Brittany Wolffe Bermudian Fashion Designer shared with Mélange...
Brittany Wolffe Bermudian Fashion Designer shared with Mélange...
I’ m sure this is one of the most exhausted questions, but no matter how often it’ s asked, we always find each answer intriguing. Why did you decide to become a fashion designer and from where do your inspiration designs come? I am a Do-It-Yourself kind of girl at heart. I started my first business revamping clothing and accessories maybe 6 years ago. I’ ve always been into fashion, it holds a place in my heart from revamping my own items to styling friends and now dressing my clients in my designs. I couldn’ t imagine being anything but a designer and businesswoman. I love what I do. My # LoveBomb is fashion. Having the opportunity to do what I love brings me so much joy. I pray that everyone gets the chance to experience their # LoveBomb.
My designs are inspired by island life and the 70’ s Studio 55 era. I would love to have been a disco party girl back then.
Pinterest is my online mood board, which I love so much. I draw inspiration from interior design, nature, fashion, and photography. They are all my sources of inspiration.
When was LoveBomb born? I learned to sew in late 2013 while taking a 6 week Sewing for Beginners and Sewing Alterations class with Community Education in Bermuda. Launching my first collection in July of 2014 during Bermuda Fashion Week was a huge accomplishment for me. I took a risk. I was extremely new to designing and producing garments and I’ m still learning, three collections in. I’ m currently in my 2nd year at London College of Contemporary Arts studying BA Fashion Design. I learn something new each day which makes this experience a great one. I’ m working towards expanding as a brand and every lesson counts. I’ ve come to realise that studying Fashion is not only for me but to give my clients the best experience when choosing LoveBomb Inc.
Very first collection. What did it represent?“ Polished” my very first collection, of all-white lace and textured cotton fabrics. Inspired by island life of course. Day partying is a big thing in Bermuda mostly on Sundays. I designed garments which can go from life at the beach to cocktails at a weekend day party.
LoveBomb’ s target? Our # Lovers have a strong interest in fashion and looking great for any occasion is a must. She is sassy with a bit of edge, yet always feminine. LoveBomb Inc is for the socialite who isn’ t afraid of standing out in a crowd. In order for our customers to stand out, providing the most beautiful prints and fabrics with extraordinary textures is a must.
Mentors? From the time I launched my first collection I’ ve taken part in a mentor program organised by Shiona Turini and the Bermuda Fashion Festival. Its a four month program beginning in April and ending in July. Pairing 6-8 local designers with fashion editors and stylists both hand chosen and paired up by Shiona and the Bermuda Fashion Festival coordinators.
My latest mentor is Kenya Hunt of Elle Magazine whom I actually still keep in contact with. Christina Chung of Fisher Footwear at the time and Tiffany Reid formerly of Allure were my mentors during my first and second year of the mentor program. Taking part in the program has helped me tremendously in finding out who my client is and with my skill set as a hands on designer. Over the past three years of designing I have made each and every garment. Being able to continuously work on my craft during the program was a huge help.
On a personal note, how much of your personality is reflected in the clothes you design, if at all. Resonating with my personal style, my brand is for the socialite in you. While each garment is both statement and wearable I aim to make my # Lovers feel good while wearing LoveBomb Inc. In saying this, I love statement pieces. I want my # Lovers to stand out in a crowd and let their clothing speak for and before they even have to.
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