Revolution of women.
For my diploma thesis and fashion collection at the Fashion School Innsbruck in 2018, I focused on the theme "Revolution of Women." My work centered around the suffragettes, women's suffrage, and Amelia Bloomer, the first woman to wear trousers. The collection was thematically developed by me, and I was responsible for every step of the process, from the initial idea and sketches to the design, pattern development, and creation.
The project was completed in cooperation with Getzner, a renowned fabric manufacturer from Vorarlberg. They provided a perfect lightweight white shirting fabric and their famous Africadamast, which I incorporated into the collection as details like a brooch for the sash I developed. The collection was entirely in white, one of the suffragette colors alongside purple and green.
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Fashion/Clothing Designer
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Pattern Maker
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Seamstress/Tailor
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Model Maker
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Fabric and Material Procurement Specialist
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Textile Technologist
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Production Manager
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Quality Control Inspector
Artistic Direction - Ninsko
Design - Ninsko
Sketches and Drafts
Here are a few of the initial concepts, rough sketches and ideas that represent the beginning of my fashion collections. It's a place where the creative process is shown in its raw state - unpolished and raw. Thoughts and ideas take shape before they become the finished garments.
Process
Collection
The main detail that runs through the entire collection is "biesen," or pintucks, which are sewn pleats.
The collection consists of three outfits:
Outfit One: Trousers: 7/8 length with pintucks. Blouse: Tied at the front with bows, featuring pintucks on the entire back and one sleeve.
Outfit Two: Overlong Trousers: Featuring pintucks running the length. Sash: Covers the chest and is tied at the back with bows, featuring a removable brooch with ruffles and long strands.
Outfit Three: Blouse Dress: Open at the back with pintucks at the front and a stand-up collar. Tailored and closed with a sash.
Set1
Set2
I chose this theme to draw attention to the importance of voting rights, which are often neglected by today's youth due to disinterest or loss of faith in politics. Through this fashion collection, I aimed to highlight the historical struggle for women's suffrage and its relevance today, encouraging a renewed appreciation for the right to vote.
This project allowed me to deeply explore and express the historical and social significance of women's rights movements through fashion, highlighting both the aesthetic and symbolic aspects. Working with Getzner's exquisite fabrics elevated the quality and authenticity of the collection, emphasizing the intricate details and craftsmanship involved in its creation.
I just love the feeling to hold my finished products in the end.
It´s the best feeling to finish projects with passion :)
Through this project, I completed my diploma at the Higher Institute of Fashion and Clothing Technology, mastering skills such as women's tailoring, fashion drawing, pattern making, and production. Additionally, I gained extensive knowledge in textile science, fashion history, and time management. Creating my own fashion collection allowed me to fulfill these competencies and demonstrate my capabilities as a fashion designer.
...with Designschool i turned that project into a part of a well known magazine...
Editorial Design: "Revolution of Women" Magazine
Inspired by my love for editorial design, which I discovered at the design school, I created a short magazine featuring the photos from the "Revolution of Women" shoot and the design background of the collection. This magazine highlights the aesthetic and conceptual elements of the project, providing a comprehensive view of the collection and its underlying themes.
The magazine serves as a visual and narrative extension of the collection, showcasing the intricate details of the garments, the historical context of the suffragette movement, and the craftsmanship involved. It also includes reflections on the importance of voting rights and the role of fashion in social and political movements.
Through this editorial project, I was able to merge my skills in fashion design with my passion for visual storytelling, creating a cohesive and engaging presentation of my work.
