Isabelle Baines
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Isabelle Baines lives and works in Brussels. She graduated from Antwerp’s Royal Academy of Fine Arts in the costume design section under Mme. Mary Prijot, and worked for theatres in Brussels, Paris and Geneva. Prior to presenting her first knitwear collection in 1985, she worked for Ann Salens in Antwerp and M. Baron Industries in New York City. Isabelle Baines opened her first boutique in Brussels in 1986 and launched the knitting workshop in 2003.
Atelier
All Isabelle Baines designs are conceived and developed at her workshop in Brussels, where an artisanal, handcrafted approach reigns supreme.
For our limited-edition ‘Atelier Collection’, we use only the finest quality Italian merino wools, in a carefully chosen palette of colors. All our garments are knit, hand-sewn and finished by us at our workshop – right down to the buttonholes! Some sweaters, made of very fine threads, are produced under our personal supervision by a specialist family-run workshop in the Marche region of Italy. We’ve worked for them for years, and they understand our spirit and standards. Your Size, Your Color! Ask about having your sweater custom-made.
Ine Vacquier
Ine VacquierKlaverstraat 1 Ingelmunster 8770 Belgium
Isabelle Carpentier
Isabelle CarpentierMore Info
I sculpt in blocks of Corian , metal and glass, Shapes that are similar to mineral structures . I work on the balance , contrast , mobility of masses and fragmentation. A uniform and compact block contrasts with a space composed of a multitude of colored fragment. This structure highlights the chaos, the abyss represented as a tingling while the compact structure puts us in connection with the essence of existence and brings us back to a simpler form or catches the light.
Isabelle Carpentier is questioning the meaning of ex-votos, their symbolism , the way of perceiving these primitive and stereotyped representations and questioning the survival of this mystical practice.
She is invitating us tocast a new glance on these living blocks fragments, far from any aesthetic frame, which have resisted in spite of progress, keeping a strenght and fascination in the collective unconscious .
These timeless imageries constitute a kind of human experiment that travels down the ages , always generating fascination, from curiosity to turmoil or even repulsion.
The use of ancient materials and techniques is combined with contemporary materials such as corian which is sculpted in a primitive manner, encircling fragments fragments of spun glass.
The girdle makes the jewel flexible, malleable and stiff, and send us back to the tradition built from materials fitted with pasticity.
rue Wéry 69 Brussels 1050 Belgium
Infantium Victoria
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About
Welcome to Infantium Victoria, where sustainable kids fashion is more than just a trend—it’s a lifestyle. We passionately believe in the power of style to inspire change, and our mission is to provide the little ones in your life with beautiful, ethically made clothing that respects our planet and the people in it. Our collections are not just aesthetically pleasing, but they also stand as a testament to our commitment to creating a greener, more inclusive future for the next generation.
We are proud to be a GOTS certified enterprise, a designation that affirms our commitment to maintaining the highest global standards for organic textiles. From sourcing raw materials to the final stages of production, every step in our process ensures the integrity of our garments, prioritizing sustainable and responsible practices. We understand the trust you place in us when you choose Infantium Victoria for your kids, and we take that responsibility seriously.
Infantium Victoria is a pioneer in cruelty-free fashion, ensuring that every garment is made with love and respect for all living beings. We say no to animal-based products and practices, choosing instead to embrace innovative, plant-based materials and ethical production methods. Our commitment to animal welfare extends to our supply chain, with each vendor and partner meticulously chosen to align with our vision of a compassionate, cruelty-free world.
In addition to being sustainable and vegan, Infantium Victoria is a destination for designer kids fashion. Our design team crafts each piece with an eye for detail, infusing timeless elegance with a playful, contemporary twist. From everyday essentials to special occasion outfits, our collections allow your little ones to express their personal style while making a positive impact on the world. At Infantium Victoria, fashion is not just about looking good—it’s about doing good, too.
Infantium Victoria Founders
Meet the Designers:
Julia Gaydina and Dinie van den Heuvel both have a long history in fashion and a shared passion for it. They value a sustainable lifestyle and love functional yet elegant clothing.

“Infantium Victoria is a new dimension in fashion for kids. Be the change you want to see in the world“ — Julia Gaydina
“Every day we make a world a better place. One garment at a time“ — Dinie van den Heuvel
Why have we decided to become a GOTS company?
Becoming a GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) certified brand was a conscious and deliberate choice for us at Infantium Victoria, fueled by our commitment to sustainable kids fashion. GOTS is not just a certification; it represents a holistic approach to sustainability, intertwining with all 17 of the Sustainable Development Goals. From the inception of our brand, our vision was clear—we wanted to lead the industry as the top sustainable kidswear brand.
As a young start-up, we knew we needed a roadmap to guide us towards this goal. We meticulously charted our production chain, scrutinizing the origin of each fabric and trim we used. Careful selection was not only for our partners but also for our first atelier, whose craftsmanship breathed life into our initial collections. Every fabric we’ve used since our early days is organically sourced and GOTS certified.
As our brand grew, so did our collections and production needs. We expanded to some of the first GOTS factories in Europe, and as our reach extended further, we looked to India—a major hub for organic cotton production. During this process, we prioritized factories that upheld our stringent criteria for fair treatment of workers. By this point, both our materials and factories were GOTS certified.
It was only logical for us to take the next step: to become part of the GOTS certifying system ourselves. We firmly believe in sharing the certification cost with our supply chain, reflecting our commitment to fairness and transparency. It seemed incongruous to us to use premium, certified textiles and not offer a final product that carries the same prestigious certification. In 2019, we became a GOTS certified company, and since then, we’ve strictly adhered to the high standards it represents.
As of 2023, our entire supply chain consists of GOTS certified units, and nearly 90% of our production proudly carries the GOTS label, reinforcing our unwavering commitment to sustainable, ethical, and high-quality kids fashion.
Fostering Fairness: Our Commitment to Supplier and Worker Wellbeing
At Infantium Victoria, we regard our workers and suppliers not just as integral parts of our operations, but as extended family members. We believe in building relationships grounded in respect, open dialogue, and mutual benefit. Over the years, we’ve collaborated with several enterprises, each partnership contributing to our shared vision of a more ethical and sustainable fashion industry.
This sense of community and mutual support was particularly evident during the COVID-19 pandemic. We stood by our suppliers, refusing to cancel orders even when they were delayed by over nine months. We shone a spotlight on these resilient individuals, highlighting their hard work and dedication in the face of unprecedented challenges. By promoting their businesses, we hoped to encourage others within our industry to recognize their worth and consider partnerships with them.
We have always maintained transparency about our suppliers and workers, knowing their success contributes to a healthier, more ethical industry, and a better world. Our commitment to uplift good people within the industry aligns with our belief that prosperity should be shared and that it ultimately benefits all of humanity.
Adhering to GOTS standards, we have a Code of Conduct in place. One of the most contentious issues in the textile world is that of a living wage. In line with the current GOTS standards, we are not just aware of, but intimately involved in, understanding the wages that our workers receive. We personally review our suppliers twice a year and conduct interviews with workers, ensuring that their earnings align with the living wages in their respective countries.
Furthermore, one of our factories participates in the Fairtrade program, which includes special incentives for workers. This initiative exemplifies our unwavering commitment to promote fair wages and positive working conditions within the sustainable kids fashion industry.
Crafting Compassion: Our Vegan Commitment in Sustainable Kids Fashion
Infantium Victoria’s collections embody a deep respect for all living beings. This philosophy is woven into our brand’s fabric as we commit to a completely vegan production line. We firmly stand against the use of any animal-derived materials such as wool, silk, leather, and horn. Our commitment extends beyond ethical considerations; it also encompasses our environmental responsibility. While some might argue that using animal by-products is merely utilizing waste from other industries, we view it as an exploitative practice that has no place in creating clothing for children. We aim to set a compassionate example for future generations, fostering harmony within our ecosystems.
Children, being the impressionable sponges they are, absorb the values instilled in them during their early years. We firmly believe that promoting vegan fashion is a vital principle to teach our young ones. The decision to go vegan was not an easy one, given the complexity it added to our supply chain. Back in 2014, it necessitated scrupulous checking of every dye and minuscule detail in our materials to ensure our products were cruelty-free.
Our tireless efforts were recognized in 2015 when we received the Vegan Approved certification from PETA, an organization advocating for animal rights. We are also certified Fur Free by Four Paws, another testament to our commitment to animal welfare.
We’ve always been at the forefront of innovation in using plant-based alternatives to animal materials. We were the first to introduce Weganool, a vegan alternative to cashmere, in our collection. We also take pride in creating the first children’s garments using Piñatex, a plant-based leather alternative. We are optimistic about the future of vegan materials and firmly believe they represent the path forward for the fashion industry.
Isabelle
IsabelleBruidskledij & RetouchesMore Info
About Isabelle
Completely tailor-made bridal and suite clothing and evening dresses in the fabric you want! Large selection of fabrics, patterns, accessories and shoes. Also retouching and adjusting clothing. Do not hesitate to contact us for more information about our bridal and suite attire!
Repair or retouch of your favorite pants
It’s a crisis, and your wardrobe feels that too. However, you don’t have to be scruffy about it. Because what you bring to Isabelle from Ghent as worn out, gets a new life under her hands. In this way you also recover old clothes that are in fashion again: everything will come back one day.
Bought a pair of jeans that just drag to the floor? Or is your floral dress too wide under the armpits? Isabelle takes care of the retouching of your clothing … so that it fits like a glove!
You can also contact us for wedding dresses.
Treasure of material
The zipper on your bright yellow pants is broken. You have lost a silver button from the row on your vest. Chances are that Isabelle has what you are looking for – and then she does not hesitate to use her large stock. Does she not find that specific substance? Then she recovers that from another part of your blouse, so that your sleeve is still subtly closed.
Adjusting bridal and suite attire
When you get married or walk into the suite, all eyes are on you. Thanks to Isabelle, you look great: she makes tailor-made bridal and suite clothing, and sells matching shoes. Have you lost your nerves by the big day? Or, on the contrary, thickened? With a few retouches by Isabelle, your party attire is completely tailor-made again!
Retouching or repair of your clothing?
You do not have to make an appointment. Just drop by Isabelle’s. From Tuesday to Friday between 9 am and 12 noon and between 2 pm and 6 pm. On Saturdays between 9.30am and 12pm, and 2pm and 4.30pm.
Opening hours
Closed on Mondays
Tuesday
09:00 – 12:00 14:00 – 18:00
Wednesday
09:00 – 12:00 14:00 – 18:00
Thursday
09:00 – 12:00 14:00 – 18:00
Friday
09:00 – 12:00 14:00 – 18:00
Saturday
09:00 – 12:00 14:00 – 16:30
Closed on Sundays
Dampoortstraat 56 Gent 9000 Belgium
Isabelle Lenfant
Isabelle LenfantMore Info
IL concept
‘The most beautiful jewel a person can wear are the arms of the person she loves.
For those who have had the good fortune of finding this happiness and those who haven’t yet, I am here…’ (Isabelle Lenfant, inspired by Y.S.L.)
Transforming everyday objects into precious jewels and imprinting them with life’s sensibility so that they remain engraved in our memory: that is the approach chosen by Belgian jewellery designer Isabelle Lenfant for what she calls her Heart Jewels.
For Isabelle, jewels are highly symbolic: they can evoke a memory, a presence, a sense of protection…
They form a second skin… as well as a suit of armour between the body and the world, shielding it from the inevitable ups and downs that are part of a life lived to the fullest.
As Jeanne Moreau once said: ‘I don’t have much of a memory… but I do have souvenirs’. Jewels are that souvenir…
This jewel tells a story… Isabelle’s dream is that the people who wear her designs will appropriate them and imbue them with their own history, their own symbolism – their life, quite simply – and that they will thus wear… la vie en rose.
Isabelle Lenfant’s initials – ‘IL’ – blend both femininity and masculinity.
The collection ‘IL by Isabelle Lenfant’ reimagines everyday objects, such as a Band-Aid wrapped around a finger or applied on a neck or wrist. A silver or gold diamond, in whose split genuine jewels are inserted…
The branches of a tree to remind us that we are the only solid foundation of our lives…
As Juliette Binoche once said: ‘To dream, you must have your feet on the ground. The deeper the roots, the stronger the branches’.
The pieces in the collection are in 925 silver and in 18-carat gold. Some pieces are set with precious stones such as diamonds or rubies and have been designed in the finest tradition of jewellery design.
An important part of Isabelle’s research focuses on individuality, on the adaptable nature of her designs. The chains can thus be worn in different ways, and those who wear them are thus in a sense continuing her designs. The chains are ornamented with unusual symbols: a set of keys to unlock all possibilities, envelopes that are open to receive a secret, a love letter, a plug and socket to disconnect, smashed watches and their mechanisms to arrest time and live in the present…
The pieces in the collection ‘IL by Isabelle Lenfant’ are a presence one forgets, an ‘otherwise’. They carry us into a world lit up by the beauty of experience, of not-forgetting and of individuality. A world where life is punctuated by three ellipsis points and not a full stop. A world where adaptable jewels offer a blank page to those who wear them and imprint them with their own story, their own secrets, their own symbolism and thus turn the given piece into something unique, in their own image.
Know-how
« IL by Isabelle Lenfant » ART jewels are designed hand-crafted, in the pure jewellery tradition. Made in Belgium and in France.
“IL’s” creations exist in hand-polished sterling silver (925/1000) or charcoal grey oxidized.
Silver is a living matter that individualizes each creation. In time …life tarnishes and oxidizes it….This matter itself symbolizes the concept of uniqueness that is developed thereafter in Isabelle Lenfant’s creations… it consolidates and embraces it.
As “Il by Isabelle Lenfant”’s creations are neither silver plated again nor rhodium… they oxidise in the course of time … If you want them to remain as they are just clean them with a soft cloth or use a product for silver.
Though cut to the quick as if life had already brushed them… the chains are joined together by links soldered by hand.
Lockets are also hand-cut and each of the keys is chipped in a different way … that makes them unique.
Polishing makes it a mirror… reflecting shades and lights…
A large part of Isabelle Lenfant’s search focuses on individuality, on the adjustable side of her creations. Chains can be worn in various ways, in different lengths … what allows the one wearing the jewel to make it his/her own.
The Collection extends to 18 carat gold items, black, white…but mainly pink ones to wear life in another way.
Gold is a matter that time can’t deteriorate. That way it symbolizes the sparkle kept in our eyes despite our own life’s chaos…
Today “Il by Isabelle Lenfant” ‘s creations are set with precious stones, according to the stones symbolic and colours, inside the ring allowing the skin to be in contact with the stone and its qualities
Own desires and secrets could also be engraved…
Custom-made jewels to transform the proposed item into one unique piece reflecting the one who will adopt it….
29 rue vilain XIV Brussels 1000 Belgium
I Love Mr. Mittens
I Love Mr. MittensMore Info
When Belgian born Stéphanie Caulier visited a small knitting cafe in New York back in 2007, she was reminded of her childhood passion of knitting. Growing up in a family surrounded by knitting and sewing, it was only natural that Stéphanie developed an interest in knitwear. It has been a labour of love over the years and from small beginnings of knitting for family and friends, the brand has evolved into `I love Mr Mittens`. Stéphanie’s passion for knitwear and design is clearly illustrated through her multiple social media avenues and her masses of followers built in the last few years.
Whilst not following traditional academic design study, Stephanie has honed her skills through years of experience in her chosen craft. She combines this knowledge with her keen fashion eye to create a line of unique chunky wool garments.
I Love Mr Mittens is not only a fashion label, it is a label based upon community and sustainability whilst maintaining timeless aesthetics. This ideal also flows through to the I Love Mr Mittens stockists. The I Love Mr Mittens range is available through a carefully selected array of stockists. Quality over quantity is Stephanie’s vision for her brand and this is seen through her select group of stockists across the globe. It is also important to recognise I love Mr Mittens “Heartworking” philosophy. Each garment is hand knitted with love by Stephanie and her team. This collaboration of small, independent businesses (rather than large conglomerates) completes the vision of I love Mr Mittens to create a brand that provides a genuine contribution back to the local community. University students and retired pensioners alike, work with a common objective of executing Stephanie’s vision of how knitwear should be, simple, elegant, timeless and fashionable.
HEAD OFFICE 101 Napier street Cottesloe WA 6011 Australia
IFAPME
IFAPMEModeMore Info
Stylist – Fashion designer
Fashion – Deco Coordination and supervision
Do you have a very particular vision of fashion and clothing? Classic or fashion, streetwear or casual, you have no trouble choosing your clothes every morning when you are faced with your wardrobe? So why not learn how to make your own styles and collections with this Stylist – Fashion Designer training?
The Stylist – Fashion designer creates and designs clothes. He designs, assembles and sews ready-to-wear lines or collections or unique pieces. He works with textiles but also with other materials. He chooses the fabrics, the colors, the styles and tries to anticipate the fashion of tomorrow to create clothes in his image or on behalf of a client.
The profession of stylist is a profession that is lived in the plural: beyond creative skills, it also includes technical skills such as model making, patronage, prototyping… and knowledge of production processes. The profession of stylist also requires skills in project coordination.
So if you want to develop your own clothing collection, put on your 31 and go to one of the IFAPME Centers that offers this training to register!
In-company practice is recommended in this training via the work-study model: ± 8 hours of lessons generally in staggered hours and ± 30 hours of in-company practice per week; remunerated. »
Job opening(s)
Stylist – Freelance fashion designer / Stylist – Freelance fashion designer
Responsible for collection, production, products
Employee in a ready-to-wear, industrial garment, style office
Employee in a fashion house
Strong points)
Customer contact Creativity Work in a team or independently Work in the office and in the field
Purpose
Diploma in Coordination and Supervision
Chaussée de Lodelinsart, 417 Charleroi 6060 Belgium
Rue du Château Massart, 70 Liège 4000 Belgium
Inge Grognard
Inge GrognardMore Info
Inge Grognard’s career as a make-up artist started in the mid-eighties when she and her husband, photographer Ronald Stoops, collaborated with designers such as Martin Margiela and the Antwerp Six (Dries Van Noten, Ann Demeulemeester, Dirk Bikkembergs, Walter Van Beirendonck –W<, Dirk Van Saene, Marina Yee) –some of whom she still has the pleasure of working with. She also worked with newer Belgian designers such as, Raf Simons, Véronique Branquinho, Jurgi Persoons and Patrick Van Ommeslaeghe.
Inge has overseen make-up direction at a number of fashion shows –one being Christian Lacroix. Today, she continues to work on the following shows: Christian Wijnants, Bernard Wilhelm, A.F. Vandevorst, Marcel Marongiu, Rick Owens, Kenzo, Martin Margiela, Dirk Bikkembergs, De Fursac and Anne Valérie Hash.
Inge finds inspiration through her husband, her cats, trees, music and the arts in general. She is sensitive to her surroundings and studies the behavior of those who surround her. All of these elements are combined and projected in Inge’s work –especially the more personal projects that her and her husband dedicate a lot of their free time to. These works are often exhibited in museums or art galleries and allow for Inge to have a variance of outlets for her artistic drive.
In 1998, she published Make-Up in 500 copies. The book was well-received and distributed in Belgium, Paris, Rotterdam and Tokyo. As a result, a small retrospective on Make-Up appeared in Purple Magazine. Her desire to not limit make-up art to the fashion world alone is also demonstrated through her collaborations with the theatre. Inge lent her skill to a dance theatre play called Rain, directed by the infamous Anna Theresa de Keersmaeker.
Throughout her career, Inge has enjoyed working with a fine array of photographers: Nick Knight, Terry Richardson, Corinne Day, Juergen Teller, Jean-Baptiste Mondino, Jean-Paul Goude, Bettina Rheims, Tesh, Miles Aldridge, David Armstrong, Satoshi, Horst Diekgerdes, Katja Rahwles, Anouschka Blommers & Niels Shumm, Karen Collins, Paulo Sutch and Michel Momy.
Her work has appeared in magazines such as, Vogue (British, Italian and Japanese versions), i-D, Dazed & Confused, Purple, Self-Sevice, Numéro, Another Magazine, V and A Magazine.
Ad campaigns that she has worked on include: Chanel’s “Chance” perfume and Chanel’s Haute Gamme 5 Elements Jewelry line, Galérie Lafayette, Nina Ricci, Ungaro, Stella McCartney and Haider Ackermann
Furthermore, Inge’s talent can be seen in the music videos of Bjork (“Pagan Poetry”) and Marilyn Manson (“This is the New Shit!”).
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ILKECOP (°2015) is a young high end label for women based in Brussels. All our garments are fully produced in Belgium with extreme care and attention to detail. This way we guarantee an honest production process with fair wages as well as a low ecological burden on the environment as shipping is minimized.
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Ilke Cop (°1988) graduated in June 2014 from the fashion department of the academy of Sint-Niklaas (Belgium). In March 2015 she launched her own label ILKECOP and presented her first capsule collection ‘Extinct’ for A/W1516.
“As an art historian and young fashion designer I aspire to bring a refreshing view on women’s wear. The fun and wonder of fashion are essential to my collections.”
KOOLMIJNENKAAI 64 BRUSSELS 1080 Belgium










