We love it when two worlds combine. Photography and fashion are perfectly aligned and the medium of print in designer collections has been rising in prevalence on the catwalk at fashion weeks around the world, with the likes of Mary Katrantzou and Peter Pilotto.

Print captivates us because of its ability to make clothes tell a story. The detailing is dreamy and romantic and designer Vanessa Warren represents the perfect fusion of photography, print and fashion with her company Ness & Pepper.

Ness & Pepper – digital print scarves

Critically-acclaimed photographic artist, Vanessa Warren is the genius behind Ness & Pepper, taking texture and drapery as main themes for her work and printing on the finest Chinese silk, creating a hand-finished scarves collection, that we are coveting.

The Ness and Pepper collection features Vanessa’s four statement pieces, Untitled Stars, Colombian Roses, Double Act and Amazon Lilies – all of which have a story behind them.

Double Act, by Ness & Pepper

This a particular highlight of the collection as Vanessa has blended two Polaroid’s into one. The sequence illustrates chance, as she captures a moment within a dancer’s movement, creating a fluid dreamy print.

We interviewed Vanessa to find out more about the collection, its origins and what is next for Ness & Pepper.

Q. When was the Ness & Pepper brand created and what was the inspiration for the type of collections you work upon?

Ness & Pepper was conceived years ago whilst I was experimenting with printing my photography on different fabrics in the dark room, but it wasn’t until this year that I decided to go commercial with it: the time felt right. The launch collection is about fluidity and movement, reflecting the fabric itself.

Q. What encouraged you to get into this industry and what was your route into  it?

Being a photographer by profession, I was doing fashion shoots for clients- accessories mainly, so I was already in the industry, so it felt like a natural progression.

Q. What is a typical working day for you?

I am more of an artist than a business woman, I have no particular routine, discipline doesn’t really work on me – I have been known to stay up all night working.

Amazon Lilies, by Ness & Pepper

In amongst the murky piranha infested waters of the Amazon, Vanessa came across a contrasting elegant arrangement of lilies, reminding her of Japanese silk prints which prompted her to create a wearable fine art photography silk scarf illustrating the beauty of the flower.

Q. Where do you get your ideas from for your collections and where do you source materials from?

I have always been inspired by Renaissance paintings, especially the drapery.  Now I am working more and more with water and dancers too, I love the ephemeral quality in them. The scarves are printed and hand finished in China, after all, that is where the best silk comes from.

Q. What is your favourite piece in your collection?

All of my pieces tell a different story so it is difficult to say I have a favourite, I love the dreaminess of Untitled Stars,  the stars are simply sparkles from the midday sun, I have used them as my logo.

Untitled Stars, by Ness & Pepper

Drawing inspiration from an abstract series entitled ‘Dream’, she incorporates the fanciful play of fabrics, water and reflection from the midday sun.

Q. Who is your target audience and who would you love to see with one of your scarves?

My target audience is 25+ I would love to see Helena Christensen in one of my scarves, I think she has that dreamy, sensual look which epitomizes Ness & Pepper.

Q. Have you seen the fashion industry or trends change in the last few years?

I think that it has opened up new possibilities.   Ness & Pepper scarves are digitally printed, the standard is extraordinary, it would never have been possible ten years ago.

Colombian Roses, by Ness & Pepper

Since living in Colombia for a part of her life, Vanessa incorporates the rose into her work, a flower that she associates with the country and the passion of its people.

Q. What’s the most rewarding part of your work? What is your greatest accomplishment so far?

My photographs have won prestigious awards that I am proud of but what I really enjoy about Ness & Pepper is seeing the piece come alive as it is worn. Each person wears it differently, it is so individual, and I see that as the ultimate art installation!

Q. What is next for Ness & Pepper? What are your goals for 2012?

I am working on my next, whole collection at the moment which is exciting, I am going to introduce cashmere and wool for the colder climates.

Ness & Pepper scarves range from £125 to £150 and are available to buy online at the Ness & Pepper website.