Fulvia Galbusera

Evelyne Aymon

Hair ornament maker

Headbands that make a difference

Fairy tales, art and her mother inspire Fulvia's creations
She selects fabrics and materials from all over the world
Her craft is defined by passion, continuous research and joy

Fulvia Galbusera was born in Bergamo and worked for years as a fashion buyer. Ever since she was a child, she loved art and creativity. Her favourite tale was Alice in Wonderland written by Lewis Caroll and today by visiting her two shops, in Bergamo and in Venice, this influence is clear. Fulvia designs and produces imaginative and colourful handmade headbands. She believes they are a distinctive accessory that helps express personality and style. It all started as a personal hobby, but in 2013 Fulvia established her own business which she called Evelyne Aymon, her mother’s name, and began collaborating with specialised suppliers and artisans. Over time, more and more people have enjoyed her creations, in Italy and abroad. Today many influencers and show business personalities commission her to fashion bespoke pieces.

Interview

Why did you decide to exclusively create headbands?: My mother had a store and she made headbands too. One day she asked me to help her and I started making them, earning my pocket money. After working for years in fashion, even abroad, I decided to transform my mother's store and focus on designing and handcrafting headbands, of all shapes and fabrics.
What is essential to make a special headband?: Every piece or collection is born from an idea, but it takes shape through the research of fabrics and materials during my travels. For example, after a trip to South Africa I created a collection made from wax fabrics, and after visiting the souks of Marrakesh I created the Bazar pattern, which takes up to five days of embroidering to make.
How have you developed your skills and how do you keep up to date?: My mother taught me the basics and then, after many self-taught experimentations and mistakes, I refined my techniques. I have been keeping in touch with many people working in fashion and I regularly read studies and magazines, so I am always ahead on the latest trends.
Is the headband still a popular fashion accessory today?: The headband is not only a fashion accessory, in many countries it has a cultural meaning. I could say that my clients are of all ages and from all parts of the world: from my youngest client who is one and a half years old to the oldest one who is 92 years old. Headbands have no age!

Fulvia Galbusera is an expert artisan: she began her career in 2013