David Nieper is a Derbyshire based fashion house and is a highly prized and fought for competition which aims to find the best student fashion designer. I had to design a collection for the over 50's market, which had to ooze quality. A 5 piece collection made for £150 to flatter the middle aged body but be able to be bought online and postal order so it couldn't be too complicated or fitted.
The Meryl collection.
My collection was inspired by the award winning actress Meryl Streep. I have a Secret obsession with her film. so I thought it was the obvious choice to use her as my muse. She is successful, chic, and I think my clients would desire to be like her or at least be as stylish as her. She often attends red carpet events but instead of wearing the biggest designer of that time she wears what suits her body often covering her arms, wearing dresses which show off her waist and her best bits. But she isn't afraid to be noticed while being comfortable at the same time.
I tried to make my collection trend aware while also being realistic for the mature woman. I used bold printed fabrics and quality fabrics. I got selected from my class to be put forward for the David Nieper Award, I have now won the Award and a £250 cash Prize and will be fast tracked to the final.
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Ashley J
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