The project titled Future Traditions centered around tradaitional handicraft techniques thus I examined the shapes of basket weaving. During my research I discovered the work of American artist Ruth Asawa, and I found her wire sculptures really inspiring. I intended to use an alternative fibre to create organic shapes imitating the structures of basket weaving, so I started to try out different materials such as wire and net, but eventually they turned out to be ineligible for my aspirations, therefore I had to find another solution. That was when I started experimenting with a 3D printing pen and it finally appeared like a successful method. I supplemented my inspirations with power dressing, corsets and lingerie, and I started to design my twelve-piece collection of well-shaped and tailored suits and dresses combined with sharp edges, big sleeves, wide shoulders and slim waists. I also designed a jewelry-like object for every outfit to emphasize certain details, such as the breasts or the waist. I chose wool georgette as the material for the clothes due to it’s excellent malleability, while the 3D printed elements were made of PLA filament.
