(SKIN)STALLATIONS
(SKIN)STALLATIONS
(SKIN)STALLATIONS are a collection of wearable installations inspired by experiences navigating the fashion industry. Each piece is intentionally made to feel and look like human skin designed to allow the wearer to experience the effects of colourism through feeling & sound.
PAPER is handmade using a thin, light pigmented material that feels and resembles skin. The thinness of the material represents the softness and fragility that’s allowed for those who benefit from colourism. Through the story woven into its very fabric, PAPER is designed to form part of the story behind (SKIN)STALLATIONS.
BAG is handmade using a semi thick, lighter pigmented material that feels and resembles skin. BAG is designed with an additional weight on only one shoulder whilst remaining light on the other shoulder, which adds another layer of meaning. The semi-thickness of the material represents the thick skin needed to face society's pressures and challenges, whilst the light weight of the other shoulder represents the privileges allowed for those who benefit from colourism. Through the story woven into its very fabric, BAG is designed to form part of the story behind (SKIN)STALLATIONS.
TEST is the original creation that inspired (SKIN)STALLATIONS. It is handmade using a thick, darker toned material that feels and resembles skin. TEST is designed with extra weights on both shoulders, which adds another layer of meaning. The thickness of the material represents the resilience required to face societal pressures, challenges, and expectations. The weights on both shoulders symbolize the burdens placed on those who are effected by colourism and are instantly relieved when the piece is removed. Through the story woven into its very fabric, TEST aims to empower wearers who experience colourism, helping them feel understood, empowered, and confident in their own skin.