WE. the people.
zachary gray
INDEX. the facts trend trend DNA oppertunity statement we the people consumer market meet the designer/ target persona meet bansky the issues philanthropy color material the collection W
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the facts. more than 300,000 children under the age of 18 are being exploited as child soldiers in armed conflicts worldwide 40 million children below the age of 15 suffer from abuse and neglect every city with a population greater than 250,000 reports gang activity approximately 27 million people are currently enslaved in the human trafficking trade around the world armed conflict has killed 2 million children, disabled 4 to 5 million, left 12 million homeless, and orphaned more than 1 million in the past decade over 2,500 acid attacks occur worldwide every year protestors of repressive governments across the Middle East and North Africa have been killed, beaten, and arrested by police in the streets for voicing their opinions of reforms throughout history, women have been denied the knowledge, means, and freedom to act in the best interest of themselves and their children there are approximately 246 million child laborers worldwide
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trend. designed integration Society is morphing and ever-changing; the people that reside have made it a point to evolve along with it. Staying in the now is more important than ever. Albert Einstein said “morality is of the highest importance but for us, not for God.� This has never been more relevant of a quote then now. A sociological metamorphosis will require the integration of new ideas to implement themselves through not only political attitudes, but also in business and all elements of design. This new era will sweep the globe and people left in the dark will have to stay there.
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TREND DNA. change. forward. humanity. love. equality. proclamation. cause. forging.
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opportunity statement. This collection is a declaration that make noise through a series of one of a kind beautiful manipulations of simple and elegant pieces of clothing for men and women, WE. the people. will pull inspiration form graffiti artists around the world to “proclaim and paint� the canvas of clothing each season. Inspired by the issues surrounding the globe WE. the people. will be the soapbox that these issues have to stand on. Fashion is not just a walk down a runway it is the movement toward political, social and economic equality of the masses.
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We. the people. WE THE PEOPLE will be black and white simply beautiful manipulated garments for men and women that will be a perfect billboard for the proclamations of graffiti styled writing. Every season will revolve around new “proclamations� and each show will bring not only awareness to the issues at hand but be made into visual masterpieces, combining not only the clothing and all that they have to offer, but with lights, music and the location they are held. All of these dimensions will be meticulously thought out and planned to the very last detail.
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consumer market. Since this collection pulls on the heartstrings of the public and wants to become widespread movement and campaign for human rights, it is only fitting that the consumer call to EVERYONE! A melting pot of support will bring the most awareness to the issues. The clothing in specific will be auctioned off but it does not take millions to be a part of WE THE PEOPLE private donations will be collected at the shows and you will be part of the movement.
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meet the designer. personal narrative:
issues I am passionate about: Basic Human Right Collaborative He for She Campaign Water Shortage Crisis Child Welfare
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LGBTQ Universal Rights HUNGER stops NOW
target persona.
I have always strived for something more, as a child I felt as if I fit in not to a certain mold, nothing has changed as an adult. I created this line to highlight important issues that I feel are worthy of some light, giving these issues something to stand on is quite literally the highlight of my life. Not only would I wear this collection I would make it proud, I cannot wait to change not only the lives of those on the other end of the issues but empowering the people who begin to join this movement to change the way they look at the world.
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MEET Banksy.our pick His satirical street art and epigrams combine dark humour with graffiti executed in a distinctive stencilling technique. His works of political and social commentary have been featured on streets, walls, and bridges of cities throughout the world. Banksy’s work grew out of the Bristol underground scene, which involved collaborations between artists and musicians. Observers have noted that his style is similar to Blek le Rat, who began to work with stencils in 1981 in Paris. Banksy says that he was inspired by “3D”, a graffiti artist who later became a founding member of Massive Attack. Banksy displays his art on publicly visible surfaces such as walls and self-built physical prop pieces.
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The Issues. Every season will be inspired by global human rights issues that are facing us, like with most graffiti, the clothing will not immediately tell you the whole story. Flyers will be handed out at the shows to not only explain the clothing but also will give an education on the issues being showcased that season.
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child soldiers
Sara, 21 years old, lives in the historic Iranian city of Isfahan, close to Jolfa, the Christian quarter. For the past two weeks there have been rumors going around that a group of motorcyclists are throwing acid on women whose hejabs, (the veils to be worn over the hair in the Islamic Republic), do not meet this gang’s standards. They target women’s faces, and the attacks are said to have been concentrated, precisely, in Sara’s neighborhood. This is just one Instance where this is happening, around the globe it is becoming a standard form of “punishment” to women and children alike.
acid attacks Most child casualties are civilians. But one of the most deplorable developments in recent years has been the increasing use of young children as soldiers. In one sense, this is not really new. For centuries children have been involved in military campaigns as child ratings on warships, or as drummer boys on the battlefields of Europe. Indeed the word ‘infantry’, for foot-soldiers, can also mean a group of young people. What is frightening now is the escalation in the use of children as fighters. Recently, in 25 countries, thousands of children under the age of 16 have fought in 8 wars around the globe in 1988 alone, they numbered as many as 200,000.
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Philanthropy. WE THE PEOPLE can be nothing but a non-profit, all of the shows profits will go directly back to the cause, investing the money into guerrilla advertising of the issues and getting people to begin to think about the movement. This not only will create buzz for upcoming shows but will ultimately give more opportunity and recourse to the causes WE THE PEOPLE will showcase each and every season.
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color.
material. Jersey Solid
Stretch Wool Flannel
Solid Silk Faille
Heathered Cotton Jersey
This is a light weight, very soft and smooth, modal jersey with stretch. Modal being one of the softest jerseys out there, great for all sorts of comfortable and good looking apparel. Fabric has a beautiful drape and subtle luster to its face.
Extremely soft, medium weight, stretch wool fabric. This material conducts a rich sheen when draped, and drapes beautifully. Completely opaque, use this wool fabric to sew up gorgeous suits, comfortable pants. Ideal for three-seasonal wear.
High quality silk faille medium-weight fabric contains a rich luminescence, is super smooth, and consists of a firm and crisp drape.
White heathered, cotton jersey that is ultra soft, smooth, and has a fantastic amount of stretch in both directions. This material is light-weight and completely sheer. Drape make this knit perfect for t-shirts, and lined dresses.
Content: 6% SPANDEX, 94% MODAL
Content: 70% WOOL, 30% ELASTANE
Content: 100% SILK
Content: 100% COTTON
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COLLECTION
COLLECTION
LOOK 1
Crop-Top | $110 Jersey Solid
Content: 6% SPANDEX, 94% MODAL
XS | S | M | L | XL
Trench | $990 Stretch Wool Flannel
Under-Sheer Shorts | $180
Content: 70% WOOL, 30% ELASTANE
XS | S | M | L | XL
Solid Silk Faille Content: 100% SILK Heathered Cotton Jersey Content: 100% COTTON XS | S | M | L | XL
LOOK 2
Suit Structure | $890 Stretch Wool Flannel Content: 70% WOOL, 30% ELASTANE
XS | S | M | L | XL Tailored Pant | $690 Stretch Wool Flannel Content: 70% WOOL, 30% ELASTANE
XS | S | M | L | XL
LOOK 3 Silk & Sheer | $360 Solid Silk Faille Content: 100% SILK Heathered Cotton Jersey Content: 100% COTTON XS | S | M | L | XL
Cardigan Play | $570 Jersey Solid
Over-the-Knee | $360
Content: 6% SPANDEX, 94% MODAL
XS | S | M | L | XL
Stretch Wool Flannel Content: 70% WOOL, 30% ELASTANE
XS | S | M | L | XL
LOOK 4 High Waist | $760 Stretch Wool Flannel Content: 70% WOOL, 30% ELASTANE
XS | S | M | L | XL
Tunic | $460 Jersey Solid Content: 6% SPANDEX, 94% MODAL
XS | S | M | L | XL
LOOK 5
Jumper | $890 Solid Silk Faille Content: 100% SILK
XS | S | M | L | XL
LOOK 6
Pilgrim | $990 Solid Silk Faille Content: 100% SILK
XS | S | M | L | XL
LOOK 7
Crop Jacket | $660 Solid Silk Faille Content: 100% SILK Heathered Cotton Jersey Content: 100% COTTON XS | S | M | L | XL Structured Skirt | $560 Jersey Solid Content: 6% SPANDEX, 94% MODAL
XS | S | M | L | XL Crop | $260 Jersey Solid Content: 6% SPANDEX, 94% MODAL
XS | S | M | L | XL
LOOK 8
Peep Dress | $1110 Jersey Solid Content: 6% SPANDEX, 94% MODAL Heathered Cotton Jersey Content: 100% COTTON XS | S | M | L | XL
LOOK 9 Silk & Sheer Pant | $820 Solid Silk Faille Content: 100% SILK Heathered Cotton Jersey Content: 100% COTTON XS | S | M | L | XL
Silk & Sheer | $360 Solid Silk Faille Content: 100% SILK Heathered Cotton Jersey Content: 100% COTTON XS | S | M | L | XL
New High-Low Blazer | $560 Jersey Solid Content: 6% SPANDEX, 94% MODAL
XS | S | M | L | XL
LOOK 10 Over Stuffed | $690 Jersey Solid Content: 6% SPANDEX, 94% MODAL
XS | S | M | L | XL
Silk & Sheer T | $260 Solid Silk Faille Content: 100% SILK Heathered Cotton Jersey Content: 100% COTTON
Over-the-Knee | $360
XS | S | M | L | XL
Stretch Wool Flannel Content: 70% WOOL, 30% ELASTANE
XS | S | M | L | XL
LOOK 11 New Classic Blazer | $510 Stretch Wool Flannel Content: 70% WOOL, 30% ELASTANE
XS | S | M | L | XL
Silk & Sheer Mandarin | $340 Solid Silk Faille Content: 100% SILK Heathered Cotton Jersey Content: 100% COTTON XS | S | M | L | XL Silk & Sheer Pant | $820 Solid Silk Faille Content: 100% SILK Heathered Cotton Jersey Content: 100% COTTON XS | S | M | L | XL
LOOK 12
Silk & Sheer Gown | $1290 Solid Silk Faille Content: 100% SILK Heathered Cotton Jersey Content: 100% COTTON XS | S | M | L | XL