Communications Consultant: Materials and Design
Founders and Followers, F&F, is a New York based creative consulting studio who specialise in providing a platform for contemporary designers and talented craft makers, through a multi – disciplinary lens. Projects with F&F include a collaborative interview series starting with textile and accessories designers. These interviews form part of a working series with designers and craft makers who embody a particular focus on sustainable practice.
Atelier Delphine is a concept based brand whose collections emphasize a thoughtful craftsmanship throughout their entire process. Atelier Delphine believe in using only high quality materials for naturally high performance garments to ensure the clothing's longevity. The full Founders & Followers’s Interview can be seen HERE
crescioni is a collection of hand made accessories designed by andria crescioni since 2014. the pieces are influenced by traditional craft techniques and blend andria’s understated and earthy simplicity. crescioni accessories take cues from the past, yet are refined for the modern woman.
each crescioni piece has been hand made in-house or by skilled craftspeople in los angeles. the spring palm collection is made in collaboration with artisans in oaxaca, mexico. The full Founders & Followers’s Interview can be seen HERE
Actually Existing work with traditional hand craft methods to develop high end accessories and footwear, the focus is to bring back the desire and appreciation for quality and resist the consumer throw away mentality.
Working with leather and up-cycled materials, including heavy canvas and rubber, Actually Existing believe in keeping their production local in order to support the local suppliers and manufacturers in Melbourne where the reside.