The Black Swan, by Vikas Dayal
This collection is inspired by the sculptures and installations from British artist Kate MccGwire who integrates feathers and water forms in her artwork. Recreating the fluid effect of the water, she creates a dynamic feather accumulation. Featuring opulent jewels element from Van Cleef & Arpels designs from the 50’s in designs and painstakingly a total of 1820 hours of hand embroidery to realize these sculptural Couture dresses embellished with caviar beads, feathers, shell and Zardozi among others, sewn one by one to create a soft, elegant, sophisticated and very feminine look.
Ideal World, by Liu Xuanxiu
The fundamental design approach is inspired from 60s futurism culture combined with intricate folding techniques creating the ethereal creature look. Using the color and tone palettes of silver, gold and translucent and transparent materials will push the designs further and bring in the idea of technological changes.
Analogous Juxtaposition of the Thar, by Catherine Chew
The collection asserts the empowerment of the oppressed Thar desert woman who is teleported from the India desert to the city. The transformed and modern Thar woman is confident and beautiful while mindful of her roots, with the irony conveyed through analogous details such as similar prints and embroidery, juxtaposed against exaggerated silhouettes, adding a sophisticated touch to the raw traditions of the Thar people and combined with the vision of Cristobal Balenciaga and his designs from the 1950s to present 3D manipulations such as embroidery, bagru (block-printing), inspired patterns (resist-dyeing) and hand-painted motifs.
A Medieval Expedition, by Alisha Tukol
The concept revolves on simplicity in translation. It focuses on the exploration of draping techniques and the use of printed textiles to distort the image of the body. Inspired by the medieval era of dress and the progression of gender neutral youth attitudes , the translation of medieval fashion to contemporary androgynous fashion is explored. The focus on straight silhouettes, affinity for volume and large over-garments, details such as high collars and armour-inspired harnesses are considered in the design process.
Daughter of the Sea, by BI Yue
This collection takes inspiration from the mystical Chinese dragon and the western mermaid, both of which feature scales on their torsos. The end result is a fusion of Tang Dynasty costumery and Paul Poiret’s empire-line silhouette. Fabrics used are lightweight with scales and wave-like embroidery combined with beading, providing an illusion that lengthens the female body with aquarelle suggesting an aquatic environment.
Inescapable Bullfight Revelation, by Mishiel
The fundamental design concept is inspired by Spanish culture and traditions. A mixture of simplicity and drama in powerful colors such as red, black and white of Cristobal Balenciaga creates a romance elegance style. Interpretations of theatrical elements of Spanish history and the Matador, symbolically intertwines with the birth and evolution of the costume. The feel of Spain becomes a rhythmic beat in each design with exaggerated shoulder silhouettes, decorated with embroidery and embellishment acknowledging the idea that fashion can be fantasy.
The Cross-Bearer, by Kartika Indah Dewi
‘Cossacks’ is the name of the Russian imperial cavalry men during the Czarist period. The collection is inspired by the uniform of the Cossacks, with its distinctive style of fur, tailored coat, bold red and black colours and the presence of metallic gears. Reflecting aristocracy and Russian traditions, infused with intricate details inspired from the Orthodox Pope’s vestment and Orthodox Church interior, the result is an amalgamation of modern tailored elegance and traditional forms.
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