Playground
Accessory collection inspired by iconic toys to create a retro and whimsical assortment. All the silhouettes featured in this line were inspired by classic shapes from the 90’s.
Research
Concept
Through the use of iconic toys like: barbie dolls, toy soldiers, trolls, etc. I will explore the use of unconventional materials for the shells of the bags in this collection.
Market Research
I have always been a fan of Dries Van Noten’s provocative take on blurring the lines between genders through exaggerated looks.
For this collection I drew inspiration from several brands out there not shy to make a statement by using intricate silhouettes and bold colors. Brands like: Shimo Zhou, Walter Van Beirendonck and Margaux Derume all use juxtaposing materials in a harmonious way as they create pieces with a lot of character.
Inspiration
Mood + Color Board
Ideation
Form and concept exploration
Refined Ideation + CADs:
Manufacturing
Construction + Execution
When making this bag, I wanted to create a piece that would challenge all your senses to evoke the feeling of being young again and playing with your favorite toys.
Some of the materials were challenging to work with, but after several trials and processes, I was able to make the prototype you see below. I had to use different thicknesses of fillers and facings to create the structured shape I wanted.
Attaching the toy soldiers was all done by hand stitching each one of them onto the flap of the backpack. I refrained myself from using glue because I wanted to sew them on in a way where you could still move them around and play with them.
Final Product
Photography: Kara McCurdy | Model: Monica Estevez | Hair and Make-up: Jenn Grubbs
