Pins and Needles Fashion Show x

This month I organised the graduate fashion show for the University of Portsmouth at the Kings Theatre in Portsmouth. There were 18 designers showcasing their work, I had 3 very beautiful models wearing my collection; Emily Tudor in my ruffle dress, Veronika Ashlee Jones in my long silk dress and Siobhan Esme Devine in my two piece jacket and skirt suit x

Little Black Dress Competition x

I entered my black ruffle dress from my final collection into the 'Little Black Dress' competition at the Kings Theatre in Portsmouth. The competition was to celebrate the little black dress and Breakfast at Tiffany's film. My dress was shortlisted to appear on the catwalk and was chosen as the winning entry! The prize was to have my dress showcased in the exhibition at the Portsmouth City Museum . You might also notice, my model is the beautiful Steph Wilson who was the redhead from my teddy bear photoshoot in a previous post x

Cold Heart Black x

I also produced my final collection in a black colourway, to create a completely opposite look x

Cold Heart x

Since my last project I have completed my final major collection 'Cold Heart'.

Cold Heart is a collection inspired by nature and the ever changing landscape and temporal conditions; the ability of snow to transform objects and make beautiful the everyday. This theme influenced fabric choices and helped me to establish an understated tonal colour palate. I explored natural forms through photography, both in the countryside and museums, and translated this imagery into shapes that inspired my silhouettes.

Designed for occasional wear, the garments include heavily embellished beading and unconventional shapes supported with fishing line. I explored the cuts within the collection through extensive toiling to create asymmetry, spiral seaming and a detachable collar.