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Be inspired by the Architecture Section in the 2021 World of WearableArt Awards. On this page you’ll find a set of resources we have put together to inspire and provide a jumping-off point for your 2021 entry.
WOW rewards the curious, the courageous and those who are passionate enough to stand in the face of self-doubt and embrace creativity no matter the cost.
– Dame Suzie Moncrieff, WOW Founder
Put your unique touch on the concept of architecture in the 2021 World of WearableArt Awards. Take the Section theme, and push it further! Explore the limits of your imagination, tell a story through your design and create something that challenges the conventional. Focus on originality, authenticity and artistry when developing your garment, and consider your construction and choice of materials.
Bring us the extraordinary.
Find out more about what the judges are looking for in a World of WearableArt garment here: What are the judges looking for?
– Heather Palmer, Competition Director
Previous entries:
The 2015 and 2008 World of WearableArt Awards featured Architecture Sections. Be inspired by the creations below but remember the judges are looking for a garment that will surprise them and demonstrates design from a fresh perspective that they haven’t seen before.
Diva’s Dreamscape |
Dance with Death |
Mechanical Revolution |
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Peter Wakeman
2015 Architecture Section Winner |
Wang Jiefei
2015 Architecture Section Second |
Luo Fan
2015 Architecture Section Third |
Conversations with Guggenheim |
Wooden Dresses |
The Structure of Beauty: Aotearoa |
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Rodney Leong
2008 Architecture Section Winner |
Liina Gruener
2008 Architecture Section Second |
Mitsuko Makino
2008 Architecture Section Third |
Feeling inspired? What’s your next step?
- This world is yours to create, but visit Dame Suzie Moncrieff’s Architecture Pinterest Board to further inspiration…
- Continue to find out more about the World of WearableArt Awards Competition