Creative Design: Undergraduate

Morning Tide

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Abstract

Morning Tide is a look from a 6-piece collection called Temporal. The entire collection is inspired by the ocean tide and the life and beauty that the meeting of water and land creates. This inspired every aspect of my design, from the flowy, organic silhouette to the textures and colors. This particular design interprets the ambiance of the low, morning tide, invoking a soothing and tranquil feeling. In an industry that continues to pollute water with toxic synthetic dyes, this garment takes a different route. The wastewater from dyeing this garment will not be harmful to the environment because all of the dye techniques used (cochineal, indigo, and recycled metal rusting) are natural and sustainable. This look shows that clothes do not always have to be dyed with the vibrant colors of synthetic dyes to be beautiful.

How to Cite:

Kwong, R., (2016) “Morning Tide”, International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Conference Proceedings 73(1).