Perfect Performance

From surrealist cyborg to eastern princess, the performance costume students take inspiration from far and wide. We caught up with them for a sneak preview before their creations hit the catwalk as part of the annual Edinburgh College of Art fashion show. Definite standouts were garments made in a collaboration between Charlotte Heylar and Jennifer O'Flaherty, where Charlotte translated the 3D technology usually found within TV and film into printed textiles in a way that has never been seen before. When viewing their collections wearing Red & Cyan 3D glasses, part of the fabrics surface pattern seems to pop out or recede back into itself, creating stunning results that challenge our visual perception. Without the glasses though, their designs are still just as pleasing to the eye.

 

The ECA Fashion show takes place on

Wed 5 May 6.30pm and 8.30pm
Thu 6 May 7pm & 9pm
Fri 7 May 6.30pm and 8.30pm

Tickets are available from Hub Tickets 0131 473 2000 www.hubtickets.co.uk

 

Shoot Credits

Ceative Director - Alexandra Fiddes

Photographer - Meghan Giboin,
www.meghangiboin.co.uk

Stylist - Olivia Fiddes, liv_f@hotmail.com

Photographer's assistant - Chris Black
www.solid-images.com

Make up artist - Kimberley Dewar
kimberleydewar@hotmail.co.uk

Hair stylist - Zara Brodie
zarabrodie@hotmail.co.uk

Model - Emily FM at Superior Model Management