Eric Raisina is a fashion designer based in Siem Reap, Cambodia.[1][2] He was born in Madagascar and studied fashion in Paris,[3] and later worked for Yves Saint Laurent and Christian Lacroix.[4] His collections focus on texture and color,[5] and are featured in the Paris shows as well as sold at a boutique in the city.[6] He moved to Siem Reap after a visit in 1996, during which he was inspired by the local silk weavers and their ancient techniques.[7] His designs have attracted celebrities including Anne Bass and Angelina Jolie.[8]

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  1. ^ Morris, Johnny (2017-02-20). "From Angelina Jolie's jewellers to Cambodia's most exciting haute couture designer, the best boutiques and artisans in Siem Reap". The Telegraph. ISSN 0307-1235. Retrieved 2018-06-07.
  2. ^ "Eric Raisina; Fashion Designer Aqua Mekong Aqua Expeditions". Aqua Expeditions. 2015-01-20. Archived from the original on 2018-06-12. Retrieved 2018-06-07.
  3. ^ "Eric Raisina: Cambodian-inspired couture in Paris". 2014-04-06. Retrieved 2018-06-07.
  4. ^ Launey, Guy De (2011-11-06). "Cambodia embraces Fashion Week in style". BBC News. Retrieved 2018-06-07.
  5. ^ "Eric Raisina Couture House Experimenting with Texture". African Design | Atelier Fifty Five. Retrieved 2018-06-07.
  6. ^ "The Ultimate in Khmer-Influenced Couture". AFAR Media. Retrieved 2018-06-07.
  7. ^ Morris, Johnny (2017-02-20). "From Angelina Jolie's jewellers to Cambodia's most exciting haute couture designer, the best boutiques and artisans in Siem Reap". The Telegraph. ISSN 0307-1235. Retrieved 2018-06-07.
  8. ^ "Eric Raisina: Cambodian-inspired couture in Paris". 2014-04-06. Retrieved 2018-06-07.