On February 11, 2024, bag brand “Nina New York” by Nina, a Japanese designer active in NYC, celebrated its first anniversary at RESOBOX East Village. RESOBOX was delighted to have the chance to commemorate this milestone with Nina. Over 200 people, including Nina’s fans, fashion students, and industry insiders, came to celebrate, their enthusiasm filling the space as they browsed the newest designs and met new friends.
As a student at New York’s Fashion Institute of Technology, Nina leveraged her experiences in PR and VIP internships at THE ROW, Proenza Schouler, and Carolina Herrera to establish her own brand in 2023. She creates handmade bags with prominent ribbon motifs, which have been trending in the fashion industry, and her work has become popular among New York’s fashion-conscious youth. As of March 2024, she has 39,400 followers on Instagram.
The anniversary celebration was held just before Valentine’s Day, with a “Valentine’s Collection” theme. Bags were displayed on a dinner table alongside cakes and candles, mimicking a sweets exhibition, and was a prime photo spot for visitors enjoying the festivities.
As for Nina’s message to those who came to celebrate with her? “I was very happy to have the opportunity to directly express my gratitude to my fans. Despite being an event during New York Fashion Week, there was already a line of about 30 people before opening, and many people from the fashion industry attended, making it a truly wonderful experience. Life in New York is not easy, and there are many challenges to overcome, but the ribbon has helped me achieve my dream, so I always create each bag with the hope that it will help the dreams of those who carry it come true. I want to continue to be a brand loved by many.”
Since its establishment, RESOBOX has been supporting the US expansion of various genres of Japanese artists and art pieces, including traditional crafts and contemporary art. We have collaborated on exhibitions in famous NY hotels and sales in museums. If you are interested in the works of Japanese artists, please contact us via email (info@resobox.com).