Created by designer Casey Watson, the White Reef dress is the winner of the Heels & Heart wearable art fashion show competition where all proceeds are donated to charity.
This dress features an under the sea theme with white scales covering the entire body including bold shoulders and long flowing sleeves. Made out of paper, this dress focuses on the environmental impact of climate change on life under the water. Due to rising temperatures and an increase in acid levels in the water, the vibrantly hued coral reefs are experiencing a bleaching effect, draining them of their natural beauty and rich coloring.
With its completely stark white color, the White Reef dress by Casey Watson draws attention to this tragic phenomenon, asking us to take responsibility.
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The White Reef Dress is Inspired by Underwater Environmental Degredation
Trend Themes
1. Climate Change Fashion - There is a growing trend towards fashion designs that raise awareness about the impact of climate change on the environment.
2. Wearable Art - Wearable art creations are gaining popularity as designers explore unconventional materials and innovative design concepts.
3. Sustainable Fashion - The use of eco-friendly materials, such as paper, in fashion is becoming more prevalent as designers aim to reduce environmental impact.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The fashion industry can explore opportunities to incorporate environmental messaging and sustainable materials into their designs.
2. Art - Art industries can embrace wearable art as a form of creative expression that raises awareness and sparks conversations about important social and environmental issues.
3. Environmental Activism - The White Reef dress highlights the potential for collaborations between fashion designers and environmental organizations to promote sustainable practices and conservation efforts.