Franca Lina Apothéloz

for more information contact Franca:
@welcometofancys

My thesis collection focuses on the creation of adaptable clothing, which overcome functionality. The process evolves into a collaborative dialogue between body, wearer, and society, exploring themes of conformity, adaptation, and mimicry. My designs are inspired by cultural and sociological observations, challenging norms, and suggesting a reflection on conventions. Fashion acts as a powerful medium, influencing social inclusion or exclusion. This duality is reflected in the adaptability of clothing, allowing the pieces to follow along the unpredictable ride of life. Inspired by nature and its processes, the designs celebrate individuality, reshaping the act of dressing as a ritual of self-appreciation.

Look videos: Juliia Taras assisted by Ingrid Giordan, Camila Martin Barla, Cindy Gloggner and Sofia Achoukhi

Video of Documentation: Aino Spiess, Camila Martin Barla and Cindy Gloggner
Background audio from freesound.org

Many thanks to:
François Schaffter, Jacqueline Brechbühl, Iva Willi, Danielle Harris, Priska Morger, Nils Amadeus Lange, Fiona Rahn, Ben Kossmann, Eva Bühler, Louis Pauli, Simon Anliker, Lisa Studer, Layla El Hilaly, Naima Ghoul, Lui Frei, Romeo Staub, Kristina Bucheli, Hélène Wahba, Pierre Apothéloz, Diara Diop, Nicola Reisch, Vincent Stauffer, BRERO Schweiz AG, all my friends and family <3

Graduate Presentation filmed by: Christoph Cong Fässler, Lee Odenheimer

Film edited by: Christoph Cong Fässler