Monica Vicente
Fashion Design BFA
Academy of Art University
Specialisms: Atelier - Pattern Cutting / Womenswear / Fashion Illustration
Location: Los Angeles, United States
Monica Vicente
First Name: Monica
Last Name: Vicente
Specialisms: Atelier - Pattern Cutting / Womenswear / Fashion Illustration
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My Location: Los Angeles, United States
University / College: Academy of Art University
Course / Program Title: Fashion Design BFA
About
Monica Vicente is a passionate and driven future Fashion designer studying at the Academy of Art University. She combines innovative and timeless designs, brought to life through her inspirations, experiences, aspects of her life, history, and storytelling. Monica specializes in blending textures, fabric manipulations, and silhouettes to develop unique pieces for individuals who want that distinctive sense of style or innovative designs that push current industry limits. Her design philosophy is fundamentally influenced by architecture, films, and elements from her roots and hometown. Her fashion journey began with a childhood fascination that evolved into a dedicated pursuit of pushing creative boundaries. This passion continues to fuel her creative vision today as she works toward her goal of making a lasting impact in the fashion industry.
"Interpretation of Hidden Fears" is a Fall/Winter collection that delves into the destructive nature and darkness of fear itself. I drew inspiration from the cinematic gothic horror/thriller film Suspiria (1977), captivated by its Art Nouveau architecture, saturated lighting, and symbolic imagery-all of which influenced the silhouettes throughout my collection. This inspiration led me to further explore textures and intense color stories. The color palette transitions from Bordeaux reds and toxic purples to nocturnal blacks, echoing the film's chromatic sense of dread. The avant-garde streetwear aesthetic is fused with psychedelic colors. 1977's Suspiria inspired sinuous lines that enfold within the pieces of the collection. The target audience for this collection can be described as an individual who is described as expressive and edgy. Someone who enjoys expressing through opulent, over-ornamented, but still has that balance of comfort as a wardrobe. My intention with this collection is to provide a sense of confidence in the wearer, wherever they are. The majority of these pieces can be worn for casual days or specific events. Grounded by the concept of weaving in my daily style and aesthetic, clean lines, functional layering, and restrained detailing. The collection features various styles o f coats, blazers, skirts, blouses, and even simple pieces where one can layer easily, but still have that unique sense of style. The fabrics were meticulously selected for the comfort of the wearer. It includes knits and wovens.
Vintage into the future collection is for Spring/Summer. The collection was inspired by an issue we face in the fashion industry, which is the waste and pollution of materials—the ability to repurpose these materials to create new, unique pieces for individuals. The collection targets individuals who enjoy unique, fun, and confident sustainable pieces. The collection embodies various sustainable and repurposed materials that incorporate yarn, denim, woven, and tulle. These are hand-woven to create a beautiful one-of-a-kind garment. The majority of the collection includes hues of blues, dark red, and beige to represent that spring feeling. It also brings comfort to those who enjoy sustainable fashion.
Thesis Project- Interpretation of Fear TEch pack
Thesis Project: Interpretation of Fear Tech pack gives a glimpse into the making and technical aspects of one of the pieces in the projects.