Often named as one of the young influential designers in the UK and collaborating with many celebrated brands, the success of Emily Dupen was not a given.
A Londoner who fell in love with Brighton charm
Originally from London, where her parents still reside, Emily moved to the southern English seaside resort of Brighton at the turn of the millennium to study Illustration at the University of Brighton. She immediately fell in love with the town’s eclectic and artistic heritage, but what particularly drew her was the community spirit and vibe, which gave her the courage to experiment beyond her comfort zone.
Her Hove beach hut as a source of inspiration
There is a secret behind Emily’s love for classic pin-ups figures wearing vintage swimming costumes and it is to be found in Hove, the small town adjacent to Brighton where she lives. Whenever she needs inspiration or some time to relax, she heads to her 1940s beach hut on the Brighton promenade. The melange of retro energy and seaside vibes is well reflected in many of her motifs.
An eclectic and artistic couple
Creativity and a love for all arts run through Emily and her family. After a career as a singer, Emily found her call in the graphic arts, opening up her company studio in Brighton’s colourful London Road. Her husband Jarvis is an accomplished guitarist, playing local and national venues with his band “The Swing Ninjas”.