Award-winning womenswear fashion designer with 10 + years of experience in designing trend-led casual, formal to evening fashion for leading HK and UK fashion brands.  Expert problem solver with the ability to constantly adapt and innovate in fast-paced, high-pressure workplace.  From concept to production, strong merchandising sense and price-point-driven design.

BA fashion graduate from RMIT University Melbourne who has had her work exhibited and participated in various runways in Melbourne and Italy.

Graduate collection - SLY CUTS revolves around the integration of laser cutting technology and fashion.   By using a laser cutter to perform intricate cut outs and textile surface manipulation, Lai Wa is able to create a collection that is beyond the traditional garment construction method but still remain the integrity of femininity and elegance.