Tuesday 31 July 2007

More Recycled NZ Fashion

In an unprecedented sneak preview, The Dominion Post revealed one of the designs to be entered in the WOW - World of WearableArt - Awards to be held in Wellington this September.

Susan Holmes' WOW design entry modelled by Lorraine Downes - Copyright: Phil Reid/The Dominion Post
The design, by New Zealand fabric artist Susan Holmes, is an outfit beautiful constructed from various recycled items such as an old lampshade, pre-loved fabrics, fencing wire and flax baskets.

Ms Holmes' creation was commissioned by WOW sponsor Montana to celebrate its Brut Cuvess sparkling wine and was inspired by a visit to Marlborough's Brancott Winery. The artist said
"I took my cues from the rolling hills at the winery, the weather, the vines, soil and grapes. The colours I have used represent the hues of nature".

Source: Article - The Dominion Post, 19Jul07 via Stuff

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