SS25 CPHFW Talk Series – Creating spaces for expansion: the power of community

The SS25 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 will activate 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 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:

For a truly equitable fashion industry that can remain relevant in the future, community is essential in facilitating authentic connections and collaborations. By cultivating spaces for support, underrepresented voices, creators, and artists can not only begin to thrive, but also further the potential of inspiration, innovation, and cross-pollination across multiple industries.

 

Moderator:

Amelia Hoy, Actor & Activist

Amelia Hoy is an American-Danish actor who works passionately to promote representation, while developing Scandinavian performing arts and fashion narratives through expansion and inclusivity.

Panelists:

Claudia Cifu, Stylist & Creative Brand Consultant

Claudia Cifu is a Creative Brand Consultant and Stylist with over 20 years of experience in the apparel, fashion, and media. She built her career in New York by working for companies such as Madewell (J.Crew) and Anthropologie and publications such as Interview and The Fader Magazine. Since 2019, she has been based in her native Finland, focusing on expanding her work as a diversity and inclusivity consultant in media, advertising, and fashion. Claudia is a Co-founder of S2 magazine, an independent online publication dedicated to fashion, art, and culture, created and documented by and of ethnic and sexual minorities in Finland.

Dio Kurazawa, Co-founder, The Bear Scouts

Dio Kurazawa, a leading force against fashion waste, strives to reduce excess stock and promote responsible innovation throughout apparel, accessories and home goods production. As co-founder of The Bear Scouts, Dio aids manufacturers, brands, retailers in their adoption of responsible practices, dedicating extensive time to research and innovation within the supply chain.

Selma Kaci, Creative

Selma Kaci Sebbagh is a multifaceted content creator, creative director and passionate fashion enthusiast. She is French, raised in Paris with a Arabic heritage, and lived for three years in Copenhagen. Selma has made a name for herself in the fashion industry by merging functionality with style, and advocating for multiple causes through her platforms to her community.

George Gorg, Model & Actor

George Gorg is a trans model. She has advocated for LGBTQ+ rights and engaged in humanitarian work since the start of her career. George strives for unity, fostering loving connections and understanding between communities.