Lace, once a symbol of wealth and class now signifies femininity and sexuality. This transformation is underscored by the screenprinted intricate lace designs onto a plain white t-shirt, creating an ironic contrast that prompts viewers to reconsider the lace’s meaning.
What once cinched women’s figures into an hourglass under their wardrobe, now serves as a powerful pattern of sexuality. Woman have taken back lace and made it their own, using it to feel sexy and confident. Lace has been redefined as a symbol of femininity.
Juxtaposing this symbol of femininity against a baggy white t-shirt forces the viewer to focus on the pattern and intricate detail of lace, and not the woman’s body. A woman’s body shape shouldn’t matter. This is me. This is all you need to see.
LACE: Now and Then
Bringing the underneath outwards.
In Modern Day.
Juxtaposing the shape of the 16th century lace corset against modern lace advertisements and storefronts around Vienna. Alluding to the function but feeling comfortable and myself in an oversized white tee shirt.