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Hi, I’m Bweela Steptoe, a fashion and costume designer with over 20 years of experience in garment design, draping, patternmaking, tailoring, and production support. I love guiding concepts from sketch to finished garment, and I bring a strong technical foundation to every project. I thrive in runway and backstage environments, collaborating with stylists and production teams to ensure garments move beautifully under pressure. I enjoy textile embellishment and textile artwork, and I take pride in delivering thoughtful, high-quality work on deadline.…Hi, I’m Bweela Steptoe, a fashion and costume designer with over 20 years of experience in garment design, draping, patternmaking, tailoring, and production support. I love guiding concepts from sketch to finished garment, and I bring a strong technical foundation to every project. I thrive in runway and backstage environments, collaborating with stylists and production teams to ensure garments move beautifully under pressure. I enjoy textile embellishment and textile artwork, and I take pride in delivering thoughtful, high-quality work on deadline.

Bweela Steptoe

Costume Designer, Designer, Wardrobe, +4

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Hi, I’m Bweela Steptoe, a fashion and costume designer with over 20 years of experience in garment design, draping, patternmaking, tailoring, and production support. I love guiding concepts from sketch to finished garment, and I bring a strong technical foundation to every project. I thrive in runway and backstage environments, collaborating with stylists and production teams to ensure garments move beautifully under pressure. I enjoy textile embellishment and textile artwork, and I take pride in delivering thoughtful, high-quality work on deadline.…Hi, I’m Bweela Steptoe, a fashion and costume designer with over 20 years of experience in garment design, draping, patternmaking, tailoring, and production support. I love guiding concepts from sketch to finished garment, and I bring a strong technical foundation to every project. I thrive in runway and backstage environments, collaborating with stylists and production teams to ensure garments move beautifully under pressure. I enjoy textile embellishment and textile artwork, and I take pride in delivering thoughtful, high-quality work on deadline.

Available to hire

Hi, I’m Bweela Steptoe, a fashion and costume designer with over 20 years of experience in garment design, draping, patternmaking, tailoring, and production support. I love guiding concepts from sketch to finished garment, and I bring a strong technical foundation to every project.

I thrive in runway and backstage environments, collaborating with stylists and production teams to ensure garments move beautifully under pressure. I enjoy textile embellishment and textile artwork, and I take pride in delivering thoughtful, high-quality work on deadline.

Skills

Costume Design

Fashion Design

Set Design

Experience Level

Costume Design

Expert

Fashion Design

Expert

Set Design

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Designer & Manufacturer at Bweela Steptoe Inc.

January 1, 1999 - Present

Design and construct original garments through draping and patternmaking; develop custom embellishments and textile artwork; manage production from concept through finished garment.

Freelance Tailor at Studio189

January 1, 2019 - Present

Perform fittings and alterations for runway and collection presentations; adjust garments for fit, movement, and visual presentation; execute finishing details under production deadlines.

Backstage Wardrobe & Production Support at Behind the Rack / The Ground Crew

January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2020

Provide wardrobe preparation, steaming, and quick-change support; perform emergency alterations during live fashion shows; collaborate with stylists and production teams in fast-paced environments.

Sewing Instructor at Basic Sewing Boot Camp 101

January 1, 2023 - Present

Teach foundational sewing and patternmaking; guide students through garment construction from custom patterns.

Colorist at Berluti

January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2009

Performed customized patinas and luxury repairs; managed repair materials and supported client service.