The recognition and appreciation of his work led to numerous national and international professional invitations. The number of clients is rising gradually, no only in Beira Interior region, but also in other cities like: Lisbon, Porto, Coimbra and Braga. In 2009, by the Portugal Day celebrations, he was distinguished as Young Business Successful in Portugal and Abroad by the Honourable President of the Portuguese Republic. In the same year and the very first time, Carlos Gil presented its brand in Portugal Fashion. His brand immediately has captured the attention of the industry to their collections. With his own store in Fundão and in other national and international stockists. Nesse mesmo ano apresenta pela primeira vez a sua no PORTUGAL FASHION, captando de imediato a atenção da indústria para as suas coleções. In 2010 Carlos Gil was invited to teach at ETIC school, in the Fashion Production course, a role that he still plays today. In 2015 he was nominated for Best Stylist Award at the XX Golden Globes Gala, and he was also commended by the President of the Republic with the Order of Infante D. Henrique. That same year, he was invited to début his SS16 collection at Milano Moda Donna and to participate in the Fashion Week of Poland. Since then, and with Portugal Fashion s support, Carlos Gil has been doing his international fashion shows at Milan Fashion Week. ATELIER/STORE Avenida da Liberdade nº Fundão, Portugal t e. carlosgil@carlos-gil.com carlosgil.atelier@gmail.com w. c. Susana Azevedo SHOWPRESS Press & PR Office t e. susanaazevedo@showpress.pt SPRING UP SHOWROOM 16, Via Andrea Maffei, Milan, Itália t e. team@spring-up.com

24 LUÍS BUCHINHO THIS IS THE SEA Inspired by the Portuguese littoral, Luís Buchinho s Fall/Winter collection captures the nautical environment featured in the Portuguese coast. The cliffs, rocks, the sand, the fishermen and all the aspects involved in the Portuguese seaside ambience and landscape are portrayed in several moments, on a clearly urban line with timeless pieces, resistant to atmospheric disturbances and the passage of time. Long silhouettes, in a total look and built with layers suggesting skirts and trousers overlapped, expresses the merge between a masculine and feminine look. Silk prints featuring rocks and clay motifs, elastic fabrics with graphic elements withdrawn from fishing boats, wool fabrics with a leather look treatment, lace and mesh coated with glowing black pellicle and cotton and nylon trench-coats take an important role to translate the seaside ambience. The colour scheme, neutral and sober, goes from black, clay, navy blue and anthracite to a pop of bright red and white. This season annunciates the beginning of a partnership between Luis Buchinho and the group Ergovisão, in the development of a sunglasses line. LUÍS BUCHINHO Luís Buchinho attended Citex, currently known as Modatex, where he completed a Fashion Design course in The designer is currently a teacher in this course. Having participated in the first edition of Portugal Fashion in July 1995, Luís Buchinho has been showing his collections at this event ever since. The designer has also shown his creations at fashion shows in New York, São Paulo and Paris, with the support of Portugal Fashion. A regular presence at the Paris Fashion Week since Two years before, in 2017, the designer opened his first shop in Porto (Rua José Falcão). In 2012, Luís Buchinho won the Best Designer Award at the Fashion Awards Portugal, an event organised by Fashion TV, repeating his 2010 success. Also, Luís Buchinho received the Golden Globe for Best Fashion Designer in 2011 and Throughout the years, the designer has been participating in several international fairs, including Bread and Butter, Who s Next, Gallery 2020, and more recently White Milano, Tranöi Femme and Edit NY. LUÍS BUCHINHO ATELIER Rua José Falcão, 122, Porto t e. geral@luisbuchinho.pt w.

25 NUNO BALTAZAR NUNO BALTAZAR Nuno Baltazar was born on 5 January 1976, in Lisbon. Graduated in Fashion Design at Citex, in During his academic course, he was attributed various awards such as "Young Creators" in 1995 and 1996, and at Porto Moda in He first participated in Portugal Fashion in 1997, in a double show with Paulo Cravo. This duo also participated in four editions of Paris Fashion Week (2001 to 2003), with the support of Portugal Fashion. Nuno Baltazar has signed only with his own name since 2004, the year of his individual debut in Portugal Fashion, at an edition held in Funchal. He participated for the last time in the event in 2006, in Porto. In May 2005, he opened his first shop in Porto, as an extension of his atelier work, where his ready-to-wear collections are available. In addition to his collections, his work extends to the creation of unique articles at his atelier, with the label Nuno Baltazar Atelier, for clients such as the television presenter and actress Catarina Furtado, the maestra Joana Carneiro as well as occasional collaboration for music, cinema, theatre and dance. At the same time, his creative workshop has various uniform projects underway. In 2009, in partnership with the architect Vítor Almeida, he launched Baltazar Map - Furniture and lighting line and 2011 were years of internationalisation of Baltazar Map, with its presence at fairs in Milan, London, Paris and Abu Dhabi. Nuno Baltazar was nominated for Best Designer of the Year awards in 2008, 2010 and 2013, of the Golden Globes, which he won in In 2010, 2011 and 2012, he was also nominated for the Fashion Awards of Fashion TV Portugal, which he won in 2011, in the category of Best Fashion Creator. In 2012, he launched the first collection of the new line of EYEWEAR NUNO BALTAZAR. He participated in the exhibition "From Lisbon to Macau - a fashion journey", exhibiting a retrospective of his path of 15 years of work at Macau Fashion Gallery. In 2015, at age 39, he is awarded with the commendation of the Ordem do Infante D. Henrique. Nuno Baltazar - Loja Atelier Av.ª da Boavista, 856, Porto Portugal t (loja) (studio) e. loja@nunobaltazar.com mail@nunobaltazar.com w.

26 HUGO COSTA AMUNDSEN Roald Engelbregt Gravning Amundsen (Borge, 16 July, 1872) was a Norwegian explorer of the Polar Regions, who commanded the first expedition to achieve the South Pole, on 14 December, Inspired by reading the adventures of an English traveller John Franklin, he proved the existence of the Northwest passage, whilst living a life ruled by the desire of discovery and unknown expeditions. After being the first explorer to reach the South Pole in 1911, Amundsen aimed to accomplish new conquests. When he arrived from the United States, where he was doing conferences across the country, and also developing his aviation s skills, he was consumed by wanderlust. In 1926, he was the first explorer to fly over the North Pole and the first person to reach both North and South Pole. Two years later, he disappeared. Starting from the previous background, "AMUNDSEN" is a representative collection of the human being's necessity to explore the unknown. Thus, it is the urgency for new experiences and adventures, metaphorically represented by territorial explorations. HUGO COSTA Hugo Costa concluded, in 2008, the course in Fashion and Textile Design at the Higher School of Applied Arts of the Polytechnic Institute of Castelo Branco. In 2006, he was one of the finalists of the Acrobatic Contest, where he won the award for Best Male Coordinate in 2009 and 2010, and on that final year he also won the title of "Best Collection". In March 2007, Hugo Costa won the first prize in the competition for new uniforms for the Walmart company. That same year, he was selected for the final of the Contest AF-Competition. In 2011, he was one of the winners of the Children's Fashion From Portugal award. He has been developing collections of clothing and illustration of prints for several national companies, including Cutting, BECIGbasilius, LCD-Innovation and Design, Dicapri, CPM-Creation and Promotion of Fashion and Confeções Bugalhos. He also developed footwear collections for companies like Landina and Artur Pinho. Currently, he works with the Malha Apertada company, where he develops collections of prints and circular knitted garments to present to international clients, among which the Inditex Group. In September 2012, he became a trainer at the Porto School of Fashion. Hugo Costa is 29 years old and his collections, under his own name, have been displayed at the Portugal Fashion Bloom platform since October In June 2016, he made his international and individual début at Paris Fashion Week Menswear, with Portugal Fashion s support, the same event where he returned in January t e. hc.hugocosta@gmail.com w.

27 CARLA PONTES WIND Looking to depurate even more the distinctive urban versatility which defines her identity, Carla Pontes celebrates her 10 th collection at Portugal Fashion this season. Cementing her status as a designer, WIND new aw17 18 is a flashback of Pontes previous collections refining, at the same time, the brand s aesthetic, volumetric and minimalistic signature style. The symbolical and physical presence of wind serves as inspiration, keeping on with the characteristic connection with nature and using modeling to discover and debug shapes and cuts. Seams have been eliminated and comfort is enhanced, selecting textures and soft touches featuring materials like cotton and wool. Under plastic and artistic influences, Carla Pontes opposes her design of organic volumetry with urban and sporty details, such as subtle metallic applications, plastic graphics and details with strong color contrasts. With a strong focus on neutral tones, WIND palette consists of blacks, shades of raw, gray and sky blue. It finds derivations in meshes with crossed out effects and is illuminated by the vibrant contrasting of grapefruit color. CARLA PONTES CARLA PONTES synonymous with detailed and contemporary. Based in Oporto - Portugal, it is the eponymous label of Portuguese emerging designer CARLA PONTES. Presenting collections since 2012, PONTES won the national prize at the European Young Designers Contest in 2015 and this year is part of the official selection of BID 16 the 5th Bienal Iberoamericana de Diseño, organized by renowned Fundación Diseño Madrid. With a background in product design before attending fashion studies in Oporto and Milan, her work is often described as establishing a balance of shapes and fabrics, exploring three-dimensionality and detail. Taking inspiration from natural and artistic elements, the brand is producing timeless collections, yet inherently adapted to the frenetic life of modern woman. Shapes, volumes and layers are balanced to create depurated models with a distinctive urban versatility. The design process combines craftsmanship reasoning, product design concepts and industrial technology, resulting in an architectural feel and unconventional detailing. Teaching in Oporto s Modatex fashion school, PONTES is currently part of Portugal Fashion s main catwalk and has already presented her collections in several European cities. With her brand, the designer has established a solid market in Portugal and has now plans to expand internationally. c. João Pontes e. hello@carlapontes.pt t w. carlapontes.com f. /carlapontesdesign #carlapontes t. carlapontesdesign

28 AMBITIOUS This is an international collection, motivated by its wide sphere of operation and inspired by the many peculiarities and myriad of differences in each market. It's a young collection, with a casual look and atmosphere. Some lines have walking and more sporty characteristics. Designed to stand out for the good looks, comfort and quality of the materials (technical characteristics of footwear manufacture), it also shows the many aspects that represent its diversity and the inherent difficulties. Care is taken to ensure a simple and balanced final result conveying a sense of harmony between all the materials used, where the key to a good outcome lies in the balance between all the elements involved. The main and constant concern of Ambitious is the production of models that are a good buy, so that they are commercially marketable. Models that represent innovation, that are easy to match with outfits, aesthetic, easy to read and discreet, without ever missing out on class and innovation. Long-lasting products recognizable through details. Footwear that is pure in its simplicity, with all the details and elements designed and combined simply and wisely. AMBITIOUS Ambitious is a men's footwear label started by Indústria de Calçado Celita a family company in Guimarães devoted to the manufacture of excellent footwear. Aiming at international market projection and with new members on the team, the company has focused on the creation of a different concept that would set its clients apart. Relying on tradition on the one hand, seen in its know-how and experience in the manufacture of footwear, and on innovation on the other hand, brought to life with the use of new technology, the Ambitious label took shape. With its fashion-forward attitude and the aim of setting new rules in men's footwear, Ambitious is all about attractive and varied designs that challenge the limits of conventional design. This is the essence of the label, clearly seen in its name. João Alberto Feio Azevedo has been the head designer at Ambitious since During his career, he has worked with labels as varied as Salsa, Hugo Boss, Gant, Ted Baker, Miguel Vieira, Decenio, Kenzo and Diesel. Indústria de Calçado Celita, lda Rua Cidade de Guimarães, São Torcato Portugal t e. celita@mail.telepac.pt joao@ambitious-shoes.com

29 DKODE BE EARTHED CONNECTING TO NATURE WILL CHANGE EVERYTHING You feel an uncontrollable desire to connect to earth. Experience nature, dust and mud. Get your hands dirty! Act as if you saw nature through the eyes of an animal, from above, like a majestic eagle. Get wild as much as you need. This is going to change everything faster than you think, better than you can imagine. Redefine your future. AFTER ALL YOU RE A DKODER! Our connection to Nature is increasingly intense and direct. Nature can do without us, but we can't do without nature. DKODE took its inspiration from this ideal for its new fall-winter 17 collection. The collection has uneven, organic textures, always with the rustic look characteristic of the label. In the proposals for this collection, the mixture of materials is more and more noticeable; classic models are revisited in innovative approaches, while two characteristics run through all the suggestions: quality and comfort. The palette of colours for the season focuses on earth shades, such as ochre and red adobe, with touches of purple, khaki and royal blue. Metallic shades, colourful touches, floral patterns and colour highlights are also present. DKODE DKODE is a brand and a statement. Created in 2012 by the Sozé Group, it is the most visible aspect of the new strategy of this business group, which already has more than 30 years of experience in the most demanding foreign markets. Created in 2003, the Dkode brand is sold in 50 countries, standing out by the rebellion and femininity of its shoes. Fábrica de Calçado Sozé, S.A. Rua Verdial Horácio de Moura, 170, Rande Portugal t w.

30 FLY LONDON ALWAYS PROGRESSIVE, NEVER CONVENTIONAL The amazing beauty of the FLY London brand has been growing stronger every day, and the autumn-winter 2017 collection will be no exception. Season after season, FLY LONDON has been presenting its own interpretation of the latest trends, always offering a range of models, colours and materials which keep it on the cutting edge of international fashion. Highlights for Portugal Fashion: Women AUTO and PAIGE lines Men MILWOKER and SPIRAL lines Don t Walk, FLY FLY LONDON Fly London was born in the second half of the 90's, founded by the Kyaia Group. Directed at the global fashion market, it is one of the most prestigious footwear brands of the European continent. Elegance and creativity in an enormous panoply of colours, in which unusual details and materials catch one's eye. Fly London has been nominated for the "Oscars" of British fashion, in the footwear category, for the last three years. The brand sells in more than three thousand multi-brand stores worldwide and has its six own outlets (two in Portugal, two in England, one in Ireland and one in the US). t e. info@flylondon.com

31 JJ HEITOR SHOES Unusual combinations and everyday luxury are the recurring themes in this collection. The designs have subtle, retro influences, simplified or deconstructed models, the difference between day and night is becoming increasingly blurred and the clean silhouettes take on a sturdier air. Details and simple, yet sophisticated heel designs, create an appeal that is both contemporary and timeless. The saturated colours have an almost tangible intensity, dark colours almost black. The metallic shades provide an opportunity to mix items in single colours, colours in bold, yet sober blocks, which are essential for simple, yet expressive models that bring versatility with subtle, austere shades. JJ HEITOR SHOES The company was founded in Fornos, Santa Maria da Feira more than fifty years ago by a visionary- Joaquim José Heitor who with his awareness and perseverance successfully led the company through difficult years in the Portuguese footwear industry. Nowadays, the company management is mainly assured by the third generation of Heitor s family. The development of JJHeitor is based on a sustained growth model, triggering the most competitive advantages that the company has, especially regarding the scrupulous selection of raw materials, the finished product quality and in meeting of our customers deadlines. JJHeitor is specialized in quality woman footwear aimed to exportation mainly, has a strong presence in the main international footwear events and a remarkable client portfolio. A fundamental milestone in the company progress and the most recent challenge was the launch of its own brand JJ Heitor Shoes in This project combines both an innovative design and a high quality manufacture. JJheitorShoes is for urban women with an intense working life, but that don t give up the sophistication and elegance in their daily activity. Currently, the creative direction of JJ Heitor Shoes is in charge of Ana Luísa Troca. t e. geral@jjheitor.pt w. (the brand) (the company)

32 J.REINALDO In a more contemporary approach, the new autumn/winter collection from J.REINALDO has not neglected its legacy from the past. Rather it is reinterpreted and given its own touch of modernity, for an urban, practical, yet sophisticated look. The vision is adapted not only to the taste of those more attentive to design and style, but also to everyone who prizes quality and tradition. The mixture of leathers with different textures, finished with appliqués and unique details, reinforces individuality. Using timeless shades, the palette of colours takes on a new life with the use of metallic shades and varnish. The finishes reinforce the tradition of handcrafted products. J. REINALDO The J.REINALDO label combines tradition and innovation with authentic details that give its eclectic collections a strong identity. Quality and design are two elements that a shoe cannot do without. Taking these elements as the main features for winning over the market, the Carité Group has built a successful career based on over 27 years of experience in footwear production. This passion led to its own brand J.REINALDO aimed at those who appreciate top quality combined with a commitment to comfort and design. Each shoe is worked as a unique item. Carité Calçados, Lda. Rua Nicolau Coelho, 2729 Sendim Felgueiras t e. info@jreinaldo.com info@carite.pt

33 NOBRAND In a phase of reflection, Nobrand took its inspiration from itself, influenced by its wild spirit and the realism of our concrete jungles. The smooth sensation of refined velvets seeps into the aligned, casual styles inspired by the exuberant plant life of our lost forests, replaced by the concrete of the city. The unusual and contemporary palette of colours drifts between shades of grey in dusty urban areas, barren, concrete debris, and shiny, polished marble. The colours are used for both sexes, with a subtle mixture of earth shades mixed with urban decoration in greys and blacks. Ebony and coffee brown have a firm, intense characteristic, which is emphasized by the greys and greens in washed leathers or worn suede, strengthening the label's DNA with metallic details, which are soft yet noticeable in harmony with the inspiration. In the coming SS18/FW18 seasons, there will be several ideas running through the entire collection, with new proposals to reflect Nobrand's 30 th anniversary. Since NOBRAND Born in 1988, Nobrand has become famous for its timeless effort to seek reset technologies from day one, thereby helping to create a turning point in the traditional Portuguese style of shoe manufacturing, a concept that has become increasingly more international. Having the ability to permanently reinvent the classics is one of its most important features. With young, modern an irreverent spirit, Nobrand is present in over 20 markets, from China to Canada, passing through Germany. The brand has a turnover of 14 million euros a year and employs about 120 workers. Nobrand Máximo Internacional Imp. Exp., S.A. Lugar da Longra, Rande, Felgueiras t w. shop.nobrand.pt

34 MICAELA OLIVEIRA BOTERO For her autumn/winter collection, Micaela Oliveira was inspired by an artist from Colombia: Fernando Botero. One of her greatest concerns is the violence in Latin America, which is expressed in her designs by the extravagance, sensuality and voluminous figures recognised worldwide. The aspects to be noted in this collection are intrinsically linked to the theme proposed, and are revealed in details and combinations of raw materials. The techniques of handling the materials reflect the dynamic of the collection. While the construction techniques become important to refer us to the theme. The silhouettes reflect the curves shaped by the fabrics that cover the body, creating static, slightly rigid shadows. They feature opposites complemented by semi-oversize fitting designs and coordinates as well as strong anatomical designs. The colours selected include nude, black and colour rays, reflecting the essence of the concept. The neutral shades reflect the pale, warm delicacy of women in all its plenitude. This collection aims at expressing its theme as an aphorism where images and words unveil the synergistic dichotomy between work and life, between the designer and the woman. It also aims at going through the different stages of the designer's life, mastered by time and space circumstances. The narrative evoked here is an ode to women's beauty. MICAELA OLIVEIRA Micaela Oliveira s work includes a unique range of designs, from bridal wear and haute couture to prêt-à-porter, as well as other projects she has taken part in during her 20-year career. The Portuguese stylist s unparalleled vision brings to life the desires, dreams and fantasies of the countless women who visit her studio. Over the years, the fashion designer has introduced a new aesthetic sense in bridal wear, which is characterised by its unaffected exuberance, elegance and sensuality. This revolution in bridal wear has been a benchmark for the national panorama due to her innovative and daring intervention, not bound to the conventions normally associated with this area. One of the creative minds most popular with public personalities, Micaela Oliveira is recognised as an incontrovertible icon of elegance, charm and sophistication. In her international career, could be outlined Micaela Oliveira's participation in events such as Mozambique Fashion Week, Angola Fashion Week, Bridal Week. in Barcelona, or Colombiatex, in Colombia. Rua D.Pedro V- Edifício Bruxelas, loja 10, 1160, Trofa t e. info@micaelaoliveira.com w. www-micaelaoliveira.com i. micaelaoliveiraoficial f. facebook.com/micaelaoliveiraatelier p. pinterest.com/atelierbymo

35 LION OF PORCHES ROYAL MOUNTAIN Lion of Porches presents the theme ROYAL MOUNTAIN. A season on the mountain, a landscape of frozen snow, harsh and inspiring. A collection for a warm winter, filled with emotions and adventures. Enjoying the mountains wrapped in snow and the wild, exceptional nature. A relaxed environment, with the striking elegance and personality of Lion of Porches. An optimistic and colourful collection, very rich in real and heraldic patterns, with traditional British check suggesting a strong patriotic heritage. Tartans conjugated with pied de poule, colourful stripes and floral patterns in textiles and knits. A mix of patterns and an original yet harmonious fusion of items stand out. In this season, the traditional colours of the brand - red, navy and beige - mixes with greens, bordeaux and yellow in all lines of the collection. The attitude and versatility of the pieces is revealed in the mixture of colours, patterns, textures and fittings with different cuts. A contemporary approach to fashion in line with today's experience of dynamism and diversity, the taste for unique things, from the classic to the relaxed, from the most unpretentious to the most irreverent. LION OF PORCHES LION OF PORCHES is a British-inspired clothing label for men, women and children. Pensada para quem aprecia um colorido distinto e original, a Lion of Porches propõe um casual wear descontraído, sofisticado e de qualidade superior. This very urban label surprises due to the creativity of its collections, the elegant detail in each item and the elegance and comfort it provides every year. Our mission is to innovate and make our clients want more, contributing to their well-being, motivation and success. With a network of shops scattered throughout the country, Lion of Porches currently has 40 own label shops and is present in around 150 multi-brand shops. Em território estrangeiro é comercializada em Espanha, Reino Unido, França, Bélgica, Holanda, Luxemburgo, Suíça, Rússia, EUA, Angola, Moçambique, Irão, Dubai e Arábia Saudita. Rua Belmiro de Oliveira - Selho S. Lourenço (Headquarters) Guimarães Portugal t w. c. Marisa Queirós (Press and Public Relations) t e. marisaqueiros@lionofporches.pt c. Inês Padinha (Showpress) t e. inespadinha@showpress.pt

36 ANA SOUSA ANA SOUSA's fall/winter collection is aimed at women of various ages, urban, cosmopolitan women, sensitive to different cultures and geographic influences and attracted by fashion clothing and accessories proposals suitable for any time of the day, whether at work, on the street or at home. The proposals for the next cold season thus seek a symbiosis between the classic and pop, between plain and patterned, between warm and cool colours. With a sense that all is far away, but at the same time balanced, this collection is functional, ultra-modern and versatile. Jacquards outlined with shiny lurex or floral prints in soft delicate fabrics are the blank slates for the novelty of sweet shades, such as blush pink and light blue, embracing the more sober shades like navy and black and highlighting the more retro, sophisticated shapes. The more urban items have clean, smart cuts, without being overly minimalist. They build a tidy look with vibes of a varied palette of colours, including red as the warm colour and earth shades such as beige, brown and yellow. Elegance and femininity has to be always considered in a New Metropolis imposing an increasingly uncomplicated lifestyle where comfort is a cherished companion. In a more expressive, almost futuristic vision, the ANA SOUSA be young line is rich in free, roomy looks, in significant contrast to inside clothes that highlight the elegant feminine silhouette, defining a young woman who is affirmative in society, with a powerful style wherever she goes. ANA SOUSA Ana Sousa was born in Barcelos in She spent a short time in Póvoa de Varzim and then returned to Barcelos where, at the age of 16, she opened her first studio in her own home. She began by producing exclusive outfits to order, thus discovering her calling: fashion design. When she was 20, Ana Sousa was one of the founders of a clothing company, Flor da Moda Confecões SA. In 1992, Flor da Moda paid homage to the stylist by creating the ANA SOUSA label, making it available in multi-brand shops all over the country. In 1998, given the label s growing reputation in the markets, the company decided to focus on setting up a network of single-brand shops for the ANA SOUSA label. To achieve this aim, the first ANA SOUSA shop was opened in Lugo. This was the first of 59 shops that the label currently has in countries as diverse as Portugal, Spain, Luxembourg, South Africa and Switzerland, for example. Added to this strong presence in the single-brand commercial channel are the ANA SOUSA collections, which are present in over 310 multi-brand shops all over the world. Rua 1º de Maio, 239 Pereira Barcelos, Portugal t e. ana.sousa@anasousa.com

37 DIELMAR THE MASTER DIELMAR autumn-winter is inspired by the contrast between the austerity and the opulence of the Dutch Masters. THE MASTER collection suggests a reflection on modern daily life through Dutch Golden Age. A curatorship that combines realism, religion and tradition with elegance and enchantment, perpetuating the intrinsic values of DIELMAR legacy. Through a modern and purified attitude, the less-is-more stands out in the craftsmanship, with simple sartorial codes and a timeless minimalist design. The suits maintain their prominent visibility through the use of premium materials such as Pure Wools, Super 120 and 130, and mixtures of Virgin Wool and Cashmere. In coats, DIELMAR introduces new mixtures of Wool and Bamboo, and innovative mixtures of Wool, Silk and Linen. Fall brings the optimistic outlook of the collection, with comforting colour shades such as old rose, petroleum blue and bordeaux in rich textures and patterns, overlapping items by colour. A rich pallet of dark hues creates a personal connection that brings us back to a post-war gloom, through simple, refined and discreet forms. The silhouettes are softened with clean and functional details worked in premium fabrics where smart and casual meet. DIELMAR's collection for the winter season stands out for the touches of class and refinement that culminate in a collection that becomes a real work of art. DIELMAR DIELMAR restructured its design department in order to train young designers, giving them the opportunity to be part of a multidisciplinary team. In addition to developing their creative activity, this also allowed them to study and learn more about the design and development of patterns, the construction of the items and research into materials. Each collection focuses not only on creative design in its many technical aspects, but also on pattern making and ergonomics, on comfort and the quality of construction of the items and materials. For this autumn/winter collection , the fashion designers Nair Xavier and Rita Gaspar stand out. Youth, dynamism and creativity are the keys of this styling team. A multidisciplinary team that works daily to give contemporary man the highest quality, with great comfort and style. These young women already leave a promising track in DIELMAR, in the way they understand and reconcile fashion in the masculine world and the trends of an executive man. The styling department presents, with new ideas and solutions, the design and modeling of the pieces for the next fall-winter and gives life to a fashion project that has long crossed national borders and is already in more than 20 countries, worldwide. Sociedade Industrial de Confeções DIELMAR, SA Largo do Chafariz Velho - Ap. 8, Alcains, Portugal c. Marta Carvalho Communication and Marketing t e. mcarvalho@dielmar.pt w.

38 MIGUEL VIEIRA REFLEX REFLECTIONS Are the clothes you wear a reflexion of yourself or a reflexion of how someone else sees you in them? You dress yourself with emotional influences, transmitting visual perceptions, like in a game of mirrors and define how and what is seen. COLOURS Dark grey; light grey; black; navy blue; red; and marshmellow white. SILHOUETTE Structured slim tailoring suits; relaxed overcoats; and sharp trousers for man. Slim silhouette; volume contrasts; maxi and mini sizes; structured pieces; and oversized pieces for women. MATERIALS Wools; fake fur; tailoring fabrics; checked fabrics; thin striped fabrics; cashmere; mohair; 140S fabrics; alpaca; neoprene; knits; tech fabrics; fake leather; lace; and jerseys. DETAILS Printed tailoring fabrics; personalized prints; fabrics mixing; layering casual elements with tailored ones; pleating; fabrics and knits manipulation; and printed fake leather. ACCESSORIES Leather shoes; leather bags; leather folders; and leather keychains.