Luka Mikadze is a rising voice on Georgia’s fashion scene, known for blending personal vision with bold, socially driven messages. At Kazakhstan Fashion Week, he unveiled his 2025 collection — a line inspired by street style and the concept of freedom. Models took to the runway in fluid, asymmetrical silhouettes — garments that felt both unrestrained and deliberately constructed. Dominated by a monochrome palette of black and white, the collection highlighted Mikadze’s signature aesthetic, with statement texts emblazoned across the pieces serving as a powerful and consistent design motif.
In conversation with The Diary, the designer opens up about the concept behind the collection and his experience at Kazakhstan Fashion Week.
Luka, tell us about the concept behind your latest collection. What was your main source of inspiration?
Luka: Through this collection, I wanted to explore the intersection of fashion and art. For me, clothing shouldn’t just be functional — it should carry an idea, an emotion, a message. The central theme is freedom — our individuality is reflected in how we dress.
What was the process of creating the collection like?
Luka: It involved a lot of thought, many sleepless nights, and countless revisions — things didn’t always work out the way I imagined. But I’m proud of the final result. Many people were involved in the process, and I want to thank each and every one of them again.
How would you describe your experience at Kazakhstan Fashion Week? How did the international audience respond to your work?
Luka: It was a meaningful experience for me. The collection was well received — both by the local community and by international attendees. I also want to highlight how well-organized and professional the entire event was. It exceeded my expectations.
You closed the show holding one of your signature T-shirts. What message were you trying to send?
Luka: The T-shirt read: “Abkhazia is Georgia.” Abkhazia is a deep wound for all Georgians, and it was important for me to voice this not just at home, but in a country of over 20 million people. It was an emotional moment — a simple gesture, perhaps, but one that carries immense meaning for me and for the Georgian people.
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