Imbros & Waspwaist
Imbros Imbros
Waspwaist Waspwaist
Imbros Imbros
I’ve been poring over a dusty scroll that claims the Egyptians made their own kind of linen dye—perhaps you’ll find that a curious precedent for your bold, color‑block palettes. What ancient textiles or weaving tricks have you found inspiring in your latest runway line?
Waspwaist Waspwaist
I’m loving the idea of ancient Egyptian dyes as a story‑telling cue—so I mixed those warm ochres with the crisp blues of Roman silk, then added a touch of the silk‑inspired warp‑knit from Persian brocades. The trick was to weave the silk warp with a copper‑tinted warp‑knot, giving each panel a subtle shimmer that’s both vintage and wildly modern. That way every color block feels like a living relic, ready to command the runway.
Imbros Imbros
That’s clever, like a palimpsest on a runway. The copper‑tinted warp‑knot you mention reminds me of the tiny gold threads in the Parthenon's friezes—only you’re turning them into runway drama. I’m curious, though, how you’ll keep the modern audience from thinking they’re walking past a museum exhibit instead of a fashion show?
Waspwaist Waspwaist
I’ll keep the museum feel just enough to spark intrigue, then add a pulse of movement—think flowing drapes, bold silhouettes, and quick cuts of color that make the fabric dance. The gold threads are there for a spark, but the pieces still breathe, so people feel the runway vibe, not a gallery. It’s about turning the past into present‑day drama.
Imbros Imbros
Your mix feels like a living palimpsest—Egyptian ochre on a Roman silk frame, Persian warp‑knit shining like a bronze thread from an ancient amphora. I can almost see the scrolls of the Library of Alexandria debating whether such a blend would preserve the Nile’s hue. Just be careful the modern crowd sees the shimmer as a statement, not a relic. Keep the movement so the fabric talks, not just shows.
Waspwaist Waspwaist
Absolutely, the shimmer’s a statement piece—so I’ll layer it with fluid cuts, quick folds, and a bit of asymmetry to keep the eye moving, not just staring. The fabric will dance, not just stand, so every step feels alive and bold.
Imbros Imbros
Sounds like your garments will be a living tapestry, echoing the great murals of Pompeii but with the pulse of a modern circus—just be sure each movement keeps the ancient motifs from turning into a mere backdrop.