Late last year I had the pleasure of working with an amazing international photographer Stephan Bollinger. His work is just divine, the clarity and lighting is just phenomenal and the images produced speak volumes to his talent. Here are a few of the beautiful images from our collaboration with Tracie Weaver whose hair and makeup is always exceptional. Our gorgeous models Courtney, Jessica, Gabrielle and Caitlin; each have their own individual and absolutely stunning looks. LOVE!
XxBegitta
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HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!
This is what we loved about 2011! What did you love? Did you
have any wonderful adventures? Did you meet the man of your dreams? Graduate
from Uni? Or conquer that big assignment or work target? Dance till sunrise?
What are your New Years Resolutions?
We at Begitta would like to wish you a Happy New Year and a
Fabulous, Fun, Whimsical, Adventurous 2012!!!
Live Your Dreams!
Much Love& Sparkles,
XxBegitta
With absolutely breath taking images such as these... It's easy to see why Versailles Palace is one of the most amazingly inspiring places that one could ever visit.
It’s Nearly Here!!!
Begitta is very excited to be releasing its first complete Ready-to-Wear Collection.
After 2 years of producing beautiful one-off formal and bridal wear creations and now completing her final studies in Paris & London, designer Begitta, is releasing a lovely little collection “Le Château” to spread a little bit of Begitta love to the gorgeous girls wanting a little piece to make their wardrobe even more special!
THE INSPIRATION
Le Château
“The Collection has been inspired by my travels through Europe and of course Paris! I was particularly inspired by the beautiful landscapes and architecture of Versailles Palace, a place once roamed by Marie Antoinette, it’s full of absolutely divine furniture, tapestries, chandeliers, art and a beautiful restaurant (Angelina) that has some of the most divine deserts I have ever savoured! It is one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen and is the key inspiration for my new collection.”
Working with beautiful fabrics, trims and lovely cuts and styles to create a collection perfect for a gorgeous birthday girl dress, perhaps for a day at the races, a garden party, a wedding or even perhaps as a bridesmaid! Think pretty frocks and tea dresses with lush detailing, full skirts in crisp silks, sparkles, flowers and lots of the divine! Perfect for any special occasion and you will be able to purchase all your pretty pieces in our online store or via our stockist in boutiques and online!
We have had a very busy past few weeks refining and defining the new collection pieces and shooting the fabulous lookbook and editorial and cannot wait to show you the results! The Collection will be launched online very soon with an exciting online “Pre-Sale” event where the lovely subscribers to the Begitta Mailing List will receive their exclusive invite! To join the mailing list now to make sure you receive your update on the event and have your chance to be the first to buy a precious Begitta piece!
Join The Mailing List Click HereNot only will you recieve fabulous emails with exciting information on new sales and events but you will also recieve password access to the Begitta Secret Section - Where you can see behind the scenes images of the new collection RIGHT NOW!!! Excitement!!
Begitta was chosen, once again, by Peugeot Car Company in 2011.
Working with the marketing directors of Peugeot Australia to create a design to produce exclusively for the company for each of their Beautiful Hostess' to wear at the Australian International Motorshow.
The garment was shot beautifully by Julie Phillips of Illumina Photography in Brisbane Australia – Just loving the results – What an amazing editorial!
Exclusive Design by Begitta
for Peugeot Car Company 2011
Model: Alleshia Miller
Hair and Makeup: Dannii McAnna @ DNKM Makeup Artistry
Styling: Begitta Stolk Styling and Design
Photography: Julie Phillips @ Illumina Photography For more images see Begitta Facebook Page
After spending time in the beautiful city of Paris studying the wondrous techniques in Couture and Tailoring, Begitta then went to the next level to study Bridal Couture and Haute Couture Embroidery at the illustrious and infamous Central Saint Martins College of Arts.
With such an amazing reputation for turning out some of the worlds greatest designers of yesterday and today such as Stella McCartney, John Galliano, Hussein Chalayan and the late Alexander McQueen.. Just to name a few, this amazing establishment was the perfect place to finalise her studies and journey for new techniques, knowledge and inspiration.
Begitta - Bridal Couture Design for Central Saint Martins College - London 2011
Begitta’s work in creative couture for bridal was practiced on a handmade ½ scale mannequin. An approach that is used by designers such as Vionnet, Vivien Westwood and John Galliano. Where the garment is first constructed in half scale and trailed using the same draping as the final “full sized” gown, this creates the same effect but uses half the fabric and is a fabulous way to trial a new style or texture.
Begitta - Bridal Couture - Close Up
Breakfast at Piccadilly Markets with my beautiful New Friends from Saint Martins.
So many techniques and tips learnt from some of the industries most amazing power players has been unbelievably beneficial in the training of not only techniques in design but also in pattern making, draping, hand embellishments and the ability to create a beautiful couture garment from start to finish with perfect technique.
I can not explain how appreciative I am to my entire family and all my beautiful friends who have constantly supported me on my journey to better myself as a designer. But also to the amazing people I have learnt from throughout my studies abroad, from the couturiers of Madame Grès, the tailors of YSL, the milliner of Gaultier and the amazing tutors of Saint Martins College. It has been such an inspiration to learn and to hear the stories that you have shared, an astonishing adventure and a once in a lifetime opportunity to discover so many new things and so much more in inspiration, passion and addiction for what I love. Thankyou to all that have supported me throughout my journey, I couldn’t have done it without you.
The beautiful street I lived on during my stay - OVINGTON STREET - Just a 2 minute walk to the amazing HARRODS department store!
Begitta is BACK in Australia!!!!
After an AMAZING few months in Europe, Begitta has returned home!
It has been quite a huge accomplishment as a designer for Begitta to complete her studies of Haute Couture in Paris and also Bridal Couture and Embroidery at The Central Saint Martins College of Art, world renowned as one of the most prestigious schools of design.
Working on the Haute Couture in Paris included creating a stunning gown using the techniques of
Madame Grès, with the couturiers whom were employed by the master drapier for over 25 years. Also working with couturier Madame Brigitte Lenoir of Yves Saint Laurent (YSL), Shibori dying expert and textile designer – Sharon Kilfoyle, Monsieur Jean Pierre Tritz – Jean Paul Gaultier’s Couture Milliner, Jean-Louis Pinabel – feather master who works with YSL and stocks his collections in Harrods (London).
Begitta may have returned but you can still follow the adventure in her
STORYBOOK JOURNAL. Begitta has come home with bright new inspirations, an even larger love for the world of couture, amazing stories and a fabulous new collection.
2011 will mark the release of Begitta’s first Pret-a-Porter (Ready-to-Wear) Collection! Drawing inspiration from her fabulous work abroad Begitta has worked tirelessly to produce a fabulous collection to debut as Guest Designer at the Sunshine Coast Fashion Festival on September 2nd, 2011. Begitta will also be speaking at the “Frocks on the Vines” seminar on the 6th of September as part of a creative industries, mentoring and networking program that supports and mentors new and emerging designers.
To book tickets to the Sunshine Coast Fashion Festival go to:
www.sunshinecoastfashionfestival.com
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