THE BOOK OF DZYAN
A collection steep in imagination finding its roots in the tales of Alice Bailey and THE BOOK OF DZYAN. The idea of ancient robots in the Atlantis and how it resonates with our modern society cumulates in the works of artist like Marcel Duchamp and the junk art movement. Inspired by this concept of junk art and its connection to robotics and its components is a highly inventive collection showcasing not only the masterful draping and artistry of the house, but its pioneering approach to couture embellishments.
Regal dress in majestic purple silk chiffon. This dress has been fastidiously hand pleated, braided, and twisted, presenting a magnificent silhouette without the interruption of seams. It employs a dual closure system on the right side, incorporating both visible and hidden hook & eye mechanisms, ensuring a seamless fit. This is accompanied by an intricate closure along the armhole and the upper interior, enhancing the garment’s seamless beauty. The upper portion contrasts distinctly, designed with a floral green silk organza. This fabric, too, has been expertly draped and pleated by hand, culminating in a gather that evokes the natural form of a cabbage, adding an element of organic elegance to the piece. Elegance is further accentuated by the embellishment of white coque feathers framing the front opening, lending a delicate & luxurious touch. A striking feature of this garment is the incorporation of wearable art on the reverse – an original painting by Angelo Fair. This artwork is rendered in acrylics, enriched with glass beads and sequins artfully applied to a black glass canvas that formerly functioned as a computer screen. The innovative use of an LCD overlay introduces a 3D visual effect, marrying traditional painting techniques with digital technology to create a truly unique aesthetic.
The back of the dress is adorned with an original painting by Angelo Fair-Hand painted (Acrylic), glass beads and sequins on a black glass computer screen that has been covered with an LCD screen to create a 3D visual effect.
Royal blue silk satin dress demonstrating seamless draping with hand pleated techniques and devoid of conventional closures, thereby presenting a silhouette of great fluidity and style. It’s style is further achieved through a hidden closure mechanism, ensuring a streamlined look. Enhancing this unique ensemble is a sash across the left chest, beautifully fashioned from twisted and braided tulle, which adds a textural contrast to the smooth silk. This sash embellishment is juxtaposed with an electric cord intricately twisted and folded over hand painted buckram, creating an unexpected, avant-garde look. The design’s boldness is amplified by the daring exposure of the electric cord’s wires at the back, which are thoughtfully braided and beaded, trailing along a side slit of sheer organza.
Tulip colored silk chiffon blooming draped dress that twists and pleats around the body without the need for conventional fastenings, thanks to invisible hook & eyes. Accentuating the garment, a rose pink silk organza flower drape that’s skilfully sculpted and draped around the body culminating at the right breast and shoulder. This floral adornment, aside from its hand-painted vibrancy, incorporates a mix of embellishments including recycled computer chips and metal hardware, contributing to a visually rich and captivating effect. On the opposite side, a smaller but equally intricate petal dripping flower, both hand embroidered and hand painted, enhances the dress’s artful appeal. The hem rounds off the design with a whimsical touch, adorned with buckram grass that’s been carefully hand painted and hand beaded, ensuring that the dress stands out as a truly exceptional piece of wearable art.
A Spanish yellow silk chiffon dress, has been diligently pleated, braided, twisted, and draped in a seamless construct, eschewing the commonality of zippers or visible closures for a sleek, unbroken silhouette. This harmonious blend of techniques enhances the garment’s purity and chicness, while the absence of conventional fastenings emphasizes its exclusive designer appeal and innovative spirit. The dress is further embellished with a carefully sculpted drape made from Sebastian lavender silk organza, a material celebrated for its stiff hand and exquisite lightness. This organza is ornamented with hand-sewn sequins and bugle beads, adding a subtly shimmering, textured dimension that catches the light with movement. An ingenious feature is the garment’s lower section, which showcases an inventive use of computer screen glass which has been hand-painted & melted and backed by silk organza. These pieces are attached with invisible thread, creating a captivating illusion of floating stained glass.
A three-piece dress with the upper portion of the dress created from Tunisian yellow silk organza. This fabric undergoes a painstaking hand-pleating process, followed by a stylized draping in a floral motif, demonstrating an intricate level of detail and dedication to creating a visually eye catching silhouette. Transitioning to the lower segment, the skirt is composed of Atlantis blue cowl-draped silk chiffon, offering a stark but harmonious contrast in color and texture that enhances the overall look of the garment. The train extends in a sculpted form, employing both draped and hand-pleated silk gazar, which adds a sculptural dimension to the overall design, reinforcing the garment’s architectural elegance. Remarkably, the dress uses a braided center back which has a hook & eye closure forgoing the need for a traditional zipper. The ensemble is crowned with a sculpted blue electric wire headpiece, adorning the top of the dress and attached to the upper body, encapsulating a fusion of traditional craftsmanship and innovative aesthetics.
A two-piece dress with the lower segment of the dress made from German brown silk chiffon, a material celebrated for its lightness and fluid drape. This fabric has been meticulously hand-pleated and braided, adopting an intricate construction that forgoes the use of conventional fastenings such as zippers, instead opting for a more subtle side hook and eye closure. This technique preserves the silhouette’s sleek continuity while ensuring ease of wear. In contrast, the upper part of the dress is a testament to the art of sculptural fabric manipulation, utilizing hand-gathered and draped German brown silk gazar alongside Shadow blue silk organza to achieve a multidimensional effect. This is further accentuated by a striking cut out sculpted chest piece made from recycled polymer, which is both an ecological and creative choice. The piece is elaborately decorated with hand-painted and hand beaded aluminium foil, a nod to artisanal detail, and is encapsulated in resin for durability and shine, representing a fusion of aesthetic allure and innovative design thought.
A black silk Georgette dress that exemplifies innovative sartorial engineering through its hand-pleated, twisted, braided draped design. Its construction eschews conventional fastenings for a seamless silhouette, incorporating a hidden hook & eye closure. The added décor is a resin-painted chest piece, adds a distinctive artistic dimension. This element, lavishly embellished with beads, sequins, recycled computer chips, and phone chargers, transcends traditional fashion adornments, integrating technological remnants into its aesthetic, thereby redefining luxury and sustainability. Such a piece not only demonstrates a masterful blend of textile craftsmanship and avant-garde design but also encapsulates a forward-thinking approach to materials, making it a remarkable embodiment of contemporary haute couture.
An exquisite 2 piece jacket representing a fine fusion of traditional tailoring with avant-garde design elements, displaying a high degree of artistry and innovation. The soft wool used for the front demonstrates a preference for luxury fabrics that offer both comfort and durability. The 3D art lapels, crafted from hand-painted buckram shaped with electric wire, are a testament to the designer’s creativity and attention to detail, offering a unique aesthetic appeal. The use of electric wire as both a decorative and structural component around the neckline and across the front face of the jacket adds a contemporary edge, blending art with fashion in a daring manner. Transitioning to the back, the choice of sculpted floral pink silk organza, masterfully draped and hand-pleated into the shape of a rose head, adds a dramatic and romantic contrast to the technological and tactile front. This jacket is not merely a piece of clothing; it is a wearable piece of art that challenges conventional fashion norms and showcases a beautiful blend of colors, materials, and design philosophies.
A 2 piece dress with its structured upper component, crafted from sculpted aluminum mesh, offering a futuristic aesthetic juxtaposed with the timeless elegance of black satin tape detailing. This beautifully engineered cape is further accentuated by a transition into a bow tie along the bust, introducing an element of classic sophistication. The incorporation of pink coque feathers adds a striking visual contrast and infuses the piece with a touch of opulence and dynamic texture. In complement to the upper segment, the lower part of the dress unfolds in a complex arrangement of hand pleated, braided, and twisted tulle, demonstrating an exceptional level of craftsmanship. The addition of a white organza rose as a frontal adornment ties the ensemble together, lending an air of delicate femininity to the bold and architectural silhouette.
A two-piece slip-on dress, that displays a vivid orchestration of textures and contrasts. The front is characterized by sculpted drapes of hand-pleated white silk organza that transitions to the rear, where the design metamorphoses into a sexy composition of black hand-pleated and braided silk chiffon. Elevating the piece’s exclusivity, it is adorned with a distinctive embellishment—hand-painted recycled polymer melded with fragments of glass from computer screens alongside computer film which has all been covered in resin. This unconventional blend not only epitomizes the dress’s commitment to sustainable luxury but also introduces an element of technologically infused artistry. Further intricacy is achieved through the encrustation of the computer film, which is embellished on the inside with sequins and bugle beads, adding a hidden layer of opulence that resonates with the style of modern couture.
A white silk gazar cocoon dress that embodies the pinnacle of haute couture beauty, brilliantly constructed without the need for a conventional zip, boasting a hidden closure that enhances its streamlined silhouette. Within its exquisitely sculpted form lies a sheer silk organza body, a testament to the artisan’s skill, featuring hand-pleated, hand braided, hand-embroidered, and hand-beaded embellishments. These intricate details converge to illustrate a stunning motif of paint-dripping flowers, showcasing a harmonious blend of artistic vision and technical mastery. Each element of the dress’s design and execution underscores a commitment to precision, the art of couture, and the transformative power of bespoke fashion.