CLAIRE

At the production facility, I sat at my desk with fresh sketch paper spread before me. The spring collection needed cohesion, a thread running through each piece.

I started with color palettes, laying out fabric swatches. Lavender, soft peach, cream, pale mint. Colors that felt like early morning light.

My pencil moved across the page, sketching a blouse with gathered sleeves, the neckline would be delicate, something feminine but not overly sweet.

I added details, small buttons down the front, a subtle gathering at the waist. Next, a matching skirt, Midi length.

I sketched the drape of the fabric, imagining how it would flow when someone walked. The pieces...