SPRING 2025 READY-TO-WEAR
Beyond was the title of the Fashion Institute of Technologys Masters program show.
Chosen collectively, the theme, the students wrote, explores the limitless possibilities where creativity knows no borders.
Though not at all bodycon, these garments had organic shapes.
Urvi Selarka, who describes herself as a 3D artist, created undulating sculptural body surrounds.
Of particular note was a semi-sheer scalloped dress with horn-like extensions at the top of the sleeves.
From Natalia Robles Oteiza there were sheer, boned cages worn over simple sheaths.
Alongside her keep-your-distance designs were close-to-the-body dresses with fabric flowers that literally hung from threads.
Her button and loop closures allowed for customization.
Practicing a gentler form of decon was Ziling Dong, whose line up was well-named Harmonious Collision.
Soft sculpture might be the best way to describe Brunela Ramirezs blown-up designs.
Winsome was a padded, hooded coat and huge pants, a high fashion take onFrozen, perhaps?
The title of her collection?
There was nothing hard-edged about Yixuan Nies whimsical collection.
It was based on characters that she imagined taking part in life in her native Beijing.
In contrast to that fairytale-like narrative, Yixuan Apple Zhao engaged with politics.
She took on gender, size inclusivity, and queer culture.
Representing opposite ends of the spectrum were the collections of Ashleen Tuteja and Talia Abbe.
Bubble Wrap was the title of Talia Abbes fantastical and playful inflatable latex looks in Crayola colors.
You wouldnt guess that this project was rooted in the designers own mental health issues.
I almost wanted this protective bubble, said the designer.
Not everyone, it seems, is living in a post-Covid world.
Students seem to have been inordinately affected.
