technical description
Metaphorical accessory inspired by the seductive power of the orchid. Necklace featuring a brass node folding around the neck. Yellow leather flower finished with external trimmings and lined with black shiny leather. Central perspex layer with amber gemstones embedded at its core.
Size 330x100x230mm, 238 gr., 2018.
concept
A collection of bodypieces inspired by a quote from journalist Michael Pollan's article "Love and Lies" for National Geographic: "How do you spread your genes around when you're stuck in one place? [...] The Orchid offers no nectar or pollen reward; rather, it seduces male bees with the promise of bee sex [...]. The Orchid accomplishes its sexual deception by mimicking the appearance, scent and even the tactile experience of a female". Items items build a “sensorial” journey across the collection and embody empowering politicised femininity. Aiming to create a magnetic connection between the object and the audience, but at the same time of exploring the fashion accessory within the context of the home and the body.