K!III!NO V1.5
INFO
This skirt is crafted from multiple pairs of repurposed denim pants, meticulously deconstructed and reassembled to create a new silhouette while achieving high levels of contrast through pattern construction. It is adorned with numerous intricate details, including curved line work, 1/2-inch soft pleats on the front panel, offset stacked cargo pockets on the rear side, and a braided lasso-like waistband tool strap, among others.
The entire piece is constructed using heavy-weight 100% cotton denim and secured with B49 bonded nylon thread to ensure its longevity.
SIZING
Small:
This skirt is made for petite AMAB and AFAB folk sized folk with the waist coming in at 30”
Model size reference:
IO : 5’10” and 160lbs
CONCEPTS IN DESIGN
This skirt is intentionally designed to embody the concept of duality. It showcases contrast not only in the colors on the front side but also throughout its silhouette, asymmetrical designs, and the subversion of what is traditionally considered American appeal.
The pattern itself explores the notion of transfiguration, shedding light on the duality inherent in our world, encompassing aspects of identity, perception, immigration, tradition, and social ideologies.
Having been raised by first and second-generation immigrants from southern Japan and Central Mexico, I've experienced this constant duality—navigating between the belief in the American dream and the reality of living as a BIPOC immigrant in America.
MATERIALS
Restored:
2x M Unisex denim jeans
Sourced:
2x 2” Rhodium square-shapes sliders
Bonded nylon b49 thread
CREATION TIME
10 Total hours
Sourcing new materials:
1x hours
Restoring materials:
4x hours of cleaning, removing stains, cultivating usable materials
Preparation :
1x hours
Creation:
3.5x hours
Cleanup:
.5x hours
CLEANING & CARE
Hand wash with warm water and laundry soap; avoid rough abrasions against the fabric. Gently wring out the wet garment. Hang it up to air dry. Since the material is thick, it may take some time for the garment to dry completely. Store the damp garment in a warm, dry area until it is fully dry. Once dry, you can press and steam it if necessary. You can also use starch to stiffen the material if desired
STORAGE
When the garment is dry and ready to be set aside for storage, you have two options: folding or hanging. Hanging is the preferred choice as it allows the fibers to naturally align with gravity and stay in sync with each other. However, if you choose to fold, keep in mind that denim holds creases well but may require steaming or pressing to remove any wrinkles.
For archival storage, fold the garment into a desired, even-sized square that fits inside an airtight vacuum-sealed bag. Once sealed, store it in light-tight containers, making sure there are no objects that can puncture the bag.
When you're ready to remove the garment from archival storage, release the air slowly, allowing the fabric to expand naturally without any irritation. Once the fabric has stopped expanding with air, open the bag and remove the clothing to hang. Hanging will naturally allow the fibers to align with the pattern and drape correctly. From there, you can proceed with the cleaning and drying process to prepare the garment for use.
INFO
This skirt is crafted from multiple pairs of repurposed denim pants, meticulously deconstructed and reassembled to create a new silhouette while achieving high levels of contrast through pattern construction. It is adorned with numerous intricate details, including curved line work, 1/2-inch soft pleats on the front panel, offset stacked cargo pockets on the rear side, and a braided lasso-like waistband tool strap, among others.
The entire piece is constructed using heavy-weight 100% cotton denim and secured with B49 bonded nylon thread to ensure its longevity.
SIZING
Small:
This skirt is made for petite AMAB and AFAB folk sized folk with the waist coming in at 30”
Model size reference:
IO : 5’10” and 160lbs
CONCEPTS IN DESIGN
This skirt is intentionally designed to embody the concept of duality. It showcases contrast not only in the colors on the front side but also throughout its silhouette, asymmetrical designs, and the subversion of what is traditionally considered American appeal.
The pattern itself explores the notion of transfiguration, shedding light on the duality inherent in our world, encompassing aspects of identity, perception, immigration, tradition, and social ideologies.
Having been raised by first and second-generation immigrants from southern Japan and Central Mexico, I've experienced this constant duality—navigating between the belief in the American dream and the reality of living as a BIPOC immigrant in America.
MATERIALS
Restored:
2x M Unisex denim jeans
Sourced:
2x 2” Rhodium square-shapes sliders
Bonded nylon b49 thread
CREATION TIME
10 Total hours
Sourcing new materials:
1x hours
Restoring materials:
4x hours of cleaning, removing stains, cultivating usable materials
Preparation :
1x hours
Creation:
3.5x hours
Cleanup:
.5x hours
CLEANING & CARE
Hand wash with warm water and laundry soap; avoid rough abrasions against the fabric. Gently wring out the wet garment. Hang it up to air dry. Since the material is thick, it may take some time for the garment to dry completely. Store the damp garment in a warm, dry area until it is fully dry. Once dry, you can press and steam it if necessary. You can also use starch to stiffen the material if desired
STORAGE
When the garment is dry and ready to be set aside for storage, you have two options: folding or hanging. Hanging is the preferred choice as it allows the fibers to naturally align with gravity and stay in sync with each other. However, if you choose to fold, keep in mind that denim holds creases well but may require steaming or pressing to remove any wrinkles.
For archival storage, fold the garment into a desired, even-sized square that fits inside an airtight vacuum-sealed bag. Once sealed, store it in light-tight containers, making sure there are no objects that can puncture the bag.
When you're ready to remove the garment from archival storage, release the air slowly, allowing the fabric to expand naturally without any irritation. Once the fabric has stopped expanding with air, open the bag and remove the clothing to hang. Hanging will naturally allow the fibers to align with the pattern and drape correctly. From there, you can proceed with the cleaning and drying process to prepare the garment for use.
INFO
This skirt is crafted from multiple pairs of repurposed denim pants, meticulously deconstructed and reassembled to create a new silhouette while achieving high levels of contrast through pattern construction. It is adorned with numerous intricate details, including curved line work, 1/2-inch soft pleats on the front panel, offset stacked cargo pockets on the rear side, and a braided lasso-like waistband tool strap, among others.
The entire piece is constructed using heavy-weight 100% cotton denim and secured with B49 bonded nylon thread to ensure its longevity.
SIZING
Small:
This skirt is made for petite AMAB and AFAB folk sized folk with the waist coming in at 30”
Model size reference:
IO : 5’10” and 160lbs
CONCEPTS IN DESIGN
This skirt is intentionally designed to embody the concept of duality. It showcases contrast not only in the colors on the front side but also throughout its silhouette, asymmetrical designs, and the subversion of what is traditionally considered American appeal.
The pattern itself explores the notion of transfiguration, shedding light on the duality inherent in our world, encompassing aspects of identity, perception, immigration, tradition, and social ideologies.
Having been raised by first and second-generation immigrants from southern Japan and Central Mexico, I've experienced this constant duality—navigating between the belief in the American dream and the reality of living as a BIPOC immigrant in America.
MATERIALS
Restored:
2x M Unisex denim jeans
Sourced:
2x 2” Rhodium square-shapes sliders
Bonded nylon b49 thread
CREATION TIME
10 Total hours
Sourcing new materials:
1x hours
Restoring materials:
4x hours of cleaning, removing stains, cultivating usable materials
Preparation :
1x hours
Creation:
3.5x hours
Cleanup:
.5x hours
CLEANING & CARE
Hand wash with warm water and laundry soap; avoid rough abrasions against the fabric. Gently wring out the wet garment. Hang it up to air dry. Since the material is thick, it may take some time for the garment to dry completely. Store the damp garment in a warm, dry area until it is fully dry. Once dry, you can press and steam it if necessary. You can also use starch to stiffen the material if desired
STORAGE
When the garment is dry and ready to be set aside for storage, you have two options: folding or hanging. Hanging is the preferred choice as it allows the fibers to naturally align with gravity and stay in sync with each other. However, if you choose to fold, keep in mind that denim holds creases well but may require steaming or pressing to remove any wrinkles.
For archival storage, fold the garment into a desired, even-sized square that fits inside an airtight vacuum-sealed bag. Once sealed, store it in light-tight containers, making sure there are no objects that can puncture the bag.
When you're ready to remove the garment from archival storage, release the air slowly, allowing the fabric to expand naturally without any irritation. Once the fabric has stopped expanding with air, open the bag and remove the clothing to hang. Hanging will naturally allow the fibers to align with the pattern and drape correctly. From there, you can proceed with the cleaning and drying process to prepare the garment for use.