Fashion - Bachelors

A Paisley Affair

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‘A Paisley Affair’ embraces how I articulate femininity. I want my bespoke textile designs to elevate women to feel a sense of sophistication whilst also enabling them to radiate a sense of femininity. The hand-painted Paisley designs are highlighted throughout my collection and calls to my ancestral Danish heritage. The collection is dedicated to the women who have inspired and shaped me into the feminine young lady I am today. Although my Grandma did not have the opportunities, I as a woman am lucky enough to have today, may the paisley print forever remind me of her tales of what it was like to be a woman in the 1960’s.

Sophie Crook

A paisley affair

To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow.

| AUDREY HEPBURN
Model poses in leafy green garden wearing a blue coloured mini, paisley printed dress. The dress is enhanced with 3D embroidered appliqué featuring Swarovski crystal details. A gold chain with pearl and crystal charm belt completes the look.
Model poses in leafy green garden wearing a handkerchief patchwork shirt and wide leg linen pants (with patchwork detailing down the side). The shirt is enhanced with gold floral crystal buttons. Cross stitching on the left pant pocket reads, "stop and smell the roses," complete with bee and rose cross-stitching. Matching head-scarf is featured as an accessory.
Model poses in leafy green garden wearing a midi length lace white dress. The fabric used was repurposed from an heirloom lace tablecloth. Matching lace head-scarf is featured as an accessory.
Model poses in leafy green garden wearing a pastel pink and yellow playsuit (floral in print). The playsuit is enhanced with gold floral crystal buttons. Matching headband is featured as an accessory.
Model poses in leafy green garden wearing a mini length dress (butterfly and flower print). The dress is enhanced with 3D embroidered butterfly appliqué motifs featuring Swarovski crystal details (down sleeve side). Blue Swarovski crystal and pearl hoop earrings complete the look.
Model poses in leafy green garden wearing a shantung silk fitted pastel pink bodice with high-waisted white a-line lace shorts. The appliquéd lace is from off cuts of the heirloom tablecloth featured in look 3. Model holds hand-made Italian pastel pink embossed leather handbag.

Sophie Crook

Sophie is an emerging young professional graduating in December 2022, passionate about expanding her career and living a creative fulfilling life. Her hand-painted feminine patterns epitomise her love for luxurious and detailed bespoke designs. Sophie’s dream is to grow her own heart-led Surface Pattern Design business; where she will collaborate with local Australian brands and offer custom design experiences.