DESIGNERS' NEST folder

Originally from Reykjavík, Iceland, I am now based in Copenhagen. I recently graduated from the Royal Danish Academy where I dedicated my work to both social and environmental sustainability.
During my time as a freelance designer in Iceland I collaborated with many amazing creatives and performers.

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It taught me how influential art and design can be. How it can cause a positive impact to improve our lives, make space where there was none or just get us thinking about changing for the better. So I hope to carry those experiences with me into my career as a fashion designer now on the mainland.
Upcycling has become a big part of my expression since I believe it is the least wasteful way to make clothing. Using the overproduction to reduce itself instead of adding to it. I believe that the craft of working with second hand materials is still relatively unexplored so that will be my agenda for future projects.

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Type

Menswear, Sustainable

Methods

Crochet, Upcycling, Leathercraft

Materials

Denim, Leather, Wool, Tencel