active indulgence

Active indulgence, lifestyle capsule for the modern dancer

A lifestyle capsule for the modern dancer.

concept development

‘20s & 30s fashion & culture was fun, vibrant & luxurious

We develop memories & emotion in clothes, these are the ones that become our favourites... 

... these clothes should feel great and spark joy when we wear them.

designing for a dancer

Collaging for shape and designing around the body & main muscle groups for support and elegance

Photo by Sophie Collins

Long neck for warmth and comfort while cooling down or warming up

testing & development

Combing bias cutting and stretch for extra movement and comfort

Photo by Sophie Collins

Hybrid construction | glueing and sewing to create sharp lines and strong seams.

Photo by Sophie Collins

Base layer patterns were digitised using a gerber then modified & perfected using Illustrator. The digitised patterns were then cut using a laser cutter.

technical design

Photo by Sophie Collins
Photo by Sophie Collins

Laser cut pattern pieces are glued for accuracy of shape | neckline is reinforced with rubber & cover-stitched to finish.

Inseam and crotch seam are flat locked for extra security and strength | sculpting leg seams are bonded for strength & to help muscle groups.

Photo by Sophie Collins
Photo by Sophie Collins
Photo by Sophie Collins
Photo by Sophie Collins

line up

Photo by Sophie Collins
Photo by Sophie Collins
Photo by Sophie Collins
Photo by Sophie Collins

the capsule

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