A celebration of mortality

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Authors
Goheen, Madeline M.
Advisor
Bush, Trenton D.
Issue Date
2012-07
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Thesis (B.?.)
Department
Honors College
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Abstract

A Celebration of Mortality is a fashion apparel line of women's formal wear with a theme of "Death". I have always been drawn to the darker side of things, and find the macabre uniquely beautiful. I find the human perception of death to be strangely fascinating, an interest that is not necessarily shared by the general public. The objective of this project was to create a line of clothing that showcases death in such a way that everyone would be able to see its beauty. When death and clothing are combined in our society, the outcome is often an image of scary costumes, black fabric, and gothic makeup. The clothing that I have designed and created does not follow that mold. There are no spikes, no chains, and no use of the color black. Instead, I use lace, pearls, pleats, and chiffon. This line is a celebration of life, and the beautiful part that death plays in it. It's a celebration of our mortality.