"I Asked God for A Baby. He Sent Me a Diamond"

7 Look MFA Graduate Collection
Nominated for fashion finalist at the ITS contest 2024

The humorous gift of a condom by his boyfriend prompted Daniel Bosco to ponder the concept of personal value, emphasizing its significance over material wealth. This principle guided Bosco in exploring fashion thro

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ugh an artistic performance laden with autobiographical memories. These depictions ironically portray significant individuals and moments in his life: an aunt with her eccentric wig, friends struggling with uncomfortable heels, and his mother's unmistakable faux jewellery. These performative portraits blend a perceived frugality with a desire for something more. The mundane is magnified with irony, juxtaposed against glamorous gowns, exploring the fascination with glitz over our everyday reality.

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Date

May 2023

Type

Prints, Womenswear, Flou, Embellishment, Costume Design & Artistic Representations, Eveningwear & Bridal, Women's, Pattern cutting, Inclusive Design

Methods

Embroidery, Up-cycling, Screen Printing, Sculpture, Sublimation Print

Materials

Plastic, Ceramics & Glass, velvet, neoprene, silk, vinyl, jersey