The brief
“Iwantsomethingcommercialbutcouture“ “Ipersonallylovewatercolor“
1. Submit two illustrations:
○ One bridal or evening gown based on an existing runway piece.
○ One original design in Tamara Ralph’s style, demonstrating creative direction.
2. Provide a handbag hardware design concept, showcasing a high-end lock or emblem.
The maison
Codes of Fashion
Sensual lines, intricate details, vintage glamour reinvented, bows, texture, feathers, paved, crystals, polished metal, innovation, sparkle, pastel colors
Negative space, see-through, transparency, contrast, enamel, flowers, orchid, roses,feminine, delicate, exuberant, craftsmanship
Drawing process
Materialsused:Watercolor,ecoline,crayons,procreate
Inspiration Oxum
I chose Oxum, the Afro-Brazilian goddess of fresh waterfalls, beauty, love, and fertility, as inspiration for this design to bring an element of my culture; her graceful, luminous essence and rich symbolism — represented by the lily — align beautifully with Tamara Ralph’s feminine, opulent aesthetic.
First sketches
River queen Made in Procreate
Tamara Ralph
Ralph&Russo handbags
Necklaces
Moodboard hardware
Can be interchangeable, have different finishes ( paved, colorful metals etc) and be collectible. Can also match the handbags finishings and colors as well as the chains.This is the more
Color variations
Colorful metalsAnodised or galvanisedFull paved, partially pavedversions
Twocolormetals,
Pearled
Sculptural handle
The handle can be model in Zbrush and have different finishes. It can be made in metal with varying finishes but also various materials for limited editions ( iridescent; pearlescent effect etc). . The flower made of acrylic for instant. This is the more couture version.
First sketches
Mockup
Concept 3
Bas-relief plaques
This is a mix of both commercial and couture. The tags and logos take inspiration from bas relief sculpture and traditional wall moulding frames and ornaments. It can be modeled on Zbrush for better detailing. .
First sketches
