THE PRIESTESS - Finalist design for Bilbao International Art&Fashion 2012

Inspired by Japanese Zen Garden.

Design by: Katia Olivera

Collection: 'Archetypes' Fall Winter 12/13

Contest: Bilbao International Art&Fashion 2012 | Bilbao, Spain

Made in: Lima | Peru

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Description of the work

The collection depicts three feminine archetypes: The Warrior (outfit of 3 garments, inspired by the Samurai warriors), The Princess (dress inspired by the traditional kimono) and The Priestess (outfit of 2 garments inspired by the Zen gardens). All the collection represents independence, femininity and harmony.

Inspiration

Japanese art expressed in the decorative arts, warlike art and contemplative art, applied in form and content. In this collection the simplicity and harmony of the lines reflects the union with nature and with life. Duality and equilibrium in textures and colours.

Materials used

Unbleached (natural color) 100% cotton, and also hand-dyed cotton for the textile design, using the technique of the Japanese dye “Shibori" in Maki-Age style, Goatskin leather and metal buckles.

THE PRINCESS - Finalist design for Bilbao International Art&Fashion 2012

Inspired by traditional Japanese Kimono.

Design by: Katia Olivera

Collection: 'Archetypes' Fall Winter 12/13

Contest: Bilbao International Art&Fashion 2012 | Bilbao, Spain

Made in: Lima | Peru

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Description of the work

The collection depicts three feminine archetypes: The Warrior (outfit of 3 garments, inspired by the Samurai warriors), The Princess (dress inspired by the traditional kimono) and The Priestess (outfit of 2 garments inspired by the Zen gardens). All the collection represents independence, femininity and harmony.

Inspiration

Japanese art expressed in the decorative arts, warlike art and contemplative art, applied in form and content. In this collection the simplicity and harmony of the lines reflects the union with nature and with life. Duality and equilibrium in textures and colours.

Materials used

Unbleached (natural color) 100% cotton, and also hand-dyed cotton for the textile design, using the technique of the Japanese dye “Shibori" in Maki-Age style, Goatskin leather and metal buckles.

THE WARRIOR - Finalist design for Bilbao International Art&Fashion 2012

Inspired by Japanese Art and Samurai warriors.

Design by: Katia Olivera

Collection: 'Archetypes' Fall Winter 12/13

Contest: Bilbao International Art&Fashion 2012 | Bilbao, Spain

Made in: Lima | Peru

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Description of the work

The collection depicts three feminine archetypes: The Warrior (outfit of 3 garments, inspired by the Samurai warriors), The Princess (dress inspired by the traditional kimono) and The Priestess (outfit of 2 garments inspired by the Zen gardens). All the collection represents independence, femininity and harmony.

Inspiration

Japanese art expressed in the decorative arts, warlike art and contemplative art, applied in form and content. In this collection the simplicity and harmony of the lines reflects the union with nature and with life. Duality and equilibrium in textures and colours.

Materials used

Unbleached (natural color) 100% cotton, and also hand-dyed cotton for the textile design, using the technique of the Japanese dye “Shibori" in Maki-Age style, Goatskin leather and metal buckles.

INCAN TREASURES - Sleeveless Silk Top
Inspired by the geometric patterns and iconography of Inca Culture.

Print Design by: Katia Olivera 

Client: Vida & CO | San Francisco, CA

Produced by: Vida & CO | San Francisco, CA

Made in: Karachi | Pakistan 

Fabrication: 100% Natural Silk

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INCA (a.k.a Tribal Masks) - Wool Infinity Scarf
Inspired by rich geometric patterns and ancient ceremonial masks full of symbols and mysticism of the Amazonian ethnic groups in Peru.

Print Design by: Katia Olivera 

Client: Vida & CO | San Francisco, CA

Produced by: Vida & CO | San Francisco, CA

Made in: Karachi | Pakistan 

Fabrication: 100% Wool

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LEGACY - Silk Tee
Inspired by the geometric patterns and iconography of Inca Culture.

Print Design by: Katia Olivera 

Client: Vida & CO | San Francisco, CA

Produced by: Vida & CO | San Francisco, CA

Made in: Karachi | Pakistan 

Fabrication: 100% Natural Silk

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NAVAJO STORIES - Cashmere Blend Scarf

"This design is inspired by the geometrical patterns in Navajo tapestries. I chose colors that represent the warmth that seems woven into this tribal culture, and the connection they share with the land and forces of nature around them. The textures speak of ancient traditions and the intricate shapes tell their story, full of symbols and mysticism."

- Katia Olivera - 

Print Design by: Katia Olivera

Client: Front Row Society | Berlin

Collection: 'Homespun Wisdom' Spring 2015

Produced by: FRONT ROW SOCIETY - World of Discovery GMBH | Berlin

Made in: China

Fabrication: 10% Cashmere 90% Modal

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SHIBORI PATH - Cashmere Scarf

"One of my favorite textile techniques is Shibori, a Japanese dyed technique. For this design I used one of my own hand-dyed fabrics; the stripes represent many spiritual paths or routes, and were inspired by tribal prints. The colors are a mix of indigo and white in the traditional Shibori style. combined with earth tones to recall a simple, natural element."

- Katia Olivera - 

Print Design by: Katia Olivera

Client: Front Row Society | Berlin

Collection: 'Homespun Wisdom' Spring 2015

Produced by: FRONT ROW SOCIETY - World of Discovery GMBH | Berlin

Made in: Kashmir Region | India

Fabrication: 100% SUPERFINE 90'S Cashmere

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FREEDOM - Cashmere Scarf

"During the 'Rorschach' design challenge, I was fascinated with those forms and shapes that appear suddenly within our mind's eye and the sudden rush of emotion that accompany them. 'Freedom' represents the great wings of our subconscious, escaping beyond all the fear and darkness we keep inside ourselves. I wanted to get across that almost apocalyptic atmosphere, so chose a mix of dark colors contrasted with burning orange to retain that impression."

- Katia Olivera - 

Print Design by: Katia Olivera

Client: Front Row Society | Berlin

Collection: 'Rorschach' Fall 2014

Produced by: FRONT ROW SOCIETY - World of Discovery GMBH | Berlin

Made in: Kashmir Region | India

Fabrication: 100% Cashmere

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CIVILIZATION - Modal Scarf

Inspired by the iconography of war gods, drawn from the Moche (Peruvian pre-hispanic) Culture.

Print Design by: Katia Olivera
Client: Vida & CO | San Francisco, CA

Produced by: Vida & CO | San Francisco, CA

Made in: Karachi | Pakistan 

Fabrication: 100% MicroModal®

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ANTIKUNA - Cashmere Blend Scarf

Inspired by pure color of sky and snow of the Andes Mountains.

Print Design by: Katia Olivera 

Client: Vida & CO | San Francisco, CA

Produced by: Vida & CO | San Francisco, CA

Made in: Karachi | Pakistan 

Fabrication: 10% Cashmere 90% Micro Modal

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PATTERNS OF PERU - Silk Square Scarf

Inspired by the geometric patterns of ancient textiles and ponchos from Inca Culture.

Print Design by: Katia Olivera

Client: Vida & CO | San Francisco, CA

Produced by: Vida & CO | San Francisco, CA

Made in: Karachi | Pakistan 

Fabrication: 100% Natural Silk

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