Jakub MatiaSoviC

This collection is a continuation of my bachelor research and collection COM-CON-TE . In the collection, I am still inspired by the design side of brutalist and Soviet architecture. When designing, I heavily emphasize sustainability and see the possibility of creating a specific model from materials that I already have available and using the upcycling method. I use eco-leather, fabrics from secondhand/donated sportswear, parachute, construction fabric used for scaffolding, which is also included in the unisex bag in my collection. I also deconstruct biker shorts, which I later drape around the body and create a new original piece of clothing from them. I used this technique in the current collection, when preparing an elastic female top by fastening it around the neck.

My inspiration for the print in the collection comes from my second phase of undergraduate research. In which, this time I wanted to draw attention to air pollution in the fashion industry and therefore I decided to design various prints with hand painted smoke patterns.Instead of using screenprint I used digital print to minimize water and ink waste used during the process.
With my collection, I try to prove that there is another way to make sustainable clothes that are comfortable, functional and stylish. The main aspects of my creations are functionality, everyday use and comfort when wearing my designs.