Specializing in menswear, predominantly outerwear, Mcnaughton's work takes on classic tailored shapes modern fabrication and
with
silhouettes. inspired by his direct surroundings, McNaughton combines natural elements with psychological ideologies. a love for the understanding of mental science and what makes the mind work is juxtaposed against geographical, natural influences. His technical cutting combined with a minimal aesthetic creates McNaughton's style.
subtle
wearable
Graduating from The arts university bournemouth this year, mcnaughton intends to pursue his dream as a menswear designser and cutter on an international level.
and
lakes
Perhaps from water or wind but the somehow negative
tranquility
reflective.
Fluidity
melancholia
as
simply
is
from
and
important
it’s
‘black
means
calming
is
Greek
bile’
to
origins
but
to
it
this
collection it stands for the way the mind and thoughts almost move and consume a person, as they do in depression such as the way a person
can
be
consumed
by
water.
The
research for this collection is ambiguous and can
be
interpreted
in
many
ways,
as
a
personal concept it is difficult to understand from
an
outside
view
which
is
why
key
inspirations have been taken to influence the final design stages.
Although the concept
Melancholia is the term given to a person who suffers
woodlands
from depression, the melancholic person is usually
dysphoric
considered wistful and almost vacant by thought
murky
usually with negative connotations. But for this
the
creates a scene of quiet, calm movement.
final year collection Melancholia takes on a
personal interpretation.
A sense of reflection slows down time and the inclusion of natural landscapes such as
takes on what can be perceived as a negative influence the final collection is designed to stand strong and it’s wearer, in contro l.
melancholia
The
collection
contains
subtle
hints
of
inspiration
that donot overpower the silhouette. The use of mixing textures
with
technicality
a
limited
of
key
colour
pieces
palette
specifically
enhances the
the
coats
and
trousers. The reoccurring idea of fluidity is again subtly introduced through the removing of seams and creating uninterrupted shapes with occasional dipping of black liquid
latex.
sticking
to
The a
prints
reinforce
monochromatic,
this
smooth
aesthetic pattern
by
that
creates a focal point in key shapes but doesn’t distract the entire outfit. Staggered layering creates a diverse and multi-optional collection, the cohesive styles and shapes allow many of the
garments
complimenting wardrobe.
It
McNaughton’s purpose
and
outfits
each is
an
designs
without
to
other,
be
mixed
similarly
and to
reapplied, a
capsule
important
aspect
of
that
have
function
and
innovation
and
loosing
they
the
sense
of
a
many
of
modern trend. The melancholia collection brings together smart, casual and
staple
outfit’s
garments
longevity
and
again
reinforcing
lasting
each
functionality.
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