Whitehouse Institute of Design Australia

‘After’ imagines a future where humanity has faced the tipping point of climate change and chosen to heal. In this future, fashion has become both an act of remembrance and a tool for regeneration. Garments draw on the earth’s raw form, depicting a symbiotic relationship between creativity, technology and nature.

‘Below the Surface’ takes its audience on an emotional and physical journey through the layers of the ocean, metaphorically representing a journey from the freedom of youth to the complexity of adulthood. Each look within the collection delves deeper into the depths, embodying building pressure in both the physical and metaphorical sense.

‘Love and Loathing’ is inspired by the power dynamics and raw vulnerability of love, reflecting on how intimacy can both protect and expose us. It draws on 16th century Renaissance and medieval silhouettes, shown through corsetry, voluminous sleeves and drapery. Recycled materials are reimagined and hand-dyed with rusted metals.

‘Rough Cut Diamonds’ is a message to seek beauty within people regardless of appearance, playing on the metaphor of a “diamond in the rough”. It takes visual inspiration from the process of mining raw diamonds, interpreted through the use of handpainting and textile manipulation.

Taking inspiration from the empowered silhouettes of Charlie’s Angels, ‘Electric Heritage’ reimagines the vibrant energy of ’70s and ’80s London fashion through the lens of indie rock and cinematic glamour. Designs are further shaped by musical influences like Blondie, The Police and Muse, inviting wearers to embrace a sense of confidence and nostalgia.