Yana a Berlino
She left on May 31st, 2023, and will return to Italy in September after three intense months in the German capital. During her internship at HaloLabes, she is putting all the theory and practice she acquired at Centromoda Canossa,to good use, especially in relation to the world of upcycling, while also working hard to create her own brand.
We met her in a typical Berlin café near Checkpoint Charlie and chatted about this adventure in fashion and new discoveries.
1. How are you? How is this experience going?
I’m fine, thank you. I’m very tired, but satisfied with what I’m doing and, above all, inspired by the place and the people around me.
2. Was this your first time participating in a European project? And traveling to another country?
Yes, it was my first time, and also the first time I found myself alone in another country for such a long period of time.
3. Was it difficult to adapt to the pace and culture of Berlin? Or did you feel comfortable right away?
Actually, even though it’s been almost two months, sometimes I don’t realize I’m here in Berlin; the plane trip was so quick that I didn’t really feel the distance. As for adapting to the culture, I didn’t have any major difficulties. In fact, as far as food is concerned, if you’re vegan, this is paradise.
4.Was there a best moment? And what about the worst?
There wasn’t one specific moment that was better than the others; there were many small, pleasant moments, like when I created that particular bag or that dress. While the worst moment is perhaps now, because I’m looking for work here in Berlin and in the meantime I’m working and creating things for my brand, which I might want to start but I don’t know if it’s the right time to do so. It’s not an easy period, you see. What’s more, there’s just over a month to go and I already have to go back.
5. What is a typical day like for you? Do you have a dress/creation that you made that turned out better than others or that you like more than others?
My daily routine isn’t very set in stone; every day is different and even my working hours vary greatly from day to day. Yes, as for the creations I’m proud of, there are these bags and shoes from the 2000s that I’ve modified through upcycling.