2023-06-24 19:58:08
Cheerful, elegant and with a message. For their latest takeover, Maasmechelen Village selected none other than artist Delphine van Saksen-Coburg (55). On Saturday, June 24, ‘Love Imperfection’ got its well-deserved audience. “Thanks to social media, you are presented with an image that everyone is perfect,” says our princess. “That is a lie. I want to celebrate that everyone is unique.”
She has her own clothing collection with ‘Wearable Art’ and is more daring than the average royal when it comes to fashion. A collaboration with Maasmechelen Village therefore seemed predestined. For the shopping mecca, the princess created an exclusive series of patterns and installations – including a life-size ‘Wish Tree’, a mirror installation and a ‘Delphineken Pis’. The collaboration also includes a number of exclusive events, and pop-up boutique ‘The Creative Spot’ where (inter)national fashion talent is put in the spotlight. Princess Delphine chose ten up-and-coming Belgian designers, who will receive a retail space completely free of charge. Those names were supplemented with some international toppers. And that, despite the heat, attracted a lot of well-known people to Limburg for the opening event.
Miss Belgium Emilie Vansteenkiste was happy to be present in Maasmechelen Village. “I always wear gala clothes from Ebru Sari, the designer of Atelier EXC”, says Emilie. “She got a spot in ‘The Creative Spot’, and I was very curious about that.”
Emily Vansteenkiste. © Bob Reijnders / Photo News
Former Miss Belgian Beauty Eveline Hoste brought her boyfriend, Mario – dj Dimaro – Willems.
Mario Willems and Eveline Hoste. © Bob Reijnders / Photo News
Dancer Wim Vanlessen also got a place in ‘The Creative Spot’ with his two books – ‘Dancer’ and ‘A very special boy’. “I am so incredibly honored that Princess Delphine is giving me this opportunity,” it sounds.
Wim Vanlessen. © Bob Reijnders / Photo News
During ‘Dancing With The Stars’ Princess Delphine appeared on the dance floor with Sander Bos, and the two remained good friends afterwards. “Are we dancing a techno-tango today? Who knows”, laughs the Dutchman.
Sander Bosch. © Bob Reijnders / Photo News
Hugo Sigal also made his appearance in Limburg. “It’s great that I can be here”, it sounds.
Hugo Sigal. © Bob Reijnders / Photo News
Karen Damen next to her sister, Kirsten. Both ladies have Kristina Knitwear together, a label with trendy knitwear. “Princess Delphine and I were once invited to ‘The table of four’ on the same day. I then decided to give her a cardigan from Kristina Knitwear”, says Karen. “Apparently the princess really loves her present because she told me she wears that cardigan all the time. When she was looking for designers for ‘The Creative Spot’, she really wanted us there. A fantastic compliment!”
Karen Damen and her sister, Kirsten (in pink). © Bob Reijnders / Photo News
Erik Goosens and Bieke Ilegems also came to take a look.
Erik Goossens and Bieke Ilegems. © Bob Reijnders / Photo News
BV designer Cilem Tunc also scored a spot in ‘The Creative Spot’.
Cilem Tunc. © Bob Reijnders / Photo News
Ebru Sari of Atelier ExC has many well-known customers, and Princess Delphine has also been dressed by the designer. “Soon there is something very nice planned with her royal highness, but I cannot reveal anything about that yet,” she laughs.
Ebru Sari. © Bob Reijnders / Photo News
Josje Huisman is allowed to put her hat label Cornelia Hats in the spotlight in Maasmechelen for a month. Stylist Jody Van Geert is already very proud.
Josje Huisman and stylist Jody Van Geert. © Bob Reijnders / Photo News
Wherever Princess Delphine goes, her husband Jim is always there.
Jim O’Hare. © Bob Reijnders / Photo News
Niels Albert stayed at home, but his partner Valeska Van den Broecke didn’t want to miss this festive unveiling for the world.
Valeska Van den Broecke. © Bob Reijnders / Photo News
Also present: Lydia Peeters, Flemish Minister of Mobility and Public Works. She was flanked by ex-Miss Belgium Virginie Claes.
Minister Lydia Peeters and Virginie Claes. © Bob Reijnders / Photo News
Last but not least: actress Antje De Boeck was also present. Funny detail: Antje once played in the film ‘Manneken Pis’, while Princess Delphine came up with her own ‘Delphineken Pis’ for the outlet village.
Princess Delphine and Antje De Boeck. © Jody Van Geert
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