The creations of 16 fashion and design students at Otago Polytechnic were being captured on video earlier this week at the Dunedin School of Art, ahead of the end of year Collections Fashion Show. Garments by 16 fashion and design students at Otago Polytechnic were being captured on video this week, ahead of Friday's Collections Fashion Show. PHOTOS: ALLIED PRODUCTIONS And students like Isabella Dudley-Farnham are enjoying getting to share their work with others, and to explain the ideas behind their pieces.
"Ballet of the Dolls is inspired by the relationship between a young girl and her doll, delving into her from a feminist lens. "What this does to a young girl's psyche and if these dolls are a damaging thing growing up." A collection by Otago Polytechnic student Emily Guylee draws inspiration from the Greek mythology of Eros and Psyche.
"I just hope that they kind of understand the literal storytelling but also have an emotional impact from the collection," she said. Otago Polytechnic says Ōtepoti fashion students are celebrated nationwide for originality, wearability, and focus on sustainability. Philippa Hoogsteden Casey said her surroundings fed her creativity.
"My inspiration is the community, people, and the natural environment, where I live. It's Blueskin Bay, in Waitati." This collection by Otagp Polytechnic student Philippa Hoogsteden was inspired by her community and the natural environment in Blueskin Bay.
- By Fahim Ahmadasri, made with the support of NZ On A.
