This is a love story between adornments and lingerie . A tale of a creative soul living in the hussle and bussle of one of Amsterdam's major cities. A vision of being a jewlery designer came across a little Maureen Vorswijk's mind, which manifested into a journey to lead her there. She grew in a career of fashion and lingerie design. A path which led her straight into her purpose of jewelry design. Today she lives her dream daily through her line Mauke V. This creative director has been featured on a handful of sites internationally and you can expect to see more of her. With jewelry on the centerstage , she chisels away on a debut lingerie line behind the scenes. Is there anything this woman can't do? Meet Maureen and Mauke V . . .
HH:How does life in Amsterdam's influence your creativity/designs ?
MV:I live in a very busy part of the City where life goes on 24/7. There is so much going on here and inspiration is everywhere. Thats why I always keep my black book close to me so I can make sketches or write down my thoughts. I can always fall back on my black book when I am designing.
HH:You have designed both fashion and lingerie collections, how did they lead you to jewelry ?
MV:I liked designing fashion and lingerie but I always felt something was missing during that time. After 8 years I found the missing puzzle piece.
As a little girl I was always very fascinated by my mother's jewelry, she had so many. She had jewelry for every occasion. I can remember myself trying them on and imagining I was a jewelry designer. I think I was betweem 8 and 10 years old when I knew I wanted to be a jewelry designer when I grew up.
So when i decided to make a career switch I choose for my first love, jewelry. For me the combination of jewerly and lingery works.
HH: What do you love most about designing lingerie? Tell us more about your upcoming launch.
MV:I am really enjoying myself during the designing proces. Lingery can be glamorous, sexy, excited, seductive, naughty and playful. When I am designing lingery many, many ideas are popping up. Some of them really make me giggle like a little girl.
I will launch my first MAUKE V lingery collection in August and its a small collection. I cant say too much about the style, that is still a suprise!! All will be revealed by the launch in August.
HH:What story does your lingerie and accessory collections tell?
MV:MAUKE V jewelry and lingerie collections are all about women who love luxury, they want to be unique in everything they do and wear. They always enjoy that moment when other people are wondering " where did she buy that gorgeous piece?"
HH:Which designers are your favorites ? Why?
MV:Honestly, I dont really have a favorite jewelry or fashion designer. But if I have to choose I like Roberto Cavelli Why? I just love his party glamour style.
HH:On a design day what are you wearing to the studio?
MV:I feel very comfortable when I wear very old clothes and old sneakers of my son's (we have the same size) which he doesnt want to wear anymore. I dont need to worry then that I will mess up my clothes. My hands get very dirty especially when I am casting, using chemicals or polishing jewelry.
When I am not designing or making jewelry I wear skinny jeans and high heels, I always feel confident when putting those on.
HH:What's your best advice for those starting their own accessories or lingerie line?
MV:Be true to yourself and surround yourself with professionals who have the same values and aims for the future. Believe me its amazing what you can achieve when you surround yourself with likeminded people.
HH: Do you ship internationally? Where can readers shop and stalk Mauke V?
MV:Yes I do ship internationally. Readers can shop the entire MAUKE V collection at www.maukev.com
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