The Abstract Goddess

The objective of this assignment was to practice designing into categories. I chose to design into the dress category as I found it more relatable to my inspiration: Circe, the greek goddess of sorcery and witchcraft. My goal with this project was to incorporate her story into my designs as she was suppressed, undermined, and a forgotten figure in the legends. I was really inspired by her story and what she represents. Her story is a trope in today’s modern world and I think we all can learn a few things from her personality and experiences. I created a woven tapestry textile from an iconographic painting of her. This artwork shows her alluring qualities inviting the viewer in, and leaving little room for distraction. I chose to incorporate harnesses in the collection to contrast the femininity of the dresses and display a form of suppression that comes from her story. In doing so, I wanted to the power that these attributes have on the wearer by them taking back the power in themselves.