About WESTIN
WESTIN is a multifaceted project that derives from two main question platforms; the exploration of fashion in the expanded field, and the experimental development of a profession in this specific field.
The aim is to further widen, explore and develop the view on what clothing is and could be. Create a bigger multitude and make people see beyond commercial materialism and realize that the future is quality over quantity in all aspects of the process.
The creations radiate a predilection for impressing craftsmanship combined with supreme design. The creations tackle issues of masculinity, femininity and everything society has put in between. The concepts of the designs are constantly developing, always with consideration of- and with a base in contemporary issues.
Design philosophies and processes should be defined, but aesthetics should change and evolve. All products are hand made and limited edition, and the wearer of a WESTIN piece will certainly feel the knowledge and soul the garments behold.
The aim is to explore different contexts and build a platform all to be able to work as freely and creatively as possible to raise the standard in both design and product quality.
The BACKGROUND
WESTIN was developed in spring 2009 by Sofia M. westin and is a project based on the exploration of fashion design in the expanded field. The first part of the project is a continuation on previous work Sofia has done during her BA education at the Swedish School of Textiles in Borås. Sofia has formal training in classic tailoring and is now working on her MFA at Konstfack, University of Arts, Crafts and Design in Stockholm.
The WESTIN project is the first in the Sofia M. Westin company regime, more will come.
The GARMENTS
All creations on www.sofiamwestin.com are hand-crafted garments.
The limited pieces are made with the concept and creativity as it´s core and have its own unique style deviating from the trend concept.
The creations can be described as simple on an advanced level with new and alternative silhouettes, cuts and ideas.
The WESTIN project is the first in the Sofia M. Westin company regime, more will come.
a) Chest. b) Sleeve. c) Length (front). d) Waist. e) Shoulder. f) Back width. g) Length (back).
h) Outer seam. i) Waist. j) Rise/mid back seam. k) Hip. l) Leg opening. m) Thigh. n) Inseam.
The SIZES
- XS is for those quite skinny and petit.
- S is for you that wear sizes about 44-46.
- M is for those who have a chest that’s around 100cm like a 46-48.
- L is suitable for individuals that wears a size 50 and has a chest bigger than 100cm.
- XL is for people who like there garments big and loose.
To order a Made-to-Measure garment, you as a customer add your personal measure information to the order form, the pattern of the selected garment is altered to match your measurements and the garment is then constructed and made from this altered pattern. The primary benefits to you as a customer of made-to-measure clothing are that the garment will be superior in shape and fit and that you also have the opportunity to customize the garment in terms of color and detailing.
N.B! If you have any questions or inquiries about the sizes, your order or anything else just call (+46 (0) 703 644 271) or send an email.
ORDERS & LEGAL STUFF
When you as a customer make a purchase from the www.sofiamwestin.com online store you will soon be an owner of an exclusive WESTIN garment.
This will hopefully make you both happy and good looking.
A few things you may want to remember before you place your order is that the colors of the products shown in the animations in the online store may or may not differ from the garments actual colors due to color settings of your computer. Feel free to contact Sofia M. Westin if you wish to have fabric samples sent to you or if you have any other questions about the colors and qualities of the garments.
When you make an order from the www.sofiamwestin.com online store you enter your information in the pop up form, what garments, colors and size you would like, then just click Send&Buy button and that’s that!
Shortly after placing your order you will receive a confirmation by email with shipping time and a personal order number that you indicate in your payment.
You can make your payment either by PAYSON, PAYPAL or SWEDBANK.
All domestic orders will be sent with DHL, orders outside Sweden will be sent with Posten.
Since paying shipping fees isn’t that much fun the www.sofiamwestin.com online store is happy to offer you free shipping! (International orders are charged by a cost of €18.)
All prices include VAT (25%).
If you do not trust the internet, or if you have questions or want to make a special order, just contact on Tel. no. +46(0) 703 644 271 or mail contact@sofiamwestin.com.
You may return an item and get a full refund, or exchange the item, within 7 days from delivery. Please note that the item must be in the same condition when returning it as it was when you received it with all labels and tags still attached. In case of returning or exchanging items you will have to pay for all shipping costs. Send the item with a copy of your receipt to:
Sofia M. Westin
Bergsätergatan 38/3
504 52 BORÅS
SWEDEN
Force majeure: If the Sofia M. Westin online store fails to comply with the agreement because of unusual adverse circumstances outside of its control due to force majeure such as strikes, civil unrest, war or natural catastrophes such as earthquakes, volcanic action and other similar matters, then we can not be held responsible
CONTACT
For questions, special orders and anything you may want to know, do not hesitate to contact either by mail or phone.
Phone: +46 (0) 703 644 271
Mail: contact@sofiamwestin.com
Address: Bergsätergatan 38/3
504 52 Borås
SWEDEN
Studio & Visiting Address: (Only by appointment.)
ESPIRA, the Textile & Fashion Factory
Olovsholmsgatan 32, Floor 3
506 34 Borås
SWEDEN