Loving what you do.

Fashion is one of those things that you either understand, or you don't. It's not about knowing the latest and greatest trends, the up and coming designers or even attending every fashion show possible. It is about the essence of the word, dressing for a purpose and appreciating the art. Innately, if one understands fashion, that it is to be loved and shared by all, nothing can really stand in a designers way.

The expression can be appreciated by few, but nothing is fashionable until it is wearable, appreciated or inspirational. So creating fashion is a huge and arduous task for many designers, however sticking to what you love, which can only be unique to you, will always push you that much closer to what really is an expression of art through clothing. You can pick the designer immediately by viewing the garments. That's how you know the designer loves what they do, they know no other way.
Some of my favourite expressionists ;