Toco Fashion at the MFS Talent 2015 Fashion Show, Edinburgh

The Metropolitan Fashion Show’s Designer Talent 2015 event is fast approaching with just 4 days until Scotland’s finest fashion newcomers go head to head on the catwalk.

Toco Fashion is one of the six fantastic designers we have on the bill for the night who will be exhibiting their latest collections in the hopes of being awarded Fashion Talent 2015.

Toco Fashion is run by fabulous headwear designer Toshiko Cave who designs and creates bespoke hats, headpieces, and corsages, and always instils her pieces with couture elegance combined with a fun and quirky Japanese influence.

We spoke to Toshiko to find out more about what influences her designs and what thoughts are behind Toco Fashion.

What is your brand, Toco Fashion, all about?

I would describe it as London or Tokyo-level highly innovative designed bespoke fashion with a warm Scottish level of service and a dash of Japanese spice.

Sum up your new collection in one sentence.

Modern classic with a twist.

What do you think makes your brand, and especially your new collection, unique?

The variety of modern and classic designs in our matching Hats and Dresses collection.

Who/what are you inspired by?

I am inspired by Dior, Chanel, and most recently Alexander McQueen

What advice do you have for new designers looking to launch a collection of their own?

Drawing is a great way to put your ideas together! Free your mind!

What does the Metropolitan Fashion Show Talent 2015 event mean to you? Why are you excited to take part?

I was curious when I first saw Metropolitan Fashion Show and have wanted to work with (Director) Farah even since. Finally, here I am.

  

Where would you like to be in 5 years’ time?

I would love to have a much bigger work space with an organized display area and a beautiful view, somewhere in Scotland.

Where can we see you next?

I mainly design and make hats for my customers, but you can come to see me anytime as I work from my studio at home. Just make an appointment!

We can’t wait to see Toshiko’s designs on the catwalk! You can get tickets for the MFS Talent 2015 catwalk show here, or visit the Talent 2015 event page for more information.