REC YCLED FASHION
“Welcome to a series of portraits that not only reflect fashion but also express my response to the problem of fast fashion prevalent in today’s society.
Within my photobook, you will discover stylizations based on recycled materials, which voice a stance against the consumption-driven model. Instead of perpetuating the cycle of throwaway fashion, I have opted for materials sourced from recycling to create unique creations.
This project not only promotes sustainable fashion but also celebrates creativity. Each stylization showcases the innovative use of recycled materials, demonstrating the boundless potential between imagination and conscientiousness.”
-Paulina Kotarska
Material: Jar lids
Model: Renata Stasinska-Matejek
Assistant: Monika Szulcik
Material: Net foam sheets
Model: Joy Tajonera
Material: Disposable gloves
Model: Gabriella Cooke
Material: Plastic straws
Model: Georgia Walters
Material: Mop caps
Model: Martyna Wieczerzak
Material: Cds Model: Emily Hutchinson
Material: Fabric scraps
Model: Annet Richards-Binns
Assistant: Cody Goode
“Creativity is Inventing, Experimenting, Growing, Taking risks, Breaking rules, Making mistakes and Having fun.”
- Mary Lou Cook
I would like to extend heartfelt thanks to all the models who brought life to this project with their grace and spirit. I am also indebted to the countless individuals who provided me encouragemet and support, empowering me to pursue creativity freely.
Special thanks are owed to University of Gloucestershire lecturers, Trudie Ballantyne, Anna Gormley, and Matthew Murray for their unwavering guidance and mentorship throughout.
Special mention to Lukasz Kubicki for help with printing this book.
Photographed, Stylized & Retouched by Paulina Kotarska
www.paulinakotarska.co.uk @paulinakotarskaphot
