I wrote an article for an amazing new independent fashion magazine, www.Papercutmag.com about the search for the best woman’s wear designers on Etsy.com. The search was literally exhausting – when querying “dress” the results are over 10,000 – but I was so happy and inspired by what I found; three amazing, upcoming designers on their way to greatness, I’m sure. Below are a few excerpts, but you can check out the full article here: http://papercutmag.com/index.php/emagazine/
Reddoll by Tatyana Merenyuk
Christine: What’s more important – inspiration or hard work?
Tatyana: They go hand and hand. Hard work is a must! You will not get anywhere without it. But inspiration makes you work hard, and that’s the whole reason why you’re doing this! Devoting all your time and sacrificing “normal” daily life. But if you’re in love with it, that is the only thing that really matters, and turns you “on” inside. It does to me.
Nadinoo by Nadia Izruna
Christine: What kind of advice would you give a young designer looking to pursue this dream?
Nadia: I would advise them to get involved with clothing in any way they can from as early as possible, whether it’s courses, internships, or simply working in a clothing store. Always challenge your skills and creativity, perhaps try to craft and design your own wardrobe tailoring it to your own needs and taste level, it will give you a hands on way of exploring clothing. For Nadinoo I alway design clothing that I will wear myself, it’s important not to remain detached from the end purpose.
Pretty Birdie by Stephanie Teague
Christine: I love how you take basics that every woman needs and apply your own spin on all levels – a flattering cut, sustainable materials, beautiful colors. It is a theoretical layering that translates so cleanly in your work. Are you thinking about these things when you design and how does it all come together?
Stephanie: Yes, I am definitely thinking about classic staples in a womans wardrobe that can be dressed up or down and worn in a variety of situations. Comfort is a huge factor in my clothing, I think about putting that comfort into business and evening clothes. In the end, I am honestly just making clothes that I really want to wear. I am not super flashy, I like to look classic yet very unique and urban…it’s definitley my personality that you see in my pieces.
Tags: Emerging Fashion Designers, Etsy.com; Pretty Birdie, Independent Fashion, Nadinoo, Reddoll
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I can’t believe you picked Pretty Birdie! I just featured them on my eco-fashion blog as the Etsy pick of the week. I love Stephanie’s designs, they are beautiful and all the green qualities are plus! We need more designers who can find a way to do both, it doesn’t need to be one or the other.
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Thanks for your comment! Steph from Pretty Birdie will go places, she’s amazing!