The source of inspiration behind the collection ‘SAINTS IN SIN CITY’ started of with people who are dear to me and people who attend environments like casino’s. we as a society started to glorify this environment which causes negativity to a lot of people’s lives. When the façade of glam, neon lights and happy music goes away, the only thing that you are left with is a sketchy dark space.
Using elements from casino’s, slotmachines, culture , personal stories, atmosphere, colors and textiles portraying a story of people with patience and perseverance.
A homage to people who try to keep their head above water in a environment which can be toxic.
The values that are important in my work are craftsmanship, tailoring and storytelling. the way I come up with looks/garments are creating personas, using real people or objects and deconstructing their visual presence. Using these deconstructed elements to create patterns, moulages, fabrics or constructions to create the story. for example using lingerie elements to create a fabric, layering of prints and materials to create an optical illusion, embroidery, creating patterns to make sculptural statement pieces.
