Frederica is part of our “Who Are You?” campaign, which began in Cameroon, Africa and has spread around the world. We gave her a disposable camera to give us a glimpse into her life. Frederica is, in her words, a communicator—which is a good thing, because the love of her life lives on another continent! In the England, Frederica pursues her passion for communication through writing and design. She recently launched her own website, Studio Fabriq, which we think looks fabulous. Her pictures were taken on a recent trip to visit her boyfriend, Joseph, and his family in Australia.
Being in a relationship with an Australian, travel is also the stuff of commitment, pursuit, trust, love and fairy tale.
To some, writing is a paycheck. To others, it is power. To me, it is priceless.
Travelling is my greatest Teacher. It flushes fresh inspiration and a spicy element into the aesthetic and style of my work.
My boyfriend and his sister were adopted. Legacy of the Adopted Child (author unknown) sums up the experience for their mother (pictured with me):
Once there were two women who never knew each other.
One you do not remember, the other you call Mother.
Two different lives shaped to make you one.
One became your guiding star, the other became your sun.
My mother is at the very core of my inspiration to communicate and express myself creatively. As a fashion designer, her work speaks with a unique voice and personality that underscores her passion for the craft. Those are her designs hanging in a store window!
As a marketing communications specialist and freelance fashion copywriter, to sketching my own designs, I have always worn my heart on paper.
Studio Fabriq is a space where I hope to honour the marriage between fashion and decor with a focus on narrative and a love for design.
Thank you for posting. It was good to be part of an amazing cause!
I hadn’t actually launched my site yet though and was still working on it. As planned, I was going to let you know when, so I’ve had to take it down. But it has been great to get a glimpse into everyone’s lives through this campaign and to be able to participate. Thanks again 
Frederica x
Sorry Frederica! I thought it was going to be up a few weeks from when we last emailed, but I should have confirmed! Please let us know when it’s live so we can give you a proper shout out
Hi Lori, you’re so sweet!
I didn’t even give it a second thought, seriously! I went live and started posting a couple of days ago and everything is absolutely fine! Oh my, it’s just a blog – this project had a much deeper meaning and was So much fun! The opportunity alone was invaluable. It’s been so great to read everyone’s posts. 
Thank you to you and Obakki again. You’re amazing! 
xxx
Frederica I think your are fantabulous, you have alot of courage to take up challenges and follow your intuition
Wow, I agree with Yasmine – You’re amazing! Always knew that love can move mountains and you’re a good example of that by doing what you do because of your boyfriend and your work. You created your own ‘fairy tale’. Congrats!
Ps. also think that writing is priceless.
Enormously grateful for your kind and lovely comments Yasmine and Alda! I really appreciate them! Love can definitely move mountains as long as you stay positive, true to one another and happy! Thank you so much again!