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Enigmatic Vesture

Upcycled clothing and art, borne from necessity and a burning desire to make useful, beautiful things out of what would otherwise be garbage.

Project Upcycle 2023

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Hosted by RecoverGirl at 3S Artspace, Portsmouth, NH. October 2023 

On a Thursday evening in October, 8 designers met their pile of materials (donated end-run fabrics and assorted clothing items) and their models and embarked on a 48-hour race to the runway. I was among them.

This coat, made from a heavy-weight poly twill, printed cotton, a pair of snow pants, metallic leather, and hand-made bias tape from a poly silk-like garment is an oversized, Japanese-inspired design that zips up the front and features a poppable collar and working zippered pockets in the lapel. Matching balloon short pants, a silver vest, and ankle warmers completed this enigmatic New England Streetwear look. 
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Photo by Alyssa Duncan. Model: Tim Allison. Shoes by Duck Feet.

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Grandmothers' Remains

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Collection made for the 2023 'White & Cream' Biddeford Ball. Materials include tablecloths and other used textiles passed down through generations, given a new life in this animated set of unique pieces. Masks by Sean Hasey. 

Models: Elizabeth Mulkey (Panther), Nick Fuller Googins (Crow), Assasi (as himself), Sean Hasey (dog), Chrystina Gastelum (fox). Not pictured: Bird and Goat.
Photography: Assasi, Chrystina Gastelum, and Jalin Ink

Find us on the Gram: @enigmaticvesture

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Photo Jalin Ink https://jalininkphoto.com/
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Photo Jalin Ink https://jalininkphoto.com/
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