Thursday, March 18, 2010

Dora Mojzes: Dark and Sculptural


I did a little bit of an 'Ooooohhhh....' when I came across Dora Mojzes' work, it's a little bit on the stunning side. This collection was inspired by the 1940's woman and military at that time, the silhouette reflects the era by having a nipped in waist, broad shoulders and pencil skirts. This has all been modernised with Gareth Pugh-esque, pointed exaggerations at the shoulders and neckline.

The headpiece in the last image reminds me of a vintage hat that would have been worn to a funeral, a piece of net covers the mourning face, though in this picture she looks seductive rather than depressed.

There is a definite sexual vibe running through this collection, perhaps to signify the confidence of the women in the 1940's. I love the way it would be slightly terrifying to see a woman in the street wearing any of these pieces, again I guess it's the confidence coming through! You'd have to be very confident to wear these...

For a very young designer, she only graduated in 2008, she has produced a very accomplished collection and I'm looking forward to seeing much more of her work.

For more info and to see more of her work, visit her website. Her pieces are also available to buy on Not Just A Label.

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