“I want to show that we exist in Paris.” Claudia Rivera makes space for Latino designers in French capital
LA TimesThis story is part of Image’s September Image Makers issue, celebrating some of the most daring and innovative artists working in fashion today. Claudia Rivera, a Peruvian-Parisian creative director and photographer, is known for building worlds in Paris that are colorful and communal, events that feel like a home away from home for the Latino community there. Rivera’s projects and photography are also an intersection of her cultures, with details inspired by her family or community, who are often her greatest subjects and audience, infused with the energy and street style of her hometown, Paris. Rivera organized the first monthlong Latino festival in Paris, Sabor Latino Month, by crowdfunding thousands of euros via other young Latinos in the city who were craving something like this, and eventually getting it Claudia wears Roberto Sanchez animal print suit, Maison Margiela Tabi shoes, Shilita Créations jewelry. Makeup Jade Benaim Hair Santa Mari Juanna Nails Alicia Faucher Special thanks Cecile Armand, Hélène Tchen, Manon Guerby, Santa Mari Juanna Lab Advertisement
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