Corinne Carr

Designer-maker Corinne Carr’s luxurious knitwear collection draws its inspiration from the beauty of the coast, moors and countryside of Cornwall where she lives and works. Of the creative process she says, ‘Most of my designs are inspired by a place I have visited, something that I have seen or experienced. Often on my frequent walks around Cornwall, I visit places that are special to me and I feel inspired either by the colours or the aura of a place. One of the most enjoyable parts is working within the constraints of colours available from the wool spinners in order to capture a mood. I often blend two yarns together to get just the right tone. My scarves especially reflect the ambiance of that special place, a moment in time captured and represented in a beautiful, wearable item. Sometimes the beauty of the landscape in Cornwall is so intense and breathtaking, you just want to hold it in your hands - that's what I try to create when I sit at my knitting machine.’

Corinne’s knitwear and accessories are very distinctive: jumpers feature unusual shapes, raised seams, contrasting trims and unique buttons and fastenings; her signature scarves, wraps, gloves and hats offer the perfect complement to any outfit and are bursting with colour. Each piece is hand-crafted to the highest standard. Sourcing the softest yarns from traditional Scottish spinners and from prestigious Italian mills gives Corinne great flexibility with colours and textures. As a result, her hand-framed garments are wonderfully soft and comfortable, both fashionable and timeless.