Fashion - Bachelors

Ama Namin (Our Father)

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Ama Namin is a depiction of Post-colonial Philippines and neo-colonial structures that are still in place in the country. A prominent result of colonialism is Maximalism. Filipinos have a fear of empty spaces as it can represent loss or return back to colonial periods. Therefore, we have a tendency to hoard and add value to everything we own. The Philippines was colonized by the Spaniards, Americans and the Japanese invaders. The key features in my collection use elements that are lasting influences of these countries, adapted by resistant contemporary Filipino cultures. This can be seen through fabric use and drape, that reflect religious iconography and utilitarian features.