Stanka Peckova is a
successful fashion designer. She’s been creating sports clothing since 1997,
and over the years her love for fitness fashion only grew. She comes from a
northern Slovakian town Zilina and she founded the famous fitness brand NEBBIA
together with her husband Martin Pecko. Whether or not you’re interested in
fashion, her story will show you that following your own path is worth it.
Have you always known that you want to design fitness
clothing?
I think so. I was
always attracted by sports. When I was in high school, our task was to create
and sew a piece of clothing that would be presented at a fashion show
competition, I chose sportswear. All the others had costumes, dresses, coats,
and other gorgeous pieces. I believe I was the only one presenting sports
fashion.
If I think of it, it
was a gorgeous dark shell suit. The pants had a huge sign saying COME STAI on
one leg, the jacket had a hood, a zipper and a huge sign saying BENE in a
mustard color. I think this kind of shell suit would be popular among the young
even today. Hm, perhaps I could bring it back. I’ll think about it very well.
🙂
How would you describe your style as a designer?
I think someone else
could answer this question better. I would say my style is simple yet
recognizable.
Which of the collections have you enjoyed designing the
most?
🙂 I always enjoy
designing, but I would say I had the biggest fun while designing the Fitness
Meets Fashion Collection. It was a very creative process, even more so than
during other collections. Another fun factor was the fact that we presented the
collection at a fashion show in Bratislava. That was an incredible experience
with a great atmosphere and great people. I really enjoyed it. Then there’s
also the Beautiful Inside & Out Collection. This one was super playful. The
beauty of this job is that every collection represents a new challenge. It’s
very exciting, creative, and I am always looking forward to the result.
If you could design something without having any
limitations, what elements would you use? How would it look like?
It’s going to sound
weird, but I would get inspiration from animated heroines like Lara Croft. 🙂
They have such a great style; I can imagine such elements in one of our
collections.
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What are your expectations for fashion trends in 2022?
I think leggings and
high waisted pants are still going to be very trendy, this style is very
popular. I also think that oversized cropped sweaters and hoodies will continue
to be in style.
What inspires you creatively?
Everywhere I go or
look there’s inspiration: nature, walk in town, good movie, gym, travelling…
Exhibitions also inspire me a lot, but unfortunately due the pandemic they are
all closed. I hope this year it will change. Sometimes inspiration comes on its
own, I grab a pen and I make one design after another.
Have you experienced burn out? Or you ran out of ideas?
Of course, not just
once. You’re looking forward to drawing and creating and when you grab a pen
nothing comes to you. It’s frustrating, but luckily it always went away, and it
never lasted long. Sometimes I get an idea while driving. I always carry my
notebook with me and if I don’t have it, I use whatever I can find, even a
parking receipt. I draw on the spot, this way I will remember the idea exactly
as it is.
How do you cope with stress at work?
That’s a good
question. Personally, I like stress. I would say that I am more productive that
way. I use it to push myself forward. I don’t know why, but when I don’t feel
the pressure, it feels like something is missing. 🙂
What is the cooperation with young NEBBIA athletes like?
Do you see any benefits?
Working with our
girls is amazing especially because each of them is completely different. For a
designer, it’s great to have models with different body types. I create designs
for a broader audience, and I keep looking for the golden middle way; the
clothes should fit well and at the same time suit different body types.
