resistance and ephemerality

fashion from alternative materials

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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