Art, at the LVIV National Academy of Art in Ukraine. Whilst I was studying I created several bespoke dresses for private clients, which helped to pay for my tuition and living costs. I was lucky enough to then move to England to study at Chichester College, through which I started an internship at Aspinal of London. Who or what is your biggest influence? I take inspiration from a range of style icons- both past and present. I love the iconic classic style of Grace Kelly, Audrey Hepburn and Marilyn Monroe. Coco Chanel and Christian Dior as designers are massive inspirations regarding the luxury brands they have built. For current style I am inspired more by social influencers- they have an incredible influence on today’s consumer and setting new trends. Olivia Palermo, Caroline Daur and Camila Coelho are all people I follow alongside David Gandy. He is a big inspiration to me, and it was incredible to collaborate with him on the Aerodrome collection which was released in April this year. Describe your job in five words Fun, creative, international, social, and ever-changing. Aspinal of London, is a renowned quintessentially British label, do you face any challenges adhering to the signature within a global, expanding market? We now have ten standalone stores in London, including our new Flagship store on Regent Street in St James’s, which we opened in November of last year, as well as concessions in prestigious department stores such as Harrods and Selfridges. Online currently accounts for 40% of our business and we continue to grow our international wholesale business. This year we opened our flagship store in the UAE in Dubai Mall, increasing
HRH THE DUCHESS OF CAMBRIDGE AND HER SISTER PIPPA MIDDLETON ARE OFTEN SEEN WEARING OUR PIECES, ALONGSIDE DAVID GANDY.
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