Breath Of The Glacier

Sustainable Fashion Cloth for Nanjing University of the Arts

This collection is entirely made from biodegradable polyester fiber synthetic leather and faux fur. The fabric is crafted with materials that mimic the intricate textures of melting glacier surfaces, with the patterns being manually pieced together to replicate the glacier's unique forms. The textures reproduce the crisscrossing patterns of glacial landscapes. The loose, oversized silhouettes pay tribute to the grandeur and solemnity of glaciers, while varying shades of blue and organic shapes highlight their vastness and fragility.

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Unique Properties

The collection is entirely made from biodegradable polyester fiber synthetic leather and faux fur. The fabric is crafted with materials that mimic the intricate textures of melting glacier surfaces, with the patterns being manually pieced together to replicate the glacier's unique forms. The textures reproduce the crisscrossing patterns of glacial landscapes. The loose, oversized silhouettes pay tribute to the grandeur and solemnity of glaciers, while varying shades of blue and organic shapes highlight their vastness and fragility. This approach promotes sustainable, zero-waste fashion, ensuring that every piece of fabric is efficiently utilized, in line with sustainable design principles. The collection also utilizes zero-waste dyeing techniques to minimize environmental impact. The fabrics are meticulously treated to mimic the textures of melting ice surfaces. By incorporating Eastern aesthetics, the design emphasizes the harmony between humans and nature, offering a moment of tranquility and purity amidst the noisy urban environment. The use of blue creates a visual expression of the glaciers’ serene and mysterious beauty, evoking contemplation on nature's harmony and balance. As a uniquely human cultural and technical product, fashion softly records and honors glaciers. Through everyday attire, we hope to allow more consumers to experience the colors and textures of ancient glaciers, raising awareness about glacier preservation. The soft faux fur not only provides warmth that humans can touch but also serves as a bridge between humanity and the harsh cold of glaciers.

Tags

Sustainable Fashion, Environmental Awareness, Biodegradable Materials, Zero-Waste Fashion, Glacier Preservation

Production Technology

The collection uses biodegradable synthetic leather and faux fur made from polyester fibers. Handcrafted material textures replicate melted ice surfaces, and zero-waste dyeing techniques minimize environmental impact. Sustainability is central, with a focus on reducing carbon footprints through eco-conscious production methods and mindful material use.

Design Challenge

Blending artistic design with environmental education posed a unique challenge. Crafting materials that mimic glaciers’ textures while remaining sustainable required innovative thinking. The project had to balance aesthetic appeal with a serious environmental message, ensuring that fashion served as both art and activism to communicate the urgency of glacier preservation.

Operation Flow

Fashion serves as an environmental dialogue through this project. The oversized, minimalist designs symbolize glacier tranquility, inviting wearers and viewers to reflect on global warming and the fragility of nature. The collection combines art, fashion, and activism, offering a deeper interaction with the wearer, encouraging contemplation of environmental preservation.

Research

This collection explores the intersection of fashion and climate activism, drawing from glaciology and sustainability research. The project uses fashion as a tool to represent glacier dynamics and raise awareness about their fragility due to global warming. The research combines advanced textile technologies with ecological principles to produce an environmentally responsible yet aesthetically compelling collection.

Inspiration

Inspired by the melting and formation cycles of glaciers, this collection symbolizes their breathing life-force. It also aligns with the International Year of Glacier Preservation and World Day For Glaciers. Eastern aesthetics, emphasizing harmony with nature, influence the design to convey the balance between ecosystems and the urgency of glacier protection in the face of global warming.

Project Overview

Breath Of The Glacier Sustainable Fashion Cloth has been a Silver winner in the Fashion, Apparel and Garment Design award category in the year 2024 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Silver A' Design Award celebrates top-tier designs that embody excellence and innovation. This award acknowledges creations that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also highly functional, reflecting the designer's deep understanding and skill. Silver A' Design Award recipients are recognized for their contribution to raising industry standards and advancing the practice of design. Their work often incorporates original innovations and elicits a strong emotional response, making a notable impact on the improvement of everyday life.

Image Credits

For design images and photos please credit Yibo Ji.

Silver Recognition

Yibo Ji was recognized with the coveted Silver A' Design Award in 2025, a testament to excellence of their work Breath Of The Glacier Sustainable Fashion Cloth.

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