Design Statement
The Nephele Collection explores duality in fashion, inspired by the Greek goddess Nephele. This collection juxtaposes tailored, upcycled suiting with fluid, draped metallic and resin pieces, creating a dialogue between structure and fluidity. By deconstructing traditional menswear blazers into femimine silhouettes, the collection challenges societal ideals of womenhood, promoting the coexistence of strength and vulnerability. The contrasts are within the fabric and structure themselves but also through the symbolic representation of qualities like strength vs vulnerability, promoting the idea that these seemingly opposite qualities can coexist within a single identity.
The Nephele Collection combines upcycled blazers with reflective metallic fabrics, showcasing a bold interplay of texture and form.
Models: Claudia Santoro
Asha Cooper
Inez Tallulah
Photographer: Kalya Green
Ella Entwistle
Designer and Directer: Chelsea Grylewicz
About the Designer
Raised in Ballarat Australia, the desgner is inspired by a deep appreciation for minimalism, and tailoring. Her design philosophy revolves around the power of silhouettes to create innovative and expressive pieces, allowing form to lead the creative process rather than fabric. Her personal style is feminine, neutral, and modern, reflecting a refined simplicity. However, her design style pushes the boundaries with a blend of creativity and innovation, challenging conventional aesthetics while staying true to a timeless appeal
