JOHN KLIF

LEVER DU SOLEIL JOHN KLIF

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LEVER DU SOLEIL

“S U N R I S E ”

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ever Du Soleil (Sunrise) examines ancient Greek draped sculptures that is strongly seen within the construction of the hero piece. The femininity of drapery is juxtaposed with the edge of brutalist architecture that is infused in the hero gown.

Silhouette exaggeration is another strong feature of the gown, which was driven from the bustles evident throughout the Victorian era.

of their original function and are now carrying a more fashionable approach to what was once seen as professional attire. For instance, the army archetype is evident through the reworking of the trench coat with the use of the gun flaps. The aim of Lever du Soleil is to incorporate extraordinary quality within every aspect of its development, focusing mainly on wool, whilst maintaining elements of tailoring and classical wear, yet being contemporary.

Moreover, Lever Du Soleil features the WGSN colour forecasting for 2024-25, which includes midnight Moreover, Lever Du Soleil features blues, reds, yellows and beige. the WGSN colour forecasting for The incorporation of this colour 2024-25, which includes midnight palette will be evident in this 6-body blues, reds, yellows and beige. collection in which the classic jacket is The incorporation of this colour deconstructed and reconceptualization palette will be evident in this 6-body to create a contemporary look that is collection in which the classic jacket is also based around various clothing and deconstructed and reconceptualization uniform archetypes, that are stripped

LEVER DU SOLEIL

DESIGN STATEMENT 37

BRUTALIST MOOD BOARD

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JOHN KLIF’S ORIGINAL PRINT ON A SILK SCARF.

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MOOD BOARD

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JOHN KLIF’S ORIGINAL PRINT ON A SILK SCARF.

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BRUTALIST & COLOUR MOOD BOARD

VICTORIAN MOOD BOARD

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CAPSULE COLLECTION

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BELLWETHER 46

ITALIAN ZIPPER COLLAGE PRINT COTTON SATEEN

60% WOOL BLEND CAMEL GRID

80% WOOL FLANNEL

SLEEVLESS BOAT NECK PANNIER MICRO DRESS WITH ASYMMETRICAL FRONT DRAPING STYLED WITH A BLACK WOOL BLEND BERET, BLACK GLOVES , SILVER NECKLACE, AND BLACK BOOTS.

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LAMBKIN

WOOL CARAMEL STRIPE SUITING

MARIGOLD 70% WOOL BLEND SUITING

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SLEEVLESS BOUT NECK PANNIER TOP WITH SYMMETRICAL FLAPS PAIRED WITH AN 8 GORE SKIRT WITH FRONT DRAPE STYLED WITH 100% WOOL BLEND BERET AND BLACK HEELS

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PUZZLE DRESS ITALIAN ZIPPER COLLAGE PRINT COTTON SATEEN

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CRUELLA 60% WOOL BLEND HOUNDSTOOTH

60% WOOL BLEND CAMEL GRID

60% CASHMERE AND 40% WOOL BLEND FLEECE

COTTON DENIM

MULTI ASYMMETRICAL PANELED ABOVE KNEE DRESS. STYLED WITH BLACK GLOVES, BLACK LEGGINGS, SILVER NECKLACE, BLACK WOOL BLEND BERET AND BLACK HEELS.

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STRIPE SHIRT AND PANTS 52

ITALIAN ZIPPER COLLAGE PRINT COTTON SATEEN

HIGH STRETCH WOOL SUITING

COTTON SHIRTING

SLEEVLESS SHIRT WITH TRENCH INSPIRED STRAP DETAILING PAIRED WITH WIDE LEG PANTS. STYLED WITH BLACK GLOVES, SHEER BLACK GLOVES, SILVER BRACELET, BLACK WOOL BLEND BERET AND ORANGE HEELS.

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SOLDAT 17.

ITALIAN ZIPPER COLLAGE PRINT COTTON SATEEN

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ROBERTO CAVALLI METAL DOT FABRIC

WOOL PINSTRIPE WOOL % NOT MENTIONED

60%WOOL BLEND CAMEL GRID

ITALIAN WOOL SUITING WOOL % NOT MENTIONED

ITALIAN STRIPE COTTON SHIRTING YELLOW & WHITE

DOUBLE SLEEVE CAR LENGTH COAT WITH ASYMMETRICAL GUN FLAPS. WORN WITH CIGARETTE TROUSERS AND SHIRT WITH ASYMMETRICAL FLAP AND STRAP DETAILING. STYLED WITH 100% WOOL NAVY BERET AND BLACK BOOTS.

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SHEEP OF THE NIGHT BLACK DENIM

SILK GAZAR

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BOX PLEATED SLEEVE BLOUSE UNDER A DENIM VEST WITH FRONT GUN FLAPS AND TRENCH INSPIRED STRAPS. WORN WITH A SILK ORGANZA GORED A-LINE SKIRT WITH ORGANZA FLAP APPLIQUE STYLED WITH A WOOL BLEND BERET AND BLACK HEELS

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BOW ON EWE BOW ON A SHEEP

SILK GAZAR

WOOL CARAMEL STRIPE SUITING

BLACK DENIM

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LONG PENILE SKIRT WITH FRONT SLIT AND ASYMMETRICAL FLAPS/ STRAPS STYLED WITH A WOOL BLEND BERET, MESH TOP, BLACK GLOVES, SILVER BRACELET AND BLACK BOOTS

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LAMBKIN

RANGE PLAN

BELLWETHER

SHEEP OF THE NIGHT

D-RING SILVER CH

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BOW ON A SHEEP

STRIPE

SOLDAT

HOKER

SILK SCARF BERET

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STYLING

JOHN KLIF E: johnklif701@gmail.com I: klif_20

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ABOUT JOHN KLIF .

John Klif is an emerging designer known for his unique aesthetic that blends highend fashion with architectural influences.

He focuses on sourcing exceptional fabrics to create designs that combine classic tailoring with casual wear. Aiming to push the boundaries of traditional fashion, Klif merges structured elements with relaxed styles to produce innovative and versatile pieces. As a top 10 finalist in the Melbourne Cup Carnival Fashions on

the Field Emerging Designer Award, in collaboration with the VRC and Vogue Australia, as well as being the recipient of the Breakthrough Designer Award 2024 sponsored by Akira Isogawa at Fleece to Fashion, this showcases his commitment to creativity and excellence. Through his work, Klif strives to create garments that are not only visually striking but also comfortable and wearable, reflecting a balance of sophistication and practicality.

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CREDITS INSTAGRAM LINKEDIN

JOHN KLIF

FASHION DESIGNER, PATTERN MAKER, GARMENT CONSTRUCTOR, JEWELLERY DESIGNER, MILLINERY DESIGNER/CONSTRUCTOR, STYLIST, MODEL CASTING, AND PRINT/PATTERN DEVELOPER.

CREATIVE DIRECTION

JOHN KLIF - https://www.instagram.com/klif_20/p/DA5LEk_SDOU/ BRADY HARTLEY - https://www.instagram.com/bradyhartley/

PHOTOGRAPHERS

JAMES LANCHESTER - https://www.instagram.com/james_lanchester_ photo/?hl=en BRADY HARTLEY - https://www.instagram.com/bradyhartley/ APRIL RAYMOND -https://www.instagram.com/aaprilraymond/

MODELS

AMANDA CHAN - https://www.instagram.com/mandapanda.chan/?hl=en EDDY MUGISHA - https://www.instagram.com/eddy2black/ ELLA FAUS - https://www.instagram.com/ella_mia_faus/ YISHAN (EVA) YAO - https://www.instagram.com/_y13studio/

MENTORS : LEANNE WHITEHOUSE KATRINA SKINNER BRONSON ATKIN JOHN AZZI JASON GEMENIS AKIRA ISOGAWA

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References: Kelly, 2024 D, Bottega Veneta FW24 Floats With Big Personality, website, viewed 21/01/2024, < https://hypebeast. com/2024/2/bottega-veneta-fall-winter2024-collection-milan-fashion-week-fw24runway>. maisonmargiela.com, n.d, New Season - SS24, website, <https://www. maisonmargiela.com/en-au/maison-margiela/new-season---ss24/>. louisevuitton. com, n.d, Men’s Fall-Winter 2024 Show, website, viewed 21/01/2024, <https:// au.louisvuitton.com/eng-au/magazine/articles/men-fall-winter-2024#Soundtrack>. versace.com, n.d, Pre-fall 2024 website, viewed 21/02/2024, <https://www.versace. com/us/en/stories/lookbooks/pre-fall2024-collection.html>.

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INSTAGRAM LINKEDIN

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INDEX

4-37 PHOTOS 38-39 DESIGN STATEMENT 40-45 MOODBOARDS AND SCARF PRINTS 46-47 CAPSULE COLLECTION 48-61 GARMENTS 62-63 RANGE PLAN 64-65 DEVELOPMENT 66-67 STYLING 68-69 ABOUT JOHN KLIF 70 JOHN KLIF LOGO 71 CREDITS 72 REFERENCES

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