Kasie Lung - Hiemal

Eveningwear - Autumn / Winter 2020

Hiemal | (adj.) of or relating to winter

This eveningwear gown was fabricated through experimentation with draping techniques and pleating different shapes. Triangular shapes were selected due to interesting folds created at the edges of the pleated pieces. From this, further exploration was conducted using different sizes, formations, and placement of triangles. This eveningwear dress was largely inspired by winter, specifically the freezing of waterfalls and glaciers. Upon seeing the light peau-de-soie fabric, the inspiration of frozen waterfalls was evoked.

The pleated panels are meant to imitate frozen water and icicles, paired with the jade green skirt which simulates flowing water that has yet to freeze. Essentially, the concept is that the dress is becoming frozen starting from top to bottom, just as freshwater does. This gradual effect was integrated since frozen waterfalls are formed as a result of gradual process and development. The beaded fabric contains embroidered branches and leaves that replicate frozen greenery surrounding frozen waterfalls.

Awards + Shows + Exhibitions

International Textile and Apparel Association (ITAA) Annual Conference 2019 - Undergraduate Student Design Exhibition (view the exhibition catalog here on page 104)

Lindt Award for Design Excellence

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