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Kirsten Vos-van Ieperen
Fashion Design HBO Bachelor

Wdka Willem De Kooning Academy

Graduates: 2024

Specialisms: Sustainable Fashion/Textiles / Formal/Couture / Textile Innovation/Textile Art

My location: Utrecht, Netherlands

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Wdka Willem De Kooning Academy

Kirsten Vos-van Ieperen

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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

About

As a designer, I try to combine my passion for textiles with ethical and environmentally friendly principles, driven by my Christian values ​​of stewardship. My fascination with artisanal textile work reflects my respect for tradition and craftsmanship, and I strive to integrate sustainable techniques into my designs. By embracing quality and environmentally friendly textile methods, I hope to contribute to a fashion industry that is both environmentally responsible and aesthetically pleasing.

"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.