Mai Niemi

Mai Niemi Design House

Bliss Design Knitwear

Mai Niemi, a B.A. Hons fashion designer and ESOF Feng Shui consultant, is a pioneer in Feng Shui and multidimensional fashion. She studied at Central St. Martins College of Art in London and the European School of Feng Shui. Now based in Finland, Mai draws inspiration from the close connection to nature and her creativity transcends geographical boundaries. Her designs celebrate natural flow and inner harmony, merging fabric with the final garment in a way that resonates with everyone.

“As a Fashion and textile artist B.A.hons., Feng Shui designer, Kalevala artist I design and manufacture sustainable Finnish fashion in Finland: knitwear, clothing, jewelry and accessories, drawing on themes and stories from Finnish culture. I have created the NeuleKalevala national collection and the IAMMAI holistic design concept, as well as the sustainable fashion Magic Wardrobe.

Ornamo post on Mai Niemi :
Inspired by the Finnish forests, lakes, and mythical sroties, fashion artist Mai Niemi weaves tradition and imagination into everyday design. Her work draws from the myhology of Kalevala and the power of nature, blending old traditions with modern design.”
 
Her handcrafted knitwear and jewelry reflect a deep connection to the land and a commitment to sustainsbility. Using ecological materials and traditional techniques , she creates ethno-futuristic pieces that are timeless and uniquely Finnish. Each creation is not only visually beautiful, but also meaningful -they combine history, art and nature.
 
Blending fashion, art and mythology, Mai´s work celebrates the beauty and wisdom of Finland´s cultural heritage in a form that speaks to the modern world.

Experience

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Work experience

Mai Niemi Design House

Industrial Designer

Fashion designer in different companies and factories

1979 – 1985

Education

Central St.Martin´s College of Art

1972 – 1976

London University

A-level in Art and Swedish, O-level in Needlecraft and Dress

1971 – 1972

European School of Feng Shui

1999 – 2000

Works

Mai Niemi has been chosen to Creative Finland program as a Finnish Forest fashion brand to participate Tokyo Forest Pavilion hybrid exhibition in October 1st 2021.