Roksanda Ilincic, the visionary fashion designer hailing from London, has been handpicked as the latest guest curator for Sotheby’s prestigious art series, Contemporary Curated. Renowned for her fearless approach to color, cutting-edge textures, and audacious silhouettes, Ilincic has solidified her womenswear brand, Roksanda, as a beacon of style in London’s fashion scene since its establishment in 2005.
Ilincic’s artistic journey commenced with a strong foundation in Architecture and Applied Arts at the University of Belgrade, followed by a deep dive into womenswear design at Central Saint Martins. Drawing inspiration from iconic artists like Helen Frankenthaler, Le Corbusier, and Ellsworth Kelly, her creations exude an art-infused essence that serves as the cornerstone of her fashion philosophy. This artistic ethos shines through in the carefully curated selection of contemporary artworks handpicked by Ilincic for the upcoming Contemporary Curated auction.
The pieces selected by Ilincic embody her ‘female-centric’ design approach, with artists such as Amy Sillman capturing the very essence of her distinctive style. Alongside works from Imi Knoebel, Aleksandra Domanovic, and Anthony Caro, the chosen artworks showcase the strikingly contrasting textures that have become synonymous with Roksanda’s celebrated collections.
Reflecting on her design process, Ilincic expressed, “I view designing as an art form, and I consider texture, contrast, and especially color – sculpting the sleeves and other elements – as an artful practice.” She readily acknowledges the profound influence of art on her work, as critics and enthusiasts alike have attested to the powerful artistic elements present in her brand’s identity and creative process. For Ilincic, this recognition serves as a significant affirmation of her artistic approach to fashion.
The much-anticipated Sotheby’s Contemporary Curated auction, curated by the visionary Roksanda Ilincic, is scheduled to take place on 20 November in London. This groundbreaking collaboration between the realms of art and fashion promises to provide a fresh and distinctive perspective on contemporary creativity and the seamless connection between different artistic disciplines.
To learn more about Roksanda Ilincic’s innovative approach to fashion and art, visit her official website here. For additional information about Sotheby’s upcoming Contemporary Curated auction, please visit here.
