HAUTE PURSUIT

Jennifer Murcia

A Fashion Portfolio

Fashion has helped me express my ideas & bond with others in a way that words cannot.

It has given me a voice, presence, & purpose.

I want other women to feel empowered through fashion.

My solution lies in collaborating with other art-ists to create dependable accessories & clothing that are stunning conversation starters.

End Game

I. What is my Formation Collection (CSM)II. Love or Violence Women’s Wear Collection (CCSF)III. PAD exercises/ Flat Pattern school work (CCSF)IV. Ventures into AccessoriesV. Dazzleland Styling

Table of Contents

CSM Fashion Fundamentals: What is my Formation

During the design process my instructor of the CSM Short Course explained that a collection al-ways flows better when it comes from the closet of one woman.

Throughout a woman’s life & career, she will face challenges that build internal fortitude & create self-awareness.

This collection attests to this by paying homage to one of the most resilient & self-confident women I know, my grandmother.

Origins

Idea Mapping/Collages

Shapes & Colors

Inspired by the indigenous culture, shapes & colors seen on my trip throughout the Southwest, I created outfit collages & color palettes.

Fabrics & Textures- Cotton & eyelet cotton - Denim (Light blue/stone washed) - Cotton Lace Appliques- Ball Fringe Trim

- Indigenous Tapestry & PrintBeading - Bright embroidery thread- Suede (earthy brown tones) - Faux Fur (medium hair, ombré)

Final Looks

The collection would include textile design in collaboration with local Salvadorian artists.

Spring/Summer Collection

CCSF Illustration/Flat Sketches :Love or Violence Fashion Collection

OriginsBased on my travels to England & Spain, strong TV/film female leads, & music by composer Rob Dougan...

the collection...Love or Violence was born. It follows the career of an international spy via her closet.

She is faceless, fearless, & skilled. She is anyone, from any given place, & any given background.

She is a modern woman who adapts & survives de-spite the chaos.

Mood Board & Music

Idea Mapping & Details:

Ready-to-Wear

Fall/Winter Collection

Hangs with Elie Tahari & Ralph Lauren at Bloomingdale's & MA-CY'S

Includes Embroidery/Trim & a contrast between flowing/stiffer materials (i.e. Silk vs Suiting)

Color Palette & Fabrics: Suede/Leather VelourNylon SpandexPlaid SuitingCotton Chiffon/Mesh Embroidery & Trim

Final Looks

Final Looks

Flat sketchesLook 1 Look 5 shoes

Look 3

Look 2

Look 4

Look 5Look 6

When taking PAD I learned to use basic principles of pattern-making in a digital format. I learned how to use different com-mands by creating garments of varying degrees of difficulty. Above: Final Project - Kimono/Princess Seam Corset Dress Below: Class Exercise - Puffed-Sleeve Button Up Blouse

Growing PAD/Patternmaking Skills

A large reason that I chose to pursue a Patternmaking certificate is that I want to understand how clothes fit on a woman’s body so that when I’m creating garments (or accessories) I have a greater under-standing of what effects they have on a woman’s silhouette.

Ventures into Accessories:

Seattle’s Chihuly Glass & Garden Museum show-cases the work of American glass sculptor Dale Chihuly. The large, intricate colorful sculptures are a cross between sea life and colorful flowers. Inspired by Chihuly’s work, I designed two sets of earrings: one longer, dangling earring with a tassel & flower studs.

These earrings were designed for a pricier fast fashion market and would hang with Banana Republic or Madewell.

Inspired by

Inspired by

Scarves in the making...Experimenting with silks from In-dia, various trims & beading to create scarves for festivalgoers. The goal is create a colorful scarf that can be worn outside of festival grounds.