Malika Favre
Illustrator
6 articles · Oct 2015 — Apr 2026
Quotes
“Colour is incredibly important and I was instantly attracted to it.”
Articles & interviews
- Designer's Toolkit: 5 brilliant buys for your creative work life
Creative Boom · Apr 3, 2026
Creative Boom’s article by Tom May highlights five standout design objects curated from Malika Favre and George Wu’s online bazaar, 'I Can’t Afford This But Maybe She Can'. The feature celebrates inventive, humorous, and beautifully crafted products from independent studios including Brutto, Craighill, YKRA, and Nik Bentel Studio. Each item reflects a blend of functionality, design wit, and tactile appeal for creative professionals.
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Creative Boom · Mar 30, 2026
Creative Boom announces the return of its podcast for Season 11, hosted by founder Katy Cowan and supported by Adobe. The season explores how creatives remain human amid rapid technological and cultural change, featuring guests such as Nicki Sprinz, Aporva Baxi, Liz Seabrook, and Jessie McGuire. Through personal stories and reflections, the series highlights resilience, authenticity, and the enduring value of human creativity.
- George Wu, Malika Favre Launch Online Bazaar for Creative Finds
Creative Boom · Oct 16, 2025
Creative duo George Wu and Malika Favre have launched 'I Can't Afford This But Maybe She Can Bazaar', an online directory that extends their popular Instagram feed into a curated, shoppable platform. The site features over 300 products from 90 independent brands, using a transparent affiliate model to support makers and celebrate great design. The project reflects their shared taste, humour, and commitment to independent creativity.
Para-Paradigital - George Wu, Malika Favre Launch Online Bazaar for Unique Finds
Creative Boom · Oct 16, 2025
Creative duo George Wu and Malika Favre have launched 'I Can't Afford This But Maybe She Can Bazaar', an online directory and marketplace born from their popular Instagram feed. The platform curates over 300 design-led products from 90 independent brands, using a transparent affiliate model. The project reflects their shared taste, humour, and commitment to supporting independent makers.
digital - Brands Embrace Illustration for Storytelling in 2025
Creative Boom · Oct 9, 2025
The article explores how brands are increasingly using illustration to tell their stories in 2025, featuring six case studies represented by Handsome Frank. From Nissan’s animated Piccadilly takeover to Costa Coffee’s festival activation and Opihr Gin’s paper-crafted visuals, the piece highlights how illustration enhances brand storytelling across industries. It emphasizes authenticity, collaboration, and the emotional power of bespoke artwork.
- Fivefootsix
The Brand Identity · Oct 2, 2015 · Interview
The Brand Identity interviews Algy Batten, co-founder of London-based design studio Fivefootsix, about the importance of collaboration and partnership in design. Batten discusses the studio’s culture, approach to trends, and its charitable project The Art of Ping Pong, which supports BBC Children in Need through exhibitions and artist collaborations. The conversation highlights Fivefootsix’s emphasis on teamwork, creativity, and community engagement.
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