Marika is a womenswear collection inspired by my grandmother's passion for crochet and home crafting. It draws on the tradition of Victorian attire incorporating innovative textiles with a contemporary romantic flair. Diaphanous dresses, bustles and flowing ruffles convey lightness through feminine silhouettes. Inspired by Marika’s spirit, I blend crochet and stitching techniques with innovative fabric printing. Anchored in the themes of home and memory preservation, this S/S collection realises a contemporary interpretation of femininity, through unexpected combinations of softness and structure, and a monochromatic colour palette.