Toni Wallace
Livingstone,West Lothian
Summary
Highly skilled Bespoke Tailor with 15+ years of experience in the construction, deconstruction, and precision fitting of luxury garments. Specialist in "unforgiving" materials including leather, sheepskin, and silk. Proven track record in high-end studio management and collaborating with designers to execute couture-level finishes. I offer a sophisticated blend of technical mastery and intuitive client service, ensuring a seamless luxury experience from initial measurement to final fitting.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work history
Technical Collaborator
Field Leathers x Carl Morowski
Fife, Fife
2023.03 - Current
Executed high-spec manufacturing for luxury outerwear collaborations.
Mastered construction techniques for roughout, sheepskin, sateen, and wool.
Maintained stringent quality standards for heritage-grade leather garments.
Lead Tailor & Founder
Stitched by Toni
Livingstone , West Lothian
2022.08 - Current
Manage a full-service tailoring studio specializing in bespoke commissions and luxury alterations.
Expertly interpret 2D imagery to manufacture 3-piece bespoke suits for complex body shapes.
Partner with designers (e.g., Carolyn Baxter) for seasonal occasion-wear collections, managing end-to-end fitting and manufacturing.
Perform intricate deconstruction/reconstruction, including structural resizing (up to 2 sizes) and hand-sewn appliqué restoration.
Garment Technician & Mentor
Aero Leather Clothing
Galashiels , Scottish Borders
2012.11 - 2022.09
Hand-manufactured bespoke vintage leather flight jackets from start to finish.
Managed day-to-day production to meet high-end quality standards and tight deadlines.
Mentored understudies, providing technical training in specialized leather stitching and construction.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Textile and Fashion Design Management
Heriot Watt University
Galashiels 2012-06
Higher National Diploma - Textiles
Cardonald Collage
Glasgow2009-06
A-Levels -
James Hamilton Academy
Kilmarnock 2007-06
Skills
Materials: Leather (Specialist), Sheepskin, Silk, Sateen, Tweed, Tartan, Wool, Cotton
Tailoring: Bespoke Construction, Deconstruction, Invisible Repairs, Appliqué, Hand-Sewing
Machinery: Mastery of Industrial Sewing Machines (Jack Walking Foot, Overlockers, etc)
Client Service: Luxury Fittings, Body Mapping, Style Consultations, Discretion
Websites
Timeline
Technical Collaborator
Field Leathers x Carl Morowski
2023.03 - Current
Lead Tailor & Founder
Stitched by Toni
2022.08 - Current
Garment Technician & Mentor
Aero Leather Clothing
2012.11 - 2022.09
Bachelor of Science - Textile and Fashion Design Management
Heriot Watt University
Higher National Diploma - Textiles
Cardonald Collage
A-Levels -
James Hamilton Academy