Leonora Asomanin
FASHION & ACCESSORIES DESIGNER
ESSEX
Urashima Tarō and the Turtle Collection - Photographer Christopher Shiels -
Model Andreia Bordalo - Hairstylist Neusa Goncalves - MUA Karen Messam
Model Andreia Bordalo - Hairstylist Neusa Goncalves - MUA Karen Messam
About Leonora Asomanin
My name is Leonora Asomanin, I am a British designer based in Brentwood specialising in digital textile design. I have adored fashion from a young age but it was not till my early teens that I decided to pursue a career as a fashion and textiles designer. Having a love for fashion, I studied a Foundation in Art at London College of Fashion which further developed my design style.
My love for art started at the age of 4 where I used to sit in the garden and draw for hours. My visit to Aburi Gardens in Ghana as a child further sparked my fascination for nature. Nature is the most significant aspect that has inspired my vibrant and stylish collections.
I take joy from impacting my knowledge onto others as a mentor and been quiet person I portray what I need to say through my fashion collections. I always complete work to its highest standards and I am passionate about designing.
I am inspired by my maternal grandparent’s story. My grandfather was a tailor and grandmother was a market trader. Having seen my grandmother working in a market as well as a group project at university gave me the motivation to start my own market stall at Camden Lock Market in summer 2013. My grandfather career as a tailor inspired me to start sewing at the age of fourteen. Needless to say, I feel my ability to design and make derives from my creative family.
I admire the designers Phyllis Taylor, Zuhair Murad and Mary Katrantzou. I have seen their fashion labels flourish over the years. Their stories have influenced me to chase my dream of establishing my own fashion business.
I am skilled in various practices that pertain to the fashion industry such as Screen Printing, Surface Textiles, Garment Making, Pattern Cutting, Fashion Design and my designs are distinctive and original.
On the 13th September 2014 I was invited to take part in The Emerging Trends Show during London Fashion Week. As a fashion designer I was full of joy to exhibit straight after university on such a big platform. I am grateful for all of the opportunity I have experienced so far and hope my career goes from strength to strength.
My Portfolio: www.leonora-asomanin.format.com
My name is Leonora Asomanin, I am a British designer based in Brentwood specialising in digital textile design. I have adored fashion from a young age but it was not till my early teens that I decided to pursue a career as a fashion and textiles designer. Having a love for fashion, I studied a Foundation in Art at London College of Fashion which further developed my design style.
My love for art started at the age of 4 where I used to sit in the garden and draw for hours. My visit to Aburi Gardens in Ghana as a child further sparked my fascination for nature. Nature is the most significant aspect that has inspired my vibrant and stylish collections.
I take joy from impacting my knowledge onto others as a mentor and been quiet person I portray what I need to say through my fashion collections. I always complete work to its highest standards and I am passionate about designing.
I am inspired by my maternal grandparent’s story. My grandfather was a tailor and grandmother was a market trader. Having seen my grandmother working in a market as well as a group project at university gave me the motivation to start my own market stall at Camden Lock Market in summer 2013. My grandfather career as a tailor inspired me to start sewing at the age of fourteen. Needless to say, I feel my ability to design and make derives from my creative family.
I admire the designers Phyllis Taylor, Zuhair Murad and Mary Katrantzou. I have seen their fashion labels flourish over the years. Their stories have influenced me to chase my dream of establishing my own fashion business.
I am skilled in various practices that pertain to the fashion industry such as Screen Printing, Surface Textiles, Garment Making, Pattern Cutting, Fashion Design and my designs are distinctive and original.
On the 13th September 2014 I was invited to take part in The Emerging Trends Show during London Fashion Week. As a fashion designer I was full of joy to exhibit straight after university on such a big platform. I am grateful for all of the opportunity I have experienced so far and hope my career goes from strength to strength.
My Portfolio: www.leonora-asomanin.format.com
Cairo Couture Collection hosted by Fashion Zone Magazine -Model Margarita Shilova -2015
Leonora’s Advice to Emerging Designers
One element of making it in the creative industry is having a strong portfolio. My experience since graduating from university, has given me an insight into how important it is to get involved in events to further my brand and I advise other emerging designers to do the same. I have taken part in many events such as business fairs, fashion shows, business networking events, competitions and exhibitions all of which has been beneficial for Là Mo Designs. I also recommend that designers should take part in competitions to gain exposure in the fashion industry.
As a fashion designer I see the importance of using social media to bridge the gap between the designer and the customer as well as the fashion industry. Promotional material such as business cards, flyers and a banner will help to present a brand to its highest stranded for clients and buys. Promoting your business is essential, so I advice to contact magazines for media exposure and also display your collections at exhibition spaces/ trades shows.
I recommend a mentor to coach and advice on your business start-up. Attend as many short courses for business and fashion to gain business knowledge and insight into garment contraction even if a manufacture is producing your collections. Develop relationships in the creative industry e.g. photographers, graphic designers, MUA, stylists as you may need each other as your business advances.
Above all support from family and friends will help while establishing your business. The best suggestion I could give to emerging designers, is to have good time management and organisational skills which is key to a successful business. I urge anyone hoping to work in the fashion industry to be innovative and determined. To choose fashion as a career you must put 100% effort in to all that you do.
One element of making it in the creative industry is having a strong portfolio. My experience since graduating from university, has given me an insight into how important it is to get involved in events to further my brand and I advise other emerging designers to do the same. I have taken part in many events such as business fairs, fashion shows, business networking events, competitions and exhibitions all of which has been beneficial for Là Mo Designs. I also recommend that designers should take part in competitions to gain exposure in the fashion industry.
As a fashion designer I see the importance of using social media to bridge the gap between the designer and the customer as well as the fashion industry. Promotional material such as business cards, flyers and a banner will help to present a brand to its highest stranded for clients and buys. Promoting your business is essential, so I advice to contact magazines for media exposure and also display your collections at exhibition spaces/ trades shows.
I recommend a mentor to coach and advice on your business start-up. Attend as many short courses for business and fashion to gain business knowledge and insight into garment contraction even if a manufacture is producing your collections. Develop relationships in the creative industry e.g. photographers, graphic designers, MUA, stylists as you may need each other as your business advances.
Above all support from family and friends will help while establishing your business. The best suggestion I could give to emerging designers, is to have good time management and organisational skills which is key to a successful business. I urge anyone hoping to work in the fashion industry to be innovative and determined. To choose fashion as a career you must put 100% effort in to all that you do.
London Fashion Week - The Emerging Trends - Synergy Events - Models Amber O'Rourke,
Emma Black, Katie Nixon, Nakita Harde, Pippa Hughes, Shaimaa Jamshidi - 2014
Emma Black, Katie Nixon, Nakita Harde, Pippa Hughes, Shaimaa Jamshidi - 2014
About Là Mo Designs
Là Mo Designs is an independent fashion accessories brand based in Brentwood producing high-quality original designs for women. Our luxurious hand rendered and photographic scarves cater to forward fashion women who care about where their fashion comes from.
We specialise in digitally printed scarves specially woven from the finest silk this world has to offer. Printed by one of the top digital printers in Asia who have are given a high specification in order to provide stunning pieces for our customers. Digital designs are meticulously hand cut so the pattern placement is just-so and premier standards in production is an integral part of Là Mo Designs mission.
Our signature print style includes exploring interesting concepts, strong use of colour and a specialised drawing technique producing luscious majestic distinctive print designs.
We use luxury fabrics which are exclusively made for Là Mo Designs and our scarves will make a perfect gift for someone special. Furthermore, our home run business aims to provide excellent customer service for our new and loyal customers.
Là Mo Designs is freedom, elegance, luxurious and eternal.
We specialise in digitally printed scarves specially woven from the finest silk this world has to offer. Printed by one of the top digital printers in Asia who have are given a high specification in order to provide stunning pieces for our customers. Digital designs are meticulously hand cut so the pattern placement is just-so and premier standards in production is an integral part of Là Mo Designs mission.
Our signature print style includes exploring interesting concepts, strong use of colour and a specialised drawing technique producing luscious majestic distinctive print designs.
We use luxury fabrics which are exclusively made for Là Mo Designs and our scarves will make a perfect gift for someone special. Furthermore, our home run business aims to provide excellent customer service for our new and loyal customers.
Là Mo Designs is freedom, elegance, luxurious and eternal.
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La Mo Designs Afroklectic Scarf Collection - Photographer Christopher Shiels - Model Cerys
Wrigley-Moss - HMUA Nati Endale
Wrigley-Moss - HMUA Nati Endale
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