MOSF Capsule Fashion Design by Viktoria Marchev |
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| DESIGN NAME: MOSF Capsule PRIMARY FUNCTION: Fashion Design INSPIRATION: The inspiration of this collection was based on science-fiction movies. The color scheme of white, cyber blue and blue resonate with the minimalism of futuristic interiors and the signature shape of the collection (hexagons) is also widely used in space or space-related design, the idea was to evoke this ambience with the 3-piece collection. UNIQUE PROPERTIES / PROJECT DESCRIPTION: In the framework of a collaboration with The Museum of Science-Fiction (MOSF) in Washington, DC, the designer created a capsule collection, consisting of 3 looks made of silicone rubber. The designer has been experimenting with silicone rubber since 2014 and this collaboration was an opportunity to showcase the future potential of this material. Each look was designed to represent 1 important feature of silicone rubber. OPERATION / FLOW / INTERACTION: The designer's inspirations to use silicone in her designs are: - 3D molded patterns can be created, as the thickness of the fabric can be controlled and allows visibility of layers at different depths - the technology can be controlled to a very high level of precision, so mass production is available too - the material simultaneously has a strong hold and is flexible - it can be produced with almost no waste - cleaning doesn't need excessive amount of detergent or a machine, as the waterproof surface can be easily wiped and disinfected PROJECT DURATION AND LOCATION: The project duration was 1 month in July, 2020 including the design, preparation and implementation. The pieces were all designed in New York and Connecticut, USA. FITS BEST INTO CATEGORY: Fashion, Apparel and Garment Design |
PRODUCTION / REALIZATION TECHNOLOGY: The pieces are made of liquid silicone rubber molded into their final form with handmade molds. The designer usually uses silicone of different hardness, for this capsule collection she decided to work with a very soft silicone, which has a relatively short curing time. Because the pot time and curing time are given, the preparation process is important before the actual pouring takes place. For the waterproof concept, on top of the soft silicone garment, harder transparent silicone pockets represent the idea of water resistance. This harder silicone cures for 4 hours, and as multiple layers are applied to achieve the transparent water pockets, this design required the most time to make. SPECIFICATIONS / TECHNICAL PROPERTIES: Look 1: 3D, a top and bottom with hexagon patterns, US 0 size Look 2: a top and skirt with transparent water pockets, US 0 size Look 3: A 2-piece bodysuit molded into one, US 0 size TAGS: fashion, design, garment, silicone, rubber, pouring, molding, technology, 3D, futuristic, sci-fi RESEARCH ABSTRACT: The designer's first experiments with silicone rubber started in 2014. Since then the designer created multiple collections based on this material, each time upgrading the technology. SS2015 CLONES The foundation of the technology SS2017 SKIN DEEP Introducing transparent hard silicone vests FW2017 IN THE COCOON Expanding the volume to big-scale pieces SS2018 SPLASH Injecting water between layers of silicone FW2019 POSSESSION Multiple-piece outfits The capsule collection builds on different improvements achieved in the subsequent collections. CHALLENGE: Because of the nature of the collaboration the idea needed to be more technological, and function-oriented. The designer focused on highlighting such qualities of the material, which besides their aesthetics truly prove their functionality from a sustainable future perspective. The waterproof concept builds on the technology developed for the designer's Spring/Summer 2019 collection 'SPLASH'. The designer wanted to make sure the water pockets are applicable to carry other liquids than water, which might be important during a space flight. The designer needed to upgrade her technology to control the shape of the pockets considering the volume. There was a need for actual space between the transparent layers of silicone, instead of relying on the liquid to shape the soft silicone to gain its form. To control the shape and size, the designer needed to switch to harder silicone, so the liquid would stay within the framework provided by the layers and at the same time a thicker space holder to provide extra room during the pouring process which later on needed to be almost invisibly removed. With this technology, the size, shape and the water flow can be much more precisely controlled and this approach makes the pockets more durable. ADDED DATE: 2022-03-25 22:46:10 TEAM MEMBERS (1) : VIKTORIA MARCHEV, FASHION DESIGNER IMAGE CREDITS: Photography: Dobrin Marchev, www.dobrinmarchev.com |
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NAME: Viktoria Marchev for MOSF PROFILE: Viktoria Marchev is a fashion designer, who has been experimenting with silicone rubber since 2014 to support her sci-fi ambience concepts. She has created numerous collections using and upgrading the technology, her designs have been showcased at International Fashion Weeks and been published in fashion magazines. The Museum of Science-Fiction (MOSF) currently functions as an on-line museum based in Washington, DC, USA. The primary purpose of the exhibitions is education. The founders think science-fiction is an ideal device in sparking interest and spurring proficiency in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math). |
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Mosf Capsule Fashion Design by Viktoria Marchev is Runner-up for A' Design Award in Fashion, Apparel and Garment Design Category, 2021 - 2022.· Press Members: Login or Register to request an exclusive interview with Viktoria Marchev. · Click here to register inorder to view the profile and other works by Viktoria Marchev. |
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