Meet the Creators
Josphine Raffaella Magno
Josephine Raffaella Magno was introduced into the world of sewing as a child watching her mother sew in her tailoring studio in Naples, Italy. A decade later, she graduated from the Seconda Universita’ degli studi di Napoli, Luigi Vanvitelli,Aversa, Italy with a bachelors degree in Industrial Design for Fashion. She took on various projects over the next few years until she found her true calling, bridal. In the past decade in Vienna, Austria she has worked in and managed the tailoring departments of Steinecker, and Romeo & Juliette as well as a brief stint with Flossmann. She has now decided to become independent designer and seamstress while still working in collaboration with various bridal saloons throughout Austria.
Mona Bauernfeind
Mona is a creative mind and upcycling enthusiasts. She specializes in unique, upcycled fashion and accessories, promoting sustainable shopping and individual style. Mona offers custom design services, teaches sewing workshops, and offers one-on-one teaching sessions. Mona’s innovative approach includes transforming vintage finds or old clothing into fresh pieces, like turning trousers into vests or sails into bags. Her work spans clothing, hats, jewelry, and practical items, all crafted with care for creativity and eco-consciousness.