March 2009
Gap unveiled works of original art from Rhode Island School of Design students and faculty.
Their canvas - Gap's new spring cardigan.
In a unique partnership, Gap enlisted leading RISD students to deconstruct, rethink and rework its latest spring cardigans to create original pieces that reflect their own fashion point-of-view.
Thirty one-of-a-kind cardigans are now available exclusively at Gap's rotating concept venue adjacent to its flagship store at 54th and 5th Ave.
"When Gap invited our students to take a fresh look at the new spring cardigans, they were only given one simple guideline: Keep them wearable," said Donna Gustavsen, head of RISD's department of Apparel Design.
"Our students responded with freshness, ingenuity and subtle surprises that are edgy, fun and inspired - a lot like the talented students who created them."
Using materials such as tulle, hand-rolled beads made from recycled paper, vintage lace, fabric dye and more, the students transformed Gap's classic cardigans into unique and bold pieces that communicate Gap's focus on the importance of individual style.
The students used a variety of techniques to create these original pieces, including changing the silhouette and adding embellishments to express their unique look.
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