Showing posts with label Matthew Williamson inspired by traditional Ethiopian dress. Show all posts
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Saturday, December 27, 2008

Fashion Designs inspired by traditional cultural dress

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Mathew Williamson is a fashion designer who was inspired by several traditional cultural dress within Africa. The picture above to your left, features the traditional clothing worn in Ethiopa. The picture to your right features Williamson's designs inspired by the Ethiopian traditional cultural dress. These garments were part of his spring summer 2008 collection.
What is your opinion about the designs?
Do you think his designs are to similar to the original Ethiopian garments? If so, why or why not?
What would you have done differently as a designer ?