What was your first project?
The first one worth talking about is Wood’d, a wooden accessories brand. It’s still an exciting project and currently the largest among those we have in development: it’s also the one that made the beginning of TGSU and its first seasons possible.
The creative process: do you work instinctively or plan every single small step? Where do your ideas come from?
I believe it’s a combination of both. It’s crucial for a project’s success that there is planning and design. But you also need to be able to use your instinct during the process, whether you’re designing a collection or handling a marketing strategy.
How did your collaboration with Berto begin?
We were very surprised! It’s really unusual for a company in this sector to be interested in helping other smaller companies that are starting their journey.
Which Berto fabrics have you used for your project and collection?
TGSU is a brand inspired by contemporary tailoring and workwear, and the latter in particular means denim for us. We are working with different types of NEVADA fabric, which is used for the back of all waistcoats. But we also love the selvage driver 56 fabric which is perfect for total denim suits.
What is the most significant part of this project in your opinion? What were you able to achieve thanks to this program?
It’s a great opportunity for young designers. When we started working on TGSU we were new to this sector and finding suppliers who believed in and could support our project seemed impossible. “Berto 4 young talents” allowed us to choose from a beautiful catalog of high-quality fabrics without forcing us to meet a minimum order: and believe me when I say this is the kind of help that makes a difference for a young designer.
Is there something you would like to do that you haven’t done yet?
So many things! When you’re a small company the biggest problem is lack of time. We have incredible energy and millions of ideas but having the time to realize them is the most difficult part.
