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Lakis Gavalas on Anna Vissi: 'When an artist wants to be a fashion icon, she must accept criticism'
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Lakis Gavalas on Anna Vissi: 'When an artist wants to be a fashion icon, she must accept criticism'

From Ta Nea · (41m ago) Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Greek fashion figure Lakis Gavalas has joined the judging panel for "Next Top Model" (GNTM) alongside Iliana Papageorgiou and Genevieve Mazarin.
  • Gavalas expressed his vision for the show, emphasizing a need for "new breath" in fashion and a move towards more androgynous and less surgically enhanced models.
  • He also commented on Anna Vissi's fashion choices, stating that artists aspiring to be fashion icons must accept criticism.

Lakis Gavalas, a name synonymous with Greek fashion and a figure who has never shied away from expressing his opinions, is set to bring his unique perspective to the upcoming season of "Next Top Model" (GNTM). Joining Iliana Papageorgiou and Genevieve Mazarin on the judging panel, Gavalas promises to inject a dose of his signature candor and avant-garde vision into the competition. His career, spanning decades, has been marked by a willingness to push boundaries, and he intends to do the same for the show, seeking contestants who embody the "current breath of fashion."

Επτά δεκαετίες είμαι στο… πάλκο. Πέταξα την πιπίλα νωρίς, γιατί δεν είχα θήκη να την βάλω.

— Lakis GavalasReflecting on his long career in the entertainment industry.

Gavalas articulated a clear vision for the evolution of modeling and fashion representation. He advocates for a more fluid approach to gender presentation in the industry, embracing "the feminine boy" and "the straight that becomes more feminine," seeing this as a natural progression. Furthermore, he expressed a desire to move away from the heavily augmented physiques often seen today, suggesting a preference for models with a more natural, less surgically altered appearance, drawing a distinction between high fashion and the aesthetics of reality television stars. His comments, though sometimes provocative, stem from a deep understanding of the industry and a desire to see it evolve.

Νομίζω θα είναι μαζί μας και η Μπέττυ Μαγγίρα. Το GNTM είναι ένα απαιτητικό πρόγραμμα, είναι 12ωρα τα γυρίσματα. Στο bootcamp μπορεί να είναι και 20 ώρες. Είπα πως εμείς πρέπει να έχουμε αγόρια και κορίτσια που να είναι η σημερινή πνοή της μόδας. Το φορμάτ είναι παλιακό.

— Lakis GavalasDiscussing the demands of GNTM and his vision for its contestants.

Beyond his role on GNTM, Gavalas also weighed in on the broader landscape of celebrity and style, specifically addressing singer Anna Vissi. He believes that any artist aiming to be a "fashion icon" must be open to constructive criticism regarding their appearance and choices. While acknowledging Vissi's immense talent as a performer and her captivating personality, Gavalas felt that a particular look had "undone" her. This sentiment highlights a recurring theme in Gavalas's commentary: the intersection of artistry, personal style, and the public's critical eye, particularly within the high-stakes world of fashion and celebrity.

Αν ήμασταν τρία αγόρια, αδερφάρες τρελές, και παίρναμε τα hates θα ήταν κάτι. Τώρα που είμαστε έτσι σοβαροί όπως ήμασταν, δεν αρέσει στον κόσμο αυτό.

— Lakis GavalasCommenting on the show's format and audience reception.
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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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