Work in Ruins

Model wears a full-length black gown that has for its top a deconstructed suit fashioned into a corset, and at bottom black, floor-length, layered skirts.

Deconstructed-suit corset with asymmetrical, black satin skirt over polka-dot tulle petticoat.

Model wears a beige canvas floor-length dress, mimicking a dress form, under a gray striped wool-suiting corset, collapsing over the dress and a freeform skirt.

Dress-form canvas dress under a deconstructed-suit collapsing corset and freeform draped skirt.

Model wears a gray A-line cape dress with thread-lacing detail.

Crinoline cape with lace appliqué and thread lacing unraveling the construction of the garment.

Two models wearing floor-length gown made from deconstructed striped wool suits. At left, the gown includes a sleeveless beige layer under a gray wool loosely laced corset and draped skirt. At right, model wears a full-length black gown that has, for its top, a deconstructed suit fashioned into a corset, and at bottom black, floor-length, layered skirts.

Deconstructed garments that combine traditional tailoring techniques with evening-wear construction.

This collection explores the relationship between vulnerability and creation in an unstable world, using fashion as a medium to examine resilience and adaptability. The pieces feature deconstruction and a repurposing of traditional garment-making techniques, exposing raw construction elements to reflect themes of instability and restoration. This work bridges personal experiences with broader global issues, challenging conventional fashion norms and redefining stability in a time of uncertainty.

Credits

Photographer: Nikolas Ray
Model: Natalie Pienkawa, Nakai Sherman, Lauren Murphy
Hair And Makeup: Ava Salcido, Jennie Segedin
Casting: Ronnie Ponto
Production: Jason Simoes

Project Video