About Mystique:
As a designer I am intrigued by my surroundings, and Hong Kong served as the perfect place to explore and research a culture that was new to me. I found similarities between my
Ecuadorian roots
and as well as
Asia's. My collection
emulates the
shamanistic side of
Ecuador's culture.
Voluminous draping of
heavy wool is used to
represent the feeling of
having to hide one's
magic. Dark jewel tones
in contrast with
brighter colors from
my color palette
emulate a mysterious
and mystical mood.
Where it
Began:
Hong Kong served as the perfect place to explore and research. A holistic way of medicinal healing is apart of Asia's long lived heritage. The people of Ecuador were left to fight to maintain their own traditional methods of healing. Herbal healing
and spiritual practices
such as engaging in
magic were apart of their
every-day life. However,
Their spiritual way of life
was deemed satanic.
If anyone were to be
caught participating in
these acts, then would be
waiting for them....
I was inspired by this catastrophe, realising the freedom I have always had to explore my passions, without any consequences. This served as inspiration to engulf myself in change
while experiencing a new culture. My collection is gender neutral, and flatters each and every silhouette.
Process:
Transformation is represented throughout my journey of designing. My pieces can be paired together in different ways; providing different appearances with each stylistic choice.
This collection emulates drama with the heaviness of layering, however their is room for simplicity underneath. Overall representing that within every culture, it begins with a simple passion and transforms from there.
