For Immediate Release (photo by Mae Lingren)
May 23, 2006

Peel Creates Fall Beauty from Leftovers

One person’s trash is another person’s treasure holds true for designer Megan Berks and her label Peel. For Fall 2006 she dug through garage sale bins, the backs of closets, and the bottom of sewing baskets to create a collection that brings craft together with fashion.

“The collection is a cohesive mish mash of simply pretty clothes with unexpected and whimsical details resulting in a handmade quality. Each item in this collection was designed with the idea of borrowing from vintage styles and childlike details while maintaining a flattering and modern cut,” says Megan.

So a cozy sweater is decorated with a whimsical array of brightly coloured buttons, a stretchy textured lace dress comes in an antique shade of moss green with ribbon trim, and a fleece lined bomber jacket gets the vintage treatment in an over-dyed brocade. Add a lacy trench coat and pretty holiday tops in silky satins with hand-dyed yarn appliqués and you’ve got a collection that is rich in whimsy and reflects a passion for the handmade aesthetic.

“I love the personal experience of channeling inspiration around me into something new for other people to enjoy,” says Megan. “And I love the challenge of putting the mish mash of pieces together and seeing the result, you never know what to expect.”

Peel ranges in price from $86-$198 and is available in Vancouver at Dream, Fine Finds, Life of Riley, Raya, and House of Jewels, in Prince George at Riot, in Victoria at Tulipe Noire and Dilemma, in Edmonton at Nokomis, in Halifax at Peepshow Girly Boutique, in St. John’s at Twisted Sisters Boutik, in Barrie at Imago, in Brooklyn, NY at Neda Boutique and online at paper-doll.com and mudsharkstreetwear.com.
For more information please visit www.peeldesigns.com.

To interview designer Megan Berks or photograph the clothes please contact:
Sarah Murray
The Honey Mustard Fashion and Media Services
604-734-5674