FMP: BOB X ELTON

BOB X ELTON - THE UNEXPECTED FRIENDSHIP BETWEEN MUSIC ICON AND RACING DRIVER! My final collection is inspired by the unexpected friendship between musical icon Elton John and rally car driver Bob Bean. Capturing the character that Elton expresses in his stage outfits showing his creativity and individuality over the years, combined with the design of my grandad's rallying racesuits. Bob is the oldest rally car driver in Britain, aged 82, and I have incorporated his achievements into creating a story showing the friendship between the two different characters. Statement silhouettes, ruffles and pleats are inspired by Elton, whilst details such as the ‘seatbelt’ straps and piping originate from the old rallying racesuits. Fabric is a main focus with a variety of textures, including pleated velvet, two-tone taffeta and dupion silk.