(C) F Newsmagine This story was originally published by F Newsmagine and is unaltered. . . . . . . . . . . Slay Station: “Fashion is a reflection of my inner self” [1] ['Anastasia Elektra'] Date: 2024-04-02 12:00:31+00:00 SAIC fashion student Lindsay Protosaltis (BFA 2025) on her journey and philosophy By Featured, SAIC Greetings, fellow students! I’m Anastasia Elektra, also known as Mily C, a second year student from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago’s fashion department. Welcome to my new column for F Newsmagazine that addresses the transformative power of fashion. This column aims to empower everyone to utilize clothing as a tool for self-discovery and authentic expression. Our school is a vibrant community of unique individuals, and I want to celebrate that through in-depth interviews and features. Through this column, we’ll delve into a student’s relationship with fashion, exploring how clothing empowers them to project their true selves to the world. Let’s be inspired! After reading these interviews , I hope you’ll be encouraged to leverage the transformative power of fashion for your own personal journey. After all, just like me — when I slip into a black dress, I feel the essence of a Versace woman — everyone has the capacity to express their inner fashionista. Our inaugural interview for the column features Lindsay Protosaltis, a captivating junior majoring in fashion. Let’s explore her unique style! MC: Lindsay, tell us about your outfit today. LP: This top is actually from Target, but with a personal touch! I gave it a little DIY magic after borrowing it from a friend (funny story, her house had a fire!). MC: Who are your fashion icons? LP: Thierry Mugler and Vivienne Westwood are definite favorites. Interestingly, I don’t rely on social media for inspiration. I believe in dressing for myself, not external influences. MC: Can you elaborate on your fashion journey? LP: It began with my love for hairdressing, a passion instilled by my grandmother, a hairstylist herself. My artistic side likely comes from my dad, who attended Pratt Institute for Engineering. Guess creativity runs in the family! MC: What about your favorite designers? LP Definitely Mugler! I adore winter fashion — the layering creates a sense of elegant comfort. Vivienne Westwood is another favorite. Her documentary, “The Painted Ladies,” particularly resonates with me, especially the episode “Abbot Luxury and Frivolity.” MC: Do you have any signature fashion tricks? LP: I’m a dedicated shorts-wearer, even in winter! When you wear something you feel confident in, it radiates. Your body knows what it wants, and it’s about embracing that feeling. MC: What’s your favorite movie? LP: Alice in Wonderland! It embodies the spirit of exploration and pushing boundaries. MC: Describe your fashion philosophy in a sentence. Lindsay: Fashion is a reflection of my inner self — a way to express different facets of who I am. Fashion is about figuring out what’s inside your head. Fashion shows different versions of myself. Each outfit means a new day, representing a new version of myself. Also, a side note, keep going forward and don’t ask questions, trust yourself, MC: What’s your career plan? Lindsay: Costume design is my dream career! I’m actively preparing for a future in LA or New York City, and my supportive artist boyfriend keeps me motivated. [END] --- [1] Url: https://fnewsmagazine.com/2024/04/slay-station-fashion-is-a-reflection-of-my-inner-self/ Published and (C) by F Newsmagine Content appears here under this condition or license: Creative Commons CC BY-NC-ND 3.0. via Magical.Fish Gopher News Feeds: gopher://magical.fish/1/feeds/news/fnews/