Nicola Brindle

BA (Hons) Fashion Design Technology: Womenswear

Nicola Brindle
BA (Hons) Fashion Design Technology: Womenswear
 www.nicolabrindle.co.uk nicbrindle@hotmail.co.uk http://my.lcffirstmove.co.uk/graduates/6813 My final collection embodies my tactile and fun design ethos. I enjoy experimenting with colours and new techniques to recreate traditional patterns and textures. My designs often involve the unexpected such as Big-Ben embellishments and life-like flowers. The theme of my final collection was based on a Las Vegas wedding, so I combined research from both tacky and traditional aspects. I enjoy creating a story within my work, and adding extra dimensions to the garments through symbolism. I hope to continue developing as a designer with the same aesthetics – continuing to experiment and refine my style further.
 Education// 2009 to 2012 London College of Fashion: BA (Hons) Womenswear Design and Technology - First Class (Hon) 2008 - 2009 Central St Martins: Foundation in Art and Design Work Experience// Louise Gray: June 2011 - Feb 2012 // Working closely with Louise in a small team over two seasons, assisting mainly with pattern cutting and toile development. Main responsibilities were to check patterns before production and solve construction issues. This role developed into machinist, producing final pieces for both S/S 2011 and AW 2012 both by hand and on the industrial machines. Roksanda Ilincic December 2010 - April 2011 // Assistant to sampling manager, working on developing pieces from original designs, creating delicate drapes and converting these to patterns. Involved in communicating between machinists and study manager, and solving construction problems which arouse. Mentor for HMP Send London College of Fashion collaboration // Working with women at the HMP Send prison to develop a collaborative project based on personal identity. Aiming to provide and develop artistic and design skills for all involved. Assistant Designer for Cutler and Gross - 2012 Achievements// British Fashion Council - Graduate preview shown in both newspaper and film Melbourne fashion week/ Fashion Capitals of the World Event - outfits from my final project shown with other international graduates. Barnett Lawson Trimming Awards 2012 finalist Cutler and Gross 2012 finalist London College of Fashion Press Exhibition - Film Skills// Sewing - Accurate and efficient skills on industrial machines and neat hand sewing skills. Research - Extensive research and analysis skills, able to access many sources and establish unique starting points. Pattern Cutting - Highly accurate and fast pattern cutting skills, able to produce to deadlines for both drape and tailoring. Illustration - unique illustration style, enjoys experimenting with different medias to create textures and effects. CAD: Skilled in Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign Attitude: Mature communication skills, capable at working within a team and supervising. Enjoys a challenge Press/ Shoots http://www.fashioncapitals.org.au/lon_lcf.html http://beyondthisframe.com/Nicola%20Brindle.html http://pucemoment.tumblr.com/ http://oonahanderson.co.uk/15 http://fashitects.blogspot.co.uk/2012/07/lcf-press-exhibition-2012-part-ii.html http://nickydab.tumblr.com/post/26642697556/thanks-for-using-my-song-i-love-your-fashion http://roar4meat.blogspot.co.uk/2012/07/london-college-of-fashion-womanswear.html http://schoolofreference.blogspot.co.uk/ 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://saganendalausa.blogspot.co.uk/2012/07/sue-kreitzman.html http://thebestfashionblog.com/womens-fashion/trendy-womenswear-and-accessories%E2%80%A8-2012-by-nicola-brindle-2 http://www.haunt-mag.com/Clueless