The sisters behind swimwear label Matteau share their thoughts on designing for women, along with tips on how to find the perfect fit
Sydney-raised sisters Peta Heinsen and Ilona Hamer launched swim line Matteau in 2015, now available on Net-a-Porter, and have since become beloved for the minimalist designs that flatter differing body types.
The sisters share their inspirations and tips for finding the perfect fit.
Who have you looked up to for inspiration and what are some benefits of having started this brand as sisters?
Our mother has always been our biggest source of inspiration. She has great style and taste, and we learnt about clothing and dress-making from her. As sisters, we have a great, constant back and forth conversation of ideas and inspiration, often at all hours of the day and night; growing and evolving new ideas while they are fresh.