Project:
Create a Brand that I would like to design for and create a five piece collection.
Goal:
Research ethnic dress, analyze design aspects of a partic- ular ethnic costume and adapt traditional dress to todays customer.
Concept/Inspiration:
Harajuka District of Tokyo Japan/Vivienne Westwood
Design Statement:
Connecting the two inspirations with the love Japan already has for Vivienne Westwood, I picked an inspirational look in the Japanese sub culture called Visual kei. It is a fashion style based on a musical subculture. The roots of the style came from Japanese rock and their love for American bands from the 80’s.
Customer Profile:
This customer loves making a visual statement when in the public eye. Their favorite spot is Harajuka where many young people engaged in cosplay (costume play).This look includes eccentric costumes to resemble anime characters, punk, and musicians from 1980’s American musicians like Motley Crue.
