If you had to describe the clothes you designed in one word, what would it be?

Resonating

Who and what are your inspirations?

I get inspired by painters such as Monet and Van Gogh. However, mostly I get my inspirations from what I am going through in life. The clothing I design portrays my emotions and life lessons. For example, my last fall collection is called “unconditional love.� For fall 08’ – the collection is named “surrender�

Who is your target audience?

My designs are for a particular person. She’s 35, lives a healthy lifestyle, professional, expressive, current, and daring. 

Have you always known that you were going to be a fashion designer?

I knew I wanted to be a fashion designer in grade 10/11 when I was sixteen actually. My love at that time was the song of a shoe designer. I saw that you can do what you love and make money out of it. So I decided I wanted to be a fashion designer and to have my own brand. 

Describe the first experience that you had closest to fashion design.

I made clothes for Barbie when I was 7 or 8.

Do your designs reflect your own style?

Yes, definitely. I wanna wear everything I make. I think it’s nice to mix things up.

If you could give one clothing advice for girls out there, what would it be?

Dress for your personality and your body. Not everybody can fit into one silhouette.

What’s the craziest thing that has happened to you?

When I went snowboarding and I went kinda out of bounds and I fell down a cliff. That was probably the craziest thing that has happened to me.

What do you think is most important in fashion?

I would have to say that you should go with your gut and to stay true to yourself. 

Any New Years Resolutions?

To get in shape. I really believe in it. I also want to start morning meditations and to get outside more. I believe in having a healthy lifestyle, moving forward, and learning. I also want to open a “Nicole Bridger� store during winter [this is hush hush though ;)].