Who are you as a designer?

At the heart of my design philosophy is a steadfast commitment to sustainability. Every design decision is guided by the principles of environmental stewardship, ethical sourcing, and reducing waste. I am combining design, art, textiles, and technology to bring beauty and wonder into the world. I strive to push the boundaries of what is possible in fashion design.

What are your strengths as a designer?

Utilizing my expertise in technical drawing and 3D modeling, I integrate cutting-edge technology into the design process. My attention to detail brings a lot of innovative technicalities to my designs. By blending tradition with technology, and aesthetics with ethics, I aspire to contribute to a fashion industry that values quality, sustainability, and humanity.

How do you work with sustainability?

My goal as a designer is to combine technology with textiles and develop more sustainable working methods for clothing production. I believe that sustainable fashion should not compromise on style or functionality. My designs aim to be timeless, versatile, and practical, ensuring they are both beautiful and useful. Designs are created with longevity in mind, promoting slow fashion principles that encourage quality over quantity. My vision is to redefine fashion through a sustainable and innovative lens, creating garments that are not only stylish but also have a positive impact on the planet and society.

What do you want in the future?

I am heading towards an international career. I am continuously improving my skills, but I also love to teach others. I am interested to focus on the intersection of fashion and technology, developing new methods and tools for sustainable fashion design and production and work with fashion tech companies.

Contact e-mail: heli.sahanen@gmail.com
Instagram: @heli.sahanen
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