From Digital to Physical

Although I studied graphic design at university, I was constantly surrounded by fashion students and emerging designers. Being immersed in that environment had a huge influence on my creative thinking and sparked an interest in how visual systems could live beyond the screen. At the same time, I was developing experimental digital work and began looking for a physical outlet to translate those ideas into something tangible.

During lockdown, I used the time to fully commit to a personal project focused on graphic-heavy apparel. What started as experimentation quickly became a deeper exploration of process, collaboration, and storytelling through clothing.

Early Experiments: Applying Digital Language to Apparel

The initial pieces were driven by my digital design practice, translating cybernetic and dystopian aesthetics into wearable forms. These early experiments focused on bold graphics, texture, and construction, acting as a testing ground for how my visual language could exist in physical media rather than motion or screen-based work.

Early Experiments: Applying Digital Language to Apparel

The initial pieces were driven by my digital design practice, translating cybernetic and dystopian aesthetics into wearable forms. These early experiments focused on bold graphics, texture, and construction, acting as a testing ground for how my visual language could exist in physical media rather than motion or screen-based work.

Expanding the Narrative

Building on those foundations, I partnered with @larihazejager to create a new collection inspired by the aesthetic and conceptual weight of a dystopian future. This collaboration allowed the ideas developed in earlier pieces to evolve further, with greater emphasis on silhouette, material choice, and layered detailing.

Each garment was handmade using a range of production techniques, enabling a more experimental approach to construction and contributing to the collection’s raw, worn-in aesthetic.

One of the most memorable moments of the project was showcasing pieces at an underground catwalk during London Fashion Week, organised by a group of emerging designers. Experiencing the work in a live setting was completely new to me and remains a defining moment in my creative journey.

Continuing the Experiment

Since the show, I’ve continued to take on occasional apparel projects, using them as a way to further develop my personal visual language within streetwear. These pieces allow me to experiment freely while staying true to the style and themes established in earlier work. I’m keen to keep expanding this side of my practice...more to come.