

I focus on impracticality in todays fashion world with the contradiction;
practical versus impractical, reflecting on our
“dress to impress” society
where people often prioritise appearance over practicality, resulting in a disconnection from the original purpose of garments.
I draw inspiration from the military uniforms of the Hussars from early modern Hungary. They were known for their colourful and richly designed uniforms, however, these only displayed wealth and position, and were highly impractical. In my project, I created looks derived from archetypical garments that are traditionally practical, and made them impractical by rethinking their functional elements. I want to create a sense of curiosity by aiming to push the boundaries of archetypical garments, embracing a sense of playfulness, blending the recognisable with the unexpected, creating a collection that serves as a statement on the choices we make as consumers."

Models: Elvira Huurman, Anna Boon, Aitiya Leisberger


















What parts of a garment are there for function?
Isolation
Protection
Wind
Rain
Comfort
Movement
Formality
Buttons without buttonholes
Zipper without function
Fake pockets
Too tight and high collar—> no movement
Too long sleeves
Closure with no use
Hat without vision
Too pointy shoes —> no walking
Hood with a hole —> no protection for rain
Skirt with no leg movement
Sleeves prohibiting movement
Pockets that go nowhere
A belt that doesn’t hold up anything
Crotch too low for walking normally
Sleeves attached to pockets
No shoelaces


Photography: Julia Kubuszewska
Models: Aitiya Leisberger,
Elvira Huurman, Anna Boon





















































Photography: Ferris Osseiran
Styling: Isabelle van Dortmont
Hair: Shu Kazami
Model: Cherry Carta Kim
Production by EE Agency

Styling: Benjamin Aerts
Model: YẾN-NHI LÊ
Hair: LEANNE VAN NIEKERK
Makeup: NGỌC-ANH NGUYỄN
For Numero Netherlands
Styling: Benjamin Aerts
Model: YẾN-NHI LÊ
Hair: LEANNE VAN NIEKERK
Makeup: NGỌC-ANH NGUYỄN
Art Direction: NGỌC-ANH NGUYỄN & YẾN-NHI LÊ
Videography: GIANNA MAZZEO
For Numero Netherlands

Styling: Benjamin Aerts
Model: YẾN-NHI LÊ
Hair: LEANNE VAN NIEKERK
Makeup: NGỌC-ANH NGUYỄN
For Numero Netherlands

Photography: Ferris Osseiran
Styling: Isabelle van Dortmont
Hair: Shu Kazami
Model: Cherry Carta Kim
Production by EE Agency


















