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Children's Wear

Memphis Style Collection

A playful children's dress collection inspired by the 1980s Memphis Design movement. Features bold geometric prints, vibrant color blocking, and mix-and-match pattern combinations. Designed and constructed for real-world wear.

Children's Wear Memphis Design Pattern Design
Memphis Style Collection

The Challenge

Design a children's dress collection that's playful and visually bold while being practical for everyday wear.

Memphis Style Collection cover

Inspiration

The 1980s Memphis Design movement — Ettore Sottsass, bold geometry, clashing colors used with purpose. The question was how to translate an adult design movement into children's wear without making it feel like a costume.

Design Development

I developed custom print layouts using geometric shapes and a saturated color palette, then tested pattern combinations to find the balance between visual energy and wearability.

Design and construction process

Construction

Each dress features color-blocked panels with mix-and-match geometric prints. Construction focused on durability and easy care — machine-washable fabrics, reinforced seams, comfortable stretch.

The Result

Final presentation

A three-piece collection that proves children's wear can be design-forward without sacrificing function.

Skills

Print Design Children's Wear Color Theory Pattern Making Collection Development

Gallery

Final presentation
Final presentation
Design and construction process
Design process
Memphis Style Collection cover
Collection overview