The Atelier
A decade devoted to the craft of couture.
Lorrinda Richter
Founder & Fashion Designer
With a decade of experience in the fashion industry and an international qualification in Fashion Design and Pattern Engineering, Lorrinda has dedicated her career to the mastery of construction, fit, and intricate finishing.
Her technical foundation was built over three years of intensive formal study — fueling a passion for garments that are as well-structured as they are beautiful. Her professional trajectory has been defined by high-stakes craftsmanship.
In late 2025 she officially launched her own label, House of Richter. While the brand is in its foundational stages, every garment carries the weight of ten years of expertise, blending technical precision with pageant-tier standards.
Milestones & Expertise
A path of high-stakes craft
Foundations
Fashion Design & Pattern Engineering
An international qualification built over three years of intensive formal study — the technical bedrock for construction, fit and intricate finishing.
Industry
Miss SA & Miss Universe
Contributing to elite design teams, creating gowns for the Miss South Africa pageant and seeing the work showcased on the global Miss Universe stage.
2024
Lecturer · North West School of Design
Lead lecturer for first-year students, teaching the fundamentals of sewing and construction through the high-pressure prep for the Platinum Fashion Festival.
2025
House of Richter
Officially launching her own label — foundational in years, but backed by a decade of expertise and the elevated standards of pageant-tier couture.
Inside the Studio
Where it takes shape
