The Royal Academy‘s newly graduated fashion designers took centre stage at Copenhagen Fashion Week with their transformative show, ‘PANOPTICON’. In a world striving for resource-consciousness and cultural inclusivity, these talented designers showcased their collections, emphasizing the importance of quality, timelessness, and an expression of identity.
Amidst an era marked by the negative impact of fast fashion and overexploitation, these eleven designers from the Royal Danish Academy presented a breathtaking display of creativity, challenging the norms of the fashion industry. Their aim was clear – to bring about a paradigm shift in the way we perceive and consume fashion.
‘PANOPTICON’ derived its inspiration from the Greek words “pan” meaning inclusive of all, and “opticon” signifying an observatory. The title beautifully captures the essence of the digital age, shedding light on the themes of surveillance and control that infiltrate our lives. With this innovative show, the designers captured the attention of fashion enthusiasts and critics alike.
Sako Dersahakian and Alberte Fischer, the brilliant minds behind the show, expressed their opposition to the pervasive nature of control in society. Through ‘PANOPTICON’, they celebrated the beauty of diversity and uniqueness, transcending barriers of body, culture, and personal motivation. Their vision was realized through the unique graduate program Fashion, Clothing & Textiles – New Landscapes for Change at the prestigious Royal Academy.
This revolutionary program nurtures a sustainable approach to fashion by considering the needs and dreams of ordinary people. With a deep respect for quality materials, craftsmanship, and nature’s resources, these designers crafted their collections as a testament to their commitment to sustainability.
As the second group to graduate from the Royal Danish Academy’s radical Master’s program in Fashion, Clothing, Textile: A New Landscape for Change, these talented individuals showcased dynamic and captivating ways of pushing sustainability forward in the industry. Their work represents a force of change, challenging consumer growth and its adverse impact on the environment.
The exciting fusion of Danish design aesthetics and sustainable values is at the core of the graduates’ collections. By starting their design process with sustainability goals in mind, they are at the forefront of the sustainable movement, working towards achieving a circular wardrobe and a more conscious fashion industry by 2030. Each collection showcased during the show embodied these values, prioritizing Mother Earth above all.
The ‘PANOPTICON’ show at Copenhagen Fashion Week illuminated the path towards a more sustainable and diverse future for the fashion industry. The merging of creativity, cultural inclusivity, and reverence for our planet left attendees in awe, inspiring new possibilities for the world of fashion. This remarkable display of talent showcases the power fashion has to transform and shape society for the better.
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