I've been working on some concepts, a lot of them to do with child labour and just generally who is making your clothes and the conditions under which they are made. I've been playing with using objects of garment making, e.g. needles, thread, zips and trying to arrange them in ways that show them in an oppressing way.
One of the things I was drawn to was using sequins after seeing the BBC panorama expose showing people sewing sequins for tiny wages in back streets. I feel that sequins are a juxtaposition to this, being a symbol of tacky glamour and fast fashion, when behind the scenes is an exploited work force.
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