Exploring Italian heritage through iconic mid-century interior design as a starting point.

Tying together the theme of Castle, pulling from famed Italian blacksmith Filippo Negroli, making a suit of armour using painted fabrication & Jordan Gogo's tile motif.

Articulated pieces of Tanaka-felted armour attach by press studs and hinge with movement.

Design, Patternmaking & Construction by Myself.

Textiles by Aryah
@tt_o_jp

Modelled by Lydia
@lydiakivela

Images & Video taken at AAFW 2022

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