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Josefin Strid

Josefin Strid

Strid’s label is based on using fashion as a means of self expression. Her experimental tailoring is often combined with art to create iconic pieces with a strong lean towards the avant-gard while being infinitely wearable. The essence of her pieces is to create by hand as much as possible, keeping production as close to home as possible.

Why did you become a designer?
The day I began sewing was a turning point for me; I've done nothing else since. I didn't choose to become a designer but it has been a natural progression. The more I learn the more I realise there is more to learn – a wonderful challenge.

Josefin Strid Fashion designer Josefin Strid.

What are the problems and needs which influence your work?
To continually improve is one of my main goals. You can always be better, despite sometimes having to force yourself to be satisfied with the outcome of a task at some stage.

 

What is it like to be a designer working in Västra Götaland?
The good thing is that you are able to get good support and help from those around you. My studio is part of an incubator, which creates a lot of opportunities and is also very cost effective. Sometimes though I do have to travel and explore to find inspiration as it can feel a little isolated; especially as Stockholm is still considered to be the creative force in Sweden.

 

More: www.josefinstrid.com

 

Text: Anna-Stina Linden Ivarsson
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