My corset is going to serve as a protection for people protesting by using a form fitting pattern. I am inspired by the recent protests in America and famous protesters in the past, such as Marsha P. Johnson who expressed herself through fashion while protesting and fighting for her rights.

Project Concept

Project Research

Livia Rose Johnson (on the bottom) , a young activist who dresses to feel confident and have her voice heard when protesting. 

PRECEDENT #1 - Corset 

Vivienne Westwood corset  

I used this tutorial to  help me create this look. 

PRECEDENT #2

 Zendaya (left) at the 2018 Met Gala dressed as Joan of Arc, and Indya Moore (right) wearing earrings with pictures of Black trans women.

Initial Sketch Ideas

Final Sketch

Deconstruction and Initial Pattern 

Reconstruction 

Tech Involved: snaps on hood 

Reconstruction 

Final Sketch and Moodboard

Final Garment

Corset up close