Anastasia Jansäter – The Russian Sole"

" It is time for functional clothing to take its rightful place on the fashion scene. But how large alterations can be made, before they lose their identity? My graduation collection is based on a journey back to my Russian childhood during the 1980s and 1990s, where I study all the old jackets, school uniforms and the wonderful patterns in everything from carpets to labels and porcelain that I grew up with. By using deconstruction, draping, collage and my own patterns, I have produced a unique and personal interpretation of the garments typically worn during this time. The collection remains true to its origins and shows an alternative to today’s almost stereotypical image of post-Soviet fashion.