koye olugbenle
E19CP YEAR 3 B.A FASHION HERRIOT WATT UNIVERSITY
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tached a/w 2016
‘Between the idea And the reality Between the motion And the act Falls the Shadow’ - T.S Eliot (The Hollow Men) My A/W ‘16 collection De-Tached, is inspired by the abridged poem from The Hollow Men, by T.S Eliot. Exploring the space (juxtaposition of) between the light and the dark, the movements of the detached shadow, an entity in its own right, the flow of the pas de deux, leaping and twirling to the beat of their hearts. The graceful lines and the compelling silhouettes created by their corporeal forms. Faster and faster they race for the crescendo, pushing past the boundaries and limits of their bodies until they are able to gather themselves and listen to their hearts thudding loudly in the silence. The woman who wears my collection has an ease with which she wears it. Never over or underwhelmed, her effortlessness shines through. Silently intense, she radiates confidence which comes from knowing that care and thought went into what she is wearing. She is aware of the cuts and detailing just as one is aware of a raining sky. The colour palette for this collection is predominantly black interspersed with the shades Jet, Onyx, Licorice and Eerie. The collection explores the contrast of shapes, not unlike the Shadow, with sharp tailoring and exaggerated silhouettes inspired by contemporary dances and the softness that is the Shadow. With fabrics inspired by braille, raised and textured surfaces are the focal point. Ultra sheer fabrics creating shade and movement. Disparity and dichotomy is the order of the day for a De-Tached woman, and she is fabulously content with that.
Kóyè O.
FABRIC BOARD
Black Silk Crepe Back Satin
Black Lightweight Cotton Brocade
Black Silk Chiffon
Black Wool Double Knit Jersey
Black Polyester Crepe
Dark Brown Wool Felt
INSPIRATION
This project was based on LACE and inspired the collection
To me, Lace is lines intertwined and so intricately detailed up close, but exudes deceptive simplicity. What happens when you distort that PERFECTION? What happens when there is no ORDER? CHAOS on a grand scale? Will the lines FLOW? Graceful like a ballerina? Or billow out like ink drops in water? What will.
Metallic Black Floral Guipure Lace
‘Galaxies forming along filaments, like droplets along the strands of a spider’s web” @ 2009 by Tomas Saraceno (Argentinian artist) Made of elastic ropes.
INSPIRATION
INSPIRATION
Inspired by dance and shadow play. -Marbling -Ink drops in water -Fluidity
Stand work. Cut out and folded piece of paper. -repetition -symmetry
Inspired by dance and shadow play. -Marbling -Ink drops in water -Fluidity
A captured moment filled with motion and energy. Solid lines Fragile yet strong
SILHOUETTE
SAMPLES
THOUGHTS BOARD
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ENGLISH ECCENTRICS GRACE AND MABEL
L : URBAN
Rebel is more than a brand, it is a lifestyle. Our s/s 2015 collection, IDENTITY, is created for the sporty girl who loves clean lines and minimalism whilst keeping true to the essence of who she is. Purism in its nomcore form. Inspired by the girl who isn’t a trend follower or who is defined by fashion but rather someone who defines her fashion. With boxy silhouettes and straight lines, she is ensured maximum comfort and style. The colour palette for this collection is mainly neutral colours, white, black and grey which are accentuated by scuba blue and strawberry ice. This collection explores the using shapes in intricate and in a minimalistic way. With piping details, cut outs and sheer panels, there is something for everyone in the collection. At Rebel, we care about the environment, and our clothes are made from nature-friendly and upcycled materials. With fabrics like textured leather, silk organza, vinyl, ( jersey?) and mesh, our customers can be assured of comfort and quality whilst being sympathetic to the environment.
Rebel. Dare to be You.
Name: Chloe Parker Age: 22 Lives: East London. Lives in a flatshare with friends. Relationship status: Single Education: Recent graduate. BA (Hons) Photojournalism and Documentary Photography (LCE) Occupation: Journalist in a fashion magazine (Grazia) Annual Income: ÂŁ15,000 - ÂŁ20,000 Style: Experimental, modern, sporty,minimalist. Lifestyle: Concerts, music festivals, galleries, travelling, auctions, sports (zumba + yoga + running) Favourite Designers: Alexander Wang, Chloe, Celine, Yoji Yamamoto Stores: Urban outfitters, Nike, Topshop, Adidas, flea markets, thrift stores.
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DIVERSITY NOW
ALL WALKS BEYOND
D THE CATWALK
My S/S 2015 collection, Helix, is inspired by the diversity that is humanity and the very basis of diversity - The DNA. Inspired by sports luxe whilst drawing structural influences from the DNA, this collection is a fusion both worlds yeilding ‘Futuristic Minimalism’. With fabrics like spacer and linen, the wearer is assured the utmost comfort whilst staying fashion forward. The colour palette for this collection is bold and includes Cyan Blue, Glacier Grey and Fiery Red. Helix is for the woman that is not restricted by the constraints of the society and is aware of herself as an individual.
DOUBLE HELIX BINARY CODING
DNA CODING
BACKBONE OF LIFE
DNA MARKERS
INDIVIDUALITY
SEPARATE
DNA IS A PUZZLE
BROKEN BONDS
DISPERSE
OVER LAP
RE- ATTACHED
SILHOUETTE CURVES - DNA SHAPE
EXAGGERATED
ABSTRACT
SHARP ANGLES AND CURVES
FABRIC SWATCHES
LINEN
SPACER
POLYESTER
FABRIC IDEAS
Wine Solid Faux Suede Whisper White Solid Vinyl With Perforated Squares
Maroon Silk Satin
Khaki Solid Faux Leather/ Vinyl
Face Organza
DESIGN DEVELOPMENTS
FRONT
BACK
FRONT
BACK
K贸y猫 O. 2015
ENGLISH
ECCENTRICS
THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS Koye for Grace & Mabel take a step through the glass into the galaxies, whilst looking back at the cape which inspired this collection. The dome shape of the cape, influenced by the streamlined silhouette which brings to mind the space shuttles and the need for speed. With impeccable tailoring and contemporary silhouette, the collection has a fututistic edge whilst keeping it in the present. The colour palette is a minimal slic of the explosive colours of the galaxy, ranging from the dark blue/blacks to the bleeding purples and greens with bone white as an accent colour.
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SILHOUETTE
Inspired by Victorian capes and the kaleidoscope that is nature.
Exaggerated silhouette.
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RE RE
RE-CYCLE RE-INVENT RE-
E
My A/W 2015 collection, ....., tells the story of a Russian princess who lived in the Victorian times and got sucked into a time machine, bringing her into the 21st Century. Inspired by the ornate garments of the Russian royalty and the neck ruffles of the Tudors which led into an exploration of surface and textile manipulation With delicate handstitched pieces as well as durable and structured pieces, this collection is a balanced offering to the modern woman. The colour palette for this collection is vibrant with colours ranging from rich purples to intense oxblood to the pale shaes of ivory. Designed for the confident woman who loves luxurious garments and fabric and isn’t afraid to show her rather eclectic style.
- Kóyè O.
COLOUR BOARD
FABRIC BOARD
I t a l i a n B l a c k S o l i d Wo o l B l e n d
Italian Black Olive Silk Chiffon
Theor y Birch Speckled
S t r e t c h C o t t o n Tw i l l
G a r n e t S o l i d Po l y e s t e r M i c r o Ve l v e t
B l a c k a n d B r o w n F l o r a l C o t t o n Ve l v e t e e n
INSPIRATION
TEXTURE
TEXTURE
DIGITAL MANIPULATION OF SAMPLES
DIGITAL MANIPULATION OF SAMPLES
Draped piece of calico on a stand.
Sample manipulated digitally to create various silhouette and details.
SAMPLES
SAMPLES
Testing pleated sleeves on different scales
CAD drawing
SAMPLES
Shape inspired by the vase. Texture options: -Pleats? -Smocking?
SAMPLES
Hand stitched shell smocking.
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koye olugbenle 2015