Kyla
Kylas inspiration draws heavily from 1860s fashion plates - particularly from American fashion during this time. Her palette focuses on earthy tones, comprising mainly of tan, white and black with accents of dark forest green and a true red. This further emphasises the relationship people had with the land on which they lived and worked in this time period.
Large volumes of fabric comprise the skirt in Kyla, enveloping the wearer in smooth, gently coloured tartan. She is an exploration of the relationship people once had with their land; where they lived and worked and from which they gathered the things very necessary for survival. Her colouring is very natural and with a forest green as her trim colour she paints a perfect picture of an untouched landscape.
What is interesting about Kyla's design is the reflection of the time period the silhouette was popular in. Her 1860's influence comes straight from a time in which the Industrial Revolution was changing the very face of this holistic, home grown style of living which had been necessary for centuries prior. With the increase in the ability for quick production of goods and more people living in cityscapes there comes a juxtaposition between the interpretation of colour and cultural climate of the time period.
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She comprises of a very tight fitted bodice with button closures down the front, a tightly pleated skirt which is held up by an elliptical crinoline and can also be paired with a black woollen jacket with faux fur trim which was also inspired by victorian coats.
