Melissah Poulton on her collection
Melissa Poulton's Fashion Fiesta Collection is one of the most talked about collections in Namibia.
Since its release last year, it continues to grow and is embraced by many fashion enthusiasts.
In an interview with tjil, Poulton shared that the collection is inspired by different ideas and feelings which she experienced during 2018. “I saw the American phrase 'go climb a cactus' and was immediately drawn to it. It was my overall general feeling that I had towards many things.”
She added that this collection was a collective of many elements; all she knew is she wanted to do something fun, expressive and free. She was also inspired by the whole festival feeling. “I did a dress for Reinhard Mahalie and I immediately knew what fabric and colour pallet I wanted to work with and this too inspired me,” said Poulton. She said that the new Fashion Fiesta Collection will be available as from Saturday, 30 March as she will be hosting her very first pop-up shop in Swakopkund. She said she is very excited as she will be hosting different pop-up shops at least once a month in order for people to buy exclusive House of Poulton garments. Poulton started as a fashion designer in 2012 and she maintains that her journey so far has been very challenging but a great overall experience. She added that she has learned much over the years and she always tries to keep on pushing her brand and her dream. “I try to inspire others through my work and live by the motto to never give up. One of my biggest highlights is my partnership with Lize Ehlers and Oteya as my brand ambassadors. They have done so much for the House of Poulton brand,” she said.
She noted that other highlights include dressing presenters for the Namibian Annual Music Awards (NAMAs) for the past four years and showcasing at Windhoek Fashion week for the past three years. “I also had the opportunity to showcase in Maboneng in Johannesburg.
Another highlight for me was serving as a board member on the Fashion Council of Namibia. I believe in growth all the time, and believe in our Namibian fashion industry and will always strive for growth and opportunities for young fashion designers within our industry,” said Poulton.
Since its release last year, it continues to grow and is embraced by many fashion enthusiasts.
In an interview with tjil, Poulton shared that the collection is inspired by different ideas and feelings which she experienced during 2018. “I saw the American phrase 'go climb a cactus' and was immediately drawn to it. It was my overall general feeling that I had towards many things.”
She added that this collection was a collective of many elements; all she knew is she wanted to do something fun, expressive and free. She was also inspired by the whole festival feeling. “I did a dress for Reinhard Mahalie and I immediately knew what fabric and colour pallet I wanted to work with and this too inspired me,” said Poulton. She said that the new Fashion Fiesta Collection will be available as from Saturday, 30 March as she will be hosting her very first pop-up shop in Swakopkund. She said she is very excited as she will be hosting different pop-up shops at least once a month in order for people to buy exclusive House of Poulton garments. Poulton started as a fashion designer in 2012 and she maintains that her journey so far has been very challenging but a great overall experience. She added that she has learned much over the years and she always tries to keep on pushing her brand and her dream. “I try to inspire others through my work and live by the motto to never give up. One of my biggest highlights is my partnership with Lize Ehlers and Oteya as my brand ambassadors. They have done so much for the House of Poulton brand,” she said.
She noted that other highlights include dressing presenters for the Namibian Annual Music Awards (NAMAs) for the past four years and showcasing at Windhoek Fashion week for the past three years. “I also had the opportunity to showcase in Maboneng in Johannesburg.
Another highlight for me was serving as a board member on the Fashion Council of Namibia. I believe in growth all the time, and believe in our Namibian fashion industry and will always strive for growth and opportunities for young fashion designers within our industry,” said Poulton.
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