Philippa Aldridge-Ward

Inspired by Mary Quant and her ethos, making clothes a girl could “run for the bus” in, this collection evolved from key graphic shapes from the 1960s which I developed into my own innovative 3D construction processes. My design throughout has been informed by physical exploration and experimentation on the body.

Combining stiffened panels with lightweight crepes and satins creates a series of unique shapes, which I broadened further by using wadding to pad up sections of garments. Each technique has adifferent way of moving on the body. From this, I created a collection of original garments which celebrate movement and vivid lifestyles.

I have utilised fine finishing skills throughout, particularly in the coat where I applied besoke tailoring techniques. I have combined skills learnt across the full range of my course including unconventional pattern cutting, working on the bias and hand finishing to develop my collection to the fullest and realize it in a professional, well-finished manner.