(UN) FASHION - TIBOR AND MARIA KALMAN

Taken from the book (un) fashion these images show how clothing can be completely different in other parts of the world. There is a willingness to change, stretch and dress up the body, the use of actual objects as part of the physical appearance. We tend to be so symmetrical, we keep make up only to the face, we wear matching earrings, these images however push the boundaries, people feel the freedom to continue to paint the entire body as though it is a layer of cloth and use their everyday objects such as keys for accessories.

COMPLETED HALF SCALE BODICE TOILE

Finally... my completed bodice toile. Over 6 weeks this is what I have been working towards in pattern cutting and manufacture. Having never created a pattern before, never made a garment from scratch I am pleased with my outcome, although not perfect I have developed my skills and learnt a lot within this time.

ALL I HAVE TO SAY IS WATCH ME PROVE YOU WRONG

"EVERYONE WANTS TO DO FASHION, AND WHENEVER SOMEONE SAYS IT... I JUST THINK, AND ANOTHER PERSON. FACT IS ITS TOO DIFFICULT TO MAKE IT WITHOUT MONEY OR LIVING SOMEWHERE LIKE LONDON."

"BUT ISN'T THAT ART, SURELY ITS NOT FASHION?"

The more I mature, the more I realise we all have our own opinions and passions. Sometimes I overhear people make these comments that touch a feeling inside of me. More then anything these comments make me think, because everyone is entitled to their own opinion.

Art and design. Encapsulating fashion, drawing, styling, fine art, architecture, graphics, music, photography. For me all these things and many more fall together in the end, they all inspire one another and in my beliefs for something to be 'fashion' it does not mean that someone, the average person would wear it on a daily basis, it doesn't mean it should be comfortable or acceptable within society. For me there are no rules, we can put anything on the body, this is proven with other cultures using every day objects for their own take on fashion. As much as I love wearable clothing and the classical designs I am also forever amazed by the less wearable and statement clothing, whether it be made from cloth or other materials. This type of fashion also stems down into highstreet fashion, by being tamed down into more wearable clothing.

In my mind there are fine lines, at the end of the day they all fall into the same area, they all interest me and they all influence my work. I don't believe in rules of what someone should wear or shouldn't. We should celebrate individuality, and as fashion has such power why not use it to make a statement?

SIMONE SHAILES - KNITWEAR

Researching into knitwear, graduating from Central Saint Martins in 2008 Simone Shailes presented chunky knitwear with volume, texture and shape.

KANYE WEST SS'12

Kanye West presents his first collection in Paris, showcasing some garments that I personally think are stunning. Style reviewed the collection suggesting there is room for massive improvement which I don't doubt... who wouldn't want room for improvement? Also commenting on the creative musical career he has behind him, and implying that for now he should perhaps stick to just that. There are heavy zips, embellishment, beading and applique which will add weight to the garment however I love a lot of these details. The boldness they create on the ready to wear collection gives it the diversity to adapt.

Here are the images of my favourite looks from the show...

MORE OR LESS - NANNA VAN BLAADEREN

I LOVE CHUNKY KNITWEAR

Whilst researching knitwear designers I came across this collection of intriguing forms, inspired by natures organic shapes using thick woolen yarns of and off white colour. These images remind me of hibernation.