BA (Hons) Fashion Design and Development

Collection Website. http://www.thisisborn.co.uk/ Bio. Beginning each design journey with hand-rendered illustrations and drawings, my work primarily explores the balance between the reveal and conceal of the body, focussing on the construction of personal identities through the layering of texture and print. The Capsule Collection 'The Original Parchment' primarily explores a deep fascination towards bodily adornments across different cultures and communities. Inspired by the way in which the body acts as a personal canvas, sources of influence for the collection derived from the exploration into tattooing, branding and bruising of the skin drawing on both a graphic and textural aesthetic. Introducing the use of Laser cutting adds new texture working to develop the range into much more of a textural look, drawing out a 3D illustrative quality back onto the body. Engaging with my global responsibilities as a designer is integral to the basis of my work, manifested through the use of reclaimed, organic and Fair Trade materials wherever possible, always working towards the creation of socially and ecologically ethical pieces. Whilst consistently posing challenges in the sourcing and experimentation processes, these boundaries work to push my developmental process further into finding a newness in the creation of artwork onto the body. By combining commercial awareness and conceptual aesthetic, my work reflects a desire to see products which challenge the conventions of consumerist fashion. This Capsule Collection aims to offer a sustainable and wearable product range founded on a love for print, colour and texture. Education. - BA Hons Fashion Design and Development, London College of Fashion, 1st Class Honours. - Diploma in foundation Studies (Art and Design)- City of Bath College, Distinction. Experience. - Design Assistant at Miss Selfridge, Arcadia, paid position, July 2010- September 2011 - Womenswear and Accessories Intern, J W Anderson, August- October 2009 - Assistant to Art Director Petra Storrs, July-August 2009 Achievements. - Selected to show products and film at LCF Graduate Press Exhibition 2012. http://www.fashion.arts.ac.uk/2012/ - Finalist for Cutler and Gross 0734 Project 2012. - Work chosen to be presented to the British Fashion Council through 'College Graduates Preview Day 2012'. Editorial shoot, Paper Print and Film. http://blogs.fashion.arts.ac.uk/snapshot/2012/05/10/lcf-wins-at-british-fashion-council-graduate-preview-day/ - Fashioning the Future Nurse, 2009 Selected as one of three finalists. Design brief set to challenge to traditional nursing uniform for the 21st century nurse at Florence Nightingale School of Nursing. - Volcom Europe, Design Seed. 2009- Winner of Best Photography prize at Volcom Seed competition 2009, in collaboration with London College of Fashion. Brief set to reinvent their denim line and reach a new target customer. Skills. Adobe Creative Suite; Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign Print design for digital and screen Flat womenswear pattern cutting Industrial garment construction Sketching
 and illustration (Hand Rendered and multi-media) Technical Specification Drawing (CAD) Trend prediction
 Marketing, Branding and Consumer knowledge
 Styling Press. http://www.fluxmagazine.com/index.php/fashion/this-holy-ego-iconic-fashion-shoot/ http://adorngirl.com/london-college-of-fashion-ba-graduate-exhibition-2012/ http://charlottehayto.wordpress.com/2012/06/25/hello-world/ http://fussedmag.com/05-2012/blogs/designer-lydia-freeborn.html http://pinterest.com/cutlerandgross/london-college-of-fashion-project-0734/ http://themuse.tv/2012/07/muse-it-with-the-london-college-of-fashions-ba-show/ http://www.cutlerandgross.com/blog/introducing-the-cutler-and-gross-project-0734-student-finalists/ Copyright © Lydia Freeborn 2012

BA (Hons) Fashion Design Technology: Womenswear

Women's Wear Fashion Design Based in London and Hong Kong robertwun@gmail.com www.robertwun.tumblr.com www.robertwun.com '' B u r n t '' by Robert Wun 2012 -Curiosity towards the bonds between Nature and Man has always been a main inspiration to me. Discovering the symmetrical flaws in nature led me to a deeper attraction of microphotographs of butterflies and moths. Insects we perceive to be symmetrical and consequently, beautiful. Yet it was the flaws in nature that triggered my interest. Where nature design many things in symmetrical proportions but yet both left and right sides are slightly different. To achieve this particular idea I had to use techniques whereby you cannot control the outcome, like burning and melting. Delve into the idea that nothing is perfect. All those ruffles are created by waddings with burnt out gradient patterns, highly crafted in-between with glass organza. Also led to a very artificial fabric ranges, Neoprene, Organza, Lycra, Foam and waddings. Using artificial based resources to regenerate an idea of nature with organic working methods. Symbolizing the relations between man and nature. While the ombre effects created by digital printings and hand dip-dyed works like a harmony between two extremes. Man and Nature, Black and White. Something I always fascinated and inspired from. Accessories’ detail development looked towards the structure of insects under a microscope, examining the scales and limbs intricately and transporting these spiky visuals into platform heels with a horned toe. The idea of nature versus artificial, generated as a vision of a striking, independent women’s wear collection, bizarre in a sophisticated, yet appealing way.

BA (Hons) Bespoke Tailoring

Photographs by Devin Blair Model Alex Whipham Grooming Hiroshi Matsushita Show images: Catwalking.com All other images by Sebastiaan Pieter Groenen Press coverage show: http://www.standard.co.uk/lifestyle/fashion/all-the-trimmings-london-fashion-graduates-prove-they-have-a-bright-future-7898848.html http://www.vogue.co.uk/news/2012/06/29/london-college-of-fashion-ba-show Menswear designer trained in bespoke method tailoring. http://www.sebastiaanpietergroenen.com/ http://basgroenen.tumblr.com/

BA (Hons) Fashion Design Technology: Womenswear

more to come Domino Xiaozhou Zeng zxxxzing@gmail.com British Fashion Council presented graduate Barnett Lawson Trimming Awards 2012 finalist Press show : Vogue UK: http://www.vogue.co.uk/fashion/autumn-winter-2012/ready-to-wear/london-college-of-fashion-ba/page/13 Now fashion :http://nowfashion.com/28-06-2012-london-college-of-fashion-2012-part-1-live-event-event-2256.html Catwalking:http://www.catwalking.com/GRADUATES/GRAD_12/BA_Shows/shows/LCF/shows/07-Domino%20Xiaozhou%20Zeng/index.html Tatler :http://www.tatler.com/bystander/events/2012/june/london-college-of-fashion-graduate-show?id=7516&image=1&fb_action_ids=4181418418493&fb_action_types=og.likes&fb_source=aggregation&fb_aggregation_id=288381481237582#/7516/image/13 Style bubble http://www.stylebubble.co.uk/style_bubble/2012/07/hackney-house-antics.html

BA (Hons) Fashion Design Technology: Womenswear

N A T A L I E . T A H H A N S/S 2013 LANGUAGES OF THREAD A design interpretation influenced by the historical expressionism of 19th century Palestinian embroidery motifs. All original prints are inspired by motifs of Jerusalem, Jaffa, Ramallah & Gaza. Photography: Sara Pista Model: Anna Popovich Hair/Make Up: Luka Watabe More to Come

BA (Hons) Fashion: Design Technology (Footwear Design)

Tosin Mogaji is a young footwear designer and recent graduate of BA (Hons) Cordwainers Footwear Design at London College of Fashion. Having previously studied Art & Design in college, Tosin naturally found herself drawn to the creative and functional aspect of creating footwear products. With her final year collection, emphasis was placed on designing and making shoes that are minimal in style, with a focus on strong, clean design lines suitable for a contemporary woman. As a creative thinker pioneering in trends in fashion design, she thoroughly enjoys the research and design process leading to the creation of products that will communicate her desired aesthetic. This being a reflection of her own take on modern style, identity and culture. With this Autumn/Winter 2013/2014 collection, inspiration was found in layering constructions and an exploration into subtle colour contrasts. The concept involved including shoes within the range that take on a more androgynous style approach, aiming to reflect a shift in modern and future trends she finds inspirational. Whilst studying Cordwainers Footwear Design, she has gained experience developing new ideas to be translated into footwear prototypes, for self-directed projects and commercial work for various companies. tosin_m@hotmail.co.uk Photographer: Alejandro Cavallo

BA (Hons) Fashion Design Technology: Surface Textiles

Knitwear and Fashion designer with a focus on colour, texture and surface decoration. More to come! katherine@katherineweir.co.uk

BSc (Hons) Cosmetic Science

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BA (Hons) Fashion Design Technology (Womenswear)

London based Womenswear Designer www.valeriehui.com Visit my Tumblr Credits: Zips sponsored by Lampo Crystal beads sponsored by Swarovski

BA (Hons) Make Up and Prosthetics for Performance

http://katiecampbellmakeup.tumblr.com/ Make-up & Hair Artist. Vintage Beauty Teacher at The Session School. Influenced by Art, Fashion and Pop Culture, my work is distinctive and instantly recognisable. My skills range from Flawless Beauty Make-up to Vintage, special effects, wigs and hair styling.

BA (Hons) Fashion: Hair & Make Up

Fashion Makeup Artist 
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Chester Yauwai was born and raised in Malaysia. In 2006, he won the Championship of the Golden International Expert's Evaluation, passing the first level of lecture, Make-up. His artwork submission was called 'Angel' and published in Asia Magazine. 
 In 2012, he was invited to visit the London Fashion Week Media Suite to explain the research he has been doing in Fashion trends. Chester is currently living, studying and working in London as a Make-up artist and Beauty Expert.
He is completing a BA in Fashion Hair and Make-up at the London College of Fashion, University of the Arts, London.
 Areas of Expertise: 
Fashion Portfolio, Fashion Research, Hair and Make-up, Face painting, Special Effect and Stage Make-up, Beauty Skin care, Studio shoot, Body Painting, Cultural Research 
 Professional Focus: 
Beauty, Designers, Fashion, Printers, Travel, Portfolio

BA (Hons) Fashion Design and Development

The collection is inspired by the smooth curves and linear elements of 60’s furniture, smooth shiny wooden panels that sit next to upholstered bright hues in coarse Meltons. Concrete poured buildings with rounded edges, curved openings & material contrasts. The collection plays with proportion & texture contrasts. Opposing textures sit alongside each other, a shiny patent leather tops a fluffy angora, a juxtaposition that emphasises both textures. Heritage fabrics are central to the design concept. Mary Binding is a Womenswear designer. She aims to create wearable fashion that is relevant to women today. Colour plays a key part in all her work, taking prominence in both her garments and her editorial work. Press- Tatler online- http://www.tatler.com/bystander/events/2012/june/london-college-of-fashion-graduate-show#/7516/image/29 Vogue.com -http://www.vogue.co.uk/fashion/autumn-winter-2012/ready-to-wear/london-college-of-fashion-ba/page/5 The Independent - http://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/art/features/in-pictures-the-weird-and-wonderful-of-degree-shows-7844385.html?action=gallery&ino=6 Adorn girl blog - http://adorngirl.com/london-college-of-fashion-ba-graduate-catwalk-2012/ Now Fashion - http://nowfashion.com/28-06-2012-london-college-of-fashion-2012-part-2-live-event-event-2257.html In style - http://www.instyle.co.uk/news/hot-new-talent-at-the-lcf-grad-show-02-07-12 Beautiful shopping - http://www.gomoneyways.com/?p=65953 Fashion 156 - http://www.fashion156.com/collections/london-college-of-fashion-ba-graduate-show-2012/ Muse - http://www.themuse.tv/2012/07/muse-it-with-the-london-college-of-fashions-ba-show/ CV Mary Binding marybinding@gmail.com 07725048110 Hard working student with an ability to work under pressure to a high standard, always taking personal pride in what ever I do. Always punctual and enthusiastic, enjoys working as part of a creative, fast paced team. Graduating in July 2012. Skills •Good practical based skills including, precise presentation of ideas, working well with data to draw conclusions, sketching. •Working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator. •Good research skills. •Have worked with and been trained in Burberry’s SAP and PLM systems and Net-a-Porters internal systems such as X-tracker. Achievements •Won the technical award in a collaboration competition between LCF and the brand Volcom. •My work was also selected to be shown in a Volcom show/press event. •My work was also selected to be shown in the LCF press show. Education 2008-Present London College of Fashion, BA Fashion Design and Development – First class Hons 2007-2008 Foundation in Art and Design, Fashion specialty – Distinction. City College, Brighton 2000-2007 A levels - Art (A) English (B) Philosophy (C) 9 GCSE’s (A*-C) Work placement at Net-A-Porter, The Outnet Work placement at Net-a-porter, The Outnet Intern to the Product Merchandising team 2nd May 2011- 29th July 2011 •Researching trends for weekly email promotions of the Outnet. •Merchandising the garments and accessories on the website. •Responsible for the ‘Dress Me’ section of the website, which involves selecting garments options for different events and considering different consumers. •Responding to directions and briefs to create different custom lists. •Selecting garments, after being given a brief, to pass on to the press team that would be suitable to send out to publications after consulting the line list to access stock and sell through. Work placement at Burberry Intern to the Womenswear, Outerwear, Product development team. 26th July 2010- 26th April 2011 •Solely responsible for the creation of the inspiration and line list boards for the Outerwear team for 3 seasons (A11, W11 and SS12). These are used to present the new collections to the buyers, merchandisers and the CEO of Burberry. •Assisted the Outerwear team in the day to day running of the department, including the shipment of prototypes, assisting the fittings team, communication to external vendors and taking responsibility for the department’s PO’s. •Have assisted in the Look Book shoots for three seasons. •Cleaning sketches in Photoshop for the Outerwear and Sportswear team. •Preparing and altering garments for shoots and showroom. •Dressed models for presentations to Burberry’s team of global buyers, where it is essential to work quickly and precisely. Design Assistant at J W Anderson, Menswear Label 19th June - 28th September 2009 •15 weeks summer placement working in the studio •Working closely with the designer and head of accessories assisting the progression of design development and styling of garments. •In charge of the millinery section of the S/S 10 collection, which included assisting the design work, managing a team and directing construction tasks, ensuring deadlines were met and quality control was maintained. •Responsibilities included, hand sewing, beadwork, pattern cutting, use of illustrator, basic construction of garments, costing and communicating with suppliers. •Selected to dress at their show in London Fashion week. Design assistant with Jonquin Eden, Women’s wear August 2007 •One month placement in the studio. •Responsibilities included cutting out patterns, hand sewing, mood board assembly and accessories production. References available on request

BA (Hons) Fashion Design Technology: Menswear

Rikke Bonde ; Menswear designer STATEMENT: I am fascinated by art and I consider fashion a challenging part of it. Like a detective, I keep investigating different aspects of life and get inspired by them. For me it is all about pushing the boundaries of traditional menswear by experimenting with technique and texture to create an innovative outcome. My final collection Hyper-Natural is strongly influenced by a journey to California. It explores the contrasting aspects of reality and unreality. Silhouettes and textures in the collection are informed by the craftsmanship of Native American costume and weaving, incorporating innovative textiles ( using special machinery as Tanaka) and hyper-real colour palettes - inspired by Jeff Koons and Umberto Eco - in the form of feathers, metallic yarns and foil leather. A sense of irony plays into my thought process leading to kitsch elements in the collection. Overall, I want my outcome to be something ordinary presented in an unexpected way, not in an attempt to be eccentric but to be surprisingly relevant. WORK EXPERIENCE: 2011 Jun.-Sep.: MoonSpoon Saloon, Performance/fashion design team, Los Angeles - Personale assistance for Sara Sachs http://moonspoonsaloon.tumblr.com/ 2011 Jan.-April: Viktor and Rolf, Menswear team, Amsterdam - Design intern http://www.viktor-rolf.com/ 2010 June-Sept.: Alexanxder McQueen, McQ menswear - London,UK - Menswear design intern http://www.alexandermcqueen.com/alexandermcqueen/en_US 2010 Feb.: J.W Anderson, London - Menswear design intern http://j-w-anderson.co.uk/ ACHIEVEMENTS: British Fashion Council short list graduate- Paper Print Editorial shoot Video Shoot http://www.britishfashioncouncil.com/ Cutler and Gross 2012 finalist London College of Fashion Press Exhibition - Film PRESS: http://www.fashion156.com/daily-blog/menswear-designer/ http://pinterest.com/cutlerandgross/london-college-of-fashion-project-0734/ http://www.cutlerandgross.com/blog/introducing-the-cutler-and-gross-project-0734-student-finalists/ http://www.itsrudetostare.com/look-into-my-eyes-cutler-and-gross-announce-the-finalists-of-project-0734/

BA (Hons) Fashion Jewellery

A creative fashion jewellery student who likes creating sculptural jewellery and experimenting with colour, with past experience in a variety of creative fields including textiles, photography, clothing and accessories. Final Collection is titled 'Containment', inspired by Postmodern Architecture. Exploring colour, structure and the idea of containing a structure within a translucent shell, similar to skyscrapers. Made from acrylic sheet and rod in a variety of colours, finishes and thicknesses. Copyright © Lisa Watson 2012 Email: watson_lisa@btconnect.com https://twitter.com/#!/lisawatson90 http://www.notjustalabel.com/lisawatson http://my.lcffirstmove.co.uk/graduates/6892 Collaboration with Claire Masters: http://fashionldn.blogspot.co.uk/2012/06/lisa-watson-for-profile-magazine.html Press: http://www.stylebubble.co.uk/style_bubble/2012/07/shoes-n-things.html http://www.anothermag.com/loves/view/19625/Lisa_Watson_Jewellery http://www.catwalkqueen.tv/2012/07/london_college_6.html http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pw-BttRNc4U&feature=share http://nowfashion.com/28-06-2012-london-college-of-fashion-2012-part-2-live-event-event-2257.html http://adorngirl.com/london-college-of-fashion-ba-graduate-catwalk-2012/ http://www.catwalking.com/GRADUATES/GRAD_12/BA_Shows/shows/LCF/shows/10-Seth%20Chun%20Yip%20Yeung/index.html http://www.fashion156.com/collections/london-college-of-fashion-ba-graduate-show-2012/ http://www.vogue.co.uk/fashion/autumn-winter-2012/ready-to-wear/london-college-of-fashion-ba/page/12 http://www.tatler.com/bystander/events/2012/june/london-college-of-fashion-graduate-show?id=7516&image=1#/7516/image/33 http://www.themuse.tv/2012/07/muse-it-with-the-london-college-of-fashions-ba-show/ http://www.weheart.co.uk/2012/07/24/create-gb-lisa-watson/ http://www.studio5555.de/2012/07/30/architectural-jewellery-von-lisa-watson/

BA (Hons) Cordwainers Footwear: Product Design & Development

The inspiration for my final major project came from London as a city. I am strongly influenced by my surroundings and the city as a space for inspiration has become a recurring theme within my work. The three main aspects I explored for this project are detail, movement and texture.

BA (Hons) Fashion: Design & Technology (Top Up)

The concept for this project is based around natural geometry, hence the name Nature's Geometry, I have explored this concept through different patterns found in nature. This concept has been chosen so that the purpose of this could expose the beauty of nature and the importance of sustainability. I consider sustainability to be an important value in my design and making process, so this ensures the end product is streamlined and styled for substance. I am currently industry experience as I'm extremely eager to translate the skills I've gained on my course into the commercial realm. Please feel to contact me for any queries.

BA (Hons) Fashion Jewellery

DIFUSION COMING SOON! PRESS - Style Bubble http://www.stylebubble.co.uk/style_bubble/2012/07/shoes-n-things.html · Tatler.com Catwalk review with emphasis on VIP and Celebs http://www.tatler.com/bystander/events/2012/june/london-college-of-fashion-graduate-show#/7516/image/1 - Vogue.co.uk http://www.vogue.co.uk/news/2012/06/29/london-college-of-fashion-ba-show - Evening Standard http://www.standard.co.uk/lifestyle/fashion/all-the-trimmings-london-fashion-graduates-prove-they-have-a-bright-future-7898848.html?origin=internalSearch - Fashion156.com http://www.fashion156.com/collections/london-college-of-fashion-ba-graduate-show-2012/ · Style Bubble Susie Lau’s influential fashion blog– Catwalk highlights: http://www.stylebubble.co.uk/style_bubble/2012/07/hackney-house-antics.html · Catwalk Queen Catwalk show review: http://www.catwalkqueen.tv/2012/07/london_college_6.html · Disorder Magazine Catwalk Show review: http://disordermagazine.com/lcfs-upcoming-talent/style/ · Dash Magazine online Catwalk show review http://www.fashiondash.net/?p=3226 artsLondon news http://www.artslondonnews.co.uk/pssion-for-fashion-at-ual · Adorn Girl Fashion Blog: http://adorngirl.com/london-college-of-fashion-ba-graduate-exhibition-2012/ Exhibition review http://adorngirl.com/robert-wun-fashion-designer/ spotlight on Robert Wun http://adorngirl.com/london-college-of-fashion-ba-graduate-catwalk-2012/ Catwalk show review http://adorngirl.com/london-college-of-fashion-ba-2012-catwalk-backstage/ Backstage images · Luxsure French luxury magazine: http://www.luxsure.fr/2012/07/01/london-college-of-fashion-graduate-show-2012/ · Fashion Bite (Fashion blog) Catwalk show review: http://fashionbite.co.uk/2012/07/04/london-college-of-fashion-runway-show-class-of-2012/#more-11721 · Better Never Than Late (blog) Image Gallery of Backstage at Catwalk Show: http://bntl.co.uk/2012/07/03/backstage-lcf-press-show/ · Fashion Insight (Trade publication) Catwalk review http://fashioninsightfeatures.blogspot.co.uk/2012/07/london-college-of-fashion-ba-season.html · EStyler Magazine Image gallery of all designers: http://estylermagazine.com/interviews · The Upcoming (fashion and news blog) Catwalk show review: http://www.theupcoming.co.uk/2012/07/02/london-college-of-fashion-ba-and-fda-show/ · Now Fashion Catwalk show image gallery: http://nowfashion.com/28-06-2012-london-college-of-fashion-2012-part-1-live-event-event-2256.html

BA (Hons) Fashion: Styling & Photography

Recently graduated from London College of Fashion, studying BA (Hons) Fashion Styling and Photography. Currently working freelance, specialising in portrait and fashion photography within London and the East Midlands area. www.catherinepykett.com

BA (Hons) Fashion Design Technology: Womenswear

Womenswear Designer & Researcher EDUCATION London College of Fashion // BA (Hons) Fashion Design Technology: Womenswear Copenhagen School of Design and Technology, Centre for Responsible Design // Innovating Sustainable Fashion (Summer School) Karlsruhe Academy of Arts and Design, D // Art Research and Media Theory, Exhibition Design and Curatorial Practice WORKING EXPERIENCE Hussein Chalayan // Assistant to Production Manager Peter Pilotto // Studio Assistant Podium 84 // Costume and Stage Designer I am inspired by the way we cherish fashion, and that despite its fast pace we strive for the achievement of timelessness, longevity and an ultimate moment and the truth. Celebrating identity and esteem and the beauty that lies within us all and outlasting heterogeneity is key to my practice as a designer. I have examined the cultural traditions of an almost forgotten world in the alpine uplands, researched alpine herdsmen whose handcrafted dress has remained unchanged for hundreds of years. They embody their heritage, beliefs and culture. Patina and traces of time enhance the emotional value of the garments and objects and create a respectful bond between the maker, wearer and the product - unlike in the handling of contemporary fashion. Inspired by the opulence and symbolism of these historical costumes, my collection is a celebration of their essence, searching for raw minimalism in their voluminous and excessively decorated shapes. PRESS http://www.fluxmagazine.com/index.php/fashion/this-holy-ego-iconic-fashion-shoot/ http://www.vogue.co.uk/fashion/autumn-winter-2012/ready-to-wear/london-college-of-fashion-ba/page/3# http://www.catwalking.com/GRADUATES/GRAD_12/BA_Shows/shows/LCF/shows/18-Katharina%20Domokosch/index.html http://www.stylebubble.co.uk/ http://thisispaper.com/Katharina-Domokosch-A-celebration-of-artlessness http://www.tatler.com/bystander/events/2012/june/london-college-of-fashion-graduate-show?id=7516&image=1#/7516/image/26 http://fashiontribes.typepad.com/fashion/fashion/ http://blog.pleasedtomeetyou.fr/ http://www.gomoneyways.com/?p=65953 http://designyoutrust.com/2012/07/a-celebration-of-artlessness-by-katharina-domokosch-in-thisispaper-magazine/ http://estylermagazine.com/interviews/30 http://aima007.blogspot.de/2012/07/katharina-domokosch.html http://whyeverythingisinteresting.wordpress.com/2012/07/13/katharina-domokosch-a-celebration-of-artlessness/ http://pinterest.com/cutlerandgross/london-college-of-fashion-project-0734/ http://felon.diandian.com/ Pigeons & Peacocks Issue 5: page 2,3,5

BA (Hons) Fashion Design Technology (Surface Textiles)

Shireeka Devlin is an Irish womenswear and textiles designer based in London. She has recently graduated in BA (Hons) Degree in Surface Textiles for Fashion at London College of Fashion. She likes to create extremely wild and fun pieces that are wearable yet showstopping. She loves to use as much colour and print in her work as possible. Her silhouettes are inspired by menswear contrasted with really playful, feminine loud colours and insane prints inspired by everything in her daily life even if it’s something simple such as a poster of a monkey. Her work is all about the print and she believes in lots hand rendering and primary research mixed with CAD to make her artwork and patterns more personal and interesting. Her latest collection ‘Trippin' Over My Dreams’, explores and translates the view ‘Things are not always what they seem’, in a light – hearted and playful way. The collection is based on optical illusion art. Influenced by a variety of optical illusion techniques and subtle 80’s fashion, the collection is fun yet sophisticated. Work experience Includes: Mary Katranzou: Design Assistant - February 2011 - March 2011 Masha Ma: Design Assistant - August 2010 - December 2010 Quantum Hoisery: Design Assistant - April 2007 Freelance Designer to Vidal Sassoon London: June 2011 - Present Online Portfolio: http://www.artsthread.com/pv/shireekadevlin