" I studied an Art and Design Foundation Course in Manchester and then travelled to Australia. When I returned home I wasn’t exactly sure what I wanted to do for my degree so I decided to take a couple of years out.
I worked in retail but to be honest I didn’t find it to be all that enjoyable or rewarding. I then found a course in Fashion Marketing at Northumbria University that would be perfect for me.
Just before I started the course, I decided that, rather than get a part time job like most of my fellow students, I wanted to work for myself and establish something that I could expand once I graduated.
I’d once designed an elaborate veil inspired headpiece and my mum told me I could market it, suggesting I see what else is out there. Many tiaras in the bridal market are very traditional and I felt there was a lack of style and design with many of the mass produced pieces.
I wanted to introduce a more fashion-led brand to the market and become a recognised name in the bridal industry, associated with style, individual design and superior quality.
A lot of people who did my degree moved to London for jobs as soon as they graduated. I was always happy here in the North East and knew I had an opportunity to create my own business and have control of my own designs.
My designs were told in two shops whilst I was at university. Having graduated last summer, I’m now ready to take that next step and expand the business.
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