Look 2

// application of second embroidery sample / asymmetrical shirt 

Process and reflection on look 1 // asymmetrical shirt with embroidered sample 

Unlike my first sample where my drape informed the application of my embroidery sample, for this design the sample informed the garment. Once scanning up the deign and playing around with it on photoshop, I decided to use the sample as a toss repeat rather than a placement or oversized placement print. This then gave me a clear criteria for my drape which allowed me to be more creative with silhouette and shape. Once I began draping on the stand, I was easily able to start creating interesting and modern shapes. I really liked the idea of an asymmetrical shape where the print would be both subtle and simple. I also played around with sleeve shapes a lot and found the most effective shape being a structured cap sleeve. 

It was rather simple to decide where the printed panel would go as the surface would need to be relatively smooth to prevent bulk and puckering. This constraint led me to make an alteration to the shirt silhouette, by adding a dart along the diagonal from the armhole to the centre bust. 

In regards to the repeated toss print, I think it really successfully portrays the theme of physical maps  with an abstract aesthetic.