Amourizi Varnamkhasti Kiarash - WiSe 24/25
Resisting Expectations
Growing up in Iranís strict dress-code environment underscored how clothing enforces conformity. Even minor deviations in length or color risked censure, revealing how menswear can operate as a form of social control. This experience sparked my interest in using subtle design shiftsóseams, silhouettes, and layered fabricsóto quietly subvert rigid norms and nurture personal expression without overt rebellion.
(Witnessing how standardized dress codes restrict individual identity sparked my drive to redefine masculinity through more fluid, personal expressions. Exploring body-conscious details allows for innovative ways to convey sensuality and individuality without overt challenges to social expectations. By questioning masculine stereotypes, I aim to create designs that resonate with a wider range of personal identities and cultural contexts. integrating my own experiences of navigating strict environments, I sought to translate these insights into design solutions that subtly empower the wearer.)