SS24 CPHFW Talk Series – Changing the Perception of Beauty

Our SS24 talk series with Vogue Business as media partner make up a vital element of the official schedule each season, representing an opportunity to dig deeper into wider issues facing fashion.

The talk activates the global network of Copenhagen Fashion Week, inviting industry leaders from a variety of organizations and practices to speak across the topics at hand.

Furthermore, Copenhagen Fashion Week is excited to announce Vogue Business as an official media partner, who will use their global audience to amplify the reach of the talks that will be launched as podcasts post release.

Topic: Changing the Perception of Beauty
To explore: What obstacles and opportunities are facing modern definitions of beauty in an increasingly fractured society?

 

Moderator:

Lucy Maguire, Senior Trends Editor, Vogue Business

Lucy Maguire is senior trends editor at Vogue Business. Alongside her focus on fashion consumer trends, digital strategies and youth culture, Lucy leads the Vogue Business Next-Gen Edit, spotlighting emerging brands and startups across the fashion and beauty industries. She has previously worked with the Vogue Global Network, Suzy Menkes and British Vogue.

 

Panelists:

Imane Asry, Creative & Diversity Consultant and Digital Content Creator

Imane Asry, known as @fashionwithfaith on Instagram, is a fashion influencer from Stockholm now based in Copenhagen, creative & diversity consultant , and digital content creator. With her unique style and Scandinavian modest fashion approach, she inspires women worldwide. Imane's fashion expertise and commitment to diversity and inclusion earned her the "Look of the Year 2020" award at the Swedish Elle Gala. She has been featured in several media outlets such as Vogue, Elle, and has collaborated with brands like Cos, Arket, and Valentino. Imane Asry has collaborated with Swedish retailer NA-KD on a successful design collection and was recognized as one of Sweden's top inclusive co-creation collaborators through her impactful campaign with Swedish interior design company Jotex. Imane's influence and impact in the fashion industry are undeniable, making her a true icon in the world of modest fashion.

Jackie Kankam, Senior Director, Sustainability and Social Impact, Deciem

In 2020 Jackie joined Deciem and The Ordinary as Senior Director of Sustainability and Social Impact at Deciem. Jackie leads the overarching company initiatives towards doing good to our people, planet, and animals. Jackie’s role develops, communicate, and execute the sustainability strategy across internal departments and external stakeholders, collaborating on all facets of the business and needs. Their work has been recognized by industry leaders, winning The Best Ethical Initiative for the Community and Family Funds, as well as the voting and protesting days available to the Deciem family in the Marie Claire Sustainability Awards 2021. Jackie also won the Meaningful Business 100 Award in 2022, joining a community of individuals recognized for their work combining profit and purpose to help achieve the United Nations Global Goals.

Osama Al Naser, Content Creator & Model

Model and influencer Osama will be joining the panel to talk about his experiences and learnings from the fashion industry. Osama has worked with several fashion brands, and have the recent years participated in numerous panel talks teaching the youth and politicians about digital violations.