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Designer Julian Zulia Reveals the Unknown Side of Aliki Vougiouklaki: The Moment That Touched Him
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Designer Julian Zulia Reveals the Unknown Side of Aliki Vougiouklaki: The Moment That Touched Him

From Ta Nea · (11m ago) Greek Positive tone

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Designer Julian Zulia spoke about his upcoming collection inspired by the 90s glamour and his past encounters with Greek actress Aliki Vougiouklaki.
  • He recalled a touching moment when Vougiouklaki offered him food, showing her caring nature.
  • Zulia also expressed his happiness for other Greek designers experiencing success, referencing the show 'Emily in Paris'.

Renowned designer Julian Zulia is set to unveil a new collection that harks back to the glamorous era of the 90s, promising a host of surprises, including the appearance of iconic top models from that decade. This upcoming show at Athens Fashion Week is highly anticipated, not only for its fashion statement but also for the personal anecdotes Zulia shared about his experiences.

Zulia recounted a particularly moving encounter with the legendary Greek actress Aliki Vougiouklaki. He described visiting her iconic apartment and being met with her characteristic warmth and generosity. Vougiouklaki, upon noticing him, immediately offered him food, preparing him a simple yet heartfelt meal of potatoes and eggs. This act of kindness deeply touched Zulia, who admired her immensely from childhood and recalled her support during difficult times.

Η πρώτη φορά ήταν μία καταπληκτική εμπειρία γιατί τη θαύμαζα την Αλίκη από παιδί. Πήγα στο εμβληματικό διαμέρισμά της και φεύγοντας με κοιτάει πάνω κάτω. Μου λέει ‘έχεις φάει; Πεινάς;’. Κόμπλαρα. Με τραβάει από το χέρι και με πάει στην κουζίνα και μου λέει ‘θα σου κάνω πατάτες με αυγά’. Η Αλίκη ήταν έτσι. Περιποιόταν και μου είχε σταθεί και σε άλλες στιγμές, σε δύσκολες στιγμές. Ήταν παρούσα.

— Julian ZuliaRecounting a personal and touching memory of the actress Aliki Vougiouklaki.

Beyond his personal reflections, Zulia also shared his enthusiasm for the success of fellow Greek designers. He drew a parallel to the popular series 'Emily in Paris,' expressing his joy at seeing other Greek creatives achieve recognition and find fulfillment in their work, much like he did during his own experiences related to the show.

From our vantage point, Zulia's upcoming collection and his reflections offer a beautiful blend of nostalgia and forward-looking ambition. The tribute to 90s glamour speaks to a timeless aesthetic, while his personal stories, especially the one about Vougiouklaki, highlight the enduring impact of kindness and mentorship. It's this connection to our cultural icons and the celebration of local talent that makes stories like these particularly resonant for us, showcasing the vibrant spirit of Greek creativity.

Έχω πει πολλές φορές ότι το πάρτι με το ‘Emily in Paris’ για μένα έχει γίνει. Θα χαρώ πάρα πολύ να δω άλλους Έλληνες σχεδιαστές να χαίρονται, όπως χάρηκα και εγώ.

— Julian ZuliaExpressing his happiness for the success of other Greek designers, referencing the show 'Emily in Paris'.
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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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