Brielle-Tayla D'AGOSTINO Graduate Portfolio

FASHION COLLECTION AUSTRALIA

BRIELLE-TAYLA D’AGOSTINO SPRING/SUMMER 2023

1

D’AGOSTINO

2

3

D’AGOSTINO

4

5

D’AGOSTINO

6

7

D’AGOSTINO

8

9

D’AGOSTINO

10

11

D’AGOSTINO

12

13

D’AGOSTINO

14

15

D’AGOSTINO

16

17

D’AGOSTINO

18

19

Brielle-Tayla D’Agostino Brielle-Tayla is a Melbourne-based fashion designer. The driven and ambitious designer is a dynamic and emerging force in the fashion world. With an unwavering passion for crafting stunning and awe-inspiring garments in both men’s and women’s wear, Brielle continues to experiment and have fun with different fabrics, textures, colours, embellishments and silhouettes while studying at Whitehouse Institute of Design.

Each design crafted and curated is a testament to her dedication to pushing boundaries and her relentless pursuit of transforming fabric into wearable art that leaves a lasting ‘wow’ impression.

Committed to both quality and sustainability, Brielle’s fashion designs are meticulously crafted with high-quality materials, enWsuring longevity and timeless appeal.

Inspired by her journey as a young emerging fashion designer, Brielle has poured her heart and soul into creating a collection that takes inspiration from the silhouette and beauty of a butterfly, while eloquently weaves together elements of how she has grown and flourished in her skill set and abilities, and learning what she is capable of when bringing an idea to life. Resulting in a collection that defines a chapter of her own life story. Just like a butterfly growing its wings and coming into its own, Brielle resonates with the metaphor of what the idea of Metamorphosis means.

D’AGOSTINO

20

Stone Grain Brocade Metallic - Pink/Silver Composition: 64% polyester, 19% Nylon, 17% lurex Width: 146cm

FRONT Rose pink lining Composition: 100% Italian viscose bemberg Width: 140cm

Trims: Sew on diamante embelishments Diamante chain

BACK

21

BODY NO.1

D’AGOSTINO

22

Metallic Floral/Birds Brocade Organza - Light Blue/Pale Pink/Silver Composition: 74% polyester, 11% lurex, 15% nylon Width: 137cm

FRONT

Perla Black Stretch Lining Black 97% polyester 3% elastane stretch lining Width: 150cm

Trims: Large heavyweight metal zip - Silver

BACK

23

BODY NO.2

D’AGOSTINO

24

Left side Front

Multi coloured Silver Blue Sequin fabric

Perla Black Stretch Lining Black 97% polyester 3% elastane stretch lining Width: 150cm Weight: 85gsm

25

Back

Right side

Trims: Large heavyweight metal zip - Silver

BODY NO.3

D’AGOSTINO

26

27

D’AGOSTINO 28

291

D’AGOSTINO 30

CONCEPT

M

etamorphosis is a collection that emerges from the idea of the transformation of a butterfly.

The growth a butterfly undergoes as it then transforms into something far greater than it ever imagined. It represents personal growth, strength, and independence.

The ability to go through struggles and excell and grow as a person mentally, physically, and spiritually. The colour palette utilizes light and dark colours while remaining cohesive such as tinted light dusty pinks, silver, as well as tint, tones, and shades of cloudy blue and dark blue, and tints of lilac purple.

The hero look entails a fitted mini blazer dress with a chuncky front zip. Lantern sleeves with giant puffy structured wings on the front, and a large cut out in the back, all in a multi colour dusty pink and silver brocade fabric to embody a butterfly’s silhouette. Diamond embellishments and trims on the front collar and draped on the back which is symbolic to the saying ‘pressure makes diamonds’ correlating to this collections concept.

The spin off looks in this collection retain the same idea of the large butterfly-like sillouettes.

The second design is an asymmetrical one shoulder mini dress in a blue, silver and lilac floral brocade fabrication. With the butterfly wing silhouette sleeve and giant metal zip in the back.

The third design is a fitted strapless asymmetrical mini dress in a blue and silver multi coloured sequin fabric. With a sructured strap off the shoudler. Paired with matching thigh high boots.

“The idea behind this collection has a personal significance as it reflects on my life and journey as a designer. I have persevered through all of the struggles I have been dealt and have grown as it has made me a stronger and more resilient person.”

– Brielle-Tayla D’Agostino

31

“Metamorphosis has always been the greatest symbol of change for poets and artists.

Imagine that you could be a caterpillar one moment and a butterfly the next.”

– Louie Schwartzberg

Just like a butterfly trying to get out of its cocoon, it struggles but otherwise would be weak if it did not do this by itself. The struggle is a necessary an important factor to what makes the butterfly strong. If you think of yourself as a butterfly, locked in your cocoon, your struggle gives you strength and without it, you will not be strong enough for the next phase of your life.

“The struggle is your path to freedom, whether you consciously recognize it or not.”

– Anas Ebrahem

D’AGOSTINO

32

33

D’AGOSTINO

34

Target Market

T

The target market for this collection that exceeds luxury, is the sophisticated and trend-conscious segment of the European fashion market. This statement piece appeals to individuals with a penchant for high-end fashion who are drawn to unique and extravagant designs. The blend of opulence through diamond embellishments, the playfulness of puff sleeves, and the textured pink and silver sparkly fabric cater to those who seek to make a bold statement on runways, special events, and upscale social gatherings. This ensemble aligns perfectly with the refined tastes of fashion-forward Europeans who appreciate avant-garde creations that seamlessly merge glamour and contemporary design.

35

E T H E R E A L W H I M S I C A L T R A N S F O R M A T I V E R A D I A N T G L A M O R O U S

# F 9 C D D F

# A B D A F 4

# 6 D 8 E C 1

# F 1 F 1 F 1

D’AGOSTINO

36

Completed Work By

Pattern Making, Construction, Creative Direction, Trend Research, Technical Sketches, Materials, Illustrations, Styling, Editing, Folio, Photography, Fashion Direction

By Brielle-Tayla D’Agostino

Instagram: @brielletaylaofficial 37

Credits & Acknowledgements

Photograghs: Fashion Designs & Accessories By Brielle-Tayla D’Agostino Photographer: Brielle-Tayla D’Agostino Model: Rhianna Sanders Melbourne Fashion Week: Models: Anastasia Stanislaus, Vanessa Slamin, Ayen Stylist: Stuart Walford Whitehouse Institute of Design: @Whitehouse_edu, Darran Arabin-Gander, Jye Marshall, Alfia Galimova, Matt Kimpton

D’AGOSTINO 38