‘Silent Pool’ is a conceptual unisex fashion project that consists of prints relevant for Spring/Summer. Through imagery linked to the local folklore tale of Surrey’s Silent Pool, this personal collection tells the story of the distinctive Japanese Willow Pattern plate. Combining historical references of Japan’s Edo period art with modern fashion trends has led to the creation of eclectic print designs. With a sustainable approach to textiles, this collection is produced using donated, deadstock, second-hand and high-quality fabrics that are designed to last. The final application of the designs allow for alternate styling and are created for multiple wearers. Silent Pool is meant to introduce longevity and allow wearers to share garments with friends.
Final Line-up
Concept and Colour Board
Visual Development
'Woodcut' and 'Woven Tote'
Bucket dyed silk using acid dyes with a one-layer vat screen print on top. 'Willow Tree' tells the story of how two lovers cannot be together and how their "chang will sink" and "blossoms fall from the willow tree". Combining photographic imagery of willow trees with toile-style drawing led to the creation of this modern and electric fabric sample.
Each fabric sample in this collection tells a different part of the narrative of the 'Willow Plate' using imagery personal to me such as Surrey's Silent Pool and RHS Wisley garden.
Material and Application Board
