I grew
up in Toronto, and studied fashion design at Ryerson University. I love
adventures, beautiful and also out-of-the-norm things, and travel whenever I
have time.
Why did
you choose to name your label "Twisted Sisters"?
The word
"Twisted" gives a hidden and darker mood and also means that there
is something different from what it seems to appear. We want
to incorporate this idea into our
collections, meaning that each piece might seem ordinary at
first, but actually has something unique about it. It might be a
detail that one wouldn't expect or another way to wear the piece.
We used
the word "Sisters", because it has two meanings. Firstly, I do
have two sisters, who we share fashion tips with. Secondly, we
also want to eventually extend to menswear (Twisted
Brothers), maternity wear (Twisted Mommies), and
even Children's wear (Twisted Babies). Turning Twisted Sisters
into a lifestyle brand.
How
would you describe your personal style? Do your designs reflect this?
My style
is ever-changing, diverse, and effortless chic. Yes,
it definitely reflects in my collections. I
love contrasting and experiment different styles. The
final pieces that I had designed are all pieces that I would love to wear
myself.
What's a
typical workday like for you?
Start of
with a fresh cup of coffee at nearby cafe, while browsing through blogs and
design sites. Depends of what time of the year it is, it can range
from illustrating on my sketchbook or fitting samples in
my studio, researching new fabrics/trends or meetings with
buyers. Finish off a hard day with a glass of Chardonnay or
bubbles.
Where do
you draw inspiration from for your lingerie?
Every
single Women. Being a modern women myself, I understand that the power
of beauty lies in confidence. If one feels in peace with
herself, then she will glow from inside to outside, which is our motto; show
the world from inside out.
Every women
has a different story and is always amazing to hear them, which inspires
me in lots of different ways.
What are
the advantages and disadvantages of being a designer in Hong Kong versus
Canada?
I think
the main advantages of being in HK is the location and its dynamic.
It is much easier for me to travel for inspiration and work,
and HK's busy lifestyle keeps the vibe going. Yet, in
Canada, everything is more relax and calm, which is also a very
soothing environment for inspiration. That's why I have a
studio both in Toronto and in HK.
What’s
next?
We are
excited to start our FW13 and Holiday 13 collection soon, and we have lots of
press and interviews scheduled. We are starting to
explore different markets and expanding our stockists
on/off line rapidly.
