SHOW 2022: Rebecca Armstrong @rebeccaarmstrong_studio The starting point for this body of work comes from a desire to cultivate a sense of intimacy between wearer and garment, with a focus on craftsmanship and material led design. Building on practices traditionally used in millinery, elements of each piece are specifically moulded to the body, resulting in the creation of something uniquely bespoke. Each piece captures a moment in time, a physical record of this intimate interaction between body and material. However, the sensation of wearing the garment is also key to the cultivation of intimacy. ‘For me, when I wear the jacket I really feel held. It has a weight and a presence that I am more aware of. We fit together and it almost creates the sensation of being embraced, a sense of release as you give in to its form.’