Written by Julia Kasper
University of Westminster graduate Valeska Jasso Collado was inspired by the color, finish and form of Memphis furniture to create this avant-garde collection of wearable structures. Using foam as the base, the designer experimented with latex coatings to create a modern glossy, liquid-look.
The combined sheets of material were then sliced and folded into wearable, abstract surfaces that merge the 1980s design group’s iconic pastel color palette and fresh peek-a-boo brights. Simple steel screws and washers link the pieces together, to create exaggerated A-line skirts, framing circular fans around the upper body and voluminous pants with pockets.
Photographer: Marek Puc
Stylist/Designer: Valeska Valentina Jasso Collado
Model: Ana Castelo @ Milk
Hair: Roger Cho
Makeup: Rebecca Donay
See more from Valeska Jasso Collado, www.valeskacollado.com