Coalescence 02 [to combine into a uniform whole, resulting organic unity]

A mystical figure dressed in red levitates in an unknown space and time, could be on Earth or above an abstract landscape, yet it denotes a familiar atmosphere that resembles both a scene of a renaissance painting and a futuristic space view. I’m interested in exploring eclecticism, duality, the contrast between new and old, futurism and history, merging seemingly opposite elements into a refined whole. This hybrid outfit denotes a futuristic look that also has historical clothing references: the corset and the asymmetric puffed sleeve top are based on vintage inspiration. The fabrics are inspired by jacquard and printed silk, while the ribbed trims are characteristic of sportswear pieces. The hood element is designed in a futuristic way, with a built-in translucent shield and a sporty rib trim, in contrast with the elegance of the silky fabric. The hybrid outfit features a digital print that is inspired by vintage paisley shapes that are distorted and combined in a way that it resembles a futuristic camouflage with chrome effects. The color symbolism is based on spiritualist approach: the different shades of red stand for passion, energy, courage, confidence, action. The tattoos are also designed specially for this series: the tattoo on the back shows the title of the work, while the symbol on the right arm is the ‘paradigm shift symbol’ created from two intersecting geometrical shapes: a square representing stability, structure, physical, predictable, order, security and the circle representing motion, force, change, totality and balance. This hybrid outfit is designed for imaginary humans, whose existence is not confined in time or space. The familiar yet otherworldly, celestial atmosphere can be anywhere in the Universe, suggesting the idea of transcending space, suggesting a positive message for stepping into the future while embracing values acquired from the past.