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FASH 2018

Annika Klaas

1st Prize
European Fashion Award – FASH 2018
Category Students
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Concept
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BERLIN, GERMANY - JUNE 16: is seen during the European Fashion Award FASH at RAW Studios on June 16, 2018 in Berlin, Germany. (Photo by Sebastian Reuter/Getty Images for European Fashion Award FASH 2018)

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I like to fathom the formal and technical potential of knitwear for the development and implementation of innovative concepts, whether for new designs – with a subtle interplay of structures and colors – or for shapes, that would not be manufacturable in classic tailoring. Knitting technology offers innovations in the production of knitwear, and computercontrolled knitting machines can reduce human work to a minimum, thus enabling a local production once more, as the Adidas Speedfactory demonstrates. This leads to new possibilities of design, like customization. My ideal is to use this potential for a holistic and sustainable design approach, also in interdisciplinary teams.
My bachelor graduation collection “Slow Curve” is inspired by the interaction of flat forms and bold colours in the work of the artist Ellsworth Kelly. (“Blue over Blue, 1963” or “Blue Red Rocker, 1963”). Besides the shape, I have developed diverse knit structures such as two-toned petinet structures, round shapes realized by goring techniques, graphical intarsia and plated elements and multi-gauge net structures. For the Realisation I programmed the most modern knitting machines. Color contrasts are added by asymmetrical embroideries and facings. Soft wool qualities are contrasted with lustrous silk and viscose elements. The womenswear collection consists of 30 outfits, of which six have been realized. Annika Klaas


Award Ceremony
BERLIN, GERMANY - JUNE 16: Annika Klaas (R) is seen during the European Fashion Award FASH at RAW Studios on June 16, 2018 in Berlin, Germany. (Photo by Sebastian Reuter/Getty Images for European Fashion Award FASH 2018) BERLIN, GERMANY - JUNE 16: Annika Klaas (R) is seen during the European Fashion Award FASH at RAW Studios on June 16, 2018 in Berlin, Germany. (Photo by Sebastian Reuter/Getty Images for European Fashion Award FASH 2018)

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BERLIN, GERMANY - JUNE 16: Annika Klaas (R) is seen during the European Fashion Award FASH at RAW Studios on June 16, 2018 in Berlin, Germany. (Photo by Sebastian Reuter/Getty Images for European Fashion Award FASH 2018)

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Jury statement A stringent, stylish and very mature collection, which was manufactured with the most modern knitting technology in excellent quality.

Annika Klaas has designed a very stringent, stylish and modern collection with a clear concept that she communicate very well. The skillfully reduced silhouette and filigree details are convincing. Her small collection goes into depth, especially in her own construction and production of knitwear with the latest knitting technology. A fresh and at the same time very mature, accurate and balanced work with outstanding technical implementation. These qualities are also reflected in her other projects such as the development of a three-dimensional knitted typography, knitted sneakers or a trade fair stand at the Pitti Filati 2016.
Annika Klaas independent creativity comes from her intensive engagement with free art, her experience in costume design and her perception of the beauty of everyday life. Her focused creativity gets to the point, similar to an engineer. She takes on the role of the designer, has a recognizable purposeful way of working, questions constructively. Annika Klaas is already working professionally at a high level on every detail and could breathe new life into classics such as a Punto Milano dress. She creates fashion that is more than a short satisfaction after the purchase.
Annika Klaas knows what she wants: to work for relevant innovations in production and manufacturing, a holistic and sustainable design and thus for an urgently needed renewal of fashion. Already today she succeeds in sharpening her eye for quality, innovation and profundity, thus giving fashion more value and appreciation again.


Education 1st Semester Master, Hochschule Reutlingen (Reutlingen University)
Prof. Änna Piel †

Prize Cash prize of 2500 euro, Mentoring Program, Public Relations

Contact annika.klaas@gmail.com
Instagram @annikaklaas

Download Web: www.sdbi.de/download/annika-klaas-web.zip
Print: www.sdbi.de/download/annika-klaas-print.zip

Years

  • FASH 2018
  • FASH 2017 Get Real
  • FASH 2016 Change
  • FASH 2015 Freedom
  • FASH 2014 Rhythm
  • FASH 2013 SEXes
  • FASH 2012 Active – Performance Sportswear
  • FASH 2011 Attention please!?
  • FASH 2010 Privacy
  • FASH 2009 New Diversity
  • FASH 2008 Attitude
  • FASH 2007 The Fine Art of Travelling
  • FASH 2006 Lokal – Global
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