Teagan Jacobs

CREATIVE DIRECTIOR & DESIGNER

 

In the world of fashion, where creativity and passion intertwine, Teagan Jacobs stands out as a distinctive voice. As the creative director and designer behind the West Australian label 'Teagan Jacobs,' she has carved a niche with her ethical and made-to-order women’s wear.

Known for her deep personal connection to her designs, Teagan draws inspiration from her formative years as a dancer to craft collections that are both evocative and innovative. In this exclusive interview, we delve into her creative journey, uncovering the inspirations behind her collection, Ballet Baby, and exploring her vision for the future of her brand. From her design philosophy to her entrepreneurial dreams and personal style, join us as we get to know the mind and heart behind one of fashion’s rising stars.

 
 
 
 
 
 

BB: Tell us a bit about yourself and your brand.

TJ:My name is Teagan Jacobs and I am the Creative Director and Designer at The West Australian based label, Teagan Jacobs. I am an ethical and conscious women’s wear designer. Each piece is made to order by myself. There are no factories or sweat shops here! I currently do all the pattern making, cutting, sewing, marketing, website management and creative directing myself.

 

BB: Your newest collection, Ballet Baby, features a variety of soft pinks and red shades made from mesh and tulle fabric. What inspired you to create this collection, and why these materials?

TJ: Ballet Baby draws inspiration from my childhood. I was a passionate dancer up until the age of 17 and it was a huge part of my childhood. Collections I create are usually drawn from my life experiences, that’s why each collection I make is held so closely to my heart, everything I create is deeply personal and thought out. I used to design my dance costumes from the age of about 5, so I was very much surrounded by layers of tulle and soft pinks for most my life.

 

BB: Your philosophy for Teagan Jacobs is that each garment is designed to be layered, mixed, and matched in versatile ways. How do you like to style your pieces?

TJ:  love mixing delicate items with very informal things, tulle dresses with sneakers is something I really love doing, it really gives the wearer an opportunity to wear something super dressy but make it informal and casual.

 

BB: In your wardrobe, what’s your favorite item of clothing?

BC: Not an item of clothing, but Chloé is a brand I’ve adored for so long, and a few years ago I finally splurged and bought my dream bag- a Chloé pink Drew Bag. It holds such sentimental value to me, it’s so gorgeous and looks like it was made for me.

 

BB: What advice would you give to aspiring fashion photographers?

TJ: My top tips for a young aspiring photographer would be - Watch as many YouTube/tutorial videos as possible. Reach out to your fav photographers and ask if you can come on set with them. Keep test shooting - the more you test the more you learn.

 

BB: Since 2013, your brand has graced the runway and been featured in magazines like Frankie and Elegant. Where do you envision Teagan Jacobs in the next five years?

TJ: Thank you! I envision owning an independent retail store one day, which has been a dream of mine for some time. I imagine it as an interactive space where customers can fully immerse themselves in my dreamy pink world—a place where the ‘Teagan Jacobs’ experience extends beyond just the garments.

 

BB: What can we expect from in your future collections?

TJ: I like to stay consistent to my name so you will still see the same floaty fabrics and dreamy colour palettes. I have so many ideas I can’t wait for you to see!

 
 

BB: What led you to become an entrepreneur? Was it something you always wanted, or did you stumble into it?

TJ: I definitely stumbled into it, but it’s something that has been present my whole life. My parents and other family members own small businesses so I did grow up thinking my dreams were always possible and nothing seemed out of the reach for me, because so many people I grew up with were living their dreams and being their own bosses.

 

BB: As a designer and creative, what do you like and dislike about the fashion industry in Australia?

TJ: I’ve truly met some amazing people through the fashion industry here in Perth. Some of my closest friends are photographers and makeup artists. I wouldn’t say there’s anything I didn’t like specifically about the fashion industry in Australia. There’s always room for growth and improvement especially here in Perth, but fashion is definitely better than it was 5 years ago.