SAMPLE

Firstly i sonic bonded the striped jersey by following its lines and then i sonic bonded beige lace on the negative space in order to highlight the sonic bonding stitching.

SAMPLE

Black netting has been overlayed onto a citrus coloured fabric which has then been laminated on to a black cotton poplin base. A cotton trim has been used to form checks on to the fabric via the process of lamination.

SAMPLE

Black lace has been burnt and then overlayed on top of beige lace which has then been laminated on to a black cotton poplin base. In between each block of lace there is pleated black tulle.

SAMPLE

Lamination has been used for these pleats. A speckled liberty print and a metallic fabrication have been sequentially laminated on to a black cotton poplin base.

SAMPLE

This sample includes sonic bonded stripes of nylon, as well as sonic bonded tacks for the nylon ruffles on an aqua polyester base.

SAMPLE

This sample incorporates sonic bonded edges using the lace cutter that was then laminated to a fabric base. Beige lace and aqua polyester have been used for this sample.

CHOSEN TECHNIQUES

I have chosen to do sonic bonding and lamination for my textiles collection.

FABRICATION

In true Westwood style i want to utlise traditional checks and stripes within my collection, as well as more flamboyant fabrications such as lace and sheers and interesting trims.

INSPIRATION IMAGES

ASSESSMENT 3 CONCEPT

My textile collection will derive from my menswear assessment. My allocated designer is Vivienne Westwood with my primary focus being on the modern day dandy. The modern day dandy can be described as a metrosexual city slicker who takes pride in his appearance and is a trendsetter as opposed to a fashion follower. He likes to take risks within his attire and strives for perfection.

RENTAL SWING TAGS

Here is my set of rental swing tags. It is a set of 4 and will be attached together with a piece of white ribbon.

IMPROVED IDEA

Instead of a receipt slot I am going to create a swing tag attached to garments when borrowed from the showroom in order to keep an eye on items that need to be returned back by our clients.

DESIGN IDEA

Since my company is a styling company offering services - creating a garment label is not appropriate. As such, I have decided to create something different, perhaps an evelope slot to put receipts inside.

DIFFERENT SIZES OF MY LOGO

Here is a look at my logo in various scales. Initially I did have to work on my logo and changed the location of the text as it was not very noticeable. However, now it looks very clear and concise and easy to read the name of my company!

INVOICE

Here is a copy of my invoice. I used an example from the internet and translated it and related it back to my styling company offering services to both the general public as well as companies such as Vogue magazine. This invoice is an example of an invoice for a major company and the styling services that we offer.

BUSINESS CARD

Here is my company's business card!

BOOKMARKS

I have created a set of coat hanger inspired bookmarks from my initial idea of a coat hanger header.

PROGRESS

Initially I wanted my textile header to look like this - like a coat hanger - which works well with my styling company. However, this idea has now been translated into a set of coat hanger inspired magazine bookmarks!

PACKAGING

PRESENTATION PLAN

In terms of paper selection and presentation of my stationary and other associated material; i want to focus on a style that is elegant and sophisticated. I want to utilise classical embellishments within my material such as lace tape, mannequin silhouette cutouts and traditional evelope embelishments. My colour palette will remain greyscale over cream/beige paper. However, I am creating some funky colourful magazine bookmarks.

LOGO

This is a slight alteration of my final logo, as the mannequin here has a stand, which was required for my letterhead!

Assessment 2 - FINAL LOGO

Experiments!!!

Note: I was unable to upload more of my inspirational images, nor was I able to upload my logo experiments, but I have included a hardcopy of some of my experiments within my bind booklet.

Overview Continuation

Threads is located in a small studio loft, with a small team of staff including a head stylist, an assistant stylist and three junior stylists. We would like to eventually expand our business and open a second flagship salon in a terrace house. We would like to remain exclusive and as such we do not want to go mainstream. Our studio loft is modern and contemporary with city views and our terrace salon will take on a more elegant and classic look.

Threads’ main competitors would be Patricia Field, Rachel Zoe, Trinny and Susanna and Carson Kressley to name a few. However,Threads is distinguishing itself by specialising in a niche market of avant-garde fashion. Additionally, we have a flexible selling point; we tailor it according to the clients socio-economic circumstance. Threads is not about paying a fortune; rather it’s about transforming standard garments into a work of art that gives the illusion of exclusivity and luxury.

Company Overview

Threads is a styling company specialising in women’s avant-garde fashion.

I am interested in fashion styling because it is a creative process with endless possibilities and an opportunity for self-expression. Threads is all about defining the unexpected and unconventional aspects of fashion. The reason why Threads soley focuses on avant-garde styling is because this specific area is often only translated on the catwalk and worn mainly by daring celebrities.Threads aim is to trickle down avant-garde styling to the general public who are fashion conconcious, but want to be different and stand out of the crowd. Our aim is to not follow current systematic trends, rather we aim to produce outifts that are unique and eccentric in nature.

There is always something new to discover at Threads. We aim to strive to produce the most unique ensemble of garments and accessories to amplify peoples’ individual style and at the sametime we foster our trademark look of avant-garde styling. Needless to say, we do consider the practicality of our styling of garments and accessories.

Threads takes inspiration from avant-garde fashion designers such as Hussein Chalayan, Viktor & Rolf and Alexander McQueen, as well as fashion expert stylist Patricia Field, editor-in-chief of American Vogue Anna Wintour and style queenSarah Jessica Parker. New York and Paris are key hotspots that Threads derives inspiration from. From the Haute Couture creations of Paris to New York fashion Week;Threads travels far and beyond for inspiration. AmericanVogue and Vogue Italia are crucial magazines that we analyse.

Our main design principle is to be unique and foster an eccentric avant-garde approach to styling. 
Further key values include:

1. Do not follow current fashion trends; only take inspiration.
2. Be spontaneous and opt for the unique and the unexpected.
3. Do not be afraid to  take risks; fashion is all about the unexpected.
4. Be inspired by the world around you and not just by fashion itself.
5. Be cautious to not go over the top and over-embellish your outfit; less is more.

Threads apppeals to the 18-45 year old female clientele. We wish to appeal to customers who are not fashion savvy; rather those individuals that opt for a personalised style that is bold, eccentric and unique. Our clientele would ideally have a considerable amount of disposable income, however, we do tailor individual needs as we understand that not all clients from the various age groups have the same amountof disposable income. Thus, we cater for various socio-economic circumstances.


Strengths:
- We are the only styling company that specialises in avant-garde fashion.
- We cater for a large age group.
- We like to take risks and do not abide by any rules or limitations.
- We do not like the obvious; rather we like the unexpected.
- We like to mix and match designer wear with vintage finds, as well as pieces
from chain stores.

Weaknesses
- There may be a reluctance for individuals to try out avant-garde styling, as it may be considered impractical.
- There are other styling companies and stylists that specialise in traditional fashion; as such Threads has to compete with other stylists that offer a safer option.
- Society may not fully understand avant-garde styling and thus may over-embellish their outfits.
- The notions of ‘less is more’ can still be applied to avant-garde fashion, but without a clear grasp of the concept this notion may be overlooked.
- Society may be reluctant to try out our service with preconceptions that avant-garde fashion is expensive.

Opportunities
- We are the only fashion styling company that specialises in avant-garde fashion.
- We have the opportunity to cater for a new and unique market within fashion styling.
- We have the potential to have a large customer base, due to our diverse age range.
- We have the power to trickle down avant-garde fashion into mainstream society.
- We have the ability to educate society about the notion that avant-garde fashion can be eccentric and practical at the same time.

Threats
- We have competitors that offer a safer and a more traditonal way to styling.
- We may not have adequate business finance to fulfill all customer wants.
- It will be difficult to get through to society if preconceptions are made about the impracticality of avant-
garde fashion.
- Society may not accept this new branch of styling.
- There may be a small market for avant-garde fashion in Australia.

Inspirational Avant-garde images

   

More Font Experiments

Font Experiments

Project Overview

Assessment 1: Digital Multimedia Component:

Ideas:

• I am interested in pursuing fashion styling because it is a creative process with endless possibilities and an opportunity for self-expression. I thoroughly enjoy styling people as well as the mannequin with an overwhelming fusion of garments and accessories. Thus, there is always something new to discover in the styling process.
• My 5 design principles would be:

1.     Do not follow current trends.

2.     Opt for the unique.

3.     Less is more.

4.     Be inspired by the world around you.

5.     Be spontaneous and try the unexpected.

• I want to appeal to the 18-45 year old clientele base.
• Strengths as a fashion stylist:

1.     I like to take risks and don’t have any limits.

2.     I don’t like the obvious rather I like the unexpected.

3.     I have a balance in my closet between designer items and normal clothes from chain stores.

• Weaknesses as a fashion stylist:

1.     I sometimes have the tendency to over-style.

2.     I have numerous competitors in the market.

3.     My outfits at times may be unconventional and not take into account the comfort and practicality of the wearer.

• I would like to work in a small and cosy studio loft or in a terrace house. I would like to have a small team; I don’t want to be mainstreamed; I want to remain exclusive.
• My main competitors would be Rachel Zoe, Patricia Field, Trinny and Susanna and even Carson Kressley.
• My style comprises of a practical and avant-garde component. Most stylists do not convey notions of avant-garde in their work; thus this may be a way for me to have a competitive advantage.
• My selling point is not just about paying a fortune on designer clothes rather its about transforming normal garments (from chain stores) into new creations that give the illusion of exclusivity and luxury.

Layout:

• I want to create an A2 doubled-sided poster that is in the silhouette of a mannequin.
• On one side I want to make a collage of my inspirational images and on the other side I will provide written information.

To conclude, my styling company will be called Threads.