Figment Accessories

The accessories range accompanies my graduate collection, Figment. The concept centres around the psychological impact and aesthetic value of fashion through the juxtaposition of fantasy and functionality. I explored this within my accessories through using fabrics such as organza to make typically functional hats and bags. The bag may have less practical function as a result of the fabric choice, but does it instead develop a psychological function of transporting a wearer into a fantasy world of fashion and acting as a means of escapism. I believe the fashion industry is shifting to a more gender fluid way of designing and showcasing which is reflected in the way the range includes menswear, womenswear and unisex accessories. Sustainability really important within my practice so I have used oddments, offcuts and second hand wedding decor to create the layers of organza as well as the knitwear elements.