Hussein Chalayan is renowned for his innovative use of materials, meticulous pattern cutting and progressive attitudes to new technology. The exhibition in the London Design Museum from January, 22th to May, 17th will be the first comprehensive presentation of Hussein Chalayan's work in the UK.
Spanning fifteen years of experimental projects, the exhibition explores the now Creative Director of PUMA Chalayan's creative approach, his inspirations and themes of cultural identity, displacement and migration which influence his work. Presenting fashion as a site of exploration and as expressions of concepts, Chalayan challenges preconceived notions of what clothing can mean, rather than as garments with only functionality in mind. Motivated by ideas and disciplines not readily associated with fashion, Hussein Chalayan's pioneering work crosses between architecture, design, philosophy, anthropology, science and technology. Hussein Chalayan's design approach demonstrates his unique ability to combine beautiful and wearable clothes for today with an intriguing vision of the future.
DESIGN MUSEUM, Shad Thames, London SE1 2YD
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