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Brand Designer

Rahela Tanase

Rahela Tanase is formally educated in graphic design and is reaching greater heights alongside her talents in art direction, styling, and photography. With her studies completed at the University of Illinois at Chicago and Central Saint Martins in London, she has learned that the only way to truly live is by following what makes her come alive. She has elegantly crafted prestigious campaigns for various luxury clients. Winning awards such as Eddie & Ozzie Awards in the print publication, Iconic Collection Magazine for outstanding editorial content and design. Rahela is always looking for a challenge, and desires to create timeless, breathtaking work that exudes authenticity and embraces the true aura of whomever she is working with.

Inspired by fashion brands such as Simone Rocha and Alexander McQueen, 1960 French new wave films, and Wes Anderson's infamous use of color and quirk, Rahela is constantly curious and passionate to learn and understand. Dedicated to fall in love with something everyday, she is eternally looking to the odd, peculiar and imperfect things in daily life to create something new and unique.