The diploma thesis deals with sustainable aspects and practices in the fields of textile and clothing design, with a focus on post-use and upcycling. It shows the development of handmade textiles and textures from discarded materials using different hand textile techniques. The newly created textiles are transferred to clothes and used for creation, resulting in a collection of new clothes.
The theoretical part presents the water consumption in the textile industry and its negative impact on environmental pollution. The in-depth exploration of water is also an artistic starting point for experimental work. The greatest consumption and pollution of water occurs in the initial processes of raw material production and during dyeing. Cotton, cotton textiles and denim, which are among the most wasteful, are put in the foreground.
The issue of discarded waste textiles and clothing is explored in more detail. These accumulate in huge quantities, especially in third world countries, and their long period of decomposition is highly polluting for the environment and the local groundwater. They also place burden on the local population and economy.
The second part of the theoretical part refers to textile art and its importance in the everyday life of an individual, i.e. how something that was created to protect our bodies has been transformed throughout history into art that depicts different themes and communicates and raises awareness. As the textiles used in the fashion industry leave a strong carbon footprint, more and more fashion designers are devoting themselves to exploring and creating new garments from techniques such as upcycling.
The experimental part of the thesis involves exploring different textures and textiles made from waste clothing, fabrics and dead stock, using hand looms, a weaving frame and techniques such as crochet, quilting, patchwork. The new clothes were developed in a sustainable spirit through upcycling. Handmade textiles become a new garment or upgrade and transform an existing garment. The design of the clothing collection was carried out by directly draping textiles and garments over the body and by making collages of new silhouettes in Photoshop program.
The clothes produced are contemporary, voluminous (sculptural), with interesting surface textures. They are unique yet wearable, with the added value of handmade textiles. The clothing collection is feminine and with a hint of a sporty look. They are comfortable and easy to wear. The target group are women who are self-confident and elegant, for whom comfort and durability are important.
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