Rachael Mueller

Kia ora! I was born and raised in Aotearoa New Zealand and am currently studying at Massey University’s College of Creative Arts in Wellington, majoring in fashion design. I'm in my postgraduate honours year, working towards my final year collection. Fashion has become my creative outlet, a space where I can express myself, respond to the world around me, and feel both challenged and at home. After exploring photography, textiles, spatial design, and even science during my studies, I found my place in the world of fashion. I’m passionate about pushing creative boundaries in environmentally conscious ways, and this mindset is something I hope to carry with me into the fashion industry. In the future, I hope to work alongside like-minded creatives who challenge and inspire me and my work. My experience so far includes freelance pattern making and sewing, assisting with styling for local brands and musicians, and working as a costume runner for TV. I also completed a month-long internship with Kowtow, one of New Zealand’s leading sustainable fashion brands.