As the Founder and Creative Director of MAYstudio, Štěpánka Pivcová specialises in designing fashion that celebrates women. With a focus on elegance, she has taught Czech women how to wear luxurious cashmere coats and crafted iconic inauguration outfits.
For her latest project, she has designed formal attire for members of the Czech Sokol community. The project blends traditional elements from previous Sokol costumes along with contemporary design elements, reflecting current fashion aesthetics while respecting Sokol’s history and values.
Štěpánka has over 20 years of experience as a designer working with brands such as Pietro Filipi, Ragwear, and Horsefeathers. Her work has encompassed not only design but also trend forecasting, fabric and accessory selection, mood board creation for collection photoshoots, presentations to buyers both in-person and online, as well as team leadership in implementation and sales.
Štěpánka also experience in production management and project management, covering all aspects of the industry from concept to completion. Her expertise spans the entire field of fashion, from the ground up including experience as an apparel buyer for brands such as Nike, Adidas, The North Face, Calvin Klein and more.