About Jane

 

"There are three responses to a piece of design,

- yes, no and WOW! Wow is the one to aim for"

Milton Glaser

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Jane has spent over thirty years in the creative industries, designing, creating couture and passing on her skills to others. She has been featured in magazines, on radio and television and has created for runways and the theatre.

 

After a house move prompted a change in direction, she opened Olivia Bea Designs a haven for couture millinery, where expertise and insights into creative business development converge.

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A high achiever throughout her career with award winning designs and caring customer support, she is always on the hunt for excellence and fresh ideas.  She has continued her professional development with a number of national and internationally recognised, institutions, milliners and craftspeople. She holds a Licentiateship of City & Guilds London Institute LCGI, is a member of the British Millinery Association since its inception and Heritage Crafts who promote and help conserve historic British crafts.