MiA GeBaUER

Transparency

My original source of inspiration is the tree. Trees are exposed to the elements; strong wind twists and bends their branches in one direction that distort their original shape.

As my father restores antique furniture, I have been always been fascinating with the quality of wood grain and the beautiful pattern it contains.

My collection references the pattern created by the grown rings that are used to circulate, twist and envelop the body.

The woodlouse that lives within the trees, with its striped body armour is also referenced within my pieces.

As my collection is inspired by strength of trees and woodlouse armour and delicacy of what is hidden inside. I have used contrasting fabrics- millinery netting with its stiff structure, yet flexible, and have combined this with net tulle and fluid jersey to conjure up the concept of transparent fragility.

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