Catherine Clegg
she/her
Love Locked
This womenswear collection explores the spirit of heritage and identity, drawing dual inspiration from my third-generation locksmithing heritage and the desire to reclaim individual identity, having grown up as a twin. To function, every lock must be individual. Similarly, this collection combines individual craftsmanship and everyday functionality.
The collection's construction, form, and details are based on archival locks and keys. Romantic silhouettes refer to the love-lock phenomenon, with macramé inspired by the Gordian knot, a traditional locking system.
Signatures from friends and family are inspired by our childhood desire to personalise belongings. Burning techniques mirror my great-grandfather’s craft of blacksmithing, while leather cuts are sourced from my father’s shoe repair business. Metallic antique colours derive from wear and weathering on outdoor locks.
This combination of conceptual colour and imperfect denim and leather encourages emotional attachment through an appreciation of worn, layered fashion
Look 1
Look 1, laser cut close-up detail.
Look 2
Look 2, laser cut signatures close-up detail.
Look 3
Look 1 and 2, close-up detail.
Look 1 and 2
Research
Mood board.
Colour story.
Shape and laser cut details research.
The Gordian knot as a complex lock.
Highlighted imperfect texture research.