Amy Kiernan

Fashion Design

Monochrome photo of female model in shiny top and short skirt
"Exclusively Mine"

Before starting my degree, I had little to no knowledge of the fashion process regarding the design and physical elements of putting together garments. I have now finished my degree and my passion for the process has grown after finding a love for Lingerie. In my most recent project I have spent six months developing a final collection which I feel represents me and my desire for self-love. I believe every woman should feel beautiful, confident, and able to go after whatever/whomever she wants. I have confidence that my collection exudes this concept and I hope this is a factor which other women will learn to love.

‘Exclusively Mine’ is a collection inspired by the ‘femme fatale’ frequently seen throughout the genre of Film Noir. This 1940’s/50’s theme allows us to perceive a woman who is desirable, confident, and unafraid to go after what she wants, in this instance: A gaze.

This collection’s focal motif of the dangerous woman is revealed using garments under the category ‘underwear as outerwear.’ A slight sex appeal from use of leather and zips endures the wearer to feel her best whilst leaving room for the imagination to wander.

Monochrome photo of female model from behind in shiny top and short skirt
"Exclusively Mine"
Monochrome photo of female model in shiny top and short skirt squatting down
"Exclusively Mine"
Monochrome photo of female model in shiny top and short skirt sitting down
"Exclusively Mine"
Monochrome photo of female model in shiny top and short skirt
"Exclusively Mine"
Monochrome photo of female model in shiny top and short skirt
"Exclusively Mine"