Exploring Sustainable Potential of Transformable Fashion

Abstract

This thesis looked to challenge the conventional way of designing and using clothes through the concept of transformable and modular design. The main goal of the thesis was to understand this concept and showcase its principles by making a sustainable modular wedding dress in cooperation with a commissioning company – Veronika Kostkova wedding atelier. The thesis was divided into theoretical and practice-based part. The theoretical component looked at the sustainable possibilities of transformable and modular design concept and discussed sustainability of wedding dresses through literature review. The practical part showcased the transition of theory into practice, involving valuable insights from the commissioning company. The whole design process from ideation to finished product was described in detail. The thesis illustrated a unique dress design with attachable components that allow to create various silhouettes. By allowing the garment to transform its aesthetics and functionality into a number of different looks and functions, it is possible to fulfil consumer changing needs and wants. The outcome of the thesis was a modular wedding dress designed to increase longevity and wearability of otherwise single use garment. Through the possibility to alter the garment, it might be possible to satisfy consumer need for new clothing items. The thesis can benefit future studies of user experiences on the functionality of the modular dress design.