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of the striking designs that will be presented in five catwalk shows on 20 and
21 March unveiled at Buchanan Galleries
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| Designs by Christina Cleary (left) Lorna Pollock (front), and Shannon Graham (right) unveiled in Buchanan Galleries Photo Martin Shields |
A first view of some of the striking designs
that will be showcased at the GSA’s 2018 Fashion Show was given today, 8 March
2018, at Buchanan Galleries, Glasgow. The contrasting looks by three young
textile designers showcased embroidery,weave and knit specialisms.
that will be showcased at the GSA’s 2018 Fashion Show was given today, 8 March
2018, at Buchanan Galleries, Glasgow. The contrasting looks by three young
textile designers showcased embroidery,weave and knit specialisms.
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| Left to right Shannon Graham, Apasanen Patjwit Lorna Pollock, Valter Junior, Siannon McLeod and Christina Cleary Photo Martin Shields |
Embroidery specialist, 24-year
old Lorna Pollock from East Kilbride, unveiled a design from a collection which
explores gender stereotypes within the everyday and conveys a playful approach
to gender through colour and exaggerated fabric manipulation. Modelled by
Valter Junior, a bright pink tunic featuring spectacular sleeves was paired
with pink pop sock and sandals.
old Lorna Pollock from East Kilbride, unveiled a design from a collection which
explores gender stereotypes within the everyday and conveys a playful approach
to gender through colour and exaggerated fabric manipulation. Modelled by
Valter Junior, a bright pink tunic featuring spectacular sleeves was paired
with pink pop sock and sandals.
Knit specialist, 21-year old
Christina Cleary from Gloucestershire, re, has taken inspiration for her
collection from protest imagery and political unrest around the world,
communicating it through the style of the Russian art movement. Modelled by
Siannon McLeod, the look pairs a brightly coloured knitted top, featuring
black, yellow and turquoise green geometric shapes, with a straight legged
trousers.
Christina Cleary from Gloucestershire, re, has taken inspiration for her
collection from protest imagery and political unrest around the world,
communicating it through the style of the Russian art movement. Modelled by
Siannon McLeod, the look pairs a brightly coloured knitted top, featuring
black, yellow and turquoise green geometric shapes, with a straight legged
trousers.
Weave specialist, 21-year old
Shannon Graham from Skipton, North Yorkshire, unveiled a design from her PRO
OP-kinectic collection. The illusion of depth and movement is created through a
monochromatic palette. Modelled by Apasanen Patjwit, the dress combines a plain
back bodice with a boldly patterned black and white skirt worn with Dr.Martens
boots.
Shannon Graham from Skipton, North Yorkshire, unveiled a design from her PRO
OP-kinectic collection. The illusion of depth and movement is created through a
monochromatic palette. Modelled by Apasanen Patjwit, the dress combines a plain
back bodice with a boldly patterned black and white skirt worn with Dr.Martens
boots.
Buchanan Galleries has been
a long -term sponsor of GSA Fashion Show.
a long -term sponsor of GSA Fashion Show.
Kathy Murdoch, centre
manager 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.”
manager 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.”
Fashion Show 2018 will take
place upstairs in the Vic, 20 Scott Street, on 20 and 21 March. There are
three catwalks shows Tuesday 20 March – at 2pm, 7pm and 9pm – with a further
two catwalk shows on Wednesday 21 March – at 7pm and 9pm.
place upstairs in the Vic, 20 Scott Street, on 20 and 21 March. There are
three catwalks shows Tuesday 20 March – at 2pm, 7pm and 9pm – with a further
two catwalk shows on Wednesday 21 March – at 7pm and 9pm.
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further information on GSA contact:
further information on GSA contact:
Lesley
Booth, 07799414474 / press@gsa.ac.uk
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For
further information on Buchanan Galleries contact:
further information on Buchanan Galleries contact:
Jennifer
Lee, 01698 787878 / Jennifer.Lee@onlybeattie.com
Lee, 01698 787878 / Jennifer.Lee@onlybeattie.com