GATHERED SYSTEMS
This modular project approaches sustainability through structural design rather than surface-level solutions. By integrating modular construction with smocking techniques, the garment is conceived as an adaptable system—capable of expansion, reconfiguration, and multiple modes of wear. Smocking generates elasticity and dimension directly within the textile, minimizing reliance on synthetic stretch fibers while accommodating a range of body shapes and movement. The modular components extend the garment’s lifespan by enabling transformation rather than replacement, reducing the need for excess production. Through this approach, sustainability is embedded in the design logic itself, prioritizing adaptability, longevity, and thoughtful engagement between garment and wearer.
This modular project approaches sustainability through structural design rather than surface-level solutions. By integrating modular construction with smocking techniques, the garment is conceived as an adaptable system—capable of expansion, reconfiguration, and multiple modes of wear. Smocking generates elasticity and dimension directly within the textile, minimizing reliance on synthetic stretch fibers while accommodating a range of body shapes and movement. The modular components extend the garment’s lifespan by enabling transformation rather than replacement, reducing the need for excess production. Through this approach, sustainability is embedded in the design logic itself, prioritizing adaptability, longevity, and thoughtful engagement between garment and wearer.