Man and the Machine
My collection, titled 'Man & the Machine', is inspired by the evolving relationship between humans and technology, with a focus on the industrial revolution as a turning point for workers in comparison to the digital and robotic revolution we are navigating through today. This concept manifests as an avant-garde mens and womenswear collection rooted in workwear. Combining function with dramatic silhouettes, the designs range from more traditional to machine infused with geometric style lines and dimension.
Process
Swarovski
As a recipient of the Swarovski Academic Partnership, I incorporated Swarovski crystals as a symbol of technological advancement. These crystals accentuate the stitching of the quilted chambray, and sporadically placed among the paint on the painters drop cloth to create a camouflage effect.
