Orbicular

Exploring circular forms through material manipulation.

Orbicular was a concept garment inspired by the curved form and endlessness of a circle.

It combined folding techniques with winding contouring shapes to convey the infinity of circles in a subtler way.

model wears a sculptural top with 3D pleated sections that contour
model wears a sculptural top with 3D pleated sections that contour around the neck and upper back

Materials

Cotton panels with hand-stitched pleat sections, metal hooks & eyes.

Skills

Concept development, design, draping, pattern-making, sewing, photography

Credits

Modelled by Megan Cooke-Allen

Completed in 2010, as part of my BA in Fashion Design.