Sara Hegyi
Eternal Architects is a study in perception, inspired by the transformative works of Balenciaga, Escher, and Nolan. The piece explores the illusion of continuity—patterns that dissolve the boundaries between beginning and end, forming an infinite loop of movement and change. The top features a downward-facing semicircle and triangle that converge to create a sharp, elongated shoulder line and circular sleeves, evoking both architectural precision and fluidity.
To realise this silhouette, the student employed a shadow folding technique, manipulating silk organza to form repeating, shifting shapes that ripple across the garment. Each element is meticulously hand-stitched—six panels composed of 13 rows of 25 shapes, totaling over 2,000 small forms across five 2.5-meter lengths of fabric for the top. The skirt incorporates 50 larger shapes, enhancing the textural contrast and amplifying the play of light and shadow. A peacock-line silhouette is supported by a tulle petticoat, adding volume to the lower half of the ensemble.
