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Fabulous Female Founder of Matisa Market, Philippa Rudd tells us her story.

What is your favourite colour?

Klein Blue

When and how did you decide to start up Matisa Market?

I had been selling pre-loved in Portugal for many years and when I moved back to Suffolk I wanted to create my own curated space of pre-loved womenswear and accessories, upcycled homewares and new ethical pieces - inspired by my travels and my many years living in Portugal.

Why ‘Matisa’?

After my daughters Matilda and Isabel

What were you doing before?

When I was in Portugal I worked for the FCO as the Honorary Consul. I have a background in fashion from many years ago when I worked for Gucci in London and Gianni Versace in Miami.

Where did you get the inspiration for your brand?

Portugal and Brazil and their innovate retail spaces - in Portugal Fashion Clinic, Cote Sud, Alquatro - Quadrado in Trancoso.

Is there a best-selling brand?

I would say a couple -  Isabel Marant,  DVF, Joseph, Margaret Howell and cashmere is very popular!

Favourite designer?

My favourite designer is Chloe.

What is your best-selling product?

Best-selling - I would say my Essentiel Elements Organic Sanitising Room & Fabric Spray at the moment!

An object you would never part with

Vintage Cartier Love Bracelet

The biggest female influence in your life

Oh Lord, there are many! My daughters, my sisters, my girlfriends and my dear late Mother (I wear her vintage pieces)

In my suitcase, I packed..

Ambas Beach Tunic (which I stock) and Eres swimsuit (they are timeless and universally flattering!) Crumpet cashmere wrap

Where would you like to go next?

Puglia - we have a place in Savelletri and I miss it terribly - it’s definitely my happy place!

Favourite smell?

Stephanotis

Your favourite website

eBay and Vestiaire

A recent “find” or brand

Odile Collective - handwoven woollen cushions and monogrammed Portuguese baskets

The books on your bedside table

Such a fun age by Kiley Reid

Wardrobe Crisis by Clare Press

The Shift by Sam Baker

Chicken breeds and care (we have chickens!)

If you weren’t doing what you do

Estate Agent - love selling and I love looking at properties!

In your fridge you’ll always find

Kimchi, avocados and Booja chocolates and Adnams champagne!

The beauty staple you’ll never without

Sisley Sisleya SPF 50

Favourite City

London - Always!

Beach or pool?

Beach