Gemma Kahng, Fashion Week El Paseo 2015’s finale designer, grew up in South Korea, eventually moving to New York to launch her first collection in 1989, shooting to prominence when it was featured in Vogue.
Since then, Kahng’s aesthetic has consistently offered an edgy, art-inspired, handcrafted take on feminine fashion. Each piece is a work of art on its own or as an exceptional complement to other wardrobe pieces.
Photography: Harold Julian Creative Director/stylist: Jules Moore Model: Tong/Next Model Management L.A. Hair: Daniel Willoughby Makeup: Annie Ing Photo Assistant: Mike Peru Styling Assistant: Levi Elliott Location scout: Chad Nordma
White top with cutout silk flowers and beading by Gemma Kahng, price upon request. Vintage Modernist Square Bangle, at Flow Modern Design, Palm Springs.
Photo by Harold Julian
White leather and silk ruffle top, black patent leather bolero, neoprene leggings, and gloves by Gemma Kahng, prices upon request. Pixie boots by Diane von Furstenberg, price upon request, at Saks Fifth Avenue, Palm Desert.
Photo by Harold Julian
White goatskin and leather jacket with beading , white leather shorts, and leggings by Gemma Kahng, prices upon request. Boots by Stuart Weitzman, price upon request, at Stuart Weitzman, Palm Desert.
Photo by Harold Julian
Black beaded silk gazar top and long white pleated tulle skirt by Gemma Kahng, prices upon request.
Photo by Harold Julian
Black butterfly lace and silk ruffle ress and gloves by Gemma Kahng, prices upon request. Boots by Stuart Weitzman, price upon request, at Stuart Weitzman, Palm Desert.
Photo by Harold Julian
White goatskin, leather, and Tibetan lamb coat by Gemma Kahn.
Photo by Harold Julian
Black lace and silk ruffle coat, black knife-pleated silk skirt, and black lace gloves by Gemma Kahng, prices upon request.
Photo by Harold Julian
White goatskin, leather, and Tibetan lamb coat by Gemma Kahng, price upon request.
