1960’s was a
revolutionary decade in the Fashion Industry. A lot of styles were born during
this era. From Mary Quant’s Mini Skirt to Andre Courreges’s Space Look ! Successful
fashion experiments are what had made this period. Wigan & Leigh College in India
celebrated this epoch in fashion in its own way.
Students
were briefed on the assignment and had to compile a research paper, along with
sketches of garment. Diverse trends were explored such as the mini dresses, kitten
heeled pumps and the vinyl clothing. All were accepted by the varied members of
the society. The infamous Bikini too made its first appearance in the era.
Major trends
included psychedelic prints consisting of mismatched patterns in the most
vibrant colors. Keeping this in mind, the WLCI College Students in Mumbai came
up with these designs. As one can observe the essential theme of the 1960’s has
been captured but it has a modern feel to it. Observing the cuts and styles of
current day and age, this project reveals a perfect blend of “Then & Now”.
WLCI College
India is known to engage the students in multiple assignments to explore the
vast aspects of an industry. This is so because the founder members of the
institute firmly believed in allowing the student to find their calling. If one
does not explore, they can never find themselves !
