Damir Doma SS 2010

The Garment that I chose to evaluate and describe is one from my favorite minimalist designer, Damir Doma. It is an elongated, exaggerated, blood-red cardigan with an oversized, 'drapey' hood. The cardigan features a small closure that provides the eye some movement in the garment in the form of an arrow pointing towards the right arm. The fabric of the garment seems to be a silk/cotton blend because of the see-through aspect, visible on the bottom left of the cardigan. The red resembles an almost 'deity-like' presence and the cut of the cardigan resembles something of what we know a greek god would have worn. The garment embodies oversized sleeves that fall at just the right angle into the larger than normal pockets which gives off a priest like aesthetic.
The garment seems to be synonymous with religion, possibly corruption, some form of deity, and of course the gods, be it greek or roman. There is a level of mystery within this garment. The garment may not entail so much intricate detailing, visually, but the cut, length, and color are a whole story in themselves.

(photo borrowed from the internet)

Impossible Conversations: Alexander McQueen

One of the biggest influences on my entire design process and thinking is Lee Alexander McQueen.
McQueen died  on february 11th, 2010. He was renowned all over the world for his designs, craft, and his consistency of designing a tailored, well fitted garment.
McQueen always 'brought something new to the table', in that he was always thinking of concept and how to get the message through his work.
McQueen is such a huge inspiration for me because for him it wasn't just about fashion. There was meaning to it and a clear direct message that was lingering around each and every piece he did. For me, that is the most important thing, in that there is something that a person wearing or just observing from the garment, can take with them; and therefore, remember that specific piece for it's significance presented and directed by the designer.
I try accomplish this acquired skill and technique of message and conceptual direction in my designs by thinking about the relationships between the coexistent concepts within our lives and present in our surroundings as well as daily life. I actually find it kind of fun to try and find these connections and relationships between the most broad of topics, and most specific of things.
I strive to be a designer who thinks and not just designs.

Rest in Peace Lee Alexander McQueen

My favorite collection he ever did. 

It's beautiful, 

elegant, 

and 

it has a story. 

(photos borrowed from the internet)