Ivaylo Petkov
Concept-driven designer working between heritage and contemporary form. My practice explores structure, silhouette, and identity through a combination of technical precision and experimental draping. Currently developing projects rooted in historical references and material exploration, with a growing focus on tailoring and womenswear.
Creating/visualising an idea and producing a design by hand •Producing patterns, toiles and technical specifications for designs •Sourcing, selecting and buying fabrics, trims, fastenings and embellishments •Developing a pattern that is cut and sewn into sample garments and supervising the making up of these, including fitting, detailing and adaptations •Measure customers to get measurements for garments •Negotiating with customers and suppliers •Managing marketing, finances and other business activities
Meetings with clients •Weekly meetings with the designer •Dealing with suppliers •Hand beading (tambour) •Hand silk shading embroidery •Creating patterns and toiles for design development
Making sure that students are following the health and safety procedure •Keeping all paths and fire exits clear •Tidying up the studios in the end of shift •Ensuring all electricity is of in the end of the shift