Arts Thread

Combining elements from 90s skater culture and skiwear design, my designs for S/S Sartoria range reflect a functional approach combined with casual styles from inspiration of the street, developing a fresh aesthetic that brings street to the slopes. Specifically, within streetwear, the reference to skater culture has been a great influence. Taking silhouettes, graphics, and environments, I have adapted my design references to withhold the functional sport finish of skiwear. The subtle use of colours and tones creates a flamboyant side to the Sartoria collection. The reference of colour originates from the extravagant look of both retro and modern skiwear elements, as well as the creative environments of skater communities. The sense of community and friendship I have experienced through skaters around the city of Birmingham, has inspired me to design a caspule collection that not only exists. within the brand ethos of Ellesse, but to portray the ever-growing sense of belonging within skaters and their sense of style. The flamboyant defiance streetwear has given to many people on all sides of society, has inspired the unique image of this collection. Striving towards inclusitivity, will encrorouge the very same goal that orginated the streetwear style and attitude. Todd Green