Fashion design
As a fashion designer I worked for several dutch fashion brands, for both men- and womenswear collections. For these brands I designed all product groups, from outerwear to accessoires. As a designer I’m involved in the complete design and product development process of the collections. This includes create moodboards, pick fabrics and colors, make designs and tech packs, and fit and follow up the samples. Over the years I gained a lot of knowledge about designing collections, garment construction, production processes, fitting and pattern making.
tailoring & pattern making
I always had a strong passion for garment construction, tailoring and pattern making, and started sewing from a young age. At the Willem de Kooning academy I learned how to put my ideas and designs into patterns and garments. Over the years I have gained more knowledge in this area by following classes and courses. I have done several tailoring jobs for clothing and costumes, for example for theater makers and performers.
TEACHING
Besides working as a designer and tailor I’m teaching in fashion and sewing. I like to share my knowledge in this field with other people. At the moment I teach adults and kids in sewing and pattern making. Besides this I’m also providing workshops at secondary schools about fashion and textile.