Marie Cunliffe

This collection is inspired by aerial imagery of the earth. It

explores another viewpoint. The concept is based on an alternative
perspective. This is shown through draped shapes contrasting with
structural, heavy weight textiles. The earths contours, fluidity,
textures and colour have been translated into print. Fabrics include
coral crushed pleats and cobwebbed wool, with robust metal and
plastic garments, which create soft silhouettes in unusual ways.
A key feature of this collection has been a satin-metal woven
fabric, which has been introduced into clothing for the first time.
The fabric can be sculpted, allowing for the designs to be moulded.
The light reacts to the contours taken from the research imagery.
The relationship between the delicate and the durable creates
unexpected results.
marie_cunliffe@hotmail.co.uk www.mledesign.co.uk +44 7814 911 027
Biddle Sawyer Silks - Silk sponsor
David Frizzell - Tutor
Gwenhyfar Fagan - Model
Lynn Tandler - Textile supplier
Milly Bruce - Graphic designer
Nancy Bissell - Make-up artist
Paul Simonson - Tutor
Scott Carthy - Photographer
Sophie Hallette - Lace sponsor
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