I am a graduate of Fashion Institute of Technology with a Bachelor’s of Fine Arts Degree in Accessories Design. Designing has always been my greatest passion, and I believe that accessories tell a personal story of the users, as they are essential things that complete an outfit. I specialize in not only leather a… Read More
I am a graduate of Fashion Institute of Technology with a Bachelor’s of Fine Arts Degree in Accessories Design. Designing has always been my greatest passion, and I believe that accessories tell a personal story of the users, as they are essential things that complete an outfit. I specialize in not only leather accessories, but also millinery, cold weather accessories and print design.
The Accessories Design course at FIT allows me to fully explore how accessories are made, so I have experience in designing and making actual prototypes. I am also familiar with sourcing materials since I have had to find leathers and hardware to create my samples. Before I start to design, I would make mood boards to arrange my inspirations and sort out my ideas. To create my designs, I am both comfortable with hand rendering and Adobe Illustrator. Designing accessories greatly stimulates my interest, as materials chosen would need to be aesthetically pleasing and, at the same time, durable and suitable for their intended use. Read Less