The Zalea Artwear Ručno izrađena jakna – dizajner Laili Lau

Dizajn The Zalea Artwear Ručno izrađena jakna čiji je autor Laili Lau iznimno je cijenjeni dobitnik prestižne nagrade 2025 Željezna nagrada A' Design Award u natjecateljskoj kategoriji Dizajn Mode, Odjeće i Odjevnih Predmeta.

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The Zalea Artwear Ručno izrađena jakna

autor/ica Laili Lau

Klijent: Laili Lau

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O dizajnu The Zalea Artwear Ručno izrađena jakna

Zalea Artwear je ručno izrađena jakna napravljena od recikliranih tekstilnih marama i odbačenih tekstila. Svaki komad tkanine pažljivo je odabran i ručno prišiven, stvarajući slojevite teksture. Prevelika silueta i tekstilne trake koje se kaskadno spuštaju daju jakni skulpturalni karakter. Korišteni su reciklirani pamuk, vuna i svila, a široki rukavi omogućuju jednostavno slojevito oblačenje. Jakna je duljine 80 cm i širine 60 cm u području grudi. Spori ručni proces naglašava vrijednost zanatske izrade nad masovnom proizvodnjom i smanjuje tekstilni otpad.

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O nagradi Željezna nagrada A' Design Award

The Zalea Artwear Ručno izrađena jakna je pobjednik Željezne nagrade A' Design Award, prestižnog priznanja koje se dodjeljuje dobrim dizajnima što ispunjavaju profesionalne i industrijske zahtjeve očekivane od dobro dizajniranih kreacija. Željezni pobjednici pokazuju veliku vještinu, visoku specijalizaciju, stručno razumijevanje i kreativne kapacitete svojih stvaratelja. Očekuje se da The Zalea Artwear Ručno izrađena jakna bude visoko cijenjena, voljena i njegovana kreacija koja je praktična i inovativna. Ovaj dizajn koji je osvojio Željeznu nagradu A' Design Award integrira najbolje industrijske prakse i ima kompetentne tehničke karakteristike povezane sa znanjem i talentom. The Zalea Artwear Ručno izrađena jakna se poštuje zbog svoje temeljitosti i dizajniran je da pruži poboljšanja kvalitete života koja pomažu da svijet postane bolje mjesto.

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Jedinstvena svojstva: The Zalea jacket is a one-of-a-kind wearable art piece made from fabric scarves and discarded materials. Each scrap is thoughtfully selected and sewn, creating rich textures that tell a story of sustainable creativity. The oversized silhouette and cascading fabric strips give it a sculptural quality. It blends fashion with eco-conscious design, serving as both a garment and a statement against mass production, reflecting a deep respect for the environment.
Dimenzije i pakiranje: Dimensions: 80 cm (length) x 60 cm (chest width). Loose sleeves, 55 cm long. Weight: approx. 1.5 kg. Materials: Upcycled cotton, wool, and silk, providing durability and a soft touch. Care: Dry clean or gentle hand-wash only, due to the delicate, hand-sewn structure. Each jacket’s unique textures and volumes stem from thoughtfully selected fabric scraps
Oznake: Upcycled Fashion, Artwear, Handmade Jacket, Sustainable Design, Slow Fashion, Textile Art, Eco-Conscious, Unique Apparel, Recycled Materials
Proizvodna tehnologija: Constructed using hand-sewn techniques, the Zalea jacket is made entirely from donated and recycled fabric scraps. Each piece is manually assembled, a slow-fashion process that values craftsmanship over mass production. This sustainable approach merges discarded scarves and textiles into a cohesive, one-of-a-kind piece, embodying a dedication to eco-conscious design.
Dizajnerski izazov: Creating the Zalea jacket as a one-of-a-kind, wearable art piece involved overcoming challenges related to sourcing sustainable materials and developing a meticulous, labor-intensive process. This jacket was crafted as a desirable art piece to wear, made by hand with great care. The scarcity of suitable recycled fabrics and the slow, manual techniques added complexity, requiring creativity, resilience, and dedication. Driven by social and environmental awareness, every stitch honors the materials’ histories, reflecting a shift away from mass production and placing value on craftsmanship and intentional creation.
Istraživanje: The Zalea jacket draws inspiration from the azalea flower's delicate yet resilient nature and the protective garment concept. The name "Zalea" reflects the beauty and strength found in nature. At the same time, the jacket itself is designed to act as a modern-day cape—offering both physical comfort and a symbolic sense of protection and empowerment. Using upcycled materials, the jacket becomes a shield against waste and represents sustainable creativity, giving the wearer a feeling of strength and connection to the earth.
Inspiracija: The Zalea jacket emerged from a soulful, spontaneous process, hand-sewn from fabric remnants collected over four years. In late 2022, I began creating without a set design, focusing on textures and movement. The process became a cathartic, anxiety-relieving practice that reconnected me with my craft. Using donated, recycled, and salvaged fabrics, the jacket honors the materials' histories while representing a fresh and mindful approach to sustainable fashion.
Trajanje projekta: The Zalea jacket was created over approximately four and a half months, at a slow and mindful pace. The process took place in my studio in Brooklyn, NYC, where I enjoyed carefully hand-sewing the fabric scraps, allowing the design to evolve organically. This leisurely approach allowed for deeper creativity and connection with the materials, creating a truly unique and thoughtful piece.
Tijek rada: The Zalea jacket is a fluid, wearable art piece designed for both comfort and statement-making. Each fabric scrap is meticulously sewn, creating a textured, cascading effect. Its oversized silhouette invites layering, while its eco-conscious design and construction emphasize sustainability, encouraging the wearer to appreciate the garment's unique story and craftsmanship.
Patenti: Im in the process of my trademark USPTO Filing Fee per Federal US Patent and Trademark filing
Zasluge za fotografije: Photo: Anibal Mestre Wong
Model: Valeria Usganda
Production: Manaure Penalver