Gravity jeans
During my second semester as a sophomore, my university announced a Denim Design Competition. The challenge involved conducting research on the history of jeans, developing a concept and design, and ultimately creating a finished garment.
For my entry, titled Gravity Jeans, I drew inspiration from the themes of space, gravity, and the concept of the fifth dimension. I was also deeply influenced by designer Ralph Rucci’s innovative technique of using “floating pieces” — elements that appear disconnected yet are intricately linked — to create garments that are both structurally sound and artistically expressive.
In Gravity Jeans, I aimed to merge conceptual abstraction with functionality, creating a piece that captures the invisible forces that bind and move us, much like gravity itself. The final garment is a wearable representation of connection through space and dimension, combining experimental construction with a refined denim aesthetic.
close ups & details
The video shows how Jeans looks on the body, the freedom of movement, and comfort
PROCESS
first sketch & draft of the idea
pattern making & calculation
Each piece of the garment was individually lined, then connected using thick cotton thread. This created the effect of “floating pieces” while still forming a cohesive structure.
I worked both flat and on the mannequin to maintain a consistent gap between each section, ensuring the design stayed balanced and wearable.
