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THE LAST CEDAR JEWEL S/S2021

READY TO WEAR WOMENSWEAR COLLECTION

 "The Last Cedar Jewel" is inspired by the natural formations of gemstones and manmade mining processes to harvest these precious stones. Just as how human nature is intriguing and questions our own self worth, the title of the collection comes from the word 'Cedar tree' which represents a tall and evergreen tree which stays rooted without loosing its leaves. As such, the same reasoning is valued during the design concepts of portraying elaborate details in embroidery decorations and organic silhouettes which further enhance the contrast between simplicity and raw beauty of human nature.

Painted Black Arrow
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keywords: fluid, cracks, fragments, dynamic, rigid, flowy

@flickr.com Indonesia, Kawah Ijen, nature, volcano, weird and bizarre

concept of earth's natural minerals, rocks being formed as a result of volcanic eruption which causes an uncontrolled flow of magma

recrystallisation of minerals: in hydrothermal environment leads to formation of gemstones. mostly metallic forms

INSPIRATION/ VISUAL REFERENCES

RELATING TO THE BIRTH OF GEMSTONES: HOW ARE THEY CREATED

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intricate surface decoration, rough like texture like gemstones

digital collage and fabric flatlay

-can replicate crystallised gems in the form of glass beads on the garment?

- or fine linework embroidery with contrasting colours

biblical reference visuals: the 12 tribes of Israel, 12 birthstones

outfit 3 illustration sketch with scalloped hem sleeves in all direction for more volume

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3D paper draping for experimental silhouette outcomes inspired by the origin of birthstone formations

FINAL FITTING/PRESENTATION

produces 'surreal' like proportions, maybe can insert stuffing or wire/ crinoline for stiff effect?

primary fabrics #cotton broadcloth, #tulle and #poly satin

puff-like shape but imagine it as a solid rocky sea texture, can be contrasted as gathers on soft fabrics

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