A unisex Apparel Designer from London, UK, based in Saitama, Japan, who creates custom-made apparel, accessories and soft inteior pieces by hand, tailored to my clients, while exploring natural materials and slow processes.

Each piece is designed, developed, plant-dyed and produced by hand in my home-based countryside studio, or in collaboration with local artisans.

My aim is to create sustainable, timeless pieces while celebrating the beauty of imperfection. Creating functional apparel inspired by utility and workwear, that is modern, yet practical for the wearer, my aesthetic choices are dictated by the materials, manufacturing processes and artisanal know-how that correspond with my ideals of working ethically, environmentally, and locally.

I am a fanatic for details - particularly when it comes to trimmings, stitch and functionality. I believe in craftsmanship over trends and have been recognised for my worker’s hands.

I work with brands and clients on that front, celebrating craftsmanship and slower fashion, constantly striving to improve practices while moving forward to adopt ever more respectful production processes.

Would you like to design a forever garment together?

If you wish to contact me with regards to freelance work, custom orders, consulting or 1-1 private pattern cutting, sewing and plant dye workshops, please reach out at kayleighdozzell@gmail.com or use the contact box at the bottom of the page.

EXPERIENCE

DOZZELL,

Japan — Founder & Designer

JANUARY 2021 - PRESENT

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THE BIBIO PROJECT,

London/Tokyo — Freelance Unisex Kidswear Designer

AUGUST 2018 - PRESENT

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COS,

London — Menswear Assistant Designer

AUGUST 2016 - MAY 2019

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NICHOLAS DALEY,

London — Menswear Assistant Designer Intern

MARCH 2016 - NOVEMBER 2016

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TOOGOOD,

London — Apparel and Interior Design Assistant Intern

JANUARY 2014 - DECEMBER 2014

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EDUCATION

DENIM CITY ACADEMY,

Amsterdam — MBC Denim 101

MAY 2018

UNIVERSITY OF EAST LONDON,

London — Fashion Design BA

SEPTEMBER 2012 - JUNE 2016

SUFFOLK NEW COLLEGE,

Suffolk, UK — Art & Design, L3 Extended National Diploma

SEPTEMBER 2010 - JUNE 2012

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