Sportswear
Hypothetical Hiker
My thesis features convertible hiking-inspired pants and a fitted top, both with a tie component. This look was inspired by the idea of introspection and the human mind. I wanted to explore how people are capable of looking within and changing things about themselves. The knotted ties represent how even when everything is holding on by a thread inside the mind, it can come together. I chose a contrast color facing for the inside of the ties to express the introspection of the wearer.
Each tie was sewn with a contrast color facing to add dimension to the ties.
The side panels on the top were inspired by 18th century panniers meant to extend the figure’s hips.
Each panel of the pants can be untied and flipped to convert the panel to the color of the facing.
The back of the fitted top features panels for fit and a metal separating Riri zipper.
The flat front pants feature a fly zipper and a silk lining.
