Project Overview
A captivating collection of handmade vests inspired by traditional embroidery and folk storytelling, woven into wearable textile art. This series celebrates intricate craftsmanship through floral motifs, patchwork textures, and heritage stitching. Each piece embodies warmth, nostalgia, and cultural richness crafted to elevate wardrobes with artisanal charm.
Year of Completion: 2025
Status: Active
Graphic Design
Each vest in this collection is a canvas of tactile beauty, adorned with vivid embroidered florals, geometric trims, and multicolored patchwork. The vibrant arrangements of fuchsia, orange, sapphire, and emerald threads echo traditional textile art from Eastern Europe and Central Asia. Ideal for collectors, fashion stylists, or cultural showcases seeking authentic, one-of-a-kind garments.
Deliverables
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Original embroidered vest artworks
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High-resolution product photography for marketing
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Fashion flat-lay images for e-commerce
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Styled editorial visuals for campaigns
Tools Used
Hand embroidery
Traditional textile techniques
Digital color enhancement (Adobe Photoshop)
Pattern drafting (Procreate, Illustrator)
Results Achieved
Cultural Feature: Included in folk-art and heritage fashion editorials across regional design magazines.
Online Engagement: Strong visual impact on Instagram and Pinterest, especially within slow fashion and handcrafted clothing communities.
Boutique Placement: Partnered with bespoke fashion ateliers and museum shops in London and Dubai.
Challenges & Solutions
Challenges Faced:
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Preserving authenticity while adapting designs for modern retail.
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Balancing detailed embroidery with wearability and durability.
Solutions Implemented:
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Used reinforced hand-stitching for high-stress areas to maintain both aesthetics and structure.
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Digitized layout previews to ensure visual harmony across fabric segments before final stitching.
