We have started introducing the Hyeres 2012 selected designers. Meet womenswear designer, Narelle Dore from Australia.

Narelle. Photo by Filep Motwary

How does it feel for you being selected for this year’s edition of Hyeres?

I feel not only honored to be selected for Hyeres but also overwhelmed that my work will stay in the wonderful archive forever.

How would you describe Hyeres in three words?

Sunny, open-minded and wonderful!!

What has been your favorite part of the process so far?

Well, arriving at Hyeres, at the Villa was wonderful also the preparation for the show, the presentation while meeting the rest of the contenstants and people who work at the Villa Noailles

In three words , what is your collection about?

Macrame, salt crystals and women

Narelle Dore / AUSTRALIA / Royal Academy Antwerp, Photo by Rene Habermacher