Whitehouse Institute of Design Australia

STUDENTS

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  Jack Bartholomeusz

  A postmodern meditation on tailored menswear, ‘A Uniform Perspective’ utilizes references from Elizabethan and Renaissance Europe to evolve traditional men’s uniforms. With a heavy focus on quality woolen fabric, the aim is for each piece to have an extended lifespan.

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  Brielle-Tayla D'Agotsino

  Inspired by the transformation of butterflies, ‘Metamorphosis’ explores themes of growth, strength and independence. Just as a butterfly becomes something greater than it could have imagined, this collection uses rare textiles and bright, glittering textures to create garments that exceed expectations.

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  Mineth Fonseka

  ‘Salvation/Bhairava’ draws from Sri Lankan mythology, fusing traditional ailment motifs with avant-garde prints and elegant forms. ‘Daha ata sanniya’ myths are resurrected through contemporary silhouettes to create a haunting synergy between past and present. The collection’s otherworldly garments are created in part using digitally printed taffeta shower curtains.

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  Ghazaleh Hosseini

  Unfolding as a love letter to the past, ‘Thief of Hearts’ uses clothing as a talisman of Iran’s heart and soul. Breathing new life into fabrics once cherished by Ghazaleh’s Persian grandmother, the collection weaves a country’s past into the tapestry of the present, a dance of innovation and sacred tradition.

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  Salina Iacono

  An alliance between traditionally masculine and feminine tailoring, the ‘Permanent Fatale’ capsule collection incorporates the art of corsetry into menswear. In this newfound context, the corset is expressed as a diverse and empowering article. Split into three parts, this showcase honours the notorious corset-maker Mr. Pearl.

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  Tanya Intharaglaiwankul

  The term ‘razzle dazzle’ dates back to 1917, and originally referred to the dazzle camouflage used in World War I. The ‘Razz Razz’ collection plays on the roots of this now commonly used phrase through the inclusion of a hero camouflage print. It emphasises the contrasting linear patterns that make up traditional camouflage, creating a defence against an opponent’s eyes.

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  Que Martin

  Explore the 1960s race to the moon through the autoethnographic ‘Space Race’ collection. This collection of modular, adaptive designs is influenced by the designer’s Russian heritage, delving into a dichotomy of oppression and artistic expression. Retro-futurism meets a glimpse of near-future sports luxe, envisioned through tactile 3D textures made from scrap pieces of scuba textiles.

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  Casey Quick

  ‘Abnormal Organics’ dissects the balance between growth and the authentic self, using Casey’s rural upbringing as a starting point. Inspired by malformations in plants, these conceptual garments embrace nature’s structure, asymmetry, and organic lines through new, alternative fabrications.

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  Raquel Rodriguez

  ‘SURREALIA’ is an imaginative, larger-than-life collection conflating traditional femininity with hallmarks of surrealism. Through materials such as latex with scuba, Raquel explores themes of rebellion, shock, and the drama of the femme fatale. The use of inflatable technology reflects the notions of exaggeration and artificiality present in surrealism.

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  Jessica Virk

  ‘The Median’ expresses an appreciation for mixing and matching, celebrating the odd juxtaposition of two entirely different pieces in one full composition. In a collection that revisits traditional shapes with newfound modernity, experimental construction techniques meet formal couture procedures and inspiration from high-end designers.

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  Eric Wilson

  ‘Art Topiary’ references the pruning of topiary gardens through uniquely bold silhouettes. Structured tulle and 3D printing bring Victorian age picture frames into contemporary fashion, while patent leather textures pay homage to the ‘inflatable’ artworks of Jeff Koons.

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  Phoebe Ziebarth

  ‘Your Dreams Are Mine, My Dreams Are Yours’ uses bold and unconventional structures to challenge traditional concepts of clothing, juxtaposing the body with the garment. Through silhouettes designed to exist as sculptures or objects, the collection is brought into an abstract realm of its own, exploring themes of nature and artificiality.