Photography courtesy of Julian Change Design.
his art and design in fashion. As it became his passion,
his mother realized he needed to go to the United
States to attend fashion design school. Julian
graduated from The Miami Art Institute in Miami, Florida
as a stand-out student.
He has served internships doing fashion illustrations for
several magazines, and free-lancing design for men’s,
children’s clothes, and swim-wear. After graduating he
Luxe Beat Magazine recently had the opportunity to learn
more about this young talent through an interview:
Tell us about your newest
collection. Where did you find
your inspiration? How would
you define the style your line
exemplifies?
became an Assistant Designer for sports-wear and
within eight months was named Head Designer. This
rapid advancement gave him the confidence to go off
on his own and create his own small evening collection
under his own label “Julian Chang”. Julian has received
top honors including MIFW Pret-a-Porter Designer of
the Year, Pret-a-Porter Style Award, Ebenzer Award of
Honor World Fashion in Korea, Florida International’s
Designer Star Winner, Vogue En Espanol Designer’s
Choice Award, and Cadillac Luxury Lifestyle Award.
I just completed my Fall 2014 Collection I am very excited
about the Collection because I was able to locate new fabrics
with interesting textures. The Collection was inspired by an
Uptown City Girl with touches of femininity and a hint of
innocence. The style is modern and romantic with simple lines
and an intricate mix of fabrics.
What does fashion mean to you?
Fashion is my reason for being. It is the foundation of my lifestyle
and makes me feel excited, creative, and as if I am giving back of
myself to others.
Women’s Wear Daily selected Chang as the “Up and
Coming Ready-to-Wear Designer to Watch.” He is also
the Gen Art Fresh Faces Award winner, and recipient of
The Key to the City of Miami Beach, Vox Out Award,
How would you define your
and AI Alumni Wall of Fame. In 2010 Julian opened the
personal style?
Miami Fashion Week International and was awarded for
Practical and sophisticated. I feel comfortable in Alexander
his Ready to Wear Collection. In regards to his
McQueen when I am in a casual environment. In more formal
commun