KAESHA DARLINGUNBALANCED SELF An exploration of Erik Erikson’s fourth stage of psychological development, identity vs. role confusion. In this stage one must successfully merge the many versions of themself and the roles they have filled, into a cohesive identity. This merging of identities requires self exploration and discovery, which I delve into and attempt to…
ARUSHI CHOPRA[DIALECTICA] Centering on gender expression and sustainability, the [DIALECTICA] 2021 genderless day-eveningwear collection aims to modernize traditional Indian silhouettes. Key styles which have become staples in the closets of both men and women are streamlined to create genderless interpretations. Modular separates that could easily integrate into any daywear wardrobe complete this innovative and time-honouring…
CATHERINE CHENMAISON DE CHAT This collection Maison De Chat displays a cat’s personality and characteristics, such as independent, curious, playful, and mysterious. It is inspired by the silhouette and elements of Victorian fashion. The hourglass is the silhouette throughout the whole collection, which emphasizes women’s body curves. The philosophy behind the collection is that you…
ALANA TRISTAIN3RD PRIME 3RD PRIME is the investigation of the origins of colour, as well as the exploration of abstract art converted into modern design, challenging both the worlds of art and design. CLOSING STATEMENT This collection is the embodiment of everything I have learned up until now. Before entering the Fashion Design Program, I…
JOELLE CHACRATHAWRA (REVOLUTION) COLLECTION The THAWRA (REVOLUTION) COLLECTION is Inspired by the corruption and recent drastic events of the explosion that happened in Lebanon on 04/08/2020. Narrating the structures and dynamics of corruption within Lebanon, showcasing the relationship of emotion with real life events within the construction of dress. Each colour within this collection is…
ANDREA ZOMBORIALTERED WHIMSY Altered Whimsy is a self-portrait photo series that strives to visually and critically idolize a sustainable lifestyle by creating a fantasy world based around this premise. All items in the shoots were produced with second hand, repurposed, recycled, or zero waste materials. The making of the project was recorded in the planning,…
REBECCA YOUNGRAGHOUSE Taking pause amidst a global pandemic, it has become more obvious than ever that the fast-paced high-powered 21st century society takes a toll on its environment and the people living in it. The fashion industry itself has become a driving force in some of the highest textile and water waste numbers the world…
ADRIENNE DICKODYSSEY ODYSSEY is Adrienne Dick’s 4th year Fashion Communication capstone project for Ryerson University. The editorial book explores the journey and interplay of confidence and shame and their effects on the identity of Canadian female entrepreneurs. Their intersectional lives reveal different barriers, successes, setbacks and opportunities, each of which amalgamate into a journey that…
NICOLE PREIANOREALIGNING THE FASHION INDUSTRY Why are timeless styles always the most useful? Throughout this project I analyze the 90s minimalism movement and the impact it made on fashion history. The ideology behind the 90s minimalist framework really challenged the industry as a whole, and designers began to merge the concept of practicality and fashion…
JIHAN PISANIETHICS VS. AESTHETICS With this study I am aiming to explore the ethical, moral and maybe even the political aspects on the use of skins in the industry. Over 50 million animals die a year to be used in garments. With technology today there is no need to kill animals when machines can create…
