BA (Hons) Fashion Design and Development
[Look Book Images] Photography: Anai Bharucha http://anaibharucha.tumblr.com/ Beauty: Som J http://www.facebook.com/somijj Image Editor: Terrence Seah http://www.edfool.com/blog Model: Mila from Oxygen Models Management [Collection] Shanna Bent`s aw13-14 collection `INUNDATE` encompasses a minimalist tone with beautifully structured, twisted detailing. Unique pieces exuding modernity and classic shapes against a neutral palette of grey, navy and blue with a hint of colour introduced through an elaborate print. The reversible and multi-wearable aspects embrace the lifestyle of the busy modern woman, allowing her to âbuy less and wear moreâ along with a combination of both light and heavy fabrics which permits the collection to be worn throughout all seasons in celebration of longevity and practicality. Photography of global flooding by Gideon Mendel and Robert Polidori were the root of inspiration for the collection which enthused further research into the causes of flooding and it`s after effects. Satellite images of hurricanes inspire the spiral and twisted shapes within the garments as well as the vibrant digital print made up from tangled multicolour ribbons which were off-cuts from initial toiling. These images not only inspired the garment shapes, but also their function in rejection of seasonal trends and the increase of disposable fashion resulting in waste and global pullution. Each garment is therefore designed as a separate in order to easily be worn with other garments, creating a new look each time thus minimising the need for consistent purchasing of new items. The collection consists a mixture of both reversible and multi-wearable garments, further allowing the consumer to style her outfit as she pleases, creating a new look each time. Each garment has been carefully considered and ensured to be versatile enough to appear as a different garment. The pieces are additionally stamped with signature detailing of contrast silk binded seams for longevity and hidden contrast zips as an extra feature against the predominately understated exterior. [Experiences] -Beautiful Soul Studio Intern (10th Aug `12- 1st Oct `12) -Agent Provocateur Press Intern (9th Jan `12- 6th July `12) -Roland Mouret Collection Development Intern (29th Aug `11- 6th Jan `12) -Stephane St Jaymes Studio Intern (29th Oct `10- 4th Jan `11) -Alexander McQueen Studio Intern (26th July 2010) -Black Hair and Beauty Magazine Stylist`s PA ( Feb `08) - Kaiz Agency Event Organiser Intern (6th Sep `07) [Education] Central Saint Martins (2008-2009) London College of Fashion (2009- Present) [Press] http://www.vogue.co.uk/fashion/spring-summer-2014/ready-to-wear/london-college-of-fashion-ba/full-length-photos/gallery/1004174 http://www.fashion156.com/collections/london-college-of-fashion-ba-graduate-collections-2013/ http://www.pigeonsandpeacocks.com/editorial/the-glorious-graduates/ http://resideinlondon.com/wardrobe/london-college-of-fashion-runway/#.UdVKL9iyluK http://musingsofbuffyleigh.blogspot.co.uk/2013/07/seabrook-and-bent.html http://www.xxymagazine.com/xxy-presents-shanna-bent-and-lucy-seabrook/ http://www.ameliasmagazine.com/fashion/london-college-of-fashion-ba-hons-graduate-catwalk-show-2013-review-part-two/2013/07/22/ http://madeinclaphammag.com/2013/08/11/up-and-coming-designer-shanna-bent/ [Contact] Shannabent@live.co.uk