job title: womenswear designer
company: freelance
based: london
website: rachaelbarrett.tumblr.com
bio: royal college of art 2009 graduate / featured in Wallpaper* magazine's 'The W* Factor', a directory of this decades new talent / makes bespoke garments for singer Lady Gaga

1. The idea of mixing rubber type fabrics with contrasting delicate materials, such as the silicone & lace which built your collection, is not unique to your work; however your collection was well received & interest in your designs has been great. In your opinion, what are the qualities which make your collection new & fresh?



2. What did it mean for you to be included in the Wallpaper* graduate directory, 'The W* Factor'? Any positive or negative outcomes?



3. According to 'The W* Factor' you are 'gaining experience with a tailor', why did you choose to do this? Why did the idea of setting up your own label straight away not appeal?



4. What are your plans for the future?



5. What is your definition of talent?