CRYSTALMCFARLANE

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Having just completed my finial collection the theme was historical. I looked at armoury dating back to the Henry VIII era. When visiting the Henry VIII exhibition, I found that each piece was enriched with stories of battle, bravery and strength; they almost have a sense of enchantment and mystery. I analysed the shapes, their construction and translated them into lightweight fabric such as silks, silk cottons and light suiting. I injected a sense of serenity and calmness with a palette of cool navy blues and greys. My aim was to create timeless pieces that you could fall in love captivating you with the craftsmanship, dedication, and intricacy enabling the wearer to create mystery and stories of enchantment all of their own.

About the Designer

Crystal is based in LONDON, United Kingdom. She studied at UNIVERSITY OF WESTMINSTER and graduated in 2010. Her collections are produced in United Kingdom.

Graduating in June 2010 with a BA (Hons) Fashion Design Degree, Crystal McFarlane’s collection is an experiment of shape and texture inspired by armoury of the Henry VIII era. Crystal’s chic menswear focuses on conception, cut and creation. She has expressed masculinity through light, soft fabrics, with minimalist delicate detailing and beautiful craftsmanship. Taking elements from the past and bringing them into a more contemporary light, aiming to reflect the spirit of the 21st century gentleman, she uses a simple yet effective approach with her desire to capture, play and experiment. She has injected a sense of serenity and calmness with a palette of cool navy and greys. Crystal’s aim was to create timeless pieces captivating through craftsmanship and dedication while developing beautiful menswear. Having interned/worked for a long list of inspirational British designers, Crystal learnt and developed an appreciation for quality, skill, attention to detail, construction and luxurious cloths which have all played a positive role in her development as a modern menswear designer.