Wdka Willem De Kooning Academy
Graduates: 2024
Specialisms: Sustainable Fashion/Textiles / Formal/Couture / Textile Innovation/Textile Art
My location: Utrecht, Netherlands
First Name: Kirsten
Last Name: Vos-van Ieperen
University / College: Wdka Willem De Kooning Academy
Course / Program: Fashion Design HBO Bachelor
Graduates: 2024
Specialisms: Sustainable Fashion/Textiles / Formal/Couture / Textile Innovation/Textile Art
My Location: Utrecht, Netherlands
"Dikaiosune" is a thought-provoking fashion/textile collection that intricately weaves together biblical themes with contemporary social and environmental challenges. Each garment serves as a poignant reflection of a specific plague, juxtaposed against a city grappling with analogous issues. This collection emphasizes the pressing need for unity and action in the face of climate change and ecological degradation. In a commitment to sustainability, the collection utilizes natural fabrics and plant-based dyes. This choice highlights eco-friendly practices while reinforcing the message of the collection: just as the plagues called for reflection and action, our current environmental situation demands the same urgency. "Dikaiosune" stands as a testament to the transformative power of fashion as a medium for social commentary. It is a call to action, urging us to confront our realities and work collectively toward a sustainable future. By synthesizing historical lessons with present-day challenges, this collection not only celebrates craftsmanship but also promotes awareness and inspires change within the fashion industry and beyond.