Synergy
Synergy is the combined power of a group of things that, when working together, achieve greater energy than when working independently. This transformative collection captures the spirit of circularity with a modular textile system. It showcases graphic prints inspired by a macro and micro view of home and what it means to me.
Art2Wear Runway Show • NCSU Design • 2019
Pattern
The prints and are inspired by aerial view images of places that are meaningful to my cultural identity with rice terrace fields from China, palm tree farms from Singapore and tulip fields from Holland. From a distant vantage point, one has the opportunity to appreciate our home as a whole, to reflect on the Earth’s beauty and fragility all at once. This overview captures the sense of wonder gained from a new aerial perspective. Some prints show faces of those close to me to contrast the larger, more representative macro inspired prints. The pattern made up of these faces exists as a micro inspired symbolism of what “home” means to me- the people around me that create the synergy of who I am.
Modular
With the prompt of “circularity” in mind, I created a modular tabbing system in which the wearer and designer can infinitely customize their garments by rearranging and exchanging the modular pieces. Hemlines can rise or lower, sleeves can grow or retract and decorative elements can appear or disappear changing the look of the overall garment completely. By giving the wearer optionality and flexibility in the design process you encourage longevity.
Circularity
The modules are laser cut from natural fibers and leather off-cut scraps that would otherwise be discarded. All of the textiles used in this collection are hand screen printed on organic linen, hemp, bamboo jersey, wool or silk. The blush pink wave dress and high wasted panties are even naturally dyed with avocado pits!
Art2Wear Jury Day
Runway
Photography • Claire Tracy • Alexa Molli • Juli Leonard