BAHAR KIANPOUR
Bahar Kianpour
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April 12
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Bahar Kianpour is a Vancouver-based fashion designer who specializes in creating ethereal, dreamy, and elegant clothing that exudes a sense of whimsicality that transports wearers to a dreamy world. In Bahar's world, fashion becomes a means of storytelling, with each garment narrating its enchanting tale. Her signature style is characterized by flowing fabrics, and intricate detailing, capturing the imagination of all who encounter her work.
Born and raised in Iran, Bahar's upbringing immersed her in the rich tapestry of Persian art and culture. Growing up surrounded by the vibrant colors, intricate patterns, and rich history of her homeland, she found herself deeply inspired to explore her creative nature.
After immigrating to Canada, she pursued her studies in architecture, which provided her with a strong foundation in design principles, spatial awareness, and creativity.
Despite her background in architecture, she made the bold decision to follow her true passion for fashion design and studied at Blanche Macdonald Centre in Vancouver.
During the progression of her studies she was rewarded with the Blanche Macdonald Centre Award of Excellence, granting her the opportunity to present her debut collection, BK001- The Forgotten Poet , at the Vancouver Fashion Week in April 2024.
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What inspired you to become a fashion designer?
Fashion became my way to express emotions and tell stories through art. Although I studied engineering and architecture, I decided to follow my true passion for fashion. My mother, who is a tailor, has been one of my greatest inspirations throughout my journey.
How would you describe your design style?
I create ethereal, dreamy, and elegant designs that tell emotional stories. My work combines flowing fabrics, delicate details, and artistic craftsmanship to create pieces that feel both poetic and timeless.
What can people expect from your latest collection?
My latest collection explores themes of memory, loss, hope, and rebirth. Through each garment, I hope people experience not only beautiful craftsmanship but also an emotional journey that stays with them long after the runway.
How has your background in architecture influenced your fashion design?
Studying architecture taught me about structure, proportion, and spatial design. Those principles continue to shape the way I build silhouettes and balance creativity with technical precision in every collection.
Why do you mainly work with black and white in your collections?
I prefer a minimal palette, mainly black and white, because it highlights contrast and emotion. Keeping the colours simple allows the garments and their stories to speak more clearly.