Design Competition
Author: Janith S. Wright (Syracuse University)
Inspiration for this design came from the textile used to create it, a Nigerian batik printed on damask. Limiting trim and embellishment to that found in traditional African adornment presented an additional design challenge. The resulting beaded fringed kimono jacket presented a contemporary western usage for the traditional fabric and trim
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How to Cite: Wright, J. S. (1998) “Tribal Textures”, International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Conference Proceedings. 1999(2).