Arts Thread

Filling space celebrates black female talent and impact in male dominated spaces with aesthetics fuelled by old school hip hop, sport and Jamaica. The project was created in response to Puma's black history month competition brief, which called black designers to design a collection of looks to match the iconic puma suede. In response to the brief, I have sought to honour and celebrate the remarkable achievements of black women who have made history by shattering glass ceilings in traditionally male-dominated fields. Inspired by the iconic success of Puma Suede in various male-dominated spaces such as hip-hop and sport, the project which I have titled: "Filling Space" serves as a tribute to the determination of Black women who have made waves in these arenas and started many trends whilst doing so. The driving force behind this project was the powerful documentary "Ladies First," which provided insight into the pioneering role of women in the early days of hip-hop. Additionally, the recent historic qualification of Jamaica's women's football team for the World Cup profoundly inspired me, given my Jamaican heritage. These two sources of inspiration converge to create a dynamic backdrop for a fashion collection that blends the worlds of sports and music. Creatively, I strive to create celebratory work that observes relevant, significant subjects through a cultural lens. Lace features are included to symbolise femininity and the idea of the Caribbean living room, while large, oversized denim pieces and appliques are an ode to the world of hip hop. "Filling space" celebrates the essence of athleisure, where Jamaican culture and the hip-hop scene beautifully intersect. Photographer: ARAN HARRIS @aranharrisphoto Talent: BINA. @binaofficial AMINATA FALL @ami.fall