Location:
Sao Paulo, Brazil and New York, New York
Creative Director:
Alessandra Martins
Designing Since:
1995
Designers Who Inspire:
Matthew Williamson, Alber Elbaz, Tomas Mayer
Style Icon:
Kate Moss, Jane Birkin
Favorite Photographer:
Mario Testino
Creative Force:
Alessandra Martins
Style:
Luxurious, Exotic, Handmade, Timeless
Designing For:
Strong women who like to stand out
Virtues:
I've been able to adapt and live in different countries simultaneously, Passionate, Optimism, I have a joy for life
Vices:
Too much chocolate everyday!
Music to Work By:
Vinicius de Moraes and Lounge music
Favorite Movie:
Cinema Paradiso
Defining Moment:
First black-tie dress I made for myself for a wedding in London when I was 17. It was an emerald chiffon dress and I spent the entire evening getting complements from the guests.
My Next Vacation:
Back to one of the islands where I can shutdown, not use my cell phone or blackberry and just work on my tan. Probably by the Andaman Sea.
The Best Thing About Where I Live:
Having everything accessible 24 hours a day
I Never Leave Home Without...:
Blackberry, iPad, workout bag, and positive energy