Patrik Rzepski :: New York Fashion Week Spring Summer 2009 featuring Patrik Rzepski
A few seasons ago Patrik Rzepski put razor blades in his invitations and on the bodies of tall rail-thin girls. He was written up in the New York Times when he was 20 and based an entire collection on Myra Hindley, a woman who murdered adolescents with her boyfriend. Okay, so he's a little dark... kind of like a giant razor himself, but he must be one made of gummy bears, because it seems that these stories attract Rzepski, not only because of the absurd brutality, but because of their tragedy... which in the Shakespearean world, always goes hand in hand with a kind of ironic, fragile, and complex beauty. more...
New York Fashion Week Spring 2008 :: Patrik Rzepski featuring Patrik Rzepski
There will never be a time when either of these items will be out of style. It remains a staple in many people's wardrobes (of a certain ilk and cool, that is) and what makes these versions of a classic unique is the attention to tailoring and small details which transform these garments from everyday to uber-hip. [Kelley Quan] more...
New York Fashion Week Fall 2007:: Patrik Rzepski featuring Patrik Rzepski
For Mr. Rzepski, fashion is a family affair, his Mom and Dad, sister and friends all coming together to help with every aspect of the show. It is a very intimate and personal presentation and one can't help but have the feeling that it's no accident that he has such a loyal and dedicated support team. His work and enthusiasm seem to be a catalyst for others who are inspired by his talent. [Kelley Quan] more...
New York Fashion Week Spring 2007 :: Patrik Rzepski featuring Patrik Rzepski
The collection displayed a new sense of maturity and ease. Departing from last seasons black box theater, Rzepski chose the ultra minimal and white Scandanavia house for his presentation. [Rania Abu Eid] more...
New York Fashion Week Fall 2006 :: Patrik Rzepski featuring Patrik Rzepski
As we sat in the black box theater, the remix for Nirvana's "Smells Like Teen Spirit" couldn't have been more appropriate as barely there grungy t-shirt dresses hung from the models lanky bodies. Tartan plaid accented many hoodies and skirts, while Rzepksi's signature t-shirts displayed a male and female head with sharp lines banded across their eyes. more...