A bit about myself…
I love vintage clothing and taking inspiration from old films and photographs. I’ve lost count of the number of books I’ve read about fashion and the history surrounding it. When it comes to my personal style I try to express myself through my clothes and accessories; I love to experiment with new ideas and wear one-of-a-kind items, which is why I like vintage clothes – each item is unique and holds a story of its own. My vintage obsession doesn’t stop at clothes however, and I’m also interested in music and films either from the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s, or inspired by those decades.
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My style icons include the model Suki Waterhouse, and Australian IT girl Cartia Mallan. My favourite artists are Frida Kahlo and Gustav Klimt.
I try to buy most of my clothes from second-hand shops or vintage boutiques as this is a more ethical way to shop, but I also love highstreet stores like Topshop and Urban Outfitters.
When I was younger I wanted to be a fashion designer and would spend hours drawing hundreds of outfits I wished I could bring to life. I love to draw and paint, not just designs but people and faces. Photography is another one of my interests, and I like to take photos of new places I visit. I studied fashion design for two years at Shrewsbury College, where I learned how to make my designs a reality. Even though I no longer study design, I still love sewing and creating my own clothes.
Finally I like reading books and magazines, watching films, listening to music, and being creative in any way I can.
Lauren Rees 