A LILY AMONG THORNS by Annalise Rodgers

GRADUATE EXHIBITION PROFILE AND CONTACT Annalise Rodgers

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COLLECTION CONCEPT: ‘A LILY AMONG THORNS’

Annalise Rodgers is a Bachelor of Design student graduating 2020; she has been passionate about fashion and design from a very young age. She was initially inspired by her interest in beautiful architecture and interior styling which then progressively and naturally evolved into a love of fashion. Fashion became a very significant aspect in her life.

The 2020 graduate collection ‘A lily among thorns’, represents a beauty that does not compare to any other.

In a way it can relate to the story reminiscent to a fairytale.

Throughout her high school years, she began attending sewing classes and private tutoring to further develop her skills in the technical side of fashion design. As well as furthering her love for design and creativity in her visual communication design class at school. As a result of frequently visiting a local fabric store for personal projects, the manager saw her potential and asked if she would be interested in a job. She learnt valuable retail and customer service skills and marketing methods.

The concept of a ‘Lily’ among thorns not only represents the strength of womanhood to withstand the trials surrounding her, but also illustrates the endearment and aspiration shown to woman who wear these garments.

For her graduate collection she wanted to express and reflect her values and aspirations as a designer in her own life. Her designs embody a sweet femininity with a sexy undertone.

Annalise loves how clothing can not only be a beautiful expression of one’s personality, but also have the ability to transform an individual entirely and influence how other people perceive you.

The women who wear these designs are the ‘lily’ among the thorns, they are desired but also protected and respected.

There is a high contrast between the two elements of the luxuriant, velvety softness of the elegant petal of a lily and the withered, tangled thorns around it. Despite the vulnerability of the lily surrounded by thorns her undeniable strength shines through vibrantly. Though the thorns can act as a barrier or blockage to the lily, which gives it a sense of inaccessibility, untouchable yet admired from a distance. Representation of thorns that protect the lily yet on the other hand are a direct comparison to the lily.

Just as our trials and tribulations are things we would gladly escape from; they also act as a protection and source of growth and strength when we overcome them. The thorns are a hedge that serve as a fence, warding off any devouring foe. An exposed lily is endangered and vulnerable, but a lily among thorns is strong and beautiful.

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