B E T H A N Y C O N WAY Email: bethany.t.conway@gmail.com
Bethany is remarkably creative and fervent within the designing and making of footwear. With an eye for detail and precision, she has the ability to create meticulous and quirky designs with her exquisite use of illustration. With the consumer in mind, Bethany is able to construct designs from various sources of inspiration and design details, as this gives her work unique flair and style. Selected as a finalist for ‘Footwear designer of the year student’ by Worshipful Company of Cordwainers and her experience within bespoke footwear and vintage, bridal shoes as a designer and shoemaker has helped Bethany to develop her knowledge and understanding of the industry and the process in which shoes undertake.
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Bethany has the aptitude to design for men’s, women’s and children’s shoes with a variation of styles. Her preference, however, is women’s shoes and this is the area she wishes to specialise in. The main inspiration for her collection is the 1920’s era, subtly using ‘flappers’, art deco and distinguished design features from that chosen decade. These elements all marry together to enhance her designs, keeping it a simple and varied collection with a versatile approach. Bethany designed the collection for weddings and special occasions keeping the 1920’s theme and Spring/Summer 2014 in mind.
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