11/09/2024
In light of the announcement of Glenn Marten's departure from , a story from Crash 81 ‘Radical Youth’ issue. Martens who had the role of creative director at for 11 years, was announced to step down from the role last week September 6, 2024. Back in 2017, Crash interviewed Martens and discussed his fashion background, how he came into the role of creative director and his various influences.
Martens recounts his introduction to fashion, “At 21, I had a degree but I was far too young to get work. I discovered the Academy in Antwerp during school trips because its such a beautiful building. I thought that fashion sounded fun, so I sat for the entrance exam with my portfolio of chairs and kitchens, and they let me in. It was rough going at first, because I had absolutely no fashion culture.”
Martens’ artistic vision brought a new life to Y/Project, gaining the label critical acclaim and commercial success through his experimental proportions and inventive detailing. In 2017, Martens won the Grand Prix. He continues to display his innovative perspective and bears great impact already.
Read the full interview at Crash.fr - link in bio.
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