FASHION | FEMINISM | FCP

Sunday 17 January 2016

Summative Brief: Shearling (3)

For the third part of my project on shearling, we have been asked to look at our trend from a wider creative context. Examples of this include film, craft, graphic design, architecture and music. Basically any creative industry that isn't fashion! This was quite difficult for shearling, and I was left with just two strong contenders, film and interiors. Here I am going to discuss my findings and why I chose the context I did.

FILM/TV:

Almost Famous
Penny Lane's shearling coat is worn as a style statement, reflective of the 70's decade in which the film was set. Her young, confident character allows her to be styled in the more trend conscious pieces of the time, rather than a character who is dressed for comfort.


Only Fools and Horses
The character Del Boy in this British television show is famous for his shearling coat. I thought I could discuss how this statement choice of outerwear combined with his fake gold jewellery reflects his bold character and questionable line of work.


The Dark Knight Rises/On Her Majesty's Secret Service
Bane and Blofeld are both examples of eccentric, evil characters who, in some scenes, are dressed in shearling coats. The drama of these bold coats reflect the action in the film, and the over the top attitudes of these villains.




INTERIORS: 
My other option was looking at interiors where shearling/sheepskin has been used as rugs and throws. I was considering comparing the way the same sheepskin material can be used in a variety of styles of homes. One current trend I found was a bohemian vibe, and the use of sheepskin contributed to the natural and organic style of the room. I also found that sheepskin was being used in very modern, minimalist homes due to it's very neutral colour. Finally, I thought about sheepskin in grand, stately homes where this plush fabric features as a sign of wealth. Here are some contrasting examples of the use of sheepskin below.




I have opted to discuss shearling in film as I think there is more opportunity for comparison. With the addition of people actually wearing the shearling, and the different eras in which they were filmed, I can discuss in what ways the styling of the characters reflect their personalities and the style of the time. In film, there is more context around the fabric, which I think will open up more conversation.

Aderyn x
SHARE:

No comments

Post a Comment

Blogger Template Created by pipdig