Darcey Fair

REJUVENATION

& THE ACT OF MENDING

This concept explores the beauty of repair with a focus on rejuvenation. “Contemporary repair isn’t just about efficient mending; it also focuses on the aspirations, objectives of rejuvenation … and uniqueness” (Sunniva Rademacher, 2022). The focal point is the mind and the healthy response to a more relaxed approach to life, portrayed through artistic and photographic imagery. The idea of rejuvenation as the act of mending was influenced by the Japanese art of Kintsugi which embraces broken pottery by fixing it with gold. This concept is conveyed by embracing the flaws of objects as well as fixing them with uniqueness or accepting the beauty of its brokenness. The importance of showcasing Australian fashion pieces is integral for the design ethos and creating a sense of self. The narrative is portrayed through three colour stories, each representing a different way of rejuvenation;

Swim, Repair and Clay. The swim section will portray the coastal landscape and its serenity and calmness including abstract surf images and textural elements from this environment. Repair conveys the restoration of a youthful appearance and the state of the mind when it is at its most purified state. Clay and the idea of creation as an act of rejuvenation should not be a worry for perfectionism, instead should be an uncontrollable flow. Colour plays an important part as it is imbued with meaning and emotion. The greys, blacks and whites evoke a sense of nostalgia adding an ephemeral feel. The sage greens and deeper olive tones reflect a more fresh and playful approach. The warmer tones of orange, creams, and blush transfer the consumers’ consciousness to a distant and warm place. The way colour affects people is essential to convey the narrative and is intentionally there to evoke feelings.

swim.

REJUVENATION THROUGH SURF, SALT & SAND

Just breathe.

Just breathe. Rejuvenation through the coastal landscape. A focus on swim culture through surf, salt and sand — its serenity, calmness and water as a healing method for the mind. Forms and fluidity are a key part of this series and looking at movement within this environment. Objects are represented in sculptural and elegant volumes. The greys, blacks and whites will evoke a sense of nostalgia and add an ephemeral feel.

repair.

THE BEAUTY OF REJUVENATION

clay.

CREATING IS REJUVENATING;

The mind has returned to its youthful, innocent, purified state

Surf

Queenscliff

Life Saving Club

Tailored Lines

A WORD FROM THE DESIGNER;

The art of kintsugi explores the beauty and simplicity of imperfection. The blazer has been cut and resewn as a reflection of this ideology applied to self concepts.

Blazer designed and made by Eryn Mcdermott