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Mary Furtas

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Mary Furtas is a Ukrainian fashion entrepreneur and Creative Director of CULTNAKED,[1] a prominent slow fashion brand known for its distinctive designs and commitment to sustainability.

Early Life

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Mary Furtas was born and raised in Lviv, Ukraine. She developed a deep interest in creativity and aesthetics early on, leading her to pursue a career in fashion photography, creating editorials for publications such as Vogue Ukraine and Harper's Bazaar over a span of ten years. This work provided her with experience in the fashion industry and a focus on style and aesthetics.

Career

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Establishing CULTNAKED

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In 2018, Furtas founded CULTNAKED, a brand conceptualised on Ibiza. The brand specialises in partywear that emphasises individuality and the human form. CULTNAKED focuses on combining fashion and comfort in its designs.

Global Recognition and Influence

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Since its launch, CULTNAKED has gained a global following,[2] including among celebrities like Kendall and Kylie Jenner, Megan Fox, and Ariana Grande.[3] The brand is has become recognised for its designs that blend comfort and style.

Recognition and Future

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Mary Furtas has been featured in fashion publications such as Vogue Business[4] and The Cut.[5] Her work has been acknowledged by industry experts and fashion enthusiasts. Looking ahead, Furtas plans to expand the CULTNAKED brand and explore new design categories.

Philosophy and Impact

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Mary Furtas' design philosophy includes an emphasis on individuality and self-expression. Her work focuses on merging style and comfort, and she has been noted for her understanding of the human form and her approach to fashion.[6]

References

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  1. ^ https://cultnaked.com/en-gb
  2. ^ Maguire, Lucy (2023-07-05). "How Ukrainian It-girl Mary Furtas built partywear brand Cultnaked". Vogue Business. Retrieved 2024-06-06.
  3. ^ "Kendall Jenner, Normani, Ariana Grande love these leather pants". 2021-06-23. Retrieved 2024-06-06.
  4. ^ Team, Vogue Business (2023-09-11). "The Vogue Business 100 Innovators: Next-gen entrepreneurs and agitators". Vogue Business. Retrieved 2024-06-06. {{cite web}}: |first= has generic name (help)
  5. ^ Rodriguez, Chinea (2023-03-03). "How Fashion Designer and Mom to a 2-Year-Old Mary Furtas Gets It Done". The Cut. Retrieved 2024-06-06.
  6. ^ Lei, Angela. "The Best Part Of Slow Fashion? Cultnaked's Partywear By Mary Furtas". Forbes. Retrieved 2024-06-06.