Arts Thread

I am Magdalena, a fashion graduate from Northumbria University, born and raised in Bulgaria. As a Bulgarian navigating life abroad, I have come to realise the profound impact that my heritage has on my sense of self and I often find myself looking at Bulgaria’s cultural treasures for inspiration. My specialism is pattern cutting and I specifically enjoy taking inspiration from shapes and motifs and translating them into wearable clothing. I consider myself a maximalist, adopting various techniques, such as tailoring, laser cutting, laser etching and colour blocking. My design aesthetic is a juxtaposition between masculine hints and feminine silhouettes, ultimately creating structured elegant looks. I like to explore versatility in garments through multi-purpose transformative designs and offer endless possibilities for styling and wearing. Looking at accessories as my armour, I enjoy designing accessories to accompany my garments, further solidifying the story I want to tell.