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Jun 15, 2009

Es Trella

Es Trella is an Australian-based clothing line born out of a collaboration between Sarah King and one of my favorite shoe designers, Tristan Blair. It seems as though the two have read my mind and created the collection of my dreams! Ripe with cutouts, sheer skirts and tops, leather bustiers, fringe jackets, and brightly colored silk pants, it is everything I wish my wardrobe was! But it's not just for the ladies - the duo designed classy jackets, pants, and shirts for the men in your life too!

I was lucky enough to be able to chat with one half of Es Trella, Sarah King, and she let me in on what it's like collaborating with Tristan Blair, where the name Es Trella came from, and more! Read on...

How and why did you choose the name Es Trella?
Es Trella is my grandmother's name and my middle name. Es Trella is the Spanish word for "star". I choose it for good luck - I like the thought of people walking around with what I consider my grandmother's luck on the backs of their necks.

How do you divide up the designing with fellow Es Trella designer Tristan Blair?
Tristan and I design separately but we come together to have our designs approved by one another. We are constantly bouncing ideas off each other, the designs aren't used if one of us isn't happy. We inspire each other... We once locked ourselves away in a room in Bali for 2 weeks with the shutters down to finish a collection.

Where do you find inspiration from for your designs?
Elegant women inspire me.

What type of a person do you have in mind when designing Es Trella clothes?
The girl that is a mystery.

Do you have a favorite piece from your Winter 09 collection?
The leather jacket.

Is Es Trella currently available to buy online?
Yes, Es Trella can be purchased at Beginning Boutique.

26 comments :

Damsels said...

love those orange ciggerette pants

We Were Damsels

Unknown said...

Loving the 2nd photo xoxo

Anonymous said...

i love that crisscross top

Wendy said...

The bright orange yellow trousers are amazing!

Unknown said...

Oooo, so wonderful. But all the pieces I loved were not online, darn!
XOXOX
Libby
http://fashionconfectionairy.weebly.com

Cafe Fashionista said...

I think I just fell in love with Es Trella - such gorgeous creations. Great interview! :)

Nai said...

I really love the first outfit :)
XXXXX!

Denisa L said...

the shoes are amazing

Freya said...

so majestic!

mode.ulation said...

The clothes are really creative! You have a great blog here, would you like to exchange links?
http://mode-ulation.blogspot.com

Monica said...

Nice designs. They are beautiful. Great interview.

FASHION CHALET said...

Your header is fab! :)

I am quite pleased with the quality of the tee, it's super-soft. Of course, one cannot expect anything but the best from MK and A!


x, thanks!!

A BIT COQUETTISH said...

That second dress is amazing!

bisous,
La C.

FHCN said...

Oooh I will definitely have to check out Es Trella. Thanks for posting the interview. :)

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Anonymous said...

Great interview! Thanks for the head's up on these talented designers. Love their clothing and I'll definitely be checking them out.

K@terina B. said...

ou that first look is amazing!!! I wish i had aall the looks in my closet though, nice stuff!!!

Anonymous said...

thanks for sharing! love the pants.. m looking for one pair like that, but somehow its hard to find one that fits.

Anonymous said...

Thanks for sharing! Fun interview!

DENNI said...

love those outfits!
i like it


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Gracie said...

I am in love with this collaboration. Thanks for sharing!

Love Grace.

ps. adore your blog.

Ringa Dinga Boing Boing said...

whooa..i'm in love with that black dress, really!

39th and Broadway said...

Fantastic interview as always!

Wow, designing a line while in Bali, that's my dream. I'm stuck designing in a sterile office, boo!

Fabulous Finds Gal said...

I love each and every piece you have featured. And, great interview.
Thanks,
Christina

hanna said...

the outfits are amazing

Styleseeking Zurich said...

This collection is really awesome and i like the little interview!!

Nesli

Trendology said...

"I like the thought of people walking around with what I consider my grandmother's luck on the backs of their necks"

very cool!