High Life

54 品 “Instead, Iwanted to adapt to the local consumer. The important thing to remember is if you do that and it’s not really you, you don’t know how to work it. So, I’ve just gone back and reworked and started to do my own thing again which is beach wear.” Despite having already developed her own style and identity, there is still a need to capitalize on what’s “in” at themoment given that trends arewhat make the fashion industry tick. It therefore helps that the mother of two also teaches at her small studio on weekends and just happens to be an in-demand stylist to the stars in her spare time. “I will soon launch a new collection of underwear patterns so people can just purchase them online and make DIY projects at home,” Bárbara adds. To seek unique ways to incorporate trends into one’s personal style without plateauing is always a challenge. Yet Bárbara, armed with knowledge, confidence and tattoos that represent a time in her life, is more than just a fashion designer. And so, she rides the tides to see which way the waves take her.