Garments
Fashion has always been apart of my life. From childhood, sewing in a classroom at Grandparents University at UW Madison, to today. My love and passion for fashion has never faded. Whether it be my interest in fashion in terms of construction, art, history, therapy, or individuality, it is a part of who I am. Over my past 4 years at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, my proudest work lies within my fashion designs.
It’ll Save Your Life
Titled “Listen to Fleetwood Mac: It’ll Save Your Life” | November 2024
Design Concept Prompt: Create a garment inspired by the word freedom, and include fabric & pattern manipulation
The word freedom can be translated into many difference things, but I wanted to interpret this prompt as freedom of the body and the freedom of movement. I looked to the personalities of both Stevie Nicks & Daisy Jones when creating this garment, and I wanted to embody the magnitude of their stage presence: total freedom
Androgyny
Titled “Androgyny” | December 2024
Design Concept Prompt: Create a garment based on the intersection of your personal activism, and incorporate construction elements from past design projects
When thinking of my personal activism, I was focused on the idea of gendered clothing and breaking barriers within fashion, as well as the idea of ending over consumption, and sustainability. I decided to intersect my activism by using second hand fabrics as my materials. I designed these garments based on traditional gendered pieces: the sports coat and skirt. To be worn together or separate, this collection represents that clothing has no gender, and that new garments can still be made sustainably.
Let’s Dance!
Titled “Lets Dance” | February 2023
Design Concept Prompt: Use three pre-owned or thrifted garments, and incorporate elements into a newly designed garment through pattern making
When designing this piece, I wanted to embrace a carefree, “dancing” spirit, a dress that resembles history and movement. I focused on up cycling these thrifted garments into something real and wearable, being sure not to make my piece look mended, or “fixed”
1046
Titled “1046” | April 2023
Design Concept Prompt: Create a garment inspired by any architecture, specifically a structure or building, and use pattern making & draping techniques
The Chrysler Building in New York City (standing at 1,046 ft tall) is a huge inspiration to me, especially due to its history and design elements. The Art Deco elements on the building have always caught my eye, so I decided to use its elements as inspiration for my design. By draping the fabric, I was able to recreate structural and design aspects from the building into the garment
Imprints From The People of My Life
Titled “Imprints From The People in My Life” | November 2024
Design Concept Prompt: Create a garment based on the word “hands.” Incorporate fabric manipulation and and pattern making
The prompt word “hands” felt very literal to me, and I wanted to metaphorically create a garment in which hands have altered it. To break out of my traditional design aesthetics, I wanted to design something a bit different, a juxtaposition. I burned the collar to created the idea of being burned around the neck— somewhere hands could touch you. I delicately applied lace around the hips, creating the idea of a soft touch of the hand.
Thesis in Progress. . .
Coming April 17th, 2025 in the Ruth Davis Design Gallery at the University of Wisconsin-Madison
Beautiful Fool will be displayed in the Threaded Narratives: An Anthology of Design Student Showcase
