Darya Interview

DW__What's your name? How old are you and where do you live?
My name is Darya Kamalova, I am always 17 (already 6 years ;) . Untill 21 I lived in Russia, Samara. Last 2 years I live in Milan.

DW__When did you started blogging?
I've started 1,5 month ago, it becomes more and more popular day by day and I'm so proud of it!

DW__How did you come up with the idea?
I have had this idea already for half a year, but I could not invent the name of the blog. When I did it - I've started.

DW__Could you introduce your blog?
My blog is my soul. I write about me, about my trips, my life, my point of view on fashion. It's like "my little world" which I can share with those who are interested in it.

DW__What is fashion for you?
Fashion is an art. Textures, shapes, materials... They can tell a story, create a picture, a whole world!

DW__According to you, what is the most significant period for women's fashion?
I think NOW! cause now fashion is changing so much! and people (like bloggers) - they create it! It's the time of mix&match!! I'm in love with this period.

DW__What do you think about the influence of fashion bloggers in the fashion world?
Their "word" becomes more and more important day by day. They are very powerfull.

DW__Do you believe that one day they'll replace the fashion magazine or do you think it's just ephemeral ?
No. They will not replace it, it's a bit different. "Fashion blogging" is a culture, a special one.

DW__Your indispensable items ?
High heels

DW__Where do you get your ideas from?
From the world around me. From the smiles on the street and good weather. From art and music. Ideas are everywhere, you should only pay attention.

DW__What is your greatest inspiration?
Books.

DW__How important is it for you to look your best and why?
Yes, it's important! Because I am a woman first of all! and a woman MUST to be always the best.

DW__Who would qualify to be an icon?
I don't create icons for myself, but I can tell that I like The Blonde Salad, Fashion Toast, Karla's Closet, Nicoletta, Intrigue me now, Kyklamasha, Late afternoon.

DW__According to you, what makes a blog successful?
Good style and smiles.

DW__A fashion advice?
Be yourself, find your unique style, don't "run after fashion".

DW__Who is your favourite designer?
YSL, McQueen

DW__If you had to choose one pair of shoes what would it be and why?
YSL Tribtoo. Cause they are PERFECT.

DW__Websites? blogs? other links?
Look up on the question about fashion icons.

DW__3 words to discribe fashion?
changable, unexpected, exiting.

DW__One last/final word?
Always believe in your dreams!

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