This was an exciting project for me, as it was my first time creating a street wear collection, and also first time working with denim. I saw endless possibilities with this base fabric.
My take on the theme was to work around the idea of the Madonna-whore complex. I created a collection which juxtaposed hard edged lines and shapes, with more flowing and organic forms.
I describe the whole process in this post, from inspiration, to sketches and final garment.
Initial inspiration & moodboard images. One of them from my favourite artist Pierre Et Gilles.
A campaign image from the previous collection by Nobody. I love the raw patchwork & deconstructed collar detail.
My final moodboard image. An illustration I created using pencil on paper.
Below are my final set of sketches for the 4 looks I had to create for the capsule collection.
Above is a sketch of the look I chose to construct. An assymetric knit top, paired with a paneled vest and skinny leg jeans with inset leather panels.
Below are my final technical sketches for the 3 piece look, including final fabric choices.
Patternmaking & construction - The fun / challenging part of the process which causes many sleepless nights!
Here you can see the vest, which is the most complicated piece in the look, in the toile stages.
As with most assymetrical designs, the most challenging part was getting the fit and proportion just right.
The collar which sits on an angle and is bigger on one side was also tricky to figure out.
Multiple panels in the back of the vest - any patternmaker's/ seamstress's nightmare!
You will see later that I have contrasted the denim with inset leather panels.
And Finally! It always feels worthwhile when the final product comes together in the end.
Here are some shots I did of the whole look put together.
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