Chronometry [ Time Unhalted ]

Category: Apparel

The piece is built on the fascination of the passage of time, and the traces it leaves, inspired by the Japanese Philosophy Wabi-Sabi which finds beauty in imperfection, impermanence, and incompleteness while acknowledging the transient nature of existence and accept the inevitable cycle of growth and decay which has been blended with craftsmanship elements, and a minimalist, contemporary approach as a representations of true preservation of time and traditions. It embraces simplicity and the underrated uniqueness of scars, scratches, and challenges as a portrayal of having lived, and a narrative that conflicts past and present to merge them into something beautiful. It's stripping the design down to its essence to capture the quiet authenticity and elegance of things as they are This leather patchwork vest consists of 22 panels, which are first framed by blanket stitching, and afterwards are carefully hand-sewn together with lengthened stitches to create an open structure between the panels. It is further enriched with golden repairs that narrow down the burned-edge buttonholes, whilst the golden and hand-stitched detailing enhance the beauty of their object, making a statement of strength and fragility while representing the care and love of human hands’ touch as well as the appreciation of raw, natural materials.

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