British Vogue

British Vogue! A Designer’s Take on Sustainability, Luxury, and the Art of Fabric Manipulation

There’s a certain thrill to seeing your name in British Vogue. A little flick of the page, and—oh!—there it is. But beyond the glitz of the November, December 2023, and January 2024 issues, beyond the glossy pages and elegant fonts, is a story that I’ve been crafting stitch by stitch: the belief that sustainability and luxury are not at odds, but rather, the most elegant of friends.

Sustainability in fashion has long suffered an image crisis. Let’s be honest—when people hear “sustainable,” they often think of rough-hewn fabrics, overly simplistic silhouettes, and an aesthetic that leans more “homemade” than haute couture. But the industry is finally catching up to what some of us have known all along: true luxury isn’t about excess. It’s about craftsmanship, precision, and the whisper of a fabric that has been chosen just so.

My approach has always been about fabric manipulation—a term that, for the uninitiated, is the haute sorcery of transforming textiles into living, breathing works of art. It’s the way silk can be coaxed into sculptural drapery, how beading can mimic the shimmer of moonlight, or how a single expertly placed fold can change the entire attitude of a garment. This isn’t just design; it’s storytelling through texture.

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British Vogue’s feature wasn’t just a moment of validation—it was a sign that the fashion world is shifting. That sustainability isn’t a limitation but a luxury in its own right. That the artistry of fabric manipulation, of hand-sewn precision, of garments designed to move with you, is not just an afterthought but a defining force in the industry.

So, as I turn the pages and see my work nestled among the greats, I take a moment to sip my steaming tea, and revel in this:

Sustainability is chic. Fabric manipulation is an art form. And a true sense of style is timeless.