Lucy O’Connor
My artwork conveys ideas about the over-sexualization of women in society. At first glance this message is discreet and my pieces appear to be simple elegant womenswear items. However, the more attention that is brought to the piece, the more noticeable it is that my materials are heavily based on society's view of "menswear". By combining traditional menswear items with more provocative womenswear, the work alludes to the objectification of women and how it's not always seen instantaneously. The materials used are crucial since different fabrics can have completely different messages. I find it interesting that fabrics used in traditional menswear clothes are described as strong or durable whereas fabrics used on traditional womenswear are described as delicate and fragile. This in itself is an example of how women are viewed. These contrasts allow me to show my perspective on this male dominated society.