Introducing "ILL FIT," my standout graduate collection from Seneca College in 2022. This collection delves into the poignant experience of stepping into a fitting room, where the ordeal can often feel like a personal battleground. It's a surreal exploration of the emotional weight carried within those cramped spaces, where every ill-fitting garment becomes a mirror reflecting our insecurities.
Driven by a commitment to sustainability, I meticulously sourced materials for "ILL FIT" from thrifted finds and a serendipitous encounter with a closing fabric store. These unconventional avenues infused my collection with a unique energy. Opting for fabrics reminiscent of innocence and whimsy—think florals, pinks, and delicate lace—I sought to juxtapose the harsh reality of the fitting room experience with a touch of nostalgia.

Throughout "ILL FIT," I employed beaded fabrics strategically, symbolizing the common struggles with body image, particularly emphasizing and celebrating what society often deems as flaws—cellulite, rolls, imperfections. My aim was clear: to provoke a reconsideration of our societal norms surrounding body image and foster a more compassionate relationship with ourselves.

Join me on this transformative journey as "ILL FIT" challenges perceptions and sparks conversations about the power of self-acceptance and body positivity.