Top designers are turning up the volume on their favorite hits. From tracks by Rihanna, Beyoncé and Sia, power players share their song of the moment with Spy — the tunes that provide major inspiration while creating next season’s hits.
Jury Artola, co-founder and designer, Artola
“OneRepublic’s ‘I Lived’ is very inspirational to me. It’s about living your life in a positive way, enjoying every moment and being in charge of your actions while keeping your dream alive.”
Theresa Ebagua, designer, Chelsea Paris
“Rihanna’s ‘Consideration,’ from her new ‘Anti’ album. The song lifts my spirit and empowers me to dance to my own beats. It’s my current work song. I am working on spring ’17, and I have the song on full blast in my studio.”
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Jerome Rousseau, designer
“I’ve been listening to Belgian singer Lio a lot lately. Lio is a huge star of French pop from the early ’80s, and her sound and style continues to inspire me. My favorite Lio song at the moments ‘AmoureuxSolitaires.’ ”
Rebecca Minkoff, designer
“ ‘Run the World (Girls)’ by Beyoncé — it’s such an energy-booster.”
Giuseppe Santoni, CEO and designer, Santoni
“Right now it’s Sia’s latest album,‘This Is Acting.’ I enjoy listening to it; it gives me great energy. I am intrigued by the story behind some of the tracks, many of which were originally written for other artists, such as Adele and Rihanna, who never went on to [record] them.”
Matt Bernson, designer
“Deftones’ ‘Hearts/Wires’ — it starts slow and simply; it’s long and it’s interesting vs. catchy.”
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