NEW LOOK? Fashion Sculptures
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NEW LOOK? Fashion Sculptures
NEW LOOK? Fashion Sculptures is a groundbreaking artistic collection that challenges the conventional boundaries between haute couture and sculptural art, created by Dutch designer STEVENVANDERYT as a profound statement against the commercialization of contemporary fashion. This innovative series comprises four human-sized sculptural installations, each standing approximately 1.80 meters tall, that seamlessly integrate advanced fashion techniques with artistic expression. The collection employs sophisticated craftsmanship including intricate smocking techniques, silkscreen printing, cast resin flowers, and heavy pleating to create pieces that transcend traditional fashion boundaries. Developed during the first half of 2016, these sculptures represent a critical commentary on the fast-fashion system's influence on haute couture, advocating for a return to fashion as an art form rather than merely commercial products. The works feature distinctive technical elements such as inverted skirt shapes and flexible sculptural forms, all meticulously crafted to size 32/34 specifications. The presentation method itself breaks conventional fashion norms, with the pieces displayed in deliberately uncomfortable, bizarre poses on black frames, emphasizing their artistic rather than functional nature. This revolutionary approach to fashion presentation earned recognition at the A' Design Award competition, receiving a Bronze A' Design Award in the Fine Arts and Art Installation Design category, acknowledging its significant contribution to redefining the boundaries between fashion and fine art. The collection's unique approach challenges viewers to reconsider their perspectives on haute couture while highlighting the importance of craftsmanship, artistic integrity, and creative innovation in contemporary fashion design.
fashion sculpture, haute couture art, experimental fashion design, fabric manipulation, sculptural installation, contemporary fashion art
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