Full Name : Radhika Subarshini Perera-Hernandez
School : Douay Martyrs School & South Bank University in London
Hometown : Raised in London, currently living in New York
Status : Married
Birthday : July 20th
Role model : My mother
Passions : Fashion, Art and Music
Cartoon you like : Disney Cartoons
What is more important to you, money or happiness, and can they both co-exist? Happiness is more important but both can co-exist if you are grateful for material possessions and stay humble.
What inspires you to design?
Life in England? I had a very happy childhood but as an adult London wasn’t the place for me. I do have some very good friends there and they are the reason I miss London the most.
What is your definition of the word “fashion”? A way to express yourself stylishly.
What do you think about Colombo Fashion Week, and what made you say “YES”?
I think it gets more exciting every year. I’m proud to showcase my designs in my motherland.
A little bit about your collection this year at the CFW 2013? My collection is inspired by Sri Lanka and its rich history in the gem trade. I named it “Serendib” and it’s a beautiful reflection of the landscape of the island. The collection features kaftans, dresses, separates and swimwear in a rich palate of emerald greens and aqua blues with luxurious stone work.
Would you start designing sarees? Sure, I’m open to expanding the brand in many ways.
A little bit about your family? My husband and I live in New York with our beautiful son Naeem. He is the joy of our family. My mother and sister are my everything, living so far away from them is one of the hardest battles I face in life. The majority of my family (aunts, cousins etc) live here in Sri Lanka. I’m a very family oriented person and I long for my whole family to live close once again.
Who was your biggest strength? My husband.
What’s on the shelf for “Lois London” in the near future? Many exciting things…..you’ll have to wait and see.
If Questions
If you're having a miserable day and need to vent it out, who do you call? I skype my sister and vent to her.
If you had to be trapped in a TV show for a month, which would you choose? Globe Trekker
If you had to design for the queen, what colour would you pick? Something elegant
If you could have personally witnessed anything, what would you want to have seen? The African American Civil Rights Movement
If you could wake up tomorrow in the body of someone else, who would you pick and what would you do? I wouldn’t.
If not fashion, what would have you picked? News Casting
In the Spot
Name one Sri Lankan designer who you will wear? Yolanda Aluvihare
Would you like to live in Lanka? Explain? Yes definitely. This is my home and I would be happy to raise my son here.
Sri Lankan Politics? I don’t like to get involved in politics.
Yes No Questions
I read the papers every day – NO
I can play video games – NO
I cook - YES
I have a lot of girlfriends – YES
My husband helps me a lot - YES
Your top 5 in life?
1. My family
2. My home
3. My spirituality
4. My brand – Lois London
5. My freedom to travel
FOR FUN
Would you rather live in the mountains, or by the sea? By the sea
What's the worst habit that you feel you have? I have no patience
Which is worse, when a good friend moves away, or losing touch with a good friend who lives right near you? When a good fried moves away is worse. If you lose touch with a friend who lives right near you, then there was a reason for that.
What are you most grateful for? My son
Is it possible to know, without a doubt, what is good and what is evil? Yes, trust your instinct.
What keys on a keyboard do you not use? Ummm! On a computer keyboard? I use all of them.
What is your blood type? B+
WHAT IS (your favourite)?
Your Good Luck Charm: I don’t have one
Best Thing That Has Happened to you : The birth of my son
Picture on your desktop: My husband
Movie: Life Is Beautiful
Cars: Aston Martin
Ice Cream: Chocolate
Breakfast Food: Pol Sambol, Eggs and Bread
Cricket team : Sri Lanka of course
TV show : I’m a sucker for reality TV
Magazine : V Magazine
Serial : Alpen
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