Beth Ferrara - Brighton Designer
Fashion was a natural evolution for designer Beth Ferrara, a lover of art and music. It's fitting that her contributions to our Marrakesh Collection are music-festival perfect!
What led you to become a designer?
I've always been drawn to doing art and have known whatever I’d end up doing needed to be creative. Being a designer is an exciting way to put my artistry to use while also getting involved in fashion—something else I greatly enjoy.
Who has inspired you in your life and why?
My husband is a musician and I admire his obsession and dedication to his craft. My sister is a photographer and she has a unique way of seeing things, which I also admire. I am lucky to have creative people in my life.
Your happy place?
I have a passion for automobile design, and it led me to the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, one of the best schools for automotive design.
Who inspired you?
At a concert, preferably front row.
My proudest moment was....
Meeting Paul McCartney (my dream come true).
My style icon is...
Twiggy
How would you describe your designs?
I'm just learning jewelry design.
My designs are inspired by...
Shapes, patterns, nature, music.
What makes a great design?
When a design is a reflection of an artist and their style, this is what often makes it great - because it's what makes it unique.