Function Forward
Function Forward.
Function Forward explores how the facets of function and design are interconnected. The collection showcases the seamless fusion of industrial materials, textiles, and fashion. Each piece embodies the integration of form and function, illustrating the power of design to harmoniously marry these elements together. The collection challenges the perception that everyday materials are “every day.” Here they’ve been transformed into complex and dynamic compositions. Function Forward invites you to explore the limitless possibilities of design and experience the beauty of industrial materials reimagined into fashion.
The first look features a dress made entirely out of white ceramic tiles. The second look features a top made from metal washers connected using jump rings and a skirt made of deconstructed foam.
Through this collection, I aimed to push beyond conventional boundaries of design by experimenting with materials, textiles, silhouettes, and untraditional garment construction methods. I used the lens of spacesuits to begin my research and inform my design decisions, investigating how design can be optimized to serve a specific purpose without sacrificing aesthetic appeal. In particular, I analyzed how each detail of a spacesuit has a specific function and purpose, and how those come together to build a cohesive whole. I then curated a sample of textile manipulations that brought together the vision for my collection. I chose the name Function Forward as it communicates the idea of moving forward and embracing the future while highlighting the importance of functionality in design.
