RECAPTURING LUXURY
An ode to detail, material, and craftsmanship
In my concept, I explore the original meaning of luxury and its shift towards mass production and overconsumption. Luxury and waste surprisingly share a common trait: both are, in essence, products of excess. While luxury is traditionally seen as something positive and waste as something negative, my research shows how the desire for "more" has ultimately contributed to today’s ecological crisis.
Today, true luxury seems to be fading. Mass production dominates, and genuine quality is increasingly pushed to the background. This led me to ask: How can I bring back the original value of luxury into materials? What happened to “quality over quantity”? From these questions, my concept was born.
I delved into the meaning of luxury and found inspiration in the Belle Époque (ca. 1870–1914), a period of prosperity, innovation, and refined fashion. Fabrics such as silk, velvet, lace, and tulle, as well as ornaments like beads and embroidery, were widely used and align closely with my vision of luxury.
I was also inspired by the Rococo art movement, known for its elegance and the use of light, dreamy colors such as pastel blue and pink, often combined with gold and marble. I incorporated this atmosphere into my color palette, choosing shades of gold, white, cerulean blue, and cream white.
With my concept, I aim to return to a time when luxury stood for refinement, craftsmanship, and lasting quality. The Belle Époque and Rococo periods guided my vision of luxury as attention to detail, rich materials, and a dreamy, elegant aesthetic.
My goal is to redefine luxury, no longer driven by excess, but by conscious beauty, craftsmanship, and a renewed focus on quality over quantity.
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NATURAL DYE
In this minor I explored the interplay between nature and textiles.
By steaming onion peels, flowers, and plants into natural fabrics, unexpected colors and patterns emerged. Each experiment left its own imprint, together forming a series of textile works with an organic and experimental character.
To translate the essence of luxury into materials, I began by creating samples with a strong focus on craftsmanship. While working with different materials and techniques, I aimed not only to reflect the appearance of luxury but also to highlight the care and artisanal skills behind it.
I chose to weave my own lace, adding an extra layer of handcraft to my collection. In addition, I experimented with creating a contemporary version of the classic Chanel bouclé tweed.
My technical approach included developing a custom lace weave pattern, known for its refined and elegant appearance. For the development of colors and textures, I drew inspiration from historical art styles and luxurious materials explored during my research.
To incorporate sustainability into my collection, I reused vintage jewelry as embroidery and design elements. In doing so, I gave existing luxury items a new life within my collection, blending the old with the new.
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