Window Display Toronto, CA Apr 2025

Color Drenching Installation: Light Grey Reverie Light Grey Reverie is an immersive installation that explores the quiet strength and elegance of light grey through a fashion narrative spanning time and technique. At the heart of the display stands a stunning 1980s gown, featured on the central mannequin. With its graceful pleats, delicate leaf motifs, and sparkling rhinestone embellishments, the gown anchors the installation and inspires every surrounding element. The mannequins are arranged to evoke the glamorous moment of descending a staircase for a red-carpet premiere or gala photo op. This dynamic, diagonal formation not only enhances the sense of movement and drama, but also mirrors the flow of the custom-designed backdrop, creating a seamless visual rhythm throughout the booth. To the left, the second mannequin wears a modern interpretation of the vintage gown. Clean lines and contemporary tailoring are softened by pleated accents and botanical-inspired forms, while rhinestones are reimagined as elegant, minimalist jewelry—offering a subtle sparkle that bridges past and present. To the right, the third mannequin introduces a sculptural, handcrafted presence. Made entirely from paper, it features a long, flowing skirt composed of individually hand-cut and pasted leaves. Its jewelry, handmade from rhinestones, adds a refined shimmer and honors the intricate embellishment of the original gown through a fresh, tactile lens. Drenched entirely in shades of light grey, the installation achieves a cohesive and immersive atmosphere. The repetition of the gown’s core design elements—pleats, leaves, and rhinestones—across all mannequins and the backdrop reinforces a unified visual story. Through its thoughtful composition and storytelling, Light Grey Reverie captures a moment of timeless glamour reimagined for today - Winner of Redefining Design 2025(Seneca Polytechnic)