I’m Orla White, a surface pattern designer creating playful, trend-led prints that combine hand-drawn elements with thoughtful colour palettes and commercial appeal. Inspired by everyday moments, nature, and nostalgic design, I create patterns that bring personality and joy to products across mainly fashion but also stationary and home wear. What makes my work stand out is my ability to balance creativity with commercial awareness. Alongside designing, I document my creative process on social media, giving audiences an authentic behind-the-scenes look at how my collections evolve from initial sketches to finished designs. This not only showcases my design journey but also helps build genuine connections with brands, clients, and fellow creatives. I strive to create designs that are both visually distinctive and commercially relevant, with every collection telling its own story while remaining versatile for a wide range of products.

Orla White

I’m Orla White, a surface pattern designer creating playful, trend-led prints that combine hand-drawn elements with thoughtful colour palettes and commercial appeal. Inspired by everyday moments, nature, and nostalgic design, I create patterns that bring personality and joy to products across mainly fashion but also stationary and home wear. What makes my work stand out is my ability to balance creativity with commercial awareness. Alongside designing, I document my creative process on social media, giving audiences an authentic behind-the-scenes look at how my collections evolve from initial sketches to finished designs. This not only showcases my design journey but also helps build genuine connections with brands, clients, and fellow creatives. I strive to create designs that are both visually distinctive and commercially relevant, with every collection telling its own story while remaining versatile for a wide range of products.

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I’m Orla White, a surface pattern designer creating playful, trend-led prints that combine hand-drawn elements with thoughtful colour palettes and commercial appeal. Inspired by everyday moments, nature, and nostalgic design, I create patterns that bring personality and joy to products across mainly fashion but also stationary and home wear.

What makes my work stand out is my ability to balance creativity with commercial awareness. Alongside designing, I document my creative process on social media, giving audiences an authentic behind-the-scenes look at how my collections evolve from initial sketches to finished designs. This not only showcases my design journey but also helps build genuine connections with brands, clients, and fellow creatives.

I strive to create designs that are both visually distinctive and commercially relevant, with every collection telling its own story while remaining versatile for a wide range of products.

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Experience Level

Work Experience

Live Brief at AngloPine
January 1, 2025 - Present
Invited to design innovative alternatives for the iconic lighting brand to celebrate their 90th anniversary.
Freelance Designer at Erin Lewis Designs
January 1, 2025 - Present
Responding to a freelance design brief for a S/S 26/27 fashion collection. Demonstrating a strong ability to design for a trend led collection.
Customer Service at Study Grange Garden Centre
January 1, 2022 - Present
Provided customer service, developed teamwork skills and organization skills in a fast-paced environment.
Student Ambassador at University of Wales Trinity St David
January 1, 2022 - Present
Represent the university at events and open days. Building confidence in communication and public-facing roles.

Education

Textiles at University Of Wales Trinity St David
January 1, 2023 - July 3, 2026
Sociology at Cirecenester College
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Textiles at Faringdon Community College
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021

Qualifications

9 GCSEs
January 11, 2030 - July 3, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Retail

Experience Level

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