Blooming flowers of japanese painting

2015-yuko-koike-fashion
technical description

Openwork coat composed of multicoloured woollen flowers crocheted and mounted together and multicoloured plastic, Perspex and lurex discs with crochet edging. Faded shell stitch wool knit longuette dress with a maxi ribbed shawl collar printed with irregular polka dots and rubberised appliqué on the bottom and neckline.

Size 1260x680x50mm, 3000 gr., 2015

concept

Exploring Japanese kimonos and traditional paintings, of which the blooming flowers on the garments are a direct reference. By using delicate, bright colours and patterns to try to combine an effect of great movement with a solid appearance as a whole. Seeking to pursue and create a new aesthetic code by combining the warmth of Japanese handmade tradition with avant-garde techniques.

tags
Craftsmanship, Flowers, Japanese Culture, Japanese Painting, Kimono, Painting, Tradition & Modernity
year
2015
category
Fashion
object type
Dress, Dress shoes, Coat, Necklace, Bag, Allegato
historical summary

ITS Contest Application year: 2015
Application area: Fashion
Collection shortlisted as a Finalist
Winner of OTB Award

techniques
Crochet, Knitting
colors
Black, Blue, Green, Light Grey, Multicolor, Orange, Pink, Red, Silver, Transparent, White, Yellow
materials
Cotton, Lurex, Perspex, Plastic, Vegan Leather, Wool
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