Strength of body - fragility of mind

technical description

Double slip dress, the outer slip 2 sizes bigger than inner, attached to it at its top edge and finishes, straps and laces with raw edge binding. Concealed but exposed zip in the centre back, half way closed. Worn over an oversized white shirt. Concealed button placket. Raw edges and selvedges utilised are decorative features that are cinched and clipped together with poly coated clips; two front and one back. Styled with red stockings over white covered heeled mules with red painted cork soles. All hand made by the designer.

Size 570x2300x330mm, 1900 gr., 2022

concept

The collection is designed from the perspective of a tailor slowly losing their memory, inspired by Hanna-Lotta’s grandmother, diagnosed with Alzheimer’s: the body remains healthy but memories begin to disappear. Initially the garments look familiar, there are a few mistakes but maintaining precision. Gradually deterioration sets in, the making process becomes confusing, unsure. Jacket, coats and tailoring become sculptural and elongated, the finishing is fragile. Slips and knits are delicate and close to the body. Traditional wools and cottons are mellowed out by the muted colour palette. A glint of silver recalls sudden glimpses of mental clarity, while red represents the lost vibrancy of a person we once knew.

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