Whitehouse Institute of Design Australia

STUDENTS

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  Sasha Alexandria Tivey

  ‘Ode to Her’ is an exploration of female identity and all its multifaceted layers. Drawing deep inspiration from archetypes commonly seen in feminist literature, this collection personifies thematic characters such as ‘The Lover’, ‘The Goddess’, and ‘The Huntress’ in order to highlight the inherent strength of women in all their forms.

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  Adrianna Barr

  ‘This is What Makes Us Girls’ redefines sportswear, transforming it into high-end garments that women want to wear. This fusion of contrasting styles is designed to boldly marry feminine elegance with the rugged allure of motocross fashion, while also borrowing elements of swimwear and scuba gear. Everything from the collection’s spliced sportswear silhouettes to its carefully considered colour palette aims to balance aspects of masculine and feminine style.

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  Max Bell

  ‘Transfiguration’ centres around a gradual transition from technology to nature, highlighted through an innovative use of tufting to mimic the look and haptic feel of moss. This moss is depicted slowly encompassing the garments within the collection, each of which is projected onto gorpcore-inspired silhouettes.

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  Amani El Houli

  ‘Femme Fatale’ is a collection inspired by historical female warriors, taking inspiration from the uniforms they wore in combat. Armour has long been a symbol of strength and protection, and is reflected within the collection to emphasise the fierceness that comes with being a warrior.

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  Tahlia Glenn

  ‘Monochromatic Disassembled’ emphasises manipulated silhouettes and distorted proportions through the use of deconstructed tailoring in a monochromatic palette. Traditional forms are reimagined using innovative techniques, upcycled materials and eco-friendly wool, highlighting the need for more sustainable design practices. This collection creates its own distinctive, modern aesthetic, while always adhering to principles of environmental stewardship and fashion-forward thinking.

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  Benjamin Pink

  ‘The Ghost Who Walks’ is a narrative collection featuring three distinct characters, each inspired by objects and textiles inside the home of Benjamin’s grandmother. To capture how these familiar objects take an eerie turn at night, the collection integrates unconventional fabrics and prints into exaggerated, draped shapes. This creates romantic and melancholic silhouettes that incorporate modern design principles while still respecting traditional couture techniques.

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  Maryama Saed

  ‘Intertwine’ takes inspiration from African artefacts and the ancient art of origami – creating an unexpected fusion between two history-rich cultures. The collection is made up of four hero pieces, each of which is designed to reject the natural body as the ideal silhouette. A variety of prints, textiles and textures are incorporated and intertwined throughout these garments.

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  Guy Stapelberg

  ‘Fragments’ delves into the nuanced landscape of queer identity, reflecting on profound themes of memory and change. By contrasting basic fashion archetypes with vibrant, fragmented prints, the collection illuminates the many factors that lead to evolutions in queer identity. Guy highlights this idea of change through the use of upcycled garments, fabrics and hardware.

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  Francis Taplin

  ‘A Perfectly Fitting Suit?’ explores the relationship between structure and fluidity found in classic menswear tailoring. Born from Francis’ personal obsession with quality garment construction, the collection exclusively uses natural materials throughout each design. The introduction of slashes and draping within the collection creates an interaction between structural and nonstructural form, allowing these otherwise familiar garments to be viewed in a new context.