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Designs by third year students Eve Gourlay (top)
Florence Hughes-Finney (left) and Sarah Jane Ryan (right)
38 international
Textile and Fashion Design students unveiled their 3rd year
collections today, Tuesday 20 March 2018, in a series of catwalk shows in the
Vic.
Alongside specialists in Fashion Design were
collections from Embroidery, Knit, Print and Weave specialists. The starting
point for the designs was current political unrest with students each developing
their own “manifesto” and creating three different looks.
collections from Embroidery, Knit, Print and Weave specialists. The starting
point for the designs was current political unrest with students each developing
their own “manifesto” and creating three different looks.
Fashion
Design student Emma Jane Ryan took inspiration for the designs from her
welsh heritage – “being part of a nation
who have seen the industries and welsh language hugely declined through globalisation
I feel that we should remember our past and look forward to our new evolving
Wales.”
Design student Emma Jane Ryan took inspiration for the designs from her
welsh heritage – “being part of a nation
who have seen the industries and welsh language hugely declined through globalisation
I feel that we should remember our past and look forward to our new evolving
Wales.”
Christina Wong, a Weave
specialist, aimed to challenge the
idea of waste, and illustrate the potential of waste if it was given another
chance. More than 50% of the woven pieces are upcycled waste selvedges and
un-used yarns donated by Scottish Linen.
specialist, aimed to challenge the
idea of waste, and illustrate the potential of waste if it was given another
chance. More than 50% of the woven pieces are upcycled waste selvedges and
un-used yarns donated by Scottish Linen.
In
her PLASTIC BAMBOO collection Knit specialist, Elsie So, sought to explore the
imposition of Western constructs of modernity on Asian cultures and societies.
her PLASTIC BAMBOO collection Knit specialist, Elsie So, sought to explore the
imposition of Western constructs of modernity on Asian cultures and societies.
Talking
of her collection Fashion Design student,
Lisa Abisai, said, “through exploring
Black History and contemporary culture I wanted to merge the adversities of the
past and the optimism of the future.”
of her collection Fashion Design student,
Lisa Abisai, said, “through exploring
Black History and contemporary culture I wanted to merge the adversities of the
past and the optimism of the future.”
The
starting point for Fashion Design Hayley
Watson’s collection was men’s streetwear pulled from growing up in
small-town rural Scotland, and the designer challenges the stereotype of countryside
idyllism with the reality of youthful hedonism.
starting point for Fashion Design Hayley
Watson’s collection was men’s streetwear pulled from growing up in
small-town rural Scotland, and the designer challenges the stereotype of countryside
idyllism with the reality of youthful hedonism.
In
her collection Embroidery specialist, Jade
Armstrong, looked at issues on mass production and exploitation, choosing
to concentrate on children’s toys.
her collection Embroidery specialist, Jade
Armstrong, looked at issues on mass production and exploitation, choosing
to concentrate on children’s toys.
Christina Cleary, a
Knit specialist, took inspiration
from protest imagery communicating it through the style of the Russian art
movement, Suprematism.
Knit specialist, took inspiration
from protest imagery communicating it through the style of the Russian art
movement, Suprematism.
Specialist
in Print, Eleanor Hill presented a collection of printed
textiles inspired by the raw, stripped-back approach of Brutalist architecture.
in Print, Eleanor Hill presented a collection of printed
textiles inspired by the raw, stripped-back approach of Brutalist architecture.
In Women Wearing Trousers Hannah Carter, a Knit specialist, looked at gender roles and unrealistic beauty
standards. The collection started from the first wave feminist movement in the
late 19th century, also known as the Rational Dress Reform.
standards. The collection started from the first wave feminist movement in the
late 19th century, also known as the Rational Dress Reform.
Embroidery
specialist, Lorna Pollock, showed a
collection based on an exploration
of gender stereotypes within the everyday. The designers aim was to convey a
playful approach to gender
specialist, Lorna Pollock, showed a
collection based on an exploration
of gender stereotypes within the everyday. The designers aim was to convey a
playful approach to gender
As a
response to the possible fragmentation of Spain, Fashion Design student Eve Gourlay’s collection celebrated
the rich cultural heritage of the country and draws upon inspiration such as
the draping of the matador’s cape and the opulent detailing of his suit, as
well as the ruffled, voluminous fabric prevalent in much of Spain’s regional
dress.
response to the possible fragmentation of Spain, Fashion Design student Eve Gourlay’s collection celebrated
the rich cultural heritage of the country and draws upon inspiration such as
the draping of the matador’s cape and the opulent detailing of his suit, as
well as the ruffled, voluminous fabric prevalent in much of Spain’s regional
dress.
For
Print specialist Molly Kennedy-Blundell climate
change and the methods of combating it were key themes.
Print specialist Molly Kennedy-Blundell climate
change and the methods of combating it were key themes.
Embroidery
specialist Giovanna Cordez’ TechnoPunk’
textile collection was based on the original ethos of the rebellious nature of
the Punk scene, challenging mainstream thinking and expressing individuality
and identity.
specialist Giovanna Cordez’ TechnoPunk’
textile collection was based on the original ethos of the rebellious nature of
the Punk scene, challenging mainstream thinking and expressing individuality
and identity.
“Times of social, economic and political unrest often
result in radical creative change or the beginning of new aesthetic movements.
Innovative ideas develop both in support of (pro) and as a reaction to change.
(anti),” says Head of Fashion and Textiles at the GSA, Jimmy Stephen-Cran. “With
this in mind and using current political unrest as a starting point, 3rd Year
Fashion and 3rd Year Textiles students devised their own manifestos, from which
they developed collections of either shape-led or textile-led garments.”
result in radical creative change or the beginning of new aesthetic movements.
Innovative ideas develop both in support of (pro) and as a reaction to change.
(anti),” says Head of Fashion and Textiles at the GSA, Jimmy Stephen-Cran. “With
this in mind and using current political unrest as a starting point, 3rd Year
Fashion and 3rd Year Textiles students devised their own manifestos, from which
they developed collections of either shape-led or textile-led garments.”
“Some have used a position of protest as a point of
departure while others have declared their beliefs in an open and heartfelt
way. Others have merged conflicting ideas while some have used humour to
champion their cause,” he adds.
departure while others have declared their beliefs in an open and heartfelt
way. Others have merged conflicting ideas while some have used humour to
champion their cause,” he adds.
“Alongside this, the organization and production of
The Fashion Show is entirely the responsibility of 3rd Year students. A
daunting task for most as this will be the first time their individual and
collective efforts will be exposed to public scrutiny. They must also raise
serious amounts of cash in order to exhibit in London when they graduate in
June 2019.”
The Fashion Show is entirely the responsibility of 3rd Year students. A
daunting task for most as this will be the first time their individual and
collective efforts will be exposed to public scrutiny. They must also raise
serious amounts of cash in order to exhibit in London when they graduate in
June 2019.”
Fashion
show is sponsored by Buchanan Galleries. Kathy Murdoch, centre manager at
Buchanan Galleries, said: “Buchanan
Galleries has been proud to support the next generation of fashion talent over
the past three years. The Glasgow School of Art’s international fashion
designers have created some fantastic contemporary pieces for this year’s
Fashion Show, and I would like to wish them all every success in their future
within the fashion industry.”
show is sponsored by Buchanan Galleries. Kathy Murdoch, centre manager at
Buchanan Galleries, said: “Buchanan
Galleries has been proud to support the next generation of fashion talent over
the past three years. The Glasgow School of Art’s international fashion
designers have created some fantastic contemporary pieces for this year’s
Fashion Show, and I would like to wish them all every success in their future
within the fashion industry.”
This
year for the sixth time Fashion Show has benefitted from support from Dr
Martens. A spokesperson said: “Self-expression
and creativity are part of Dr. Martens core values. As a brand we stand for
supporting the next generation of talent”
year for the sixth time Fashion Show has benefitted from support from Dr
Martens. A spokesperson said: “Self-expression
and creativity are part of Dr. Martens core values. As a brand we stand for
supporting the next generation of talent”
Emily Hall, UK Retail Marketing Manager, Airwair
International Limited (Dr. Martens).
International Limited (Dr. Martens).
Additional
support from Mandors, Aesop, Sassoon,
Academy of Makeup, Tunnocks, and
support from Mandors, Aesop, Sassoon,
Academy of Makeup, Tunnocks, and
Ends
For
full details of the designers and collections see Notes for Editors
full details of the designers and collections see Notes for Editors
Further
information, images and interviews
information, images and interviews
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Notes for Editors
Alongside
the third year students’ collections ten second year students also showed
designs for a white shirt and silhouette.
the third year students’ collections ten second year students also showed
designs for a white shirt and silhouette.
THIRD YEAR
FASHION AND TEXTILES COLLECTIONS (IN RUNNING ORDER)
FASHION AND TEXTILES COLLECTIONS (IN RUNNING ORDER)
CHARLOTTE CLAYTON (Knit)
Knitted
garment designs inspired by the movement of Scandinavian design, focusing on
various lighting structures. The knitted garments explore the use of knitted
layers and the attention to simple details of Scandinavian design. Which
include simplicity and a refined fresh colour palette.
garment designs inspired by the movement of Scandinavian design, focusing on
various lighting structures. The knitted garments explore the use of knitted
layers and the attention to simple details of Scandinavian design. Which
include simplicity and a refined fresh colour palette.
KATERINA KNIGHT (Print)
Cherry
Blossom Boy
Blossom Boy
A
multidisciplinary exploration of femininity as a curated performance,
questioning how film and photographic mediums are able to awaken feelings of
nostalgia and false longing for a dream so unattainably distant. Resolving in a
menswear collection that attempts to cloud a conventional hyperfeminine
hyper-masculine binary and instead see these two exist harmoniously. Further
mirrored through the salvation of second hand attire, offering new purpose to
something that has become lost , a delicate muse blossoms.
multidisciplinary exploration of femininity as a curated performance,
questioning how film and photographic mediums are able to awaken feelings of
nostalgia and false longing for a dream so unattainably distant. Resolving in a
menswear collection that attempts to cloud a conventional hyperfeminine
hyper-masculine binary and instead see these two exist harmoniously. Further
mirrored through the salvation of second hand attire, offering new purpose to
something that has become lost , a delicate muse blossoms.
KARIN TOKUNAGA (Print)
Printed
textiles based on research of sports design and contemporary construction
methods to explore the sport of climbing. Taking visual references from the
natural and built environment and the interaction of physical activity within
these spaces. indoor/outdoor – plastic/rock – rope/free fall. How is our
disconnect from nature exemplified by this contrast in conditions?
textiles based on research of sports design and contemporary construction
methods to explore the sport of climbing. Taking visual references from the
natural and built environment and the interaction of physical activity within
these spaces. indoor/outdoor – plastic/rock – rope/free fall. How is our
disconnect from nature exemplified by this contrast in conditions?
EMMA JANE RYAN (Fashion Design)
My
inspiration for the designs have come from my welsh heritage, being part of a
nation who have seen the industries and welsh language hugely declined through
globalisation I feel that we should remember our past and look forward to our
new evolving Wales.
inspiration for the designs have come from my welsh heritage, being part of a
nation who have seen the industries and welsh language hugely declined through
globalisation I feel that we should remember our past and look forward to our
new evolving Wales.
CHRISTINA WONG (Weave)
My
collection aims to challenge the idea of waste, and illustrate the potential of
waste if it was given another chance. More than 50% of the woven pieces are
upcycled waste selvedges and un-used yarns donated by Scottish Linen.
collection aims to challenge the idea of waste, and illustrate the potential of
waste if it was given another chance. More than 50% of the woven pieces are
upcycled waste selvedges and un-used yarns donated by Scottish Linen.
ELSIE SO (Knit)
PLASTIC
BAMBOO
BAMBOO
Exemplifying
on the ambivalence felt towards the West, this project seeks to explore the
imposition of Western constructs of modernity on Asian cultures and societies.
This exploration is cumulated in the form of juxtaposed imagery, whereby
individual images have been deconstructed and recontextualised. The resulting
collages present visual qualities such as patterns, shapes and colours which
are then translated into knit.
on the ambivalence felt towards the West, this project seeks to explore the
imposition of Western constructs of modernity on Asian cultures and societies.
This exploration is cumulated in the form of juxtaposed imagery, whereby
individual images have been deconstructed and recontextualised. The resulting
collages present visual qualities such as patterns, shapes and colours which
are then translated into knit.
JULIETTE BRUNEL (Weave)
Window
on imagination
on imagination
I
have a passion, hardly acceptable, which started suddenly, although it seems I
have been predisposed to it since my early childhood. I always loved spying,
scrutinizing people. I have kept this habit and still watch my neighbours. I
observe trivial scenes from people’s lives when they are alone, thus creating
shared intimacy. Allowing yourself to be guided by others, accepting to wait
for the unforeseen, forcing the fate, being on the watch. A desire to watch, a
need to see, while being underground.
have a passion, hardly acceptable, which started suddenly, although it seems I
have been predisposed to it since my early childhood. I always loved spying,
scrutinizing people. I have kept this habit and still watch my neighbours. I
observe trivial scenes from people’s lives when they are alone, thus creating
shared intimacy. Allowing yourself to be guided by others, accepting to wait
for the unforeseen, forcing the fate, being on the watch. A desire to watch, a
need to see, while being underground.
LISA ABISAI
(Fashion Design)
(Fashion Design)
Through
exploring Black History and contemporary culture I wanted to merge the
adversities of the past and the optimism of the future. A rebirth is necessary for progression and
though there were hardships along the way, it has paved the way for a brighter
and hopeful time. Conceptually, this is what I hoped to portray through my
pieces with inspiration from the likes of Jenn Nkiru, Muholi Zanele and
Solange.
exploring Black History and contemporary culture I wanted to merge the
adversities of the past and the optimism of the future. A rebirth is necessary for progression and
though there were hardships along the way, it has paved the way for a brighter
and hopeful time. Conceptually, this is what I hoped to portray through my
pieces with inspiration from the likes of Jenn Nkiru, Muholi Zanele and
Solange.
JULIE ANNE FERNANDEZ (Weave)
Down
With Seriousism!
With Seriousism!
Woven
textiles inspired by Bruno Taut’s rant, ‘Down With Seriousism!. The collection
aims to take a playful approach in the opposing ideas of work and play. Using
colour as design principle, colour research was taken from playgrounds and then
woven into garments inspired by vintage denim workwear and construction wear.
textiles inspired by Bruno Taut’s rant, ‘Down With Seriousism!. The collection
aims to take a playful approach in the opposing ideas of work and play. Using
colour as design principle, colour research was taken from playgrounds and then
woven into garments inspired by vintage denim workwear and construction wear.
SARAH JANE HENDERSON (Embroidery)
The
collection is a response to the exploration of the 80s French film movement
‘CIMENA Du LOOK’. These films took a shift away from the traditional Hollywood
approach. Directors such as Luc Besson, Jean-Jacques Beineix and Leos Carax,
were said to favor “style over substance, spectacle over narrative”. They were
heavily influenced by popular culture, fashion, advertising, the music video
and technological advances of the decade. For my three looks I used cotton cork
‘Vegan leather’ a recyclable, biodegradable, and versatile material. Combining
traditional embroidery techniques (hand embroidery) and a techno-logical
process (laser cutting), I created embellished textiles that represented the
colours and patterns from popular video games of the 1980s.
collection is a response to the exploration of the 80s French film movement
‘CIMENA Du LOOK’. These films took a shift away from the traditional Hollywood
approach. Directors such as Luc Besson, Jean-Jacques Beineix and Leos Carax,
were said to favor “style over substance, spectacle over narrative”. They were
heavily influenced by popular culture, fashion, advertising, the music video
and technological advances of the decade. For my three looks I used cotton cork
‘Vegan leather’ a recyclable, biodegradable, and versatile material. Combining
traditional embroidery techniques (hand embroidery) and a techno-logical
process (laser cutting), I created embellished textiles that represented the
colours and patterns from popular video games of the 1980s.
JENNY CARROL (Knit)
Poul
Henningsen (1894 – 1967) was a Danish author, critic, architect, and designer,
who was one of the leading figures of the cultural life of Denmark between the
World Wars. In Denmark, he often is referred to, simply, as PH. Through
investigation and development of shapes and imagery of the PH lamps and
sketches, I created a three outfit knitwear collection.
Henningsen (1894 – 1967) was a Danish author, critic, architect, and designer,
who was one of the leading figures of the cultural life of Denmark between the
World Wars. In Denmark, he often is referred to, simply, as PH. Through
investigation and development of shapes and imagery of the PH lamps and
sketches, I created a three outfit knitwear collection.
HAYLEY WATSON (Fashion Design)
Mens’
streetwear pulled from growing up in small-town rural Scotland, challenging the
stereotype of countryside idyllism with the reality of youthful hedonism.
Popular branding has been ripped-off and reimagined with a hometown identity,
with silhouettes drawing from 90s casuals and 00s neds.
streetwear pulled from growing up in small-town rural Scotland, challenging the
stereotype of countryside idyllism with the reality of youthful hedonism.
Popular branding has been ripped-off and reimagined with a hometown identity,
with silhouettes drawing from 90s casuals and 00s neds.
RACHEL BROWNE (Print)
Exploring
the styles and themes of the Neo-expressionists (such as mythology and wonder)
my screen printed garments imitate the playful use of colour and expressive
hand drawn qualities with- in my work.
the styles and themes of the Neo-expressionists (such as mythology and wonder)
my screen printed garments imitate the playful use of colour and expressive
hand drawn qualities with- in my work.
NICOLE BRYSON (Knit)
Collection inspired by installation art and using found objects to construct geometric compositions to translate into texturalknitted fabrics.
ROSA MUNRO
(Weave)
(Weave)
With
an interest in the Fluxus movement of the 60’s, I was looking into their ideas
of humour, anti establishment and ‘total integration of art and life’. They
used everyday items and objects that were easily collected from around them, a
way of working I also enjoyed. This influenced a woven collection of garments
with a mixture of different textural qualities found in everyday life.
an interest in the Fluxus movement of the 60’s, I was looking into their ideas
of humour, anti establishment and ‘total integration of art and life’. They
used everyday items and objects that were easily collected from around them, a
way of working I also enjoyed. This influenced a woven collection of garments
with a mixture of different textural qualities found in everyday life.
JADE ARMSTRONG (Embroidery)
Looking
at issues on mass production and exploitation, I chose to concentrate on
childrens toys and how something so juvenile and innocent can lead to
controversial and damaging effects world wide.
at issues on mass production and exploitation, I chose to concentrate on
childrens toys and how something so juvenile and innocent can lead to
controversial and damaging effects world wide.
ERIN JANNETTS (Print)
From
observing and exploring the symbolism of life in still-life compositions, my
paintings will be made into a textilecollection. By focusing on finding balance
between translating painted marks as background and printed motifs, while
working in a vivid colour palette.
observing and exploring the symbolism of life in still-life compositions, my
paintings will be made into a textilecollection. By focusing on finding balance
between translating painted marks as background and printed motifs, while
working in a vivid colour palette.
ASIA APLONIA PRZYTARSKA (Fashion Design)
perseverance
pəːsɪˈvɪər(ə)ns/
noun
persistence
in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success.
in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success.
“medicine
is a field which requires dedication and perseverance” synonyms: persistence, tenacity, determination,
resolve, resolution, resoluteness, staying power, purposefulness, firmness of
purpose;
is a field which requires dedication and perseverance” synonyms: persistence, tenacity, determination,
resolve, resolution, resoluteness, staying power, purposefulness, firmness of
purpose;
CHRISTINA CLEARY (Knit)
Inspiration
is taken from protest imagery and the political unrest around the world,
communicating it through the style of the Russian art movement, Suprematism.
From this comes a focus on bright colours and graphic shapes combined with
unusual materials and processes to create a collection of knitted garments.
is taken from protest imagery and the political unrest around the world,
communicating it through the style of the Russian art movement, Suprematism.
From this comes a focus on bright colours and graphic shapes combined with
unusual materials and processes to create a collection of knitted garments.
KIERAN FLAHERTY (Print)
Inspired
by the simplicity of form and design, synonomous with the modernist art
movement of the early 20th century, this collection of printed textiles
endeavours to explore the relationships between texture, colour and line found
in Glaswegian architecture through the combination of multiple printing
techniques and juxtaposing fabrics.
by the simplicity of form and design, synonomous with the modernist art
movement of the early 20th century, this collection of printed textiles
endeavours to explore the relationships between texture, colour and line found
in Glaswegian architecture through the combination of multiple printing
techniques and juxtaposing fabrics.
BARBARA CARROLL (Embroidery)
New
found appreciation for that which already exists. A little more action. A
little less landfill.
found appreciation for that which already exists. A little more action. A
little less landfill.
ELEANOR HILL (Print)
A
collection of printed textiles inspired by the raw, stripped-back approach of
Brutalist architecture. Repeated shapes areapplied to structural silhouettes,
whilst transparent fabrics allow for exposure of the garments’ inner layers;
alongside this, a range of materials are used to explore the textural qualities
of concrete.
collection of printed textiles inspired by the raw, stripped-back approach of
Brutalist architecture. Repeated shapes areapplied to structural silhouettes,
whilst transparent fabrics allow for exposure of the garments’ inner layers;
alongside this, a range of materials are used to explore the textural qualities
of concrete.
SARA PRESTON (Weave)
Inspired by minimalist art and design movements such as Bauhaus, De Stijl and Constructivism, I have considered how thoughts and ideas could be communicated through colour and shape in my designs. Translating geometric forms into wovenfabrics using both traditional and contemporary methods, to create playful and fun materials rejuvenating design for the everyday life.
SAM WOOD
(Fashion Design)
(Fashion Design)
Observing
the use of clothing within performance art and daily life, the collection aims
to provide the wearer with a shell which makes even the most banal of movements
an act within its own right. By collecting imagery from traditional Scottish
crofting to Vanity Fair portraits, the research and resulting garments
challenge the perception of luxury within contemporary fashion and textile
design by utilising a DIY approach to alterations and construction techniques.
The individual looks hold an unusual fit and a variety of fabrics to illustrate
the collaging of concepts and aesthetics explored throughout the conception of
the collection.
the use of clothing within performance art and daily life, the collection aims
to provide the wearer with a shell which makes even the most banal of movements
an act within its own right. By collecting imagery from traditional Scottish
crofting to Vanity Fair portraits, the research and resulting garments
challenge the perception of luxury within contemporary fashion and textile
design by utilising a DIY approach to alterations and construction techniques.
The individual looks hold an unusual fit and a variety of fabrics to illustrate
the collaging of concepts and aesthetics explored throughout the conception of
the collection.
HANNAH CARTER (Knit)
Women Wearing Trousers
Interested in gender roles and unrealistic beauty standards, this collection started from the first wave feminist movement in the late 19th century, also known as the Rational Dress Reform. Highlighting the pressure and repression that women throughout history have been faced with, this collection explores the concept of female restraint.
KIRSTY LOVE (Knit)
This
collection explores how the imagery found in digital malfunction can be
translated into tactile fabrics. Knitting elastane creates unanticipated and
irregular effects which causeseach fabric to have slight variations in pattern
and texture, reflecting the complexities found in a computer glitch.
collection explores how the imagery found in digital malfunction can be
translated into tactile fabrics. Knitting elastane creates unanticipated and
irregular effects which causeseach fabric to have slight variations in pattern
and texture, reflecting the complexities found in a computer glitch.
LORNA POLLOCK (Embroidery)
The
collection is based on an exploration of gender stereotypes within the
everyday. The aim was to convey a playful approach to gender and disrupt
tradition through colour and exaggerated fabric manipulation.
collection is based on an exploration of gender stereotypes within the
everyday. The aim was to convey a playful approach to gender and disrupt
tradition through colour and exaggerated fabric manipulation.
ZELMA BALODE (Knit)
My
collection is inspired by the lively use of colour and light in the psychedelic
art in 1960s San Francisco. This collection puts emphasis on the use of colour
as well as exploring the ways in how to blend them within knit.
collection is inspired by the lively use of colour and light in the psychedelic
art in 1960s San Francisco. This collection puts emphasis on the use of colour
as well as exploring the ways in how to blend them within knit.
SHANNON GRAHAM (Weave)
Through
exploring the Op art movement and combining elements of this with sculptural
characteristics drawn from kinetic art, my aim was to create a collection that
presented the illusion of depth and movement through a simplistic monochromatic
palette consisting of bold patterns and shapes.
exploring the Op art movement and combining elements of this with sculptural
characteristics drawn from kinetic art, my aim was to create a collection that
presented the illusion of depth and movement through a simplistic monochromatic
palette consisting of bold patterns and shapes.
YASMINE AMANI (Embroidery)
My current collection is inspired by propaganda and its visual impact, combining repulsion and attraction illustrated in the use of hand embroidery and appliqué on to sports wear. I wanted to make a collection that would engage, entertain and inform, with illustrations of world ‘leaders’ at the centre of my work.inspired by the opulent lifestyles of dictators from around the world, I have embellished my own collection of ‘Dictator Chic’ leisure wear, which mirrors their extravagant and lavish habitual preferences. This is a fun and ironic glamorisation of dictatorships, intending to provoke discussion on issues sur- rounding world events, with an added injection of humour.
ZITA ANTAL (Knit)
Knitted
sweater collection inspired by Bauhaus theatre. The leading inspiration for my
research was Oskar Schlemmer’s theatrical work; his costume designs and
performances. Experimenting with combining the classical Bauhaus shapes and
forms such as circles, triangles and squares became an pivotal part of building
the collection. These were coupled with a colour palette based on Wassily
Kandinsky’s colour theory, actualizing the present collection.
sweater collection inspired by Bauhaus theatre. The leading inspiration for my
research was Oskar Schlemmer’s theatrical work; his costume designs and
performances. Experimenting with combining the classical Bauhaus shapes and
forms such as circles, triangles and squares became an pivotal part of building
the collection. These were coupled with a colour palette based on Wassily
Kandinsky’s colour theory, actualizing the present collection.
MOLLY KENNEDY-BLUNDELL (Print)
Climate
change and the methods of combating it are key themes in my collection. My
designs are often inspired by nature, which I enjoy exploring through painting,
collage work and screen-printing. Through hand-painting designs directly onto
change and the methods of combating it are key themes in my collection. My
designs are often inspired by nature, which I enjoy exploring through painting,
collage work and screen-printing. Through hand-painting designs directly onto
the
fabric, my pieces are all completely individual and no markis the same.
fabric, my pieces are all completely individual and no markis the same.
GIOVANNA CORDEZ (Embroidery)
My 2018 textile collection ‘TechnoPunk’, is based on the original ethos of the rebellious nature of the Punk scene, challenging mainstream thinking and expressing individuality and identity. I am translating this ethos to explore experiences of pain and believe the wearer will be able to maintain and express their individuality and not lose their identity by the use of supplied medical aids for support and mobility. By re-thinking our use of clothing from an anthropological point of view, my aim is to recycle unconventional objects that hold a personal meaning to me and support my own health conditions. Using bricolage and interactive lighting to depict intelligent fabric that responds to the wearers experience of pain by using new technology to heal and repair the body.
KATY MCCROSSAN (Knit)
Inspired
by the characteristics from the pop art movement ,taking the graphic and
colourful style, the project takes inspiration from unusual food combinations
combined with vintage packaging design and advertising to form drawings that
contrast with bold colours, texture and geometric shapes – translated into
knitted textiles.
by the characteristics from the pop art movement ,taking the graphic and
colourful style, the project takes inspiration from unusual food combinations
combined with vintage packaging design and advertising to form drawings that
contrast with bold colours, texture and geometric shapes – translated into
knitted textiles.
EVE GOURLAY (Fashion Design)
As a response to the possible fragmentation of Spain, this collection celebrates the rich cultural heritage of the country and draws upon inspiration such as the draping of the matador’s cape and the opulent detailing of his suit, as well as the ruffled, voluminous fabric prevalent in much of Spain’s regional dress.
LUCY HOPE
(Print)
(Print)
Printed
textiles inspired by the encouragement of a child’s imagination and development
in relation to The Reggio Amelia Approach ; a form of teaching to pre-school
and primary children. The collection is based on childhood reflection, drawings
and the importance of giving children confidence to have fun and be themselves
throughout child/adulthood.
textiles inspired by the encouragement of a child’s imagination and development
in relation to The Reggio Amelia Approach ; a form of teaching to pre-school
and primary children. The collection is based on childhood reflection, drawings
and the importance of giving children confidence to have fun and be themselves
throughout child/adulthood.
SURNAI HOWARD-HILDIGE (Embroidery)
Inspired
by trend based curatorial work of Superhelder and emotive work by sculptor
Nevine Mahmoud. My overarching theme is rituals of work contrasting with
rituals of relaxation. As a starting point I’m investigating cosmetic rituals
as a visual language. Line and form is inspired by industrial machinery.
by trend based curatorial work of Superhelder and emotive work by sculptor
Nevine Mahmoud. My overarching theme is rituals of work contrasting with
rituals of relaxation. As a starting point I’m investigating cosmetic rituals
as a visual language. Line and form is inspired by industrial machinery.
FLORENCE HUGHES-FINNEY (Fashion Design)
We
visit these places without learning or taking back any knowledge to develop our
own society. Instead we expect an international Britain to exist worldwide.
visit these places without learning or taking back any knowledge to develop our
own society. Instead we expect an international Britain to exist worldwide.