ODDA Conversations

Nicklas Skovgaard is an exploration of the self and a deep understanding of the human experience. His brand started as a way to find calmness and peace and now transcends mere garments. After working in the interior design industry, a sick leave and a career change led Nicklas to create unexpected combinations and explore new paths. As he learned to weave by himself, he created the first braids of this new journey with a simple loom, where every thread woven is a declaration of self-love and self-discovery, representing the quest for expression and creation. We sat down with Nicklas in his studio in Copenhagen, to discuss his brand, his inspiration for Madonna and his mom, the subtle dance between art, craft, and the dreamlike narrative that de!nes his label.

One early January morning, while the snow was still falling down in Paris, Stephanie D’heygere cleared her throat on camera. In her hand was a mug of tea to keep her company. Beyond the view presented on screen, a sunflower-shaped lamp stood tall on what seemed like a fireplace behind her. It seems that the flora and beautiful objects that ornament Stephanie will never escape her immediate periphery. This idea of beauty–one that seeps into and away from the jewelry designer–is done with ease. Second nature even. As such, it only makes sense that beauty holds no structural meaning at her namesake label, D’heygere. The designs are first conceptualized with a unique story, holding multi-functionality at the heart of each piece that exits D’heygere’s atelier door

Paramount Pictures' is set to release "Mean Girls" theatrically on January 12, 2024, from directors Arturo Perez Jr. and Samantha Jayne. The husband and wife filmmaker duo will be making their feature directorial debut with their delicious take on the hilariously classic 2004 comedy. The duo meets with ODDA ahead of the film's release to talk about their approach on adding their own spin to the story, their casting process, and how they became entangled with Tina Fey.

Focused on a diverse range of brands, as well as a diverse group of consumers, Tomorrow amplifies the voices of designers within the fashion market. Co-founder and CEO, Stefano Martinetto, sits down to discuss the trajectory of this market and the domain that they are intent on pursuing. Reflecting on the vision of Tomorrow, aimed at being the “independent record label” for fashion brands, Martinetto also reminisces on his humble beginnings in the industry. Having started as a designated sandwich maker and fitting “mannequin” for his father’s showroom during his teenage years, he has worked his way up to create a company that supports and elevates the purpose-driven and value-oriented entrepreneurial creatives of tomorrow.

If there is a brand that has successfully achieved subjective ambiguity, whereby anyone viewing is able to place themselves, their emotions or their desires into carefully curated collections, it is Completedworks. Using sustainable materials to establish shape and structure, Completedworks hones into the expressive nature of its pieces to capture the indefinite aura of movement. Emerging as a jewelry line in 2013 before expanding into the realm of homeware, Completedworks founder and Artistic Director, Anna Jewsbury, places her community and family at the forefront of her creative vision–a vision that she continues to refine and elevate a decade later. Jewsbury gets comfortable with ODDA to speak about first impressions, the processes of planning and execution and the importance of “future-proofing” in modern society.

we explored the process that creates the world’s finest cotton. During our time there, we explored the SUPIMA Cotton Gin and the farms where the long staple fibres are birthed. In turn, we were educated on the processes of cotton production and the levels of surety placed to ensure its best classing.

we explored the process that creates the world’s finest cotton. During our time there, we explored the SUPIMA Cotton Gin and the farms where the long staple fibres are birthed. In turn, we were educated on the processes of cotton production and the levels of surety placed to ensure its best classing.

Kizzy Edgell is a British-based actor who made their acting debut last year in Netflix’s “Heartstopper,” the hit LGBTQ+ show based on the popular graphic novel of the same name. Ahead of the premiere of the second season on August 3, we invited Edgell to meet with us to not only celebrate the success of their show and their character Darcy, but to celebrate Pride, as Edgell identifies as non-binary. SAG-AFTRA members are currently on strike; as part of the strike, union actors are not promoting their film and TV projects. This interview was conducted prior to the strike.

Fin Argus is a Los Angeles based actor, musician, and performer who most recently can be seen on screen as Lucas in Season 3 of Max’s “The Other Two.” Last year, they starred in Peacock’s reimagining of “Queer As Folk'' and previously had a breakout role in the Disney+ feature film “Clouds.” They meet with ODDA to talk about celebrating Pride, his ideal type, and what’s on the horizon.

Shae Detar is a model-turned-artist who currently splits her time between New York City and a house in the woods an hour and twenty minutes outside of the city. She most recently released her debut book, “Another World,” taking quite an interesting look at the female form through photos. DeTar meets with ODDA to talk about her main inspirations, interning with Zac Posen, and committing to being an artist until her dying day.

Artist Darcy Miro’s metal work has straddled the line between sculpture, jewelry, glass, fashion, and functional objects. Her pieces have earned a place in museum collections like the Museum of Art and Design and captivated collaborators like architects Tod Williams and Billie Tsien, who worked with Darcy on the façade of the American Folk Art Museum. She meets with ODDA to discuss her practice and what’s next for her.

LA-based writer Spencer Walker and Juno Youn of Galerie Youn have launched Mon Dieu Projects at Mohilef Studios on April 1, 2023 in Los Angeles. We spoke with three of the artists from their inaugural exhibit, Shen Wei, Ian Stone, and Nadine Faraj to learn more about them as an artist and how they’re contributing to this show.

LA-based writer Spencer Walker and Juno Youn of Galerie Youn have launched Mon Dieu Projects at Mohilef Studios on April 1, 2023 in Los Angeles. We spoke with three of the artists from their inaugural exhibit, Shen Wei, Ian Stone, and Nadine Faraj to learn more about them as an artist and how they’re contributing to this show.

American fashion’s cultural connector is back — just in time for New York Fashion Week. Mr. Tommy Hilfiger speaks with ODDA about his knack for staying ahead; his first and favorite collaborations; and how he’s pushing the core visual concepts of his brand forward today.

Actress Dree Hemingway shares with ODDA immersive tales on her personal and professional life — revealing what it’s like to become an “It Girl” for luxury brands, expressing her love for vintage cars, and unpacking how her idea of womanhood connects to her relationship with beauty.

An intimate conversation between two long-time friends. That’s how we can define this exchange between legendary Italian Sculptor, Designer, and Architect Gaetano Pesce and design Entrepreneur and Founder of Moss [Design Gallery] and Moss Bureau, Murray Moss.

10 Corso Como Seoul, a multipurpose concept store with the core idea of a living magazine that mixes a myriad of sections such as fashion, design, books, and music — as well as a beautiful garden and a restaurant cafe — has become a full sensorial experience for its customers. With the aim of speaking about the matter of the importance of printed books and the relevance they have in the Korean society, ODDA had the pleasure of chatting with Jiyoung Lee, Book Chief Buyer at 10 Corso Como Seoul, to find out more about the store focusing on the book section, which offers an incredible selection of art books and special items.

The rise of screen devices offers new opportunities to readers and writers, but printed books are still a relevant part of our culture and society. ODDA had the pleasure of talking with Romma Alyskewycz, the Head of the Magazine, Fashion, and Architecture sections at La Librairie du Palais de Tokyo in Paris, guided by Arnaud Frémaux, its manager. In a technological world, they’re boosting the cultural and poetical importance of printed art books.

Gimaguas is a Barcelona-based clothing brand founded in 2018 by twins Claudia and Sayana Durany. For ODDA, there was no better time to interview the sisters than the summer itself from the comfort of their home in Barcelona before they embark on a vacation with their family to discuss where the name originated from, how they divide their day to day, and their proudest moments of the brand thus far.

Gustaf Westman speaks about his creative process, his aspirations for his career as a designer, and hopes for the design world.