Fashion travel 2024: where designers and stylists will look for inspiration in the new year
Despite the fact that winter is in full swing, many people are already planning summer vacations to the hottest destinations. It's no secret that popular designers and stylists set the trend for the most popular seasonal vacation destinations.
Famous designer and founder of LaQuan Smith LaQuan Smith said that in 2024 he is looking forward to a trip to Mumbai to immerse himself in the rich culture and see firsthand the complex embroidery process he uses in his collections, Elle writes.
The founder of Super Smalls, Maria Duenas Jacobs, shared her expectations that the year should be a time of great travel. Her family is planning a trip to Madrid so that the children can practice their Spanish and meet their extended family, with whom they have not yet had the opportunity to communicate. They also plan to go to an Atletico Madrid soccer match, as there is little that can compare to the energy of a Liga I match.
Zimmermann co-founder and creative director Niki Zimmermann shared her plans to visit the Saint Barthelemy Islands. She says it's the perfect place to escape the cold with a good balance of relaxation and fun. "Since it's a French island, I can also get a lot of my favorite beauty products," she shares her bold plans.
Sofia Sanchez de Betak, designer and founder of Chufy, emphasized that long-distance travel was not her priority after the pandemic. "But these days, the Canary Islands are calling to me - hiking, farms, soil, all the greenery," she shared her expectations for the upcoming vacation.
In turn, influencer Tina Leung notes that she plans to attend Paris Fashion Week in January. "And then I hope to go skiing somewhere in Europe, but I don't have any plans yet. I need to be in Milan in early February before New York Fashion Week, and then it starts all over again," says the famous blogger.
Writer and brand consultant Chrissy Rutherford says that her dream vacation destination for 2024 is the island of Ibiza. She says that the area has a reputation for parties and loud vacations. "But it's really what you think it is. The island can be so relaxing if you're looking for these types of experiences, like visiting Six Senses Ibiza, where there are a lot of wellness and therapeutic activities," she says.
Megababe founder and body acceptance advocate Katie Sturino boasts that she visited the Aeolian Islands in Sicily last summer. "I can't wait to go back and ride my scooter around this peaceful island and swim in the clearest water I've ever seen," she says.
In turn, fashion designer and founder of Gigi Burris Gigi Burris says that the last six months of her life have been dedicated to opening a new store, which has objectively limited her ability to travel. "Now that we're open, I'm ready to grab some straw hats and head to Negril to bask in the sun and jump off a cliff," she anticipates.
Collina Strada's creative director Hillary Taymour announces her trip to Seoul: "I am very excited to try interesting skin care treatments, such as stem cell facials and individual skin analysis. I love Korean cuisine and just want to try kimchi in different places."
Dr. Barbara Sturm, the founder of the brand, says that the Swiss village of Gstaad is beautiful in every season, because it has everything from swimming in the river and picking mushrooms to skiing in the mountains and hiking in the forest. It also has some of the best hotels as well as breathtaking mountain views, making it the perfect place to have lunch with friends. "I also love Le Grand Bellevue for its beautiful rooms, spa, which offers a variety of treatments," she added.
Jane Gottschalk, co-founder and creative director of Perfect Moment, is convinced that the perfect vacation is possible in Aspen, where the atmosphere is always magical. "Start the day in the ski cafe with a great coffee and French croissants. Enjoy some relaxation, or try to take away the tension in the new RAKxa spa. The best stop for a coffee or lunch is Ajax Tavern, right at the foot of Aspen Mountain," she lists the best places in the famous resort.
The Real Housewives of New York City star and ŌUSHQ founder Jessel Tank says that he plans to visit Mumbai to meet with several creative designers of the new shopping platform. "The attention to detail in Indian fashion is unparalleled. The hand embroidery you find there takes years to perfect," she explains.
La DoubleJ founder J. J. Martin says that after Milan Fashion Week, she planned a trip to Mustique, a small private island in the country of St. Vincent and the Grenadines. "The island's wildlife looks really powerful, so I plan to immerse myself not only in the water but also in the beautiful gardens and greenery," she says.
Carla Welch, stylist, creative director and co-founder of The Period Company, admits that the only place she wants to go is Dog Island in British Columbia, Canada. "We travel with our son and the dogs, and then spend the summer there as a family, swimming, eating, playing games - it's paradise," she recalls.
