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What\u2019s good, America? GRAZIA<\/em> USA asks fashion industry leaders and influential voices to share their secrets to a life well-lived: from the small delights of daily coffee orders to thought-provoking literature, and more complex topics like sustainability and social activism. Welcome to #GOODQuestions.<\/p>\n

Here, we chat with fashion designer, Christian Cowan, about his Fall Winter 2021 collection unveiled during NYFW.<\/p>\n

#GOODQuestions with Christian Cowan<\/h2>\n

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#GOODSource<\/strong>
\nHow was the process of sourcing and designing different this season compared to past seasons?<\/em>
\nIt was so different, sadly so much of the garment district has shut down. So, we had to work closely with the mills. The main difference was me being stuck in the UK throughout the entire season. The whole collection was done through the phone. It was a unique experience.<\/p>\n

#GOODInspo<\/strong>
\nWho or what was the source of inspiration for the collection?<\/em>
\nMy customers, I\u2019ve been really listening to what they want from us during the pandemic.<\/p>\n

#GOODLuck<\/strong>
\nDo you have any day of show rituals that bring you good luck?<\/em>
\nHonestly, I just need my oat milk mocha and I\u2019m happy as can be!<\/p>\n

#GOODLooks<\/strong>
\nWhat\u2019s your favorite look or piece from the collection and why?<\/em>
\nI adore the orange sequin drape dress with the matching leggings. We often create very structured pieces, so it was fun to do some draping this season.<\/p>\n

#GOODGirl<\/strong>
\nWho is the woman you design for? Who is your muse?<\/em>
\nShe\u2019s the woman who wants to be noticed, she loves a compliment and most of all she loves to be fabulous. My muse is my mother!<\/p>\n

#GOODPractice<\/strong>
\nWhat measures did your team take to work efficiently but stay safe while producing this collection? How has COVID-19 affected the way that your brand has approached fashion week and the presentation of new collections?<\/em>
\nWe have professionals administering rapid COVID tests before anyone steps on set. That is a must. And then of course lots of PPE! We could drop a socially distanced show, but it doesn\u2019t feel true to the brand! I\u2019d much rather create fun and creative films till we can do our shows again.<\/p>\n

#GOODCause<\/strong>
\nIn what way do you hope your collection makes a positive impact?<\/em>
\nI want our customers to feel optimistic about the roaring 20\u2019s to come!<\/p>\n

#GOODFeels<\/strong>
\nDo you think it\u2019s important virtual shows recreate the vibe of a show or create an entirely new experience?<\/em>
\nFor us, a totally new experience. We see it as an opportunity to show people new ways of viewing our collections.<\/p>\n

#GOODExperience<\/strong>
\nWere there any experiences or lessons that you\u2019ll take away from this unique season?<\/em>
\nThe importance of incredible wifi!<\/p>\n

#GOODMemories<\/strong>
\nTell us about a favorite fashion week memory.<\/em>
\nThere are so many, however Christina Aguilera running backstage and giving me a hug was a major moment.<\/p>\n

#GOODViews<\/strong>
\nWhat were you watching most while designing this season?<\/em>
\nI honestly watched Star Trek<\/em> (I\u2019m a nerd) and Aljazeera almost every day.<\/p>\n

#GOODMusic<\/strong>
\nCurrent fave songs you listened to while working on this collection?<\/em>
\nI\u2019ve been loving Slayyyter<\/em> and of course Chromatica<\/em> was one of the best releases of last year.<\/p>\n

#GOODMorning<\/strong>
\nWhat\u2019s your morning routine? What\u2019s the first app you open each day?<\/em>
\nFirst thing I do, kiss my boyfriend and have a coffee together. First app, WhatsApp!<\/p>\n

#GOODVibes<\/strong>
\nWho in your life brings you good vibes and positive energy every day?<\/em>
\nMy boyfriend Piers & my mother are constant sources of support.<\/p>\n

#GOODDay<\/strong>
\nWhat makes your day go from good to great?
\ninvoices. being. PAID!<\/p>\n

#GOODQuotes<\/strong>
\nQuote to live by? Quote you love?<\/em>
\nI really live by \u201cyou only live once,\u201d obvious but a helpful reminder. Favorite quote, \u201cMadness is seeing life as it is, not as it should be\u201d – Cervantes<\/p>\n

#GOODNews<\/strong>
\nBest news of the year for you so far?<\/em>
\nThat my Amazon order has been dispatched!<\/p>\n

#GOODBye2020<\/strong>
\nWhat won\u2019t you miss about last year?<\/em>
\nAll of it!<\/p>\n

#GOODReads<\/strong>
\nWhat’s the last good book you read?<\/em>
\nHonestly, haven\u2019t read a book in years! Does a Seamless menu count?<\/p>\n

#GOODGrace<\/strong>
\nWhat helps you connect with your inner grace and goodness?<\/em>
\nA workout and a bath.<\/p>\n

#GOODEats<\/strong>
\nWhat is your fave recipe to make?<\/em>
\nA Sunday roast!<\/p>\n

#GOODLife<\/strong>
\nDefine what a good life means to you.<\/em>
\nBeing healthy, happy and have animals around.<\/p>\n

#GOODNight<\/strong>
\nWhat is the last thing you do before bed?<\/em>
\nCheck my messages.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":28027,"featured_media":14764,"template":"","format":"standard","categories":[17,15,16],"yoast_head":"\nNYFW FW21: Interview With Christian Cowan - GRAZIA<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Here, GRAZIA gets personal with designer Christian Cowan about his FW21 collection released during NYFW and more.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/us\/articles\/goodquestions-with-christian-cowan\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"#GOODQuestions With Christian Cowan\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Here, GRAZIA gets personal with designer Christian Cowan about his FW21 collection released during NYFW and more.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/us\/articles\/goodquestions-with-christian-cowan\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"Grazia USA\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2021-03-11T07:24:56+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2021\/02\/CW.jpg?fit=1280%2C720\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"1280\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"720\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/jpeg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"4 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"WebPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/us\/articles\/goodquestions-with-christian-cowan\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/us\/articles\/goodquestions-with-christian-cowan\/\",\"name\":\"NYFW FW21: Interview With Christian Cowan - 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