Made By Britain

Fashion designers across Sussex share some of their design news

Suzie Turner

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Featured in the opening 2012 Sussex Fashion Awards campaign, above, Suzie Turner  couture - voted Sussex Fashion Designer of the Year 2011 by the public – photographed by Sarah Bird voted Sussex Fashion Photographer 2011 – modelled by Tess Dimos the face of Sussex voted Sussex Fashion Model 2011. Shot on location at The Hilton Brighton Metropole.  

Mike Shorer Jewellery

Mike has been working as a jewellery designer for more than 30 years and based in Sussex since 1995.  He’s been asked to make all sorts of designs from fine jewellery to objets d’art and trophies and made jewellery pieces for Royalty, Rock and Rollers, Sports, TV and film stars as well as trophies for major sports and TV events and a specialist of gemstones. He has a website packed full of music  celebrities receiving his designer trophies including Sharon and Ozzi Osbourne, Oasis, Paul Weller, U2 Bono, and Coldplay to name a few, commissioned through  Theo Fennell Plc. 

Mike ‘s bespoke jewellery and trophies have won him major awards including  the Goldsmiths’ Craft Council Awards. Read more > Mike Shorer Jewellery

Maria Pulley 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

An independent fashion designer based in West Sussex, working to commission and develops a close working relationship with clients to design and make unique made to measure pieces for special occasions and bridalwear. A collection is produced once or twice a year using wherever possible British fabrics and trimmings. The current collection is called Horizon and explores ways of forming shapes without vertical seams. 

Maria has dressed celebrities such as Kate Mosse, and has a inspiring portfolio at Maria Pulley

Maria is also involved with local events such as The Goodwood Revival during September each year, heralding vintage collections, and also has demonstrated a keen awareness through her recycled ranges.

Maria will be exhibiting her work at the Oxmarket Gallery, Chichester in May.  This will not only consist of a collection of dresses but also the background research, sketches, photographs, paintings, samples and deconstructed patterns showing the whole process of building a collection, from the initial ideas and designs through to the pattern making. This exhibition will celebrate the art of the pattern cutter. Read more >  Maria Pulley 

Juliana Sissons

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  

 

Juliana Sissons  Couture Collection Medieval and Renaissance Room Victoria & Albert Musuem London

Brighton & Hove Sussex Fashion designer, Juliana Sissons, participated in the V&A’s Artist in Residency programme between July and December 2010. During this time Juliana used theV&A’s Museums medieval and renaissance galleries for research and was particularly inspired by the armour collection and by images depicting armour within the many tapestries and sculpture.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sisson’s latest collection which was shown last year at the V&A London, is of developmental knitted pieces inspired by the research, skills exploration and textile experimentation gained during her residency. Like armour, these pieces can be worn separately or can be worn in conjunction with other items from the collection to make up whole outfits. e  juliana.sissons@ntlworld.com

Kevin Freeman

Stunning bridal shoot by fashion photographer and Eastbourne based Luke Woodford and designed by Kevin Freeman of Renaissance Creative Designs of Brighton, Sussex,  who recently was finalist in The Sussex Fashion Awards 2011 with photo cover featured by Vogue Italia. e Kevin@renaissancecreativedesign.com

Suzie Turner

The stunning fully corseted feather dress features for ‘The seasons greetings from The Fashion Trust 2011′ campaign designed by The Sussex Fashion Designer of the Year 2011 winner – Suzie Turner from her current couture collection – strictly designed and made to order – Photography by Sarah Bird shot at The Hilton Brighton Metropole. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Kevin Freeman

Especially for Sussex brides this coming year – a special feature with front cover of Attire Bridal Magazine, designed and styled by Sussex Fashion Designer of The Year finalist, Kevin Freeman, Director, Renaissance Couture of Brighton, UK. Photography by Luke Woodford, featuring beautiful Swarovski studded silk & lurex tiered gown. Attire Bridal 

Kevin has also recently contributed to a new book about Hollywood Treasure Marilyn Monroe  called  “Dressing Marilyn” –  by Andrew Hansford highlighting how stars such as the timeless Marilyn Monroe influenced what we wore and is available from all leading bookshops. Dress Marilyn    e Kevin@renaissancecreativedesign.com 

Suzie Turner

With thanks to Suzie Turner for the beautiful silk georgette cowl back long dress featuring swarovski crystals between the crepe de chine lining and outer fabric – pictured in our recent photo shoot for the launch of The Sussex Fashion Awards 2012. Couture – strictly designed and made to order in Sussex – Great Britain.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Modern Love     

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This month will see the new Autumn Winter Collection 2011/2012 collection from Modern Love to launch exclusively in Liberty, London. Modern Love is an unashamed fusion of influences, producing stunning clothing that is artistic but still wearable. What sets Modern Love apart is its use of exclusive prints in limited editions, in colours that enhance and radiate, on clothes that wrap and touch without restriction. Modern Love is collaboration between Sarah Arnett and Kim Hunt.

Stephanie Jones, Associate Buyer Womenswear, Liberty Said, “I’m so pleased that Modern Love came to our Best of British open call for new and emerging designers. As soon as I saw the beautiful illustrated prints and bold use of colour, I knew the brand would fit perfectly into the Liberty aesthetic. Shapes are feminine and flattering so I think it will really appeal to the Liberty customer”.

 Arnett and Hunt both agree that, “to unveil a new collection in Liberty is very exciting,” Although the pair have 30 years of Fashion and design experience and have worked together previously at Sarah Arnett,  Modern Love is only in its second season. “We felt that it was the right fit for Liberty”, said Hunt, “exclusive print is our USP and we had Liberty in mind in the design process”.  Read more >  Modern Love  

Renaissance Couture

It’s been a fantastically exciting time recently for Renaissance Couture. When I was shortlisted for Designer of the Year in May, we were in the middle of the Bridal Season and the studio was a sea of tulle, lace and silk to be transformed into lavish gowns for weddings taking place all over the world. Each gown we produce is unique and so far this year we have produced everything from full romantic gowns with shredded tulle skirts to sensual satin gowns with appliquéd lace and beaded embellishment.

We also produced our new bridal collection which will be used to promote Renaissance Couture in the press and at bridal shows for the next 12 months. The collection consists of eight individual pieces and heavily favours reflective metallic layering and crystal embellishment with beautifully paneled corsets and sculpturally elegant skirts.

The collection has just been photographed by celebrity photographer David Levine, working with an amazing team of creatives including hair stylist Simon Webster, (whose work will grace the front cover of October’s Vogue), Makeup artist Lucille Dee and my muse, model Simone Jane Piper. All the beautiful vintage inspired jewellery was kindly lent for the shoot by Rosie Fox (rosiefox.com) and I imagine these images will shortly be gracing the pages of some of the nation’s finest magazines.

Renaissance Couture evening wear will be appearing in New York magazine ‘XO’ from August as the result of an edgy shoot in Ligne Roset by photographer Ramses Radi and there is a full page spread of John Farrar’s beautiful image of our Brighton Museum Couture dress in the next edition of Faceon, the makeup industry’s favourite glossy. I have also just had a full page interview in ETC magazine talking to stylist Igor Srzic-Cartledge about what influences and inspires me; so press wise things are looking good!

Another aspect of our work is the creation of bespoke stage costume for celebrities and performers and June started with a bang when Sandie Shaw was photographed at the start of her tour wearing a pink Union Jack outfit that I designed for her. The images were splashed across the Daily Mail, the Telegraph, The Express and the Guardian and she will be wearing another new outfit for her appearance at Vintage at Southbank. At the time of writing I am waiting to see what the press thinks of this one.

The magical appearance of Romany, Diva of Magic on Saturday night prime time TV Penn & Teller ‘Fool Us’ show was another coup for Renaissance Couture. We recently created sparkling new costumes for her award winning performance in Las Vegas. She then went on to wear the new outfits for the Penn & Teller show and the feedback has been amazing.

Future projects include producing a small range of contemporary pleated jackets and skirts in luxurious fabrics to be sold through an exclusive boutique and I am very excited about the development of a new collection of louche, period inspired menswear for the more extravagant Renaissance male. I have also just been accepted as an Associate Lecturer at Northbrook College and I am looking forward to passing on industry knowledge there over the next few months, then I am delivering a day of Masterclasses at the Royal Albert Hall in November as part of their Creative Quarter programme.

Finally and probably most importantly is the development of the new Renaissance Couture website which I would like to see going live before Christmas. It’s always non-stop here but I do love it!  e Kevin@Renaissancecreativedesign.com

Julius Arthur Quinn

Julius was born and raised in Cornwall.  At a young age, he learnt that the creative industries was the area he was going to go into and set his heart on studying at Central St Martins. For five years of study in fine art 3d and silversmithing Julius set off on his journey of study.

Five years later he found him self studying fashion and textiles in the city of Brighton & Hove, and has never looked back. Accepted to Parsons in New York and working with Ziad Ghanem and top regional designer, Sarah Arnett, he found himself immersed in a world of high fashion and couture,  and using all this experience involved himself in the world of print and textiles.

Now residing in the city of  Brighton & Hove,  is setting out to set up his own business, and persue his own dreams as a creative business.

Julius was recently asked to develop a range of prints and clothing for The Fashion Trust to submit as part of the UK’s Parliamentary Search for Made in Britain, a Parliamentary Search fo the Best of British manufacturing from the regions.

He very wisely chose the most unique event to happen in his, and many other Sussex and Brighton & Hove residents lifetime,  - “The Olympic Torch coming to Sussex and Brighton & Hove  2012″  To contact Julius, The Fashion Trust   info@fashionsussex.co.uk

 

 

 

Mike Weatherley MP pictured wearing one of the  ‘Olympic 2012 global inspired’ prints designed by Julius,  which will now be showcased in the “Made By Britain” campaign representing the UK MP’s region. More information >  Made in Britain

Rosa Pietsch

Rosa is a fashion, print and accessories designer based in Brighton, UK, who recently graduated with 1st Class Honours from my 4-year BA(Hons) in Fashion Design with Business Studies at the University of Brighton. Her work experience includes Noki (Brighton), Sarah Arnett (Brighton), Anokhi (Jaipur, India), Louise Goldin (London) and various fashion photoshoot assistance and events organising.

Rosa’s portfolio displays a wide range of design projects, reflecting my versatility as a designer and my interest in different areas of design, including commercial and experimental design, printed and knitted textiles, accessory design and fashion illustration. I aim to explore as many different areas of design as possible, therefore enabling me to work effectively to a brief, as well as independently.

I am currently looking for further experience in fashion and textiles design in the form of internships and freelance work. Since graduating, my print designs have been sold in Topshop Oxford Circus via Betafashion, and my jewellery and accessories sold in Handmade Brighton boutique. I have also showcased my collection at ‘Brighton Loves Fashion’ 2010, ‘Digitalise Me’ fashion show 2011, and Rodhus gallery launch night. Read More > Rosa Pietsch     

 

Frantic about Frances

Frantic About Frances, Handmade Frivolities is a lingerie label that is fun, quirky, vintage-inspired and made for every woman to unleash her inner pin-up girl. Pretty panties are the main specialty of this retro-inspired label, be it a whisper of chiffon or lace adorning the derrière, or bright and quirky strawberry printed cotton that suggests 1950’s playfulness, you can be sure to find a piece to suit every taste and occasion.

Frantic About Frances, Handmade Frivolities is a lingerie label which specialises in pretty panties, sleep shorties, Victorian style bloomers, bra tops, hand-dyed camisoles and cheeky thongs. The ethos of this label is to make women feel like stars of the silver screen, no matter what size or age; any woman can embrace her inner Marilyn Monroe or Rita Hayworth with this lovely lingerie.

Frantic About Frances was set up by its creator, Jennifer Mearns. Jennifer decided to set up Frantic About Frances, as after studying historical costume design and pattern cutting, she spent a stint working in London as a fashion stylist, then moved to the sunny shores of Brighton, where she worked in a lingerie boutique. Surrounded by beautiful lingerie, Jennifer felt inspired, and eventually decided to work on her own designs, then, Frantic About Frances was born!  Read more > Frantic About Frances

stockists

• Get Cutie, 33 Kensington Gardens, Brighton, BN1 4AL
• Snoopers Attic, 7-8 Kensington Gardens, Brighton, BN1 4AL
• Lavender Room, 16 Bond Street, Brighton, BN1 1RD

Foley Hyde

Foley graduated from Ravensbourne college of design and communication in 2010, with work experience gained at Studio M and Pattern Textiles, involving working as a trend forecaster, designing prints and fashion samples to sell to their international clients.

A textile designer specialising in print design; the degree course has allowed Foley to develop an innovative and imaginative approach to design and experimentation. She has a wide range of technical skills including silk screen printing, drawing skills, embroidery techniques and creating designs inspired from travelling and extensive research of high-end fashion trends. Read more > Foley Hyde

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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