About Me
Hi! I'm Grace, a fashion design graduate from Nottingham Trent Uni.
Grace Reeves is an artist with a passion for sustainable design. Her work explores zero waste practices which combine functionality and self-expression to allow individuals to explore their identity while being conscious of their environmental impact. Her designs champion versatility to gift individuality, freedom and power through different styling options.
My art has always been provoked by my emotions. I love new experiences and learning about other cultures and people. My work symbolises my love for storytelling and creating a feeling; one of the most wonderful aspects of art is that anyone can engage with it. Consequently, I use my artistry to investigate and explore the human condition to prompt introspection and conversation. Existence is a blessing, so I try to celebrate various aspects of life within my work, such as my connection and respect for nature. Society must be conscious of our impact for the sake of future generations.
INSPIRATION
Attitudes towards waste inspired my upcycling. Let’s create meaning and connect to our surroundings.
Since the coronavirus pandemic, I have been engaging with my surroundings with a heightened sense of appreciation and curiosity. In the summer of 2021, the mess left by festivalgoers at the end of a music festival shocked me. This carelessness inspired me to upcycle to show that the discarded objects were still of value. I believe that creativity can inspire positive change; through design, we can create meaning and community. Understanding the story behind something adds emotional value and connection.
I promote transparency within my work because it disturbs me that most people do not know the story behind the objects they consume. This is a systematic issue. Consequently, I want users to understand the story behind their garments, so they can appreciate its emotional value, and add to through enjoyment. I want my work to disrupt the traditional fashion system and challenge society’s perception of second-hand clothing. I want to promote a circular economy with a rebellious and individualistic feeling.
MY WORK
PORTFOLIOS
Connect with your inner and outer world.
Be present and live in the moment.
We are nature. Let's become more balanced + free.
Admire life through a different lens. Explore.
DETAIL
Versatility and functionality is key.
My work focuses on literal connection alongside emotional connection. Modern life can be stressful and fast, which is why I want my collection to ground individuals and remind them to enjoy and interact with the moment.
How can humans reconnect with ourselves and our surroundings? Creating an interesting and interactive form of self-expression prompts individuals to be different and to experiment with their identity.
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