Winner 2024 / Fashion Sneakers / HIGH HEELS

Roots of Rebirth

 

 

• University
  Ual: London College Of Fashion
• Lead Designer
  Damla Stilla Urun
• Professor
  Sarah Day
• Prize
  Winner in HIGH HEELS, Winner in RECYCLED MATERIALS
• Expertise
  Student

'Roots of Rebirth' explores the symbiosis of bio-materials and the artisanal craftsmanship of shoemaking through a collection that references the rebirth created by the contrast of the fragility and strength. The high-heeled sandal design captures the fragile yet sinister nature of the thorn and a newly blooming flower with blade-sharp petals. The heel and sole unit are made of bio plastic, encourages sustainable designs and prevents fashion waste. The pleaser boots bring a soft yet strong approach to femininity, rebirth from contrast. The design is produced with leftover materials- a revival.

Bio
Damla Stilla is a London based Turkish footwear designer currently enrolled on the BA Cordwainers: Footwear course at UAL: London College of Fashion. Damla grew up learning artists from the age of 7, and this is reflected in her work. Alluring abstract shapes in Damla’s shoe designs are inspired by abstract art and her cultural background. Damla uses traditional shoemaking methods and technology together. Renowned logo design is inspired by Damla’s name, meaning raindrop, merged with devil eye symbolizes protection according to old beliefs.

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