Concept

There is magic everywhere | A practice in sustainable fashion

Research

Sustainable fashion is not a new concept.
It is here to stay and make a difference for the planet and its inhabitants.

Unconventional Design Materials

Nicole McLaughlin | Snack on the Go

Nicole McLaughling Innovative and Funcitonal Jacket from Bubble Wrap

Unconventional Design Materials

Nicole McLaughlin | Bubble Wrap Jacket

A hat made out of bottle caps by Chioma Obiegbu

Unconventional Design Materials

Chioma Obiegbu | Bottle Cap Hat

My Interpretation

Magic is everywhere.
By embracing this philosophy, I found that everyday items — things often discarded without a second thought — could be transformed into something extraordinary. This approach not only nurtures my creativity but also promotes sustainability by giving new life to materials that might otherwise go to waste.

Beautiful Sculpture made of garbage by Tim Noble and Sue Webster

Dirty White Trash
(With Gulls), 1988
by Tim Noble & Sue Webster

Process

St. Martins

by ChaniiB

Model shoe for this project

Materials

I tried to pick materials that would otherwise be thrown out.

Egg Carton

Egg Carton

Main Structure

Blue Painter's Tape

Blue Painter's Tape

Binding Agent

Black Elecrtrical Tape

Black Electrical Tape

Sole

Metal Chain

Broken Metal Chain

Laces

Sketch Process

Getting to know the St. Martins shoe by ChaniiB

Making Process

Making the St. Martins shoe out of egg cartons and tape by Jordan Ng

Outcome

Final Look of the St. Martins Shoe made from egg carton and tape by Jordan Ng Final Look of the St. Martins Shoe made from egg carton and tape by Jordan Ng

Final Thoughts

Overall, I really enjoyed this process and repurposing unconventional materials has allowed me to foster greater creativity when it comes to solving problems and innovating something new.

If I were to do it again, I would find more materials that needed renewing. Maybe another renewable source to bind the materials together, or at least use less of it and paint it to get the colour I want.

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