ABOUT
Leisel Vella is an Australian Fashion designer and Print designer. She graduated from the Bachelor of Design (Fashion) (Honours) at RMIT University in 2017.
Leisel is a skilled creative with experience in Melbourne, Sydney and London across diverse areas of design, textiles, production and fashion events. Most notably as a Design Assistant and Print Assistant at leading womenswear brand RIXO. And most recently as a Textile Designer for Cotton On Body.
Her work incorporates both fashion and art, with a strong focus on the handmade. Leisel’s practice draws from nature and the world around her, with a positive focus on connecting with her audience. She has a connection with print design and development through the hand painted and computerised design, delving into new and experimental areas.
Leisel's aesthetic is contemporary, romantic and playful with elements of nature running through. She has a long held relationship with garment construction, having grown up sewing and patternmaking from a very early age. She hopes to advance her career in the field of fashion in the future through a design oriented area, where she can work to challenge existing ideals.