ARE WE VISIBLE COLLECTION
‘Are We Visible?’ Collection explores the strength in Black sisterhood and how being a part of a Black sisterhood is an extension of the self identity as a Black woman.The feeling of power, solidarity and connectivity are all elements of Black sisterhood and these elements are brought to life through the collection.
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The collection uses sculptural forms and silhouettes to elongate and extend the body into the rest of the space while capturing the feeling of the extension of the self. As the garments extend off of the body into the rest of the space, the pieces evoke an emotional response to the audience.
The emotional response for each audience member is individual, however the questions it raises should be clear. Through specific colors, materials, shapes and prints the question of the visibility of black women is brought up. The collection ‘Are We Visible?” questions the amount of space black women take up, and how much space they are given in the fashion industry.
CAMPAIGN VIDEO
The campaign video explores the strength in Black sisterhood and how being a part of a Black sisterhood is an extension of the self identity as a Black woman.
The campaign merges contemporary movement and dance with poetry to explore the theme of taking up space in environments which often cater to western white society. Through poetry and movement the garments are made to feel like a second skin as they move alongside the body.
Credits:
Film Director/Videographer/ Editor:Mona Okulla Obua
Creative Direction:Zselyke Zoya Tárnai
Cast:Yasmin Faith/Trovania Delille/Jenny Expedita/Azure Rouet McBride/Mariama
Makeup Artist:Mumtaz Yasmeen Mohamed Meeran
Production assistant:Sarah Bennani Rtal
Clothing:Zoya Tárnai
Music:Holly North