Independent Bag and Accessories Designer for Global Active and Lifestyle brands

Specialist design development support exactly when you need it.

I help established global active and lifestyle brands bring bag and accessory concepts to life.

I create thoughtful, commercially relevant designs which align with both your brand and customer.

Get in touch to chat about your project!

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  • "I recently hired Rebecca for a project, and it was a pleasure working with her. She is diligent, meticulous, proactive, and warm, making her an excellent addition to any team. If I had the opportunity, I would recruit her full-time. I highly recommend Rebecca for her ability to bring soft goods design visions to life."

    Jan 2025 Vivek Agarwal, Founder at Ookioh swimwear brand

  • "I came across Rebecca's work on LinkedIn looking for a freelancer to collaborate with. I chose to collaborate with her on developing a new complex bag concept for a client. From the start, she brought an impressive mix of creativity, professionalism, and adaptability. Despite a challenging brief, Rebecca quickly adjusted to design changes, presented thoughtful solutions, and responded to feedback promptly. She was on it- ALWAYS!"

    Nov 2025 Celina J Smith, Sportswear designer + Founder of CelinaJDesigns agency

A selection of clients I have worked with on design and consultation

- either directly or through agencies:

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • I design bags and accessories, spanning various product areas and functions!

    I assist with the full design process from research through to tech packs to hand over to manufacturers.

    I can also help with factory communication and sample reviews down the line.

    See my services page for more details.

  • My contact form is the very best place for you to get in touch.

    I will study your enquiry and move forwards with a discovery call if things feel aligned, so we can meet and discuss your project.

    Then I will put together a bespoke proposal outlining the scope, value, deliverables and fee for the work requested.

    Once approved that will be followed by contract and deposit invoice documents.

    I require a 50% deposit to secure a spot on my wait list/to commence with project work.

  • In a nutshell:

    > Trend research, competitor analysis and mood boards

    > Design development (usually several rounds built in)

    > Tech packs/spec sheets for manufacturers

    > Skeleton BOM creation/ Fabric ideas /colour way creation

    > Factory communications

    > Sample review and feedback

  • Sadly not- it is an amazing additional skillset!

    I do everything I can to get clients prepped and ready to pass on a thorough tech pack to be sampled though.
    I can also support you with factory comms and management if that is something needed.

  • I dont have a 'set up' that I feed.

    I do have contacts which I always pass along if specialism/reigions align.

    I never guarantee a working relationship with anyone- things change all the time and I am not on the pulse.

  • If I've worked on something relevant which is not on this site, and have permission to share it, I'm always happy to do so.

  • I particularly love the start of a project- when the possibilities are so exciting!

    I love researching around a briefing and getting totally absorbed before kicking off with initial designs.

  • I will usually map this out once I have more project scope in hand- it can come down to a mixture of my current workload, speed of comms and how complex/large a project is.

  • I usually work on a fixed fee basis, and require a 50% deposit before proceeding with work.

    If ongoing support is needed, a bespoke monthly retainer package can be discussed.

    There is more information on my services page.

  • This depends on my current workload commitments.

    Once I have received a 50% deposit I am always keen to get going when I have availability, or get you booked onto my waitlist.