Petals & Pistons

Front view of wide-leg blue denim overalls with white ink print cargo pockets and leather patches

Workwear-inspired denim overall featuring contrasting top stitching and cargo pockets

Back view of blue denim overalls with open back, ribbon ties, zip closure, and ink printed back pockets

The ribbon closures connect to the straps, exposing the back.

Front view of blue denim overalls with cargo pockets, white ink printing, and leather patches floating on tan background

Denim overalls feature hand-drawn ink prints along pockets.

Lower back view of blue denim overalls in motion, featuring printed back pockets, zipper closure, and top stitching

Back view showcases wide-legged silhouette and hand-drawn ink prints centered on the back pockets.

Detail shot of left lower denim pant pocket, hem, and leather patch on pocket flap. Pocket and patch feature white ink print and top stitching.

Leather patches display hand-drawn ink prints and top stitching.

An exploration of cultural blending, this body of work explores the union between a German immigrant and a Southern African American in 1930s Detroit. Through western influences, contemporary silhouettes, and Midwestern streetwear, the work translates their legacy into a tangible expression of love, identity, and generational evolution.

Tiah Davison

Michigan

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