Talent Crush: Aziza Azim
Aziza Azim is an up-and-coming fashion stylist, buyer, consultant, and contributing editor for Space Matters. Aziza is one of the most inspirational characters I follow on instagram – she is the embodiment of chic, charisma, and mindfulness. We talked about personal style, dream closet, and positive vibes.
KELLY KORZUN: What was your major at Parsons and what was that experience like? What made you pick Design and Management as a major?
AZIZA AZIM: I chose this particular major because I have always had an appreciation and a spark for design, but I did not have the technical skills of design, so I chose to study the business of design, which has been a wonderful experience and helped me to start my career path.
KK: I'm a massive fan of Isabel Marant. I can see some resemblance between your personal style and her aesthetics. What I like about your style is its effortlessness and how you mix high and low. How would you define your style and whose closet would you happily move into?
AA: What a compliment! I really admire Isabel Marant for the look/girl that she has created. It is Parisian bohemian rock chic which is what my style is close to, but I can never describe my style because it varies from day to day, year to year. Although, I can describe the kind of women I admire – passionate, free spirit, hard working, loyal, and often rebellious. I would happily move into the closet of Phoebe Philo or Marie Amélie Sauvé.
KK: I know that you're very supportive of young talents. What young designers do you like at the moment?
AA: Yes, I am a very big fan of young talents. At the moment, I really admire Ellery, Louis Vuitton by Nicolas Ghesquiere, Vetements, JW Anderson, and Sandy Liang.
KK: Let me just tell you that I'm in love with your Instagram. I like that besides posting your looks you often share inspirational quotes, art, or healthy treats. How did you become interested in spiritual practices and healthy living?
AA: Good question! To be honest, it all happened quite naturally, although there were a few people that have influenced my views. One of them introduced me to the life of Nicholas Roerich, a painter and an esoteric philosopher. Since then, it has never been the same, and I am so thankful for the universe for connecting me to the right sources. I always remember to count my blessings every night before sleep and I am just thankful to be a part of this magical world. If waking up every morning is not a miracle, then I do not know what it is!
KK: Describe a typical day in the life of Aziza Azim. What is it like?
AA: Wake up time between 6.30 and 7.30 am. Glass of water on an empty stomach. A five-minute meditation session. Breakfast. Coffee. Yoga. At the office by 10 am. From 10 to 3 pm it's office time: e-mails, conference calls, meetings. From 3 to 6 pm I spend time out of office, in the city visiting showrooms, shooting or styling. Boxing at 7 pm. Some family or friends time and an hour to read a book, and then lights off!
