Kathy Phillips - Upcycled Victorian Steampunk Garment
Modeled by Amellia Hausmann
Billboard Artwork by Hanna McKee
Featured in ArtPop’s 6th Annual Upcycled Fashion Show & Community Arts Fundraiser
Inspired by the elegance of Victorian fashion and the inventive spirit of Steampunk, this two-piece ensemble transforms Hannah McKee's bold ArtPop billboard artwork into a modern couture silhouette. The fitted jacket features a three-belt front closure with contrasting lapels, while the full circular skirt creates a dramatic silhouette. Both pieces are embellished with intricate damask appliqué, creating a striking dialogue between contemporary art and timeless craftsmanship.
Meet the Designer:
Kathryn Jeanne Phillips is a fiber artist, textile designer, and garment maker whose work bridges the worlds of fashion, fine art, and storytelling. With more than three decades of experience as a Textile Designer, Creative Director, and Chief Curator, she has spent her career immersed in the rich history of pattern, color, and craftsmanship. Whether designing fiber art for the wall or constructing wearable art for the runway, she approaches each piece as an opportunity to reimagine materials and uncover unexpected beauty.
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Runway photography by Rico Marcelo. White backdrop photography by Robb Webb.
