DEGREE SHOW 2014
SCHOOL OF TEXTILES AND DESIGN
HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY
HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF TEXTILES & DESIGN BA (HONS) FASHION COMMUNICATION BA (HONS) FASHION BA (HONS) DESIGN FOR TEXTILES
(FASHION, INTERIOR, ART)
BA (HONS) FASHION MARKETING & RETAILING BA (HONS) INTERIOR DESIGN MA FASHION & TEXTILES DESIGN MA / MSC FASHION & TEXTILES INNOVATION & NEW APPLICATIONS MSC FASHION TEXTILES MANAGEMENT BSC (HONS) FASHION TECHNOLOGY
BA (HONS) FASHION COMMUNICATION This programme is aimed at students who are fascinated by the variety and diversity of ways that fashion and clothing is communicated, promoted and presented creatively to different audiences. Fashion Communication is the activity that supports or encourages the promotion and purchases of fashion products through photography, film, digital media, performance, music, advertising and journalism. The core elements of the programme aim to develop an awareness and understanding of all areas of contemporary popular culture underpinned with an in-depth knowledge of contemporary fashion design and its context, to inspire original and dynamic ideas to communicate fashion to an international audience in the 21st Century Undergraduate Enquiries t: 01896 892156 f: 01896 756701 e: ugenquiries@tex.hw.ac.uk www.tex.hw.ac.uk facebook: /hwtextiles
image: Iain Curran
BA HONS FASHION COMMUNICATION
MEGAN MCCORMICK
RUTH STRACHAN
This is an interactive magazine focusing on young up-coming contemporary artists and designers working within the creative industries. The theme of this issue is inspired by Purgatorio from Dante’s Devine Comedy. Each fashion story is based on a different terrace of Mount Purgatory and its associated sin.
This magazine is based around the upcoming and underground music scene of Scotland. It is inspired by the creative musical process and the people involved. It is presented from a personal angle with a diary like format throughout and has been heavily influenced by fanzine design.
mobile: 07961442636 email: meganmccormick91@gmail.com website: www.meganmccormick.co.uk facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ pages/Megan-Mccormick -Photography/388511377953180
mobile: 07944474503 email: ruth-amanda@hotmail.co.uk ruth@rebeccatorres.co.uk
FRASER MOODIE With this year’s Scottish Independent Referendum Profound magazine investigates Scotland’s political influence and its affect on fashion and the style aesthetic of Scotland. Focusing on identity and stereotypes, politics are a consistent theme in my work. mobile: 07887843807 email: fmoodie.creative@gmail.com blog: styleoutcast.blogspot.com
ROSS BRIERS By Magazine is unisex fashion and lifestyle publication which explores gender stereotypes - with the menswear material taking on an aesthetically darker notion than the womenswear content, which has been created with a more gentle and light approach. mobile: 07818557840 email: Rossbriers1@gmail.com
REBECCA FORAN This magazine has an underlying theme of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. The title 101 is inspired by George Orwell’s ‘Room 101’ featured in the novel 1984. 101 concerns ‘worst nightmare’ scenarios and OCD sufferers are said to be ‘trapped’ within their nightmares. This theme has inspired the design concept behind the magazine with each design decision having relevance to the condition and its associated compulsions. mobile: 07891851958 email: rebecca.foran@hotmail.co.uk website: rebeccaforan.tumblr.com
STEPHANIE KENT Anchor magazine is a publication that was originally inspired by the perception people hold of tattooing and the culture that surrounds it. The photography in this issue is all inspired by a variety of urban subcultures. mobile: 07896877176 email: stephaniekent1991@hotmail.co.uk website: www.record-it.dunked.com
BA HONS FASHION COMMUNICATION
IAIN CURRAN
LYNN BARCLAY
The Him, a menswear publication is based on the theme of the Brutalist architectural movement. Minimalist styling is combined with striking new young faces set against concrete backdrops. This magazine aims to showcase and up-style Brutalist structures in a high-fashion contemporary context.
This magazine explores contemporary culture in fashion, art, film and current social issues within modern culture that affect our society. The first issue of the magazine has a digitalised theme in keeping with current societal trends and is aimed at Generation Y. This issue focuses on the relationship between fashion and the 90’s.
mobile: 07447923285 email: iaincurran@hotmail.com
RONA LESLIE 303 Magazine is based around the concept of club kids and rave culture. It focuses on the underground art scene involved specifically with house and techno music. Through editorials and fashion shoots current in-club trends will be documented and communicated. Interviews with those making waves in the electronic music scene will feature. The first issue will have a focus on Berlin. mobile: 07581311573 email: ronaleslie@aol.com blog: www.ronaleslie.tumblr.com
mobile: 07538202299 email: lynnmbarclay@gmail.com website: www.lynnmbarclay.tumblr.com
RACHEL STOTT Everyday, especially in the world as fashion, we are digitally bombarded with the ‘new’, we desire not only tangible products but instant information. This magazine explores our desire for luxury, how we communicate through our possessions as well as looking into the constant desire for reinvention. I was inspired by those living what’s called the ‘Minimal Lifestyle’, people who are living with as little as possible and who don’t put any sentimental value on the possessions they may have.
JESSICA ROWNTREE An Independent lifestyle magazine featuring, fashion, food and art. With an overarching theme of styling and presenting food imagery within a modern fashion context. Showcasing this concept in a contemporary but minimal way demonstrating that fashion does not only apply to clothing, it’s a lifestyle. mobile: 07817500631 email: jessr10@ymail.com website: http://jess-amy.tumblr.com/ blog: http://www.flickr.com/photos/ jessicaamy/
mobile: 07525782803 email: rachelstott@me.com website: rachelstott.co.uk / anotherstudio.co
RHODA BEATON Nopp Magazine is a contemporary fashion magazine that showcases the new generation of Hip-Hop in Scotland. With an understated sense of humour that doesn’t take the fashion industry too seriously, this unique and niche magazine celebrates an up and coming generation of cultural Hip-Hop hybrids. mobile: 07786713007 email: rhodab2@hotmail.com website: rhodabeaton.tumblr.com
BA HONS FASHION COMMUNICATION
RUTH CAMERON WATSON
ROISIN FERGUSON
This magazine is a bi-annual publication based around travel, photography and fashion. The aim is to showcase cities around the world through the eyes of fashion and documented photography. This is the “cool guide” to the city and is targeted at young creative people who are new to the place.
“Baby-Face” magazine is inspired by 1950’s retro culture and explores the notion of an idyllic lifestyle and the pressures surrounding women and their outward appearance during that decade. From Beauty Queens to Junk Food “Baby-Face” explores both the kitsch aesthetic and also examines the darker side of attempting to achieve an outer perfection.
email: ruthcwatson26@googlemail.com website: www.facebook.com/ ruthcameronphotography?ref=hl
BRIANNA O’DONNELL With society’s increasing fascination with celebrity, That magazine takes a satirical look at the dark side of celebrity culture and illustrates it with serious fashion, photography and graphics. mobile: 07773714983 email: briannaod@hotmail.co.uk
email: Roisinfashionstylist@gmail.com Roisin@balladof.co.uk website: www.facebook.com/fashionmermaid
MAGDALENA NIEDZWIEDZ The publication was inspired by modern feminist attitudes towards issues which concern women in contemporary society. This magazine is about women for women and from a women’s point of view. It is a response to the fashion magazines that are aimed at women but created from a male’s perspective. mobile: 07557043990 email: magdalenaniedzwiedz@yahoo.co.uk
ROCHELLE MACDONOUGH This magazine is a publication tailored towards formal fashion, looking at current topics from an intellectual angle. It examines formal fashion in a contemporary and exciting way currently lacking in formal fashion publication and addresses this perceived gap in the market. mobile: 07970827285 email: rochellemacdonough@hotmail.co.uk
ABIGAIL DONALDSON A fresh concept for a niche teenage magazine. This is also a teen bible of fashion, music and culture. Focusing on, and capturing real teenage life. The influential power of female friendship. The captured innocence that is usually overshadowed through stereotypes that surround teenage girls in today’s culture. Girl Cult is sophisticated, fun and real. mobile: 07533891992 email: abigailfashioncom@gmail.com blog: backstabbersandqueenbees.tumblr.com
BA (HONS) FASHION The Fashion programme (fashion, fashion menswear, fashion womenswear) explores the creative process of fashion design from initial research through to collection, creation and production. This pathway explores the range of market sectors from fast fashion to luxury high-end both within the UK and relevant to a global context. Applicants will develop a personal fashion style and a broad understanding of the worldwide industry. The personal handwriting will be developed by internal and relevant live projects, which will embed skills and allow creative fashion statements appropriate to the chosen market. Undergraduate Enquiries t: 01896 892156 f: 01896 756701 e: ugenquiries@tex.hw.ac.uk www.tex.hw.ac.uk facebook: /hwtextiles
image: Claire Cunningham
BA HONS FASHION
AIMEE PAGET
RUTH TREMMEL
Never Monday; a collection about embracing all things handcrafted and letting you inner child run riot. It is not about acting younger, but rather remembering how carefree you were as a child and allowing yourself to revisit that feeling. Future ambitions are to explore as many of the fashion fields as possible; design, photography, fashion journalism and illustration, with the hope of a career that combines them all. mobile: 07402423513 email: aimeepagetdesign@gmail.com website: http://issuu.com/aimeepagetfolio
‘Americana Dreams’ plays with ideas from 1950’s American subcultures; using silhouettes from the period and graphic influences from the Pop Art movement, the collection looks at the sugar coated American lifestyle. Ruth hopes to continue working with menswear and tailoring, with a view to starting her own business specialising in one-off bespoke pieces.
CLAIRE FRANCES CUNNINGHAM Derived from fallen architecture, destruction and desolation, Genesis is inspired by the notion of uprising in a post-apocalyptic landscape. Although initiated from abandon the collection focuses on re-birth of culture and nods towards the future with a layered, urban aesthetic which appeals across the gender divide. mobile: 07807215174 email: clairefrances92@hotmail.com
mobile: 07966382513 email: ruthtremmel@hotmail.com website: www.issuu.com/ruthtremmel
STACEY LOUISE MURPHY My 4th year graduate collection takes a look into the exposure of the red light district juxtaposing this with the art work of Franz Kline to inspire colour and print to create a 6 look collection for a provocative female. My future ambitions are to travel to as many places as possible and learn new and traditional skills along the way. I want to keep learning as a creative individual.
HILIORY MASON The aim behind my collection was a collaboration of different cultures, focusing on Japanese and Indian traditional clothing. Patterns and colour were created through screen-printing with metallic foils. Garments are free flowing and wrapped around the body. My future ambition, apply to Asos market place. Set up an online shop, selling my own collections. My dream is to sell to many parts of the world. mobile: 07530824214 email: hiliory@live.co.uk blog: backwardstitches.blogspot.co.uk
mobile: 07565362493 email: staceymurphy92@hotmail.co.uk website: http://www.pinterest.com/ staceymurphy88/
ROSALIND SHRINIVAS With the trend of Anonymity and obscuring your identity becoming prevalent in Fashion Photography and Styling, my Graduate collection tackles the question of: ‘Why are we attracted to Facelessness?’ My ultimate goal is to part of Maison Martin Margiela, Haider Ackermann or Ann Demeulemeester design team. mobile: 07793215974 email: rsshrinivas@gmail.com website: http://issuu.com/rshrinivas
BA HONS FASHION
SIOBHAN SLOAN
NADIA FERGUSON
Textural collection experimenting with different elements including knit, laser cutting and printing. Inspired by Birds and Baroque Ironwork. My ambition is to be a Teacher and I will be continuing my education further after the summer to train to be one.
In Order & Disarray: As we go about our daily lives, we become immune to the beauty that envelops our surroundings. ‘In Order & Disarray’ aims to explore the uniformly occurring phenomena known as fractals and how this manifests. mobile: 07944744291 email: Nadia_ferguson1@hotmail.com website: https://projeqt.com/nadiaferguson
mobile: 07880324141 email: siobhansloan@live.co.uk
MEGAN HAMILTON The collection “Futuristic Retro” draws inspiration from the 1960`s but by looking at what was once seen as “modern” during this decade. This idea of “recycling” previous trends from decades before and revolutionising them into something fresh and contemporary for this decade is the direction that has been taken for the new Autumn/Winter `14/15 collection “Futuristic Retro”, looking into the past to re-create for the future. mobile: 07557644586 email: meganhamilton1992@hotmail.com
COLEEN STEVENSON My final collection is based on a minimalist clean cut style. Digital print has been explored using digitally manipulated images, reflecting societies growing obsession with obscuring reality. I would like to work for a designer. From previous experience I would like to work in the production side of things mobile: 07855371195 email: coleenstevenson@hotmail.co.uk
JESSICA BURKE The aim of my honours year project was to create a functional yet beautiful collection for AW14/15 inspired by architecture from the city of Glasgow. In the future I hope to work internationally as womenswear designer for a high end fashion label such as Sportmax or ACNE Studios. mobile: 07730026434 email: jessica_burke@hotmail.co.uk blog: www.jessica-e-burke.tumblr.com
KIRSTY WEBSTER ‘Sistema Solare’is a colourful and textural collection influenced by the ambience and intricate development of our knowledge of the night sky. The garments provide maximum visual impact through the textiles and hand illustrated prints. I’ve had a lot of fun creating these pieces, and I hope you have a lot of fun seeing them! mobile: 07913836106 email: kirsty_webster@live.co.uk website: http://kirstywebster.tumblr.com/
BA HONS FASHION
PAMELA MCCALLUM
LAURA ATKINSON
My final year project involved creating a women’s sportswear collection. The project investigated participation of women in sport and aimed to inspire women to take up exercise. Technical considerations include water-resistant layers, as well as exclusively knitted fabric with cooling yarn to regulate body temperature. In the near-future, I hope to continue working in sports and outdoor wear. mobile: 07595492201 email: pamelamcc24@hotmail.com
The collection is based on how the libertines tortured the captured youths in 120 days of sodom from this there was a huge reference to traditional bondage which has also been a huge influence on the collection. From making the accessories in my collection I have now decided that I would like to go into making leather garments and accessories.
REBECCA DUGUID Shape shifter is inspired by digital processes such as photography and filters and takes inspiration from glitch art, distortion and illusion techniques. Future aspirations would be to become an independent designer after gaining years of valuable experience within the fashion industry. mobile: 07984221025 email: rebeccaduguid@hotmail.co.uk
mobile: 07966144559 email: laura_a_atkinson@hotmail.co.uk website: www.9tail.co.uk
SAMANTHA MCKINLAY Cosmic Royalty with a hint of mythology is the idea of this space inspired theme. It is a high-end, eveningwear collection aimed at women aged 25-35. As a designer I wish to design for a commercial retailer and share my creative ideas and skills with the fashion industry. mobile: 07846272103 email: SamanthaMckinlay@live.com
SIOBHAN THOMPSON My collection illustrates the story of the destruction of the Enchanted forest, portraying a journey from innocence in the enchanted forest to the destruction of the forest and ultimately the innocence it embodies. The story is revealed through the use of key fabrics, colour and most importantly digital print mobile: 07519527951 email: Siobhanthompson09@hotmail.com
CHRISTIANA PAPAZAFEIRIOU Taking inspiration from organic art formed naturally in our urban environment, ‘The Wall as a Canvas’ finds beauty in subjects we often overlook on a day-to-day basis. Inspiration for colour and texture is drawn from urban decay; specifically in subjects such as rust and dilapidated structures. mobile: 07462146099 email: christiana_001@hotmail.com website: https://projeqt.com/ christianapapazafeiriou
BA (HONS) DESIGN FOR TEXTILES (FASHION, INTERIOR, ART)
This programme is highly creative and designed to balance practice-based exploration, with appropriate theory and fabric design methodology, with fabric production techniques. It also aims to encourage independent learning in a professional creative manner. The programme introduces electives in Level 1 in Printed, Woven and Knitted Textiles; Level 2 in Constructed and Printed Textiles and a specialist elective in Level 3 from Printed, Woven or Knitted Textiles. The emphasis is fabric making, with a personal handwriting geared towards different practical outcomes, many with the involvement of recognised design studios and companies. The main market sectors covered are fashion fabrics, accessories, furnishing fabrics, wall covering, gallery pieces and surface pattern. Undergraduate Enquiries t: 01896 892156 f: 01896 756701 e: ugenquiries@tex.hw.ac.uk www.tex.hw.ac.uk facebook: /hwtextiles
image: Georgia Alice McLean
BA HONS DESIGN FOR TEXTILES (FASHION, INTERIOR, ART)
MADELINE RIDDELL
HANNAH PETTITT
Inspired by tribal patterns intermixed with optical illusion prints I create a clashing of patterns, which may overload a viewer’s visual senses. Created digitally with the use of details through screen-printing this collection is an intense explosion of colours and intricate kaleidoscopic-inspired ornamentation. Looking ahead to my career, I hope to use my experience at Heriot Watt to develop into a professional who can provide inspiring printed textiles for the industry. mobile: 07769322457 email: madelineriddell@gmail.com
After my recent trip to India, I drew inspiration from its rich amalgam of culture and heritage to create a collection of vibrant, contemporary stylized prints for the fashion industry In the future I would like to pursue my passion for textiles and become a designer mobile: 07800788710 email: hannahpettitt90@gmail.com website: http://hannahpettitt.tumblr.com/
KATHERINE AMY NACEY My inspiration for this project is organic botanical interiors. I incorporated repeat, colour ways, scale and layering to produce Wallpaper and upholstery fabrics for heavy duty and fluid satin fabrics. I enjoy painting and as a starting point have looked at botanical artists to develop my own tonal style. mobile: 07803708479 email: kat_1707@hotmail.co.uk
GEORGIA ALICE MCLEAN My collection was inspired by florals. Gathering research and taking my own painterly observations directly from my sketchbook into digital and screen print helped to bring my whole collection together. Creating prints that are inspiring and retaining the fluidity of my original sketches was something I kept in mind whilst producing this collection. I Hope to carry on drawing and designing prints to my heart’s content that one day these will be used for an established design company or quite possibly my own.
IMOGEN BROADBRIDGE Global cultural influences inspired my final collection of women’s fashion fabrics and trims for Spring Summer 2015. Graphic designs sit alongside intense patterns and exciting trims to give a bold statement for the modern woman and global traveller. My plan for the future is to work in creative buying to gain industry experience before owning my own woven design studio. mobile: 07846499972 email: imogenbroadbridge@yahoo.co.uk website: ImogenBroadbridge.com
mobile: 07528001555 email: Georgiamclean106@hotmail.co.uk
JANET IRONS My weaving is inspired by Cornish art work of the 1950’s and contemporary, urban Scandinavian design. The cloth has sculptural yet tactile qualities and a soft handle, for domestic interior solutions. I intend to weave cloth to create unique designs, and set up my own label. email: janetirons@yahoo.co.uk
BA HONS DESIGN FOR TEXTILES (FASHION, INTERIOR, ART)
JADE YARDLEY
RACHEL HOWARTH
My collection explores a handmade approach to making fabrics, using a variety of techniques to create a luxurious fashion mood. Influenced by Paisley, Art Nouveau and couture, I combine abstract textures and foregrounds with bold and fine motifs inspired by graffiti and buildings seen in New York.
A high-end interior collection inspired by colour gradients within modern, geometric architecture. With colour being at the forefront of the collection, the boundaries of dyeing and printing techniques were pushed to achieve beautiful colour blends and complex mixes of striped pattern. I wish to expand my skills in the textile industry and one day, start my own business to create interior collections of printed textiles.
mobile: 07805384281 email: Jadey.kinns@gmail.com blog: jadeykinns.wordpress.com
LUCIE MILLAR Informed by surf trips around Scotland my collection focuses on yarn selection that benefits the wearer. Drawing from personal experience my aim was to create authentic textiles for apparel that meets the needs of female cold water surfers pre and post surf. mobile: 07747438539 email: luciemillar@gmail.com website: ecosie.wordpress.com
mobile: 07857409837 email: rachel.howarth@hotmail.co.uk website: www.rachelhowarth.co.uk
JESSIE GROWDEN For this project, I have been inspired by Icelandic knitwear and yoked garments. I used laser cut fluorescent perspex and printed silk to create my collection of jewellery, fabrics, and garments that lie between them. Bright summery colours bring a fresh, clean look to the collection. mobile: 07472696523 email: jessie.growden@me.com website: www.jessieblogsstuff.tumblr.com
LAUREN CAREY BRETT A collection of knitted fabric for women’s wear spring summer 2015. Inspired by modern architecture and the facades of buildings from the 1960s through to 1980s alongside personal photography, this collection explores unconventional shapes and suggested garment ideas. Fresh, feminine and exciting compositions are created through contemporary use of colour. The unique assembly of panels make up suggestive knitwear for a modern, stylish and distinctive woman. I aspire to go on learning, creating and working. mobile: 07709288891 website: www.laurencareybrett.co.uk
LAURA RICHARDSON My final collection focuses on experimenting and playing with the boundaries of print for the menswear market. It primarily portrays illustrative print motifs that juxtapose with different elements such as geometrics to produce a new wave of print ideas for the young male market. My future intentions are to work in a studio producing prints for either interiors or fashion, with the ultimate dream of opening my own studio. email: Richardsonlaura1@googlemail.com website: Richardsonlaura1.wordpress.com
BA HONS DESIGN FOR TEXTILES (FASHION, INTERIOR, ART)
NILUFAR ISLAM
HANNAH GRANT
Beauty in Bloom is a modern interpretation of garden roses which takes inspiration from vintage botanical illustrations and archival interior designs. The subtle and painterly florals have a romantic and dreamy feel, with soft colours highlighted by popping saturated tones. As a textile designer I like telling a story through my designs and taking people into a world of floral dreams. In the future I hope to become an established Textile Designer, best known and acknowledged for my use of beautiful and intricate floral and bird designs. mobile: 07842099542 email: Nilufar_jessie@live.co.uk
Inspired by textures, movement of colour and blocks, my collection explores ways of translating these into my menswear fabrics, through combining knit structures with space dyed yarn. Dip dying the yarn allowed me to develop fabrics that display interesting colour ways together with a graphic element. mobile: 07794454393 email: hannahgrant34@gmail.com
SHAUNNA YOUNGSON My collection is an illustrated life on the farm. Through a series of multi surface narrative prints I explore all areas of the theme. My work features hand painted illustrations given a printed feel to them by a series of layering techniques. After graduation I hope to work in a studio environment for surface pattern. mobile: 07522698563 email: shaunna308@yahoo.co.uk website: www.shaunnayoungson.com
BECCA SKEOCH My collection is my own interpretation of Scandinavian design. I have created a range of knitted home ware samples with light and wooden Nordic interiors in mind. Throughout out my designs I have tried to instill the Danish concept of hygge and named the project the ‘Varmr Collection’. mobile: 07850243437 email: Beccas92@hotmail.co.uk
LUCY MACDONALD “I have combined digitally printed designs with a variety of woven structures and a mix of man-made and natural yarns. Fabrics printed before and after construction, create an innovative and interesting interior textile collection. With a Scandinavian theme, repeated geometric patterns are developed from original photographic images, portraying oxidation, corrosion and peeling paint.” mobile: 07717314506 email: l.h.m@outlook.com
STACEY ETIEVE The project is based on a moment in time that cannot be brought back. Inspired by Jan Kath’s work, I set myself on a journey to discover how to create a worn look to my pattern making. After an internship with Heriot Watt, being a technical printer is a dream career, however sales and teaching are also appealing. mobile: 07508187595 email: Setieve.36@gmail.com
BA HONS DESIGN FOR TEXTILES (FASHION, INTERIOR, ART)
CHRISTINA TAIT
AMY NOBLE
“Inspired by double exposure photography this project has employed a number of processes such as projection, digital print, embossing and laser etching to combine with my original photographs. This has created a series of striking and intriguing fabrics. After university I wish to establish myself in a creative role within the fashion industry and I see this collection as springboard to achieving my goal.” mobile: 07864049900 email: cristinatait@hotmail.co.uk
‘’Drawing inspiration from old photographs, I evoke feelings of nostalgia in my own prints by experimenting with collage techniques, colour and tone. I wanted to create a collection that could belong in a modern space whilst complimenting a more vintage style. In the future I hope to have a fulfilling career in the textile industry.’’
HANNAH BRAMALL The way impressionist artists use light and marks to create their masterpieces has been the starting point for my sketchbook and final fabrics looking at gardens and nature. I have produced a tranquilly colourful collection of interior woven fabrics. My future aspiration is to become a textile designer and to keep producing beautiful woven fabrics. mobile: 07983616266 email: hannah-bramall@outlook.com website: www.facebook.com/HannahsBotanicals blog: www.hannahs-botanicals.blogspot.co.uk/
mobile: 07784530451 email: amy.noble91@hotmail.co.uk website: amieeenoble.wordpress.com
AMY GAIR
CHARLENE DOMINICK Using the Business District of London as inspiration and its surrounding architecture, Urban Explorer is a contemporary collection capturing the spirit of modern Britain. Traditional woven fabrics are being reworked with a combination of screen and digital print, as a way of portraying the change in society and menswear fashion over the past 100 years. email: charlene.dominick@live.com twitter: @charlene_dom
A collection of dobby and jacquard woven fabrics inspired by Shetlands northern identity. Capturing the movement of line, colour and geometric shape from my own mixed media artworks and the location of Shetland, the collection combines these aspects with traditional woven fabric qualities, such as herringbones, twills and checks and the use of 100% Shetland wool, lambswool and merino. The final collection brings together influences from Shetland, traditional Scottish fabric qualities and linear aspects of Scandinavian design. In the future, as a long term plan I hope to set up my own textile label. mobile: 07818504542 email: amy_gair@hotmail.co.uk website: amygair.wordpress.com
NICOLE SCOTT Collection of woven fabrics for interiors aimed at the top end of the market. Inspiration came from optical and kaleidoscopic images. I create eye catching fabrics through graphic and geometric patterns. I look forward to a career in such an exciting and constantly changing industry. mobile: 07773715191 email: nicole.1006@hotmail.co.uk
BA HONS DESIGN FOR TEXTILES (FASHION, INTERIOR, ART)
SARAH BARKER
ERIN YOUNG
My final Collection has been inspired by pattern and composition within architecture, using my local surroundings. The shapes and patterns created when the original image is distorted, repeated or cut and replaced in a new order. I used this imagery to influence the composition and knit stitches with specific experimentation in graphic geometric patterns and the incorporation of a sheer element into my work.
My collection is an exploration of hand drawing and drawing through crochet and stitch to produce a selection of intricate fabrics aimed for upmarket children’s wear. Using inspiration from found objects; crockery, lace, ribbon, I create patterns and designs. In many of my samples the use of crochet, print and then stitch shows my personality through my work, as the whole piece is hand crafted by me. Once graduating I would like to continue my self expression through textiles.
email: sarah_barker_13@hotmail.co.uk
SALLY ADKIN ‘Inspired by iridescent qualities and unfamiliar textures found in found in sea life, my graduate collection is a woven exploration of unusual surfaces designed for couture fashion. Combining polypropylene alongside other unconventional yarns, my fabrics are intended to intrigue the viewer to take a closer look and to question how they are made.’ mobile: 07709807645 email: sally_adkin@hotmail.com
mobile: 07733090657 email: erinyxz@googlemail.com website: erinyoung.co.uk blog: erinx--x.blogspot.co.uk
RACHEL LOCHHEAD My project considers up-cycling denim clothing combined with knitted panels. I have also developed knitted pieces which mimic denim, the purpose of which is to reduce negative environmental impacts caused by denim production. The sustainable field is something I wish to be involved in further following graduation.
MAIRI MORRISON MACLEOD I take inspiration from drawing and painting in sketchbooks as well as trend research and traditional weaves that are given a contemporary twist for the modern man. I use the dobby and jacquard looms to translate artwork into a fun collection of fashion fabrics with a focus on mark making and implied texture, through my use of colour, yarn type and finishing effects such as foiling on or brushing the finished fabric. mobile: 07871063226 email: justmairi@yahoo.co.uk
mobile: 07843193265 email: rachybell@gmail.com website: http://rachybell.wordpress.com/
SILVIA VARCOVA My vision is to accomplish soulful fabrics with the use of elements of traditional Slovak garb together with a strong foundation of Scottish heritage. This combination expresses my bursting imagination. My aim is to develop knitwear into something more sculptured and beautiful. mobile: 07462132150 email: syl_side@yahoo.com
BA HONS DESIGN FOR TEXTILES (FASHION, INTERIOR, ART)
CHELSEA COLMAN It was important to me that my collection was tactile and both practical and functional. My Focus was on a contemporary colour palette and I drew inspiration from my Scottish coastal surroundings combined with a work placement at BEGG & co. a weaving mill in Ayrshire. I see myself working in the textile industry for a global company whilst still expressing my creativity through my own work. mobile: 07786630668 email: Chelseabun06@hotmail.com website: chelseaagnes.tumblr.com
MHAIREAD CONNOLLY This menswear collection is looking at the leisurewear market. My fabrics are inspired by the erratic movements in ECG and seismograph readings. My colour scheme has taken inspiration from the clashing colours found in Budapest’s architecture. My use of merino and natural fibres has added a sportswear feel and luxury to my collection. mobile: 07817103646 email: mhairead.connolly@gmail.com
BA (HONS) FASHION MARKETING & RETAILING The Fashion Marketing and Retail programme combines fashion management and marketing with a retail specific focus. Designed to give students a comprehensive grounding in the principles of management theory, the programme aims to equip students with a good range of retail management skills focusing in particular on promoting self-management, team building and the management of projects, events and people. The programme is professionally relevant and provides the educational base to meet the current and future needs of the fashion industry at different levels as well as providing commercial awareness through linked industrial projects. In the final years, students are able to look at retail management from a more strategic perspective as well as study global trends which impact the industry. Finally, the students will undertake a major research project on a management related topic and at the same time develop skills of investigation, evaluation, analysis and decision-making. Undergraduate Enquiries t: 01896 892156 f: 01896 756701 e: ugenquiries@tex.hw.ac.uk www.tex.hw.ac.uk facebook: /hwtextiles
image: Tatiana Cockburn Aldana, Stephanie Bain, Annie Hall, Zoe McArthur, Alix Picken
BA HONS FASHION MARKETING & RETAILING
JENNIFER HELEN FINLEY What are you ambitions for the future? Over last summer I interned at Edinburgh branch of Harvey Nichols with the Display team and luckily was given a chance to return to help with the Christmas display from this I was offered a position within the team. I plan to continue their for the moment to develop my skills and gain more knowledge then hopefully move branch or to another company and go into the head office/management side of Visual Merchandising. During my time at Heriot Watt I have gained skills in Photography and I have worked with a local company, Murray Hogarth, I hope to carry on my photography on the side. What was the topic of your final year dissertation? I based my dissertation on Visual Merchandising and it was entitled The Strategic Choice between Centralising the Visual Merchandising Function versus the Decentralisation of the Management Function. mobile: 07837392981 email: jhfinley14@gmail.com website: www.jhfinleyphotography.co.uk
JACOBS WELL Jacobs Well was a live collabrotive project between Fashion Marketing & Retailing and Fashion Communication. imagery: Tatiana Cockburn Aldana Stephanie Bain Annie Hall Zoe McArthur Alix Picken
BA (HONS) INTERIOR DESIGN The Interior Design programme provides students the opportunity to develop their creative and artistic talent. Throughout the programme, students are educated in design awareness, ability and critique, method construction and the technical characteristics required to advance a career in the vast and complex industry of interior design. From third year, students are exposed to a higher level of interior design industry experience through a broad range of projects, competitions and collaborations to further devlop their skill set and knowledge base. Finally students control their final year topic and channel the direction of their own project, which forms the main body of work for the BA (Hons) degree. A full interior project of work is researched, designed and produced alongside an academic evaluative report. Upon graduation, students can pursue a range of careers and roles within the interior design industry and its related areas. Undergraduate Enquiries t: 01896 892156 f: 01896 756701 e: ugenquiries@tex.hw.ac.uk www.tex.hw.ac.uk facebook: /hwtextiles
image: Laura Comerford
BA HONS INTERIOR DESIGN
LYNSEY SHEDDEN
LAURA COMERFORD
The challenge was to transform a decaying building into a luxury boutique hotel. 2492 buildings are currently at risk in Scotland alone. 1453 buildings were saved and 429 buildings were demolished. This project takes me through my journey of transforming Gosford Estate Stables into a luxury boutique hotel, its challenges and its inspirations.
The creation of a new wave intimate gigging experience comprised of 3 stage set ups. The audience is invited to follow the artist through an industrial raw setting without the placement of barriers. The audience is consumed by the artist and their music differently at every stage of the voyage” email: lauracomerford92@aol.com
mobile: 07795493687 email: lynseyshedden@msn.com
ANNE RAE ‘The Unenchanted House’, my own home, has been an opportunity for me to explore many aspects of Interior Design from the architectural, material and creative to the more subjective, sensory and philosophical. This project has evolved autobiographically as my house quickly became a topical metaphor for myself. email: info@bordersfiddlegroup.org.uk
HANNAH FORD Through this project I have explored the concept of identity and belonging and whether design can contribute to a feeling of being “home” to a homeless person. By providing a sense of ownership and facilitating the rebuilding of lost skills, can a building play host to a process of reintegration back into the community? email: hsfordie@gmail.com
GEMMA HAWCROFT My design proposal is to convert the temperate palm house located in Edinburgh’s botanical gardens into a music exhibition designed for inner city children. The combination of music and nature will help to promote a sense of healthy living and increase overall well-being, whilst being an escape from their everyday lives. email: gemmahawcroft1982@yahoo.co.uk
RAFFAELE GRECO The Hotel Zina offers a new experience to the Salento area visitors. Thanks to the enchanting beauty of the surrounding nature, the hotel Zina is the place where to reconnect with nature and relax. email: raffaelegreco101@gmail.com UK Phone number: 0044 (0) 7595913687 IT Phone number: 0039 334 8626311 Italy fixed line: 0039 0836 947035
MA FASHION & TEXTILES DESIGN MA / MSC FASHION & TEXTILES INNOVATION & NEW APPLICATIONS MSC FASHION TEXTILES MANAGEMENT The portfolio of Masters courses at the School of Textiles and Design encompasses every aspect of fashion and textile design, production and management. MA and MSc students choose a personal project proposal, which they work through all year. In semesters 1 and 2 students are taught courses in design thinking, practice, contextual studies, industry and management before focusing on their own projects in semester 3. The School has an unrivalled suite of workshops including knit (domestic, industrial V bed and shima), weave (jacquard and dobby looms), print (screen and digital), dye, laser, clothing and embroidery to enable innovation and expertise in the field of textiles and fashion. Postgraduate Enquiries t: 01896 892156 f: 01896 756701 e: pgenquiries@tex.hw.ac.uk www.tex.hw.ac.uk facebook: /hwtextiles
image: Adrienne Kerr
MA FASHION & TEXTILES DESIGN MA / MSC FASHION & TEXTILES INNOVATION & NEW APPLICATIONS MSC FASHION TEXTILES MANAGEMENT
ADRIENNE KERR
MARIA SILIES
My work explores the use of letterforms connected to the textile process from concept to finished structure and how I can express these words such as “Scribble” and “Embellish” through the manipulation of various print methods, textural surface treatments and stitch. My desire is to use the skills I have built up for a career in fashion or interior accessories.
Upcycling pre-consumer, textile waste. The research topic for my Master’s dissertation is up-cycling tartan remnants. The project explores the opportunities and limitations designing with Scottish heritage surplus and transforming it into desirable and unique fabrics, suitable for accessories and fashion. My future plans are to work as a textile designer in the fashion industry.
email: adrienne@blackwidowsilks.co.uk
email: info@mariasilies.de
EMMANOUELA PROUNTZOU My project is about textiles for interior spaces. I use origami and other folding and bending techniques, to experiment how fabrics are manipulated and to create a 3-Dimensional structure. My future ambition is to work as an interior designer, using fabrics as a fundamental material to define and create interior spaces. mobile: 07523108457 email: emprountzou@gmail.com
CHRISTINA CHARLTON This project is an exploratory study into the recent surge of fashion retailers bringing clothing manufacturing back to the UK. A look at what the consumer wants from their fashion purchases in an attempt to question the sustainability of British clothing manufacturing. uture ambitions are to work within fashion merchandising. email: christinacharlton@hotmail.co.uk
SHAOHU LUO Fashion on mobile: investigate the effectiveness of a mobile app in relation to luxury brands consumptions in China. There is and there will be more fashion industries’ revenue relies on mobile and internet marketing as the development of technology. Author is going to investigate the effectiveness of mobile apps in relation to luxury brands consumptions in China. The research topic is why people would have impulse behaviours toward to luxury goods consumptions and investigate the specific consumer motivations. email: Shaohu1989@live.cn
TING GUO Due to the reasons such as culture difference, government policies, purchasing power and vintage awareness, there is a big difference between Chinese and European vintage markets. My project is to explore the future development of the vintage market in China as well as to investigate how to improve this sector. email: peggy-gt@hotmail.com
MA FASHION & TEXTILES DESIGN MA / MSC FASHION & TEXTILES INNOVATION & NEW APPLICATIONS MSC FASHION TEXTILES MANAGEMENT
JENNIFER SCHÜCKHAUS
SONGHWA CHAE
The project aims to find out in what ways consumers are influenced by the increasing reports about poor working conditions, how they evaluate information given by the companies, if they would be interested in gaining more information and which media would be suitable for communicating this information.
The development of smart materials has the potential to alter the way performance costumes are utilised. Stage lighting is important for conveying the mood on stage to an audience and it also affects the appearance of costumes. Therefore, this project aims to experiment using reflective films offering new applications for costumes.
email: jennyschueckhaus@gmx.de
email: sh.s.chae@gmail.com
RUIJUAN REN “Ship of fools” is the topic of a garment collection based on several collages designed for digital print. The garments will combine digitally printed fabric and leather that include two methods of leather craft: leather carving and composite leather’s scraps to express 3D effect.
DANCHAO MAO Cashmere as luxury raw material can make garment, scarf and furniture. China on the other hand, is a country known for its production of cashmere raw materials. Although the export quality of cashmere in China is still of good quality, it lacks a mature luxury brand of cashmere with international recognition of its own. Thus, the article will research development potential of fashion luxury cashmere brand in China. email: maomao.0810@163.com
CORA SOPHIE GRIESEL “Marketing Sustainable Textile Innovation” My Master’s project is about the marketing of sustainable textile innovations. I have collected information about sustainable innovative companies, their products and marketing strategies. Having compared them, I will work out the differences as well as similarities. The final outcome of my thesis will be a universal sustainable business plan. email: csg30@hw.ac.uk; aohiku@yahoo.de
YULIN LEI The aim of my project is to develop a mini collection of multi-functional ready-to-wear that specializes in structural changes. The collection is inspired by a kind of microbe called diatoms under microscope, of which the idiographic shape and pattern can be used in paper pattern and colour of garment design. email: cestyulin@gmail.com
MA FASHION & TEXTILES DESIGN MA / MSC FASHION & TEXTILES INNOVATION & NEW APPLICATIONS MSC FASHION TEXTILES MANAGEMENT
UPASANA AGRAWAL As sustainability has became increasingly important, my project is all about embellishing discarded garments using Shibori to give them a new life. The resist dye technique is created when fabric is tied before dyeing to create different patterns. email: Upasana2512@gmail.com
WENER SHEN The name of my project is Design Floral Fashion In an Emotional Way with Thermochromism. Some research states that our temperature rises when we are sad or angry, giving potential to the use of thermochromic inks in fashion. email: s.wener@hotmail.com
BSC (HONS) FASHION TECHNOLOGY The programme combines a wide range of clothing and fashion-related studies, skills and practice to ensure the success and commerciality of products. The strong professional focus provides a balance of creativity and product development knowledge through technology, production management and marketing. This provides the fundamental basis for a wide range of careers within the clothing and fashion industry. Industrial focused projects develop a broad range of essential skills, whilst simultaneously developing a management, communication and analytical approach to provide a contemporary commercial awareness. An optional additional year in industry provides a diploma on completion of the Honours year. Undergraduate Enquiries t: 01896 892156 f: 01896 756701 e: ugenquiries@tex.hw.ac.uk www.tex.hw.ac.uk facebook: /hwtextiles
image: Craig Anderson
BSC HONS FASHION TECHNOLOGY
IONA MCLOONE
CRAIG ANDERSON
The re-invention of the little black dress for the 5 main body shapes is an idea that allowed me to design the dresses following the rules of visual balance creating the perfect fit for each specific shape. In the future I see myself potentially in the garment technology field.
My collection has focused on using an androgynous design aesthetic in order to create an innovative and unique menswear collection. In the future I would hope to gain experience by working within the fashion industry before setting up my own label and making a name for myself.
mobile: 07527860610 email: ionamcloone@hotmail.co.uk
email: classic_disaster@hotmail.co.uk
SARAH LOUISE LOVE My final year project looked at the worlds of fashion and architecture and the ways in which they both collide. Buildings and structures such as the Empire State Building, have been re-created through the garments in this collection. I would love one day to be recognised for my work and given a larger platform with which to showcase it. mobile: 07850354446 email: sarah.love.645@gmail.com
SACHA LOUISE RAESIDE I designed a full latex collection that is inspired by two different eras --16th century and 21st fetish industry. The aim was to create garments that made women look beautiful and feel powerful. Future ambitions: I would love nothing more than to have my own business designing and creating latex garments. mobile: 07854505405 email: sacharaeside@icloud.com
STEPHANIE DUNKEL I have created a five piece collection of extravagant dresses that have been treated with microencapsulation to create fragrant fashion. I have loved studying fashion and would be enthusiastic about pursuing any path in the fashion industry, favourably creating a successful brand of my own. mobile: 07791356502 email: Stephaniedunkel23@gmail.com
NICOLA BURNS This Dreamy collection consists of contemporary pieces with a vintage influence. Allowing the wearer to be versatile through wearing reversible garments that create completely different looks while remaining sustainable. 100% organic cotton and thread, vintage/ 2nd hand fabrics and vintage fastenings, is used allowing this collection to be as close to 100% sustainable. mobile: 07932638338 email: Nburns1989@hotmail.co.uk website: www.facebook.com/ nickerbockergloryfashion
BSC HONS FASHION TECHNOLOGY
DEBBIE ALLISON
CIJI DUNCAN
This final collection consists of ten playful and slightly quirky garments, and is made from sustainably sourced and environmentally conscious materials. Colourful embroidery has been incorporated into the design to emphasise that sustainable and environmentally friendly lingerie can be fashionable. My future ambitions are to work within fashion buying/merchandising.
The garments incorporate the smell (through microencapsulation), colour and silhouette of flowers. There is also a hint of 1950’s style. I would like to work as a Garment Technologist. After this I hope to do a masters and PHD, potentially moving into researching future technology for fashion mobile: 07817912480 email: cijiduncan@gmail.com
mobile: 07446269234 email: debbieallison91@gmail.com
EMMA REID I developed a contemporary capsule collection to aid independent dressing for women with movement and/ or dexterity limitations. My long term goal is to develop my own label, however after six years of hard work I would like to keep my options open and see what opportunities the future brings. mobile: 07784502043 email: EmmaReid_91@hotmail.co.uk
STEPHANIE MORAN The collection is inspired by the fashion revolution of the 60’s, it includes garment types, silhouettes and fabrics that were directly influenced by this period although in a modern and commercial way. Pattern cutting is something that I really enjoy; hopefully I will develop my skills further in the future. mobile: 07813117674 email: morans2002@hotmail.com
HANNAH BROWNLIE My final year project aims to bridge the gap between high fashion and high street in regards to origami inspired design. This collection is aimed to pave the way for origami’s entrance into the market through the use of pleating and prints inspired by designer Peter Pilotto. My future ambitions are to practise as a garment technologist but I am currently working in visual merchandising. mobile: 07930111320 email: hannahbrownie1992@gmail.com blog: broonylou.blogspot.com
FIONA JAYNE BRUCE An interchangeable holiday capsule wardrobe fitting within a 5kg cabin bag. These 10 technically lightweight garments (average UK size 16) weigh only 0.56kg and provide outfits for a week long beach holiday including an allowance for personal belongings. Future: Develop current skills working within the fashion industry and have fun. mobile: 07890055970 email: fionabruce_92@hotmail.com
BSC HONS FASHION TECHNOLOGY
ABBIE SPENCE
PETER GILCHRIST
My final year project involved creating a women’s sportswear collection. The project investigated participation of women in sport and aimed to inspire women to take up exercise. Technical considerations include water-resistant layers, as well as exclusively knitted fabric with cooling yarn to regulate body temperature. In the near-future, I hope to continue working in sports and outdoor wear. mobile: 07767601560 email: spenceac22@gmail.com
Elvena is a Stage-wear collection which looks at the story of a young Russian girl who ascended to royalty. I plan on launching a womenswear line next year and expanding my current menswear company, Marvellous Mischief. I’ll settle for unbridled success, but I’m aiming for world domination. mobile: 07800651595 email: sales@marvellousmischief.com website: www.marvellousmischief.com
CHARLOTTE ANN SPIERS The project takes a closer look into child labour in the fashion industry and how vulnerable people are exploited to provide the UK high street with the latest trends. In terms of my future and I hope to apply for positions in buying and merchandising with an ethical brand. mobile: 07875319571 email: charlotte_a_spiers@hotmail.co.uk
JOSIE MERRY The Wave: Inspired by the undulating rock formations and patterns found in the Arizona desert, I created a luxury womanswear collection combining my skills in print, knit and fashion technology. Through my study of the environmental impacts of fibre processing, the collection utilises fibres which are truly environmentally friendly. mobile: 07851500204 email: josiemerry@hotmail.co.uk
LAOISE MCCAUGHEY My honours project was an investigation into the sexualisation of clothing for girls aged between seven and fourteen. In the future I hope to work in the area of fashion buying, and some day hopefully own my own retail shop. mobile: 07807271080 email: laoisemccaughey@hotmail.com
MELISSA ZOFIA DEVINE Harris Tweed and McQueen were my main inspirations for my final year project. Both these iconic institutions were the motivation to create a luxurious and sustainable collection. In the future I hope to carry on designing and creating contemporary Harris Tweed garments which fuse tradition with style. mobile: 07533891992 email: abigailfashioncom@gmail.com blog: backstabbersandqueenbees.tumblr.com
BSC HONS FASHION TECHNOLOGY
SARAH THOMSON In my final year I designed a collection of evening gowns using a mixture of organic and synthetic fabrics. A lot was learnt this year and I feel prepared for the future. I am due to begin full time with a bespoke bridal studio after graduation. mobile: 07889897402 email: sarahthomson93@hotmail.com
SCHOOL OF TEXTILES & DESIGN INDUSTRIAL PARTNERS Zambian Government Bute Fabrics Todd & Duncan Tigerprint Johntsons of Elgin Dhu performance cashmere Moira McLeod International Camden Town Unlimited Modeconnect.com Jacobs Well Gunsgreen House Harvey Nichols SAMH (Scottish Association for Mental Health) Jaggy Nettle Edinburgh International Science Festival
SCHOOL OF TEXTILES & DESIGN COMPETITION SUCCESES BEMZ furnishing fabric – UK winner Design for Textiles student Nilufer Islam design was chosen as the UKs representative for the 2014 BEMZ design award. Nilifars furnishing fabric design “a birds tale “ was voted for by almost 6000 people and her winning textile design is being made available for purchase from the end of May. The design is now in production as a Bemz textile product, alongside designers including Marimekko and Designers Guild, within the extensive Bemz range of colours and patterns. Society of Dyers & Colourists – Regional Winner The School hosted the regional heat of the SDC completion. The brief this year was to demonstrate the creative, imaginative and original use of colour in either fashion or textiles’. 3rd year Design for Textiles student Anja Alexandersdottir was chosen as the regional winner & will go on to represent Scotland in the UK final. Modeconnect.com – Finalist Fashion Communication student Fraser Moodie has been shortlisted for fashion graduate of the year in a competition organized through modeconnect.com open to graduating fashion students worldwide. Worshipful Company of Framework Knitters Student Bursary Award Final Year design for Textiles student Silvia Varcova was awarded a bursary from the framework knitters to help develop her final year collection.
SCHOOL OF TEXTILES & DESIGN WOULD LIKE TO THANK The Scottish Borders Manufacturers’ Corporation The Worshipful Company of Dyers of the City of London Incorporation of Bonnetmakers and Dyers of Glasgow The Worshipful Company of Woolmen of the City of London The Federation of Small Businesses The Incorporation of Bonnetmakers and Dyers of Edinburgh Lenzing Fibres Limited Ede and Ravenscroft James Charles Hogarth John Neill The Federation of Small Businesses (Scottish Borders Branch)
In memory of Lesley Lindsay
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