Who is Glory Box Designs
I started designing in the 5 years I lived in China I had such great access to tailors and fabric that my wardrobe grew to epic proportions. As I couldn't fit into the local clothes, I had to buy my wardrobe seasonally on my trips back home, and I felt that there was a big gap of easy fit clothes in bright, bold colours.
I started developing a range of swimwear and kaftans in larger sizes but my technical knowledge was letting me down, so I came back to Sydney to study fashion design at East Sydney TAFE, and then moved in to Textile Design where I was really able to let my imagination fly. Combining my love of print with my desire for an endless summer, and my background in Drama and Film I develop unique prints that I then translate in to either my homewares or fashion and accessories ranges. I feel very strongly about keeping production Australian, so I do all of my screen printing, sewing and pattern making myself, and have my digital printing done locally.
At the core of Glory Box Designs remains one constant, making pieces that leave no woman behind. I work at an approachable price point, breathable styles and easy care fabrics. Life is too short not to have beautiful, comfortable clothes.
I started developing a range of swimwear and kaftans in larger sizes but my technical knowledge was letting me down, so I came back to Sydney to study fashion design at East Sydney TAFE, and then moved in to Textile Design where I was really able to let my imagination fly. Combining my love of print with my desire for an endless summer, and my background in Drama and Film I develop unique prints that I then translate in to either my homewares or fashion and accessories ranges. I feel very strongly about keeping production Australian, so I do all of my screen printing, sewing and pattern making myself, and have my digital printing done locally.
At the core of Glory Box Designs remains one constant, making pieces that leave no woman behind. I work at an approachable price point, breathable styles and easy care fabrics. Life is too short not to have beautiful, comfortable clothes.
What is it about colour that inspires you
I think I was born that way. I grew up on a beautiful farm in the bush by the beach, in a house filled with colour and beautiful objects. The influences of my mother and her sister have proved to be very strong, as I always keep them in mind when designing.
I find colour so comforting, nothing upsets me more than beige. I use colour as an expression of feeling and am always attempting to evoke emotion through my use of it. It's definitely quite innate when painting walls at home I have these grand plans that freak everyone out, but once they're on the wall they love them.
I have never had any intention to just blend into the background, and I love that when I am at my most colourful it gets smiles from strangers. They don't call
me "The Sequin Terrorist" for nothing.
I find colour so comforting, nothing upsets me more than beige. I use colour as an expression of feeling and am always attempting to evoke emotion through my use of it. It's definitely quite innate when painting walls at home I have these grand plans that freak everyone out, but once they're on the wall they love them.
I have never had any intention to just blend into the background, and I love that when I am at my most colourful it gets smiles from strangers. They don't call
me "The Sequin Terrorist" for nothing.
Your jewellery is tactile, durable and not only absorbs but reflects whatever the wearer has on. So the question must be asked: why resin in particular
Resin is a medium that I stumbled on by accident, and a happy one at that. It is so versatile in that I can make it into an infinite amount of shapes and colours, it experiments nicely yet also is able to provide consistent results for moulding.
I can use it to mimic the intricate details of crystal, or make it smooth as stone, transparent as glass or as opaque as the night in a range of high octane colours.
As a kid I loved staring into blown glass paper weights, tiny little worlds frozen in time I get to do that with resin. It also has the benefit of being strong and light, a must for my pieces as I believe they should be worn with reckless abandon. I want you to be able to just throw it on and know that you can get about your business of being fabulous and relaxed.
My jewellery can be used to complement an outfit, or be the star of one.
I can use it to mimic the intricate details of crystal, or make it smooth as stone, transparent as glass or as opaque as the night in a range of high octane colours.
As a kid I loved staring into blown glass paper weights, tiny little worlds frozen in time I get to do that with resin. It also has the benefit of being strong and light, a must for my pieces as I believe they should be worn with reckless abandon. I want you to be able to just throw it on and know that you can get about your business of being fabulous and relaxed.
My jewellery can be used to complement an outfit, or be the star of one.
Traditionally pink is a soothing colour and somehow you have managed to strike the balance with explosive mixtures yet peaceful glam. Is this a deliberate method or was it more of an accidental happening
I love that phrase 'peaceful glam', as it really is the essence of my aesthetic, I am always trying to show that bright prints and good taste are not mutually exclusive.
As a lot of my prints are subversive and cheeky, using colours that directly contrast with the idea of the print and just another way that I like to play with design. For example, I did a print range called "Obnoxious Weeds" and I took my inspiration for the motifs from the cane toad, the indian myna and the prickly pear, and then used these inviting, complementary colours with them, to make the concept of toad skin more appealing. It's always worth asking me the story behind the print, I can be pretty silly at times.
As a lot of my prints are subversive and cheeky, using colours that directly contrast with the idea of the print and just another way that I like to play with design. For example, I did a print range called "Obnoxious Weeds" and I took my inspiration for the motifs from the cane toad, the indian myna and the prickly pear, and then used these inviting, complementary colours with them, to make the concept of toad skin more appealing. It's always worth asking me the story behind the print, I can be pretty silly at times.
How would you sum up the world of Glory Box Designs in 5 words
Cheeky design irreverence, with heart
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