ABIGAIL WESTRUP

My final collection was showcased at graduate fashion week 2010. Since graduating from De Montfort I have had my work styled in numerous photoshoots for magazines. In all of my design work I pay attention to detail. Construction is a very important aspect of design to me as I believe that well constructed garments manufactured from the finest quality fabrics creates investment pieces which you will want to treasure forever. I take construction inspiration from vintage lingerie, such as panelling and zig-zag stitching, making every seam a design feature. Embellishment plays a major part in my designing as I feel it creates further interest in a fabric and catches peoples eyes. I only use the finest quality embellishments, such as swarovski crystals and Wedgwood clay beads to create real statement pieces. All of my final collection pieces are avaliable for purchase.