ADAPT

Adapt is a seasonless textile collection inspired by decorative antiques found within the cobbled streets of Berlin. The muse for ‘Adapt’ is a 40-60 year-old woman with increasing environmental values and whom therefore strives to consume less. She still wants to self-express her continually developing personality and meet her ever-changing social and practical needs through her clothing. Slow hand processes are adopted, such as couching, Sashiko stitch, fraying and hand-painting to promote 'slow' consumption. The samples also employ pleating, innovative pattern cutting and metal/elastic cord fastenings to allow for transformability. This concept increases the interaction and creativity available within a garment to aid longevity; consumers develop a user-object relationship and consequently cherish the garment for longer. By utilising second-hand, strong and 100% materials that will biodegrade, 'Adapt' also supports a circular economy.