Bold & Vivid: The Untold Artistry of Printed Fabrics in Fashion
“Why are you so enamored with bold, vibrant prints?” I’ve heard this question countless times, especially given my NY roots, where the fashion norm leaned more monochromatic. The truth? LA happened to me.
Ah, Los Angeles—a chromatic eruption that electrified my creative palette. This isn’t New York; this is a place where time waltzes to a different rhythm, where business is a blend of laid-back lunches and sundrenched meetings. No one’s rushing here; even power plays are executed in flip-flops. The man of might in Hollywood doesn’t need a power suit; his gravitas walks in before he does. He’s not there to negotiate; he’s there as a mere courtesy to seal the already-done deal.
It was disorienting, to say the least. Like a fashion-forward fish thrown into an ocean of color. But as someone blessed with the knack for swift adaptation—even when deeply rooted in tradition—I seized the vibrant hues of my new environment as an epiphany.
This wasn’t just about LA’s laid-back aesthetic. It was about an unspoken language of self-expression, a rebellion against New York’s style orthodoxy. I found liberation, especially during awards season when even the strictest fashion mandates are tossed out the window.
And then came that defining moment—a fabric shopping escapade led me to a print so compelling that it felt like destiny. I designed my first LA dress and as I stepped back, it hit me: this print had its own narrative. Who was the artist behind it? What kind of alchemy of colors and shapes were they thinking of? That print wasn’t just a backdrop; it was a story, an unsung symphony.
Prints aren’t just textiles; they’re tapestries woven by unseen artists. They’re not just about aesthetic allure but also about the nuanced interplay between pattern and hue, the hidden complexity, the unsung hero behind the fashion scene. That’s why I adore prints—they’re a fusion of artistic souls, including my own.
So, if you ever wonder why Mochachino collections are a kaleidoscope of prints, it’s because every print is a story—spoken in the language of art, waiting to be worn, and remembered.
Because, remember, all good statements are remembered in print.
Sabre Mochachino
Founder | Creative Director, MBDC