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Romy Hourani Looks to the The Hamptons for Spring 2018

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The Hampton Feels Rose dress by Romy Collection. Courtesy of Romy Collection.

As the year begins to heat up so do It girls and their fashion game. Hailing from California to the Middle East, Romy Hourani is fast becoming a signature name on the style set with her brand Romy Collection. Loved by names including Karen Wazen B and Mona Kattan, her vintage-inspired pieces make for the perfect investment. Her latest collection Hampton Feels draws on this vibe enriching it with inspiration from old Hollywood. With feminine silhouettes and a palette perfect for the season ahead, the designer gives us an exclusive look at the collection.

How did you get into the world of fashion?

I have always been working in fashion it feels. It began in high school in Rome where I interned at a fashion magazine once a week after school. Moving to New York I worked as an assistant buyer at Henry Bendel whilst I was studying fashion styling at FIT. I also worked on styling projects with several photographers and also styled models during NYFW.

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The Hampton Feels Bardot by Romy Collection. Courtesy of Romy Collection.

What made you take the leap to launch Romy Collection?

I designed a few pieces here and there that friends and family members loved and bought from me. Then I created a few more pieces for a pop up which sold out. My friend Donna Hourani really encouraged me to go for it as it’s something I love and obsess over.

 Where do you find your inspiration?

I find my inspiration everywhere. A song, music is so inspiring to me. An artist. An old black and white picture. Vintage pieces. I always imagine where that woman was going, what was she feeling, who was she?

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The Hampton Feels Goldie skirt by Romy Collection. Courtesy of Romy Collection.

How did you come up with all of the different silhouettes?

I wanted long dresses and long skirts. I wanted everything to move. The pieces really flow, which I love. I find it so feminine. I brought back some of my best sellers. The Mariana in a gorgeous yellow vintage shade and the Pamela in a pale yellow. I also did light airy pants that also feel easy and super feminine. I love to play with lightness. I don’t like when pieces feel heavy on the body.

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The Hampton Feels Sandra dress by Romy Collection. Courtesy of Romy Collection.

 

 

What’s next for Romy Collection?

I’ve already started working on my next collection. I don’t stop! I get inspired and I start working on mood boards, and color stories.

The Hampton Feels Romy Collection is available at RomyCollection.com 

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