VCD 454

Since I am originally of Punjabi descent I will be looking at that first as that is who I am and then start moving in to the areas of clothing I do wear. Punjabi Suit/clothing The Punjabi suit, also known as the salwar kameez, is an outfit worn primarily by Indian women but also by some men. The Punjabi suit became popular around the time of the Mogul Empire, from 1500 to 1700 c.e., and has continued to be worn by modern Indians to the present day. The Punjabi suit consists of a sleeved tunic-like top that hangs to mid thigh and loose trousers that become narrow at the ankle. A scarf, or dupatta, is often draped around the neck as an accompaniment to the suit. Made of a variety of light fabrics, such as cotton and silk, the Punjabi suit can be plain but is more often decorated with printed fabric or embroidery. The decorations found on the garment are highly symbolic, often designed to guard against evil spirits that might harm the wearer.   https://www.encyclopedia.com/fashion/enc...

  Critique with peers At this point I was looking to do something interactive to see what people's outputs were so I created different clothing silhouettes for them to put together.  The feedback I received was: - Could using a hybrid identity be more of an educational tool or exploration? - Piece of self-reflection? - Conduct a workshop? - A work that documents process, the meaning of certain clothing pieces? - If i'm looking at representing a culture 'as per compass' I definitely need to have their input and feedback and incorporate them into the whole process. After the critique I reflected on what was said and finally decided to change the direction I'm headed in. I want to now do a self-exploration of myself, my perspective and make it educational as well.  New compass below:   It looks like I'll be creating a book/ journal which will include looking at tradition then how my own working drawings can develop the traditional into something more modern but sti...

  Feedback from our 1 on 1 (Ant) - Could potentially research the different aspects of Indian clothing such as" > layers > embroidery > fabric > structure > silhouette > tradition & meaning   Go from there then funnel down on what I truly want to focus on.  Instead of it becoming a fashion final project where does/can the VCD aspect come through? If I make a book is it through the binding and use of materials for the cover? Could the exterior be fabric like and the interior consisting of knowledge.

Refining my compass and the direction I want to take Principles - To bring about a new identity through clothing for individuals like myself who consist of more than one culture/identity.  - Personally I don't like wearing Indian clothing that is too traditional at events and family gatherings. It just isn't me. I also can't just rock up in western attire as that doesn't show much respect for the culture I've been brought up in. - Clothing gives a sense of empowerment through choice. The Indian mindset is to fill things up. 'More is great, less is dull' I want to break/challenge these ideologies and create something fresh which coincides with the western influence. Observations Transformations over time. Even though clothing is meant to cover the body in Indian culture it has since changed.  Ideas - Look at the different silhouettes in indian and western clothing and figure out  style that encompasses both.  At this stage I'm still not too sure what dire...