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by Fabienne de Haan
Fabienne de Haan hides a fierce craftswoman behind her humble character. She blends meticulous craftsmanship with love for the unconventional. Her textile collages and embroidered pieces have caught the attention of fashion icons and artists alike. Parisienne at heart, living in Antwerp, Fabienne draws inspiration from the vibrant colours of Madagascar to Gainsbourg’s flair, her global inspiration fuels creations that are as bold as they are intricate. Though modest of nature, Fabienne’s work speaks volumes—each stitch telling a story of balance, beauty, and a life lived beyond the ordinary.
Item
“The Original oil black, which I fully embroidered on the back, I wear it all the time! I love the contrast between the classic cross stitch and the technical fabric.”
Original above oil black
Drink
“The old school Cosmopolitan with my girls, previously a weekly ritual on Saturdays in Antwerp, lately on special occasions only.”
Room
“My living room, it’s where I imagine and create, surrounded by an eclectic collection of found objects, books, memories, art. A mix of harmony and clash.”
Activity
“Hand-embroidery, preferably with my morning coffee and Gainsbourg in the background. It’s like I enter the body of each piece, bringing life to it through the images I embroider. I can work on a single piece for over a month, and never bored.”
Artist
“Lilianne Vertessen, a truly authentic artist and woman who courageously started photographing erotic self portraits in the seventies, during her very catholic upbringing in Belgium. I admire the courage in eccentric individuals, thankfully these are often the type of characters that are drawn to my work.”
Animal
“Loulou, our Siamese cat.”
Time
“Every moment shared with friends.”