Parsons School of Design MFA student Caity has unveiled her graduate collection, 'CHASE AVE'. The collection draws inspiration from cozy winter days spent at her grandparents' house during childhood. Memories of watching TV while waiting for school closures and playing with beloved toys became the design's starting point.
These childhood narratives unfold into increasingly imaginative looks. A delicate floral vest, reminiscent of a vintage tea party, features porcelain teacup and spoon motifs as adornments. One standout look pairs this with an intricate lace shawl, a wide-brimmed white crochet hat, and a fresh bouquet of roses. An afternoon tea memory has quite literally become clothing.
Free imagination and play run throughout the collection. A look featuring a blue striped shirt resembling pajamas, adorned with teddy bears and topped with a paper crown, reads like a scene from childhood role-play. The 'Snow Days' look—a fur jacket covered in hand-felted doll characters—captures the thrill of snowy mornings. Hand-made felt dolls are attached to the jacket, pants, and even the boots.
Every detail holds deeply personal memories. Stories shaped by childhood comfort and innocence are realized through handmade elements. Porcelain, felt, crochet, and floral patterns merge naturally within a single narrative. Step into this world and your own nostalgia might just come back to life.
These childhood narratives unfold into increasingly imaginative looks. A delicate floral vest, reminiscent of a vintage tea party, features porcelain teacup and spoon motifs as adornments. One standout look pairs this with an intricate lace shawl, a wide-brimmed white crochet hat, and a fresh bouquet of roses. An afternoon tea memory has quite literally become clothing.
Free imagination and play run throughout the collection. A look featuring a blue striped shirt resembling pajamas, adorned with teddy bears and topped with a paper crown, reads like a scene from childhood role-play. The 'Snow Days' look—a fur jacket covered in hand-felted doll characters—captures the thrill of snowy mornings. Hand-made felt dolls are attached to the jacket, pants, and even the boots.
Every detail holds deeply personal memories. Stories shaped by childhood comfort and innocence are realized through handmade elements. Porcelain, felt, crochet, and floral patterns merge naturally within a single narrative. Step into this world and your own nostalgia might just come back to life.
FAQ
Where did Katie draw inspiration for her graduate collection 'CHASE AVE'?
She drew inspiration from cozy winter days spent at her grandparents' house during childhood. Memories of watching TV while waiting for snow-day announcements and playing with cherished toys became the starting point for her designs.
What are the standout details in Katie's collection?
Handmade elements define the collection: a floral vest adorned with actual ceramic teacup and spoon motifs, a fur jacket embellished with hand-felted doll characters, lace shawls, and white crochet hats. Every detail captures personal childhood memories.
Which school does Katie attend?
Katie is an MFA student in Fashion Design at Parsons School of Design.
