In times of limited resources fashion designers need to approach materiality on a new level. From February on 3 different artists, both established and upcoming, present their visions on alternative materials for alternative clothing in the drive-by expo.
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Helen Hennekes
"lach of ik schiet" ["laugh or i shoot"]
gips and textile
When Helen broke her back in a car-accident she decided to turn her handicap into a fashion. A corset as support to overcome tragic with a laughter.
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Tessa Verbei
untitled
dry paint, electric wire
evening dresses originating in the hardware store.
haute couture from the Hornbach.
a collection that illustrates that sources of inspiration doesn't have to lie in Paris or Milan.
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Paula Pontes
trouwen/ gothik/cocooning [marriage / gothic / cocooning]
plastic, table-sets, rubber and tubes
The grand dame of alternative fashion presents her timeless visions, giving a new live to what was designed for a different purpose.
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though again kept a secret to the last moment the opening of resistance and ephemerality soon attracted the attention of the curious by-passer, resisting ice and cold. Follow their example and drive-by!
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