STORY
“Everything you can imagine is real”
Throughout my career, I have approached fashion from various perspectives.
As a creative director, fashion designer, illustrator, and print designer, I comprehensively understand the creative and technical aspects involved.
This diverse background enables me to comprehend and execute every stage of creating a collection,
offering a complete concept and overseeing the entire process from beginning to end.
I constantly push myself and those around me to delve deeper, surpass expectations, and create something extraordinary.
My work is renowned for its emphasis on enduring designs within the mid-to-upper market segment.
This approach yields resilient strategies that align with the client's mindset, resulting in a distinct identity and a lasting vision.
I am always eager to embrace new challenges, learn from others, exchange ideas, and explore fresh possibilities.
I would be thrilled to connect with you if you believe our goals align.
SKILLS
Envisioning and building concepts from the ground up
Composing collections from start to finish
Maintaining commercial aspects and brand values
Sourcing the most suitable materials through textile knowledge
Designing garments, accessories, and trimmings
Illustrating figurative design sketches
Creating prints and patterns for textiles
Drawing detailed, technical illustration
Compiling tech packs and factory instructions
Guiding fittings, creating a constant and perfect fit
EDUCATION
Artez academy of art and design
Bachelor fashion design
Preen by Thornton Bregazzi
Five month internship
Focusing on print design
2016 Gelderland valoriseert innovation fund
Through a meticulous process of experimentation, prototyping, and collaboration with esteemed specialists,
I have dedicated myself to developing a cutting-edge 3D printer that seamlessly prints onto textiles.
This endeavor has enabled me to push the boundaries of technology and craftsmanship,
merging the realms of three-dimensional printing and textile innovation.
2015 Gelderland valoriseert innovation fund
Acknowledging the immense potential for innovation,
I successfully secured funding from the prestigious Gelderland Valoriseert Innovation Fund in 2015.
This invaluable support has empowered me to propel forward with my vision,
fostering advancements in the mechanization of tattooing on leather.
Bridging the gap
Strategy and finance fund
Goois Lyceum
Atheneum, A-level equivalent
Extra subjects art history,
philosophy, geometrics B,
history, school band
CONTACT
Sarah van Ours
instagram: sarahvanours
Amsterdam, the Netherlands