Fangled. Sunderland Universities only Fashion magazine. Created by and designed for students, Fangled documents, showcases but most importantly inspires. Filled with work submitted by gifted individuals from all years of the Fashion Product and Promotion course, Fangled aims to excite with newfangled fashion designs and works. Each new edition gives others insight into the vast creative spectrum that is Sunderland Universities only fashion course of its kind.
CONTENTS
p3... editors letter p5... the face of fangled p11... embroidery article p13... fashions new tatoo p15... up coming p17... selects p19... the end is nigh p21... semester catalogue p23... news flash p23... you
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fangled GRADUATE EDITION
EDITORS LETTER... Fangled welcomes you to its first issue. Created by the fashion students of Sunderland University, please be upstanding for Fangled’s graduate edition. Dedicated to the final year students which made this magazine happen, in this issue we focus on the work of final year students as they move on into their fashion careers. Through interviews and images, we explore the ideas and final outcomes of their Final Major Projects as they prepare to showcase their work at Graduate Fashion Week in London. We ask students how the past three years as a fashion student has been as they give insight into their most memorable times at university and what they wish the future holds for them. “ My time at University has been life changing. Although tough, I have enjoyed every single minute of it and have learned so much in the past three years” says third year fashion student Sophie Monaghan as we here more about the students experiences on page 22. In addition, we also take a look back at some select pieces from students previous work that they have submitted over their three years. Furthermore, a mini catalogue is included showcasing the best works from both first and second year students as they head into their next and final years of study. We take a look at this issue’s Face of Fangled and look at the newest trend to fall into the fashion world. However, to address some most important fashion news, ‘newsflash’ on page 21 looks at all things newfangled in the world of fashion and we take a look at what future fashion events and art exhibitions are coming up for the summer months.To all current and future students, our pull out calendar is enclosed featuring key upcoming dates and future events as we head into the summer break and before long, begin the next academic year. Keep up to date with all this Fangled via instagram and twitter at @fangled_magazine and via our website at www.fangled.co.uk. Enjoy and be inspired by this issue. Editor in chief, Grace Gatens
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THE FACE
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Introducing the first face to grace the issue of Fangled. Why? Because she’s the new girl on the block and the next rising student to come from yours truly, Sunderland University. This is the face of Beth, a twenty one year old with a passion to teach... and model. Currently in her fourth year of study, she aspires to graduate and leave to become a primary school teacher. However, aside from teaching, modelling is something that she is equally passionate about. Between university life, working two jobs, teaching placements and trying to live the life of a normal twenty one year old girl, she is also a budding model. At the age of thirteen, she got the bug for modelling after attending a workshop held at her school and this instantly stemmed an interest. From modelling in student fashion shows and shoots, to gracing the catwalk of Newcastle Fashion Week, this savvy new model takes on any opportunity that comes her way. “Its the adrenalin you get from a runway, its addictive”, she explains as she sat down with us to talk about all things Beth. She explains her plans to graduate with a degree in Primary Education and also a hefty modelling portfolio under her belt. Who says you cant have it all? A home grown rising Sunderland student. This is why Beth is this issue’s, Face of Fangled...
“Its the adrenalin you get from a runway, its addictive”
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F. Fangled picked you Beth as we wanted to feature home grown talent from Sunderland University. We loved the fact you are studying a teaching degree and have this other passion for modelling, tell us, where did it all start?
B. Well teaching wise I’ve always wanted to become a primary school teacher since I was small however the modelling came about by chance after my friends persuaded me to take part in a workshop at school. After that, I knew I had stumbled across something I loved.
F. From a young age you have aspired to become a teacher, what made you pick Sunderland University as your choice of study?
B. I live local and the course has a good reputation as a teaching course.
F. From your time here at the University, what has been your most memorable experience?
B. Definitely applying for work experience over the Summer to go over and teach in a disadvantaged school in Cape Town. It was such an eye opening experience and something I will never ever forget.
F. Managing your life during your time at University is hard. How do you manage to keep on top of everything thats going on?
B. Coffee is the answer. No in all seriousness I just have very good time management skills. I do my assignments throughout the week, work at the weekends and try to have what evenings I have spare to myself so I can go out with friends shopping or for food. When modelling jobs come along, I try my best to get the time as its something I am so passionate about.
F. Who inspires you as a model?
B. The new ‘it girl’ on the block, Kendal Jenner. She was everywhere during Fashion Week, she’s just utterly amazing.
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F. What has been favourite shoot to date?
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B. Last year I did a shoot for a friend who wanted to exhibit some of her work she had created at Newcastle College. It was really fun getting to wear some quite outlandish styles and also because I was modelling for a friend which made it all the more fun.
F. Do you do both paid and unpaid modelling jobs?
B. Im really quite a new comer to the whole modelling world so yes of course I will do jobs unpaid. Most of the shoots I have done have been unpaid as its important to get your foot in the door and work your way up first.
F. Do you do mostly catwalk or photo shoot jobs? B. Mostly photo shoots. I’m a little on the small side which is something i’m a little conscious off but it doesn’t put me off.
F. Do you prefer to do photo shoots over the catwalk?
B. Yes, I love the whole experience of doing a photo shoot. From getting my hair and makeup done, to posing and seeing the final chosen images, it’s so exciting.
F. What are your plans for the future once you finish your degree?
B. I hope come the Summer to graduate my degree with a first, that would be amazing! I want to go traveling for a few months because I enjoyed last years adventure so much then hopefully I can settle down and get my dream job as a primary school teacher. Ofcourse I will still carry on with my passion for modelling and hopefully one day, you may see me strutting at London Fashion Week you never know!
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Hand & LOCK / 1767
Since 1767, Hand & Lock have been producing some of the world’s finest hand embroidery with roots reaching back into the Roman times. Creating bespoke pieces for a wide range of different markets such as military and civilian regalia to high end couture, as a company they have become to be known as one of the main providers worldwide of fine hand embroidery. Created originally in its early days by a man named M.Hand, the company survived successfully for the two next centuries creating detailed embroidery pieces for the likes of royalty and beyond. The company became a go to for couture fashion houses and survived through the death and devastation of the war. However following behind was a similar company, CE Phipps & Co which was taken over by rising designer Stanley Lock in 1956. Working with couture fashion designers such as Christian Dior, Hardy Amies and designer to the Queen, Norman Hartnell, the company began to rise in popularity amongst the high end fashion realm. Soon after the two companies merged in 2001 to form the power house of embroidery which is Hand & Lock. With clients such as Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Stella McCartney and Burberry, the want for fine embroidery is a rising trend within fashion today.
From the many famous works from Hand & Lock, there are some pieces that have helped firmly cement the company as a leading force amongst the embroidery world. For example, at the 2014 London Fashion Week, designer Mary Katranzou showcased her collection which included three embroidery pieces from the company. Using a 3D method called stump work, the pieces took hundreds of hours to complete and included techniques such as silk shading, gold work and digital machine embroidery. Another famous work includes the dress worn by Marilyn Monroe in the iconic film ‘Gentleman Prefer Blondes’ in which the red sequins were stitched on by the company. Pop legend Michael Jackson’s famous military jacket featured embroidery by Hand and lock and Rihanna’s outfit for the International Female Artist award had been encrusted with crystals by the company. However the people behind the companies prestigious work today is those such as Scott Heron, head designer at Hand and Lock. “What I enjoy most about my career with Hand & Lock, is the opportunity to nurture and keep alive a unique and historic design philosophy of hand embroidery with a company that has been practicing the art of embroidery for almost 250 years. Embroidery has been around since the dark ages and has survived and will go on forever. Keeping alive such a historically important skill and craft with a particular brand identity, or even in the general sense, is something I consider to be not only an honour but a duty as a textile designer. Most certainly in the fast paced consumer society of which this medium of design and practice could easily be overshadowed.” Scott joined the company back in 2010 and has helped shaped the existence of embroidery into this new and current trend which so many are looking to get into.
“Keeping alive such a historically important skill is but a duty as a textile designer...”
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...“Winning a prestigious award such as the
Hand & Lock prize for embroidery, as a self taught embroiderer, has been unforgettable�, 2013 winner Beata Kania
It is therefore a great opportunity that Hand & Lock work so closely with budding fashion designers and embroiderers. Each week, the company holds weekend classes ranging from beadwork courses, monogramming courses and gold work courses. They hold introductory one day workshops to teach aspiring embroiderers the basics of embroidery and even a three week courses in New York. However it is the Hand & Lock prize award that attracts many entries. Each year the competition is held in order to find the next big thing in the embroidery world. This year the brief is focused on individual design identities of Countries and the aim is to promote the use of hand embroidery and gives those who enter a platform into the world of embroidery. Winners can win a range of prizes from a 1 year free subscription to Embroidery magazine, a commemorative framed hand embroidered plaque produced by Hand & Lock’s skilled craftsmen and a work experience and tambour course at the Hand & Lock workrooms in central London. A monetary prize is also awarded to the first, second and third winner. The competition is highly recommended to those wishing to pursue a career in fashion and embroidery and is open to full and part time students who started on or before March 31st 2011 and to entrants of all ages in the open category. Registration for this years 2015 Prize Award opens on the Monday 10th of November 2014 on the website http:// www.handembroidery.com
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Adorn your body/ with one of the seasons biggest trends and embellish yourself with rich thick crotchets and bulky embroidery. Who says you need clothing to cover your modesty? Decorate yourself with sheers covered in intricate designs to add that unique and sultry edge to any look and Encase your body with threads and yarns that wrap around to form wearable tattoos.
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Fashions new tattoo...
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Up... coming exhibitions and shows
The summer break is a perfect time to get out and about and visit the wide range of fashion exhibitions and shows that are sitting right on your doorstep. Here are some examples of what the UK has to offer to not only enlighten but inspire and educate all you up and coming fashion designers. From Alexander Mcqueen’s inspiring past collections debuting at the V&A, to some of the most iconic designs from the biggest names in fashion at the Fashion Museum in Bath, there is plenty to see across the Country. Not only are there exhibitions, but Graduate Fashion Week, a must visit place for any fashion student. If you want something extra out of your summer, why not sign up to a fashion short course. Situated at the prestigious London College of Fashion, the college offers a four week intensive course teaching you everything there is to know about fashion design. Cameras, notepads and sketchbooks at the ready?
Alexander Mcqueen, Savage Beauty. Victoria and Albert Museum, London. From the 14th March - 19th July.
Fashion Rules, Royal Fashion. Kensington Palace, London. Up until 4th July 2015.
Graduate Fashion Week. The Old Truman Brewery, London. 30th May - 4th June.
London Fashion Week. London. 12th September - 16th September.
Dress and Textile collection. Museum of London. Permanent collection.
Thea Porter, 70's bohemian chic, Fashion and Textile Museum, London. 6th February- 3rd May.
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Riviera Style, Resort and Swimwear since 1900. Fashion and Textile Museum, London. 22nd May - 29th August.
Great names of fashion. Fashion Museum, Bath. Exhibition starts 31st January 2015.
Georgians, dress for poilte society. Fashion Museum, Bath. 25th January 2014 - 25th January 2016.
Introduction to fashion, Summer programme 2015. West London College. Course starts 6th July 2015
Fashion Design Short Course, Summer programme 2015. London College of Fashion. 22nd June 17th July.
Fashion and Textile International Summer School 2015. University of Wolverhampton. July 2015.
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