Two looks from "Convergence," a collection inspired by Pittsburgh's transformation from 1940–today.
The scarf reads "News-O-Rama," a store that was owned by my grandfather until its closure in 2004.
The Intarsia sweater depicts a rendition of Pitt Panther and should be an heirloom for generations.
Cable-knit sweatpants are a play on the collegiate cable sweater. Adjustable waist and ankle ties.
The blanket skirt is designed to keep the wearer warm at cold outdoor events like football games.
This collection was inspired by an assembly of photographs from the Carnegie Museum of Art’s Photography Collection that were taken between the years 1949 and 1952. They capture Pittsburgh in transition from a factory town to a city fit for modern times. I took inspiration from growing up in the Pittsburgh Metropolitan Area and witnessing Pittsburgh try to find a new identity again, creating looks that are practical yet have a sense that something doesn't belong.
Photographer: Meghan Barnes
Model: Sacha Lewis, Jessie Miller
Scenery Hill, Pennsylvania
Knitwear
