It Won’t be Like This Forever

BARZAGA invites us for a dialog about identify, individuality and self-expression with its latest collection.

Updated 02:26 pm EDT, August 26, 2024

Published 01:44 pm EDT, August 26, 2024

Creative Direction: Alejandro Barzaga, Maile Castaneda
Models: Anaely Rivero, Jenny Cruz (Sara Bremer)
Hair & make-Up Artist: Flavia Almuina
Photographer: Flávio Iryoda
Production Assistants: Rkia El Mountassir, Alvarito Rivero, Emmanuel Castaneda
Location: Ingraham Building

In a world increasingly dominated by divisive opinions, extremism, and hypocrisy, emerging fashion brands are charting a bold new course by embracing diversity and inclusivity. They recognize that style transcends traditional gender labels and cultural norms. Leading this transformative shift is BARZAGA, a brand that epitomizes the move toward unity and open-mindedness. At the helm, Creative Director Alejandro Bárzaga champions individuality and fluidity, celebrating each person’s unique journey and expression.

BARZAGA is more than just fashion; it is a canvas for self-expression unbounded by the constraints of gender roles and societal expectations. Alejandro Bárzaga’s vision is to create a space where fashion is a language that speaks to everyone, fostering a sense of belonging and acceptance. By redefining what contemporary style means, BARZAGA invites us all to participate in a fashion revolution that prioritizes personal identity and authenticity above all.

BARZAGA’s latest collection reimagines garments traditionally associated with male fashion, tailoring them to celebrate and empower the female form. This innovative approach to design is a powerful demonstration of how fashion can transcend conventional boundaries, creating a space where women can embrace styles that were once off-limits.

The collection is a testament to empowerment, showcasing that garments do not define gender. Still, instead, the individual establishes the garment. Each piece in the collection stands as a symbol of strength and confidence, inviting women to express themselves freely and authentically.

By blending masculine cuts with feminine aesthetics, BARZAGA champions a new era of inclusivity, where fashion becomes a universal language of empowerment.

The Editorial

Ultimately, BARZAGA’s collection fosters a dialogue about gender, identity, and the evolving landscape of fashion. This collection also emphasizes the fluidity of fashion, inviting us to explore new silhouettes and personal expressions to challenge sartorial norms. Alejandro’s latest collection will be featured soon in our next edition (AVESSA Mag Winter 2024); don’t miss it.

Ava Svobodová

Associate Editor, Culture

In the era of misinformation, Ava's single objective is to celebrate fashion, emerging talents, diversity, and inclusion. Also, she attempts to open an honest dialogue around the controversial and hypocritical matters that torment groups or nations, discussing facts rather than mere ideologies or idiocracies. Ava is also an avid ice cream connoisseur.

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