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The Interview
Q:What is F.O.F.F.?
A:
F.O.F.F. is a new old idea for a label that has been sitting in my mind for a long time. Part of it has
been used in the 2006's Volution collection (upon which the cut for study Nr.1 - [F.O.F.F.] proconsul
was designed). In 2007 after receiving good reactions with 'James Dean' I decided go on with the
F.O.F.F. concept(developed already in 2004*) and translate it into a label/brand in the future.
The F.O.F.F. themselves are an abstract pocket-dolls- action-figures. Each F.O.F.F. comes with its own
'Nation of F.O.F.F.' passport and a feel good story/ background information that is based on his character.
In total I already have between 30-40 different Foff species right now.
Q: How do you come up with these species? Can you give us a few examples?
A: I tend to let my imagination run wild with stories and ideas and use my previous work with the concept as inspiration for
the different models and F.O.F.F. personas/species. Also the choice of fabric plays a role in creating a new species and vice versa.
for example a black silver fur version of 'James Dean' bacame a 'Wolver F.O.F.F.' - "An aggressive creature, half F.O.F.F. half WOLF! likes to
harass Chihuahuas and other similar rodents". Another way I create foffs is by recycling old clothes, this is my 'designer's clothing' line
which foffs are created from old clothes of designers and artists I know. For example the 'Agent Orange' species was made
out of a shrunken and old orange woolen hat.
Q:In what way did the fashion world influence your work with the F.O.F.F.?
A:
I reflect a lot about the fashion world in my work, in the case of the F.O.F.F. becuase I very much like the rhythm
of the fashion world, I decided to present the 'collection' in the format of an intimate fashion show.
With only 20 seats per show this format becomes an interactive fashion experience, a parody on the fashion world,
for 20 lucky souls, it's fun, it's underground, yet very uplifting.
Q:And in the future?
A:
Most brands I know started with garments and then over the years move to matching accessories. That's
why my mind is set on starting with the accessories (the F.O.F.F. pocket dolls), and then in due
course move to matching suits and garments with big spacey and comfortable pockets.
F.O.F.F. S.H.O.P. coming soon.
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