From Clay to Couture

From Clay to Couture: Interdisciplinary Design at the Intersection of Ceramics, Fashion, and Print This project explores the innovative potential of combining ceramic form, pattern cutting, and print to create a garment that is conceptually rich and materially dynamic. The project investigates how the 3D forms, textures, and structural qualities of ceramics can inform and inspire the development of fashion pattern cutting and surface designs. By fostering collaboration between a ceramicist, pattern cutter, and print designer, the project aims to create a garment that bridges the disciplines of fashion and contemporary design.
The research focuses on interdisciplinary collaboration as a method to explore new approaches to materiality, form, and fashion design. Through the use of 3D-printed forms, the project examines how these sculptural elements can translate into pattern cutting decisions and inspire screen-printed surface treatments, creating a garment that reflects the intersection of different creative disciplines.
The project follows a phased methodology: beginning with collaborative mind mapping and material exploration, progressing through the development of patterns and prints, and culminating in garment construction and critical evaluation. Additionally, the project serves as an exploration of interdisciplinary education, demonstrating how collaboration between diverse design fields can foster creative problem-solving and innovation. The impact of this research lies in its contribution to the evolving discourse around interdisciplinary design practices. It offers new insights into how 3D form and digital tools can influence the future of fashion design, providing theoretical and practical outcomes. The final garment and its development process will be presented in an exhibition.