Old Shirts Reworked into a Versatile Fashion Garment
This project utilised upcycling methods to repurpose used work shirts. By deconstructing the shirts, the sections of fabric became pattern pieces that now had the potential to be assembled differently. The pieces were reconstructed into a new one-piece garment, which could also be separated at the waist to create two separate garments, making it a highly versatile piece. By reworking the used shirts, they went from being unworn pieces into a new fashionable garment. This sustainable practice has kept these shirts out of landfill, which is an extremely important aspect to consider in the fashion industry.
by Evelyn Strempel
Image References:
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n.d. Craig Green AW16. Available at: <https://www.dazeddigital.com/fashion/gallery/21155/18/craig-green-aw16> [Accessed 19 October 2020].
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2015. Haider Ackermann, AW15, Paris.. Available at: <https://www.thecuttingclass.com/contrast-stitching-at-haider-ackermann/> [Accessed 19 October 2020].
2018. White Dress. Available at: <https://weheartit.com/entry/304217486> [Accessed 19 October 2020].
Visual fashion clip by Evelyn Strempel
