@lagosspaceprogramme Project 7/Post-Adire P7 Collection now available to pre-order until 31st January 2023. Delivery 1st to 15th of May 2023. “The inspiration behind the Project 7 collection is to highlight the similarities between western tailoring codes and the romance of traditional indigenous aesthetics of dress. Historically in Yoruba society, the Adire artist engaged with the medium (Adire) as a process of storytelling for themselves and their community. I find parallels with code sharing in contemporary subcultures. In modern times, queer communities have also shared stories and messages through symbols, objects and gestures that carry meaning only within the groups. Post-Adire motifs, fabrics and patterns within this collection explore eurocentric aesthetic codes like French lace, brocade, pinstripes and floral patterns; achieved via handrawn resist dyeing techniques. In addition to exploring queer semiotics, the collection is also a study on tailoring. Using archival studio photography from the early 20th century, we attempt to keep alive the sartorial techniques long practiced by Yoruba people.” Words by Adeju Thompson of #lagosspaceprogramme Footwear by @shemparonelli.artisanal Styling by @kelechiodu Shot by @adedamola_op Video by @edeani Venue Project 7 presentation @theorchidbistro Special thanks to @omoyemiakerele @lagosfashionweekofficial #preorder #africanfashion #africafashion #designer #thefashionagent (at Lagos, Nigeria) https://www.instagram.com/p/ClPPr21jcbj/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
