Introducing the innovative Transform / kwayshkoochinaakooshiw SS2024 collection, this design activates luxurious silk, end of stock, and eco-conscious up cycled materials. At its core lies a singular garment, seamlessly shapeshifting from pants to a shirt or dress, unveiling a remarkable repertoire of uncountable distinct looks. Through its reversible design, and adjustable panel, this visionary creation empowers wearers to engage in unparalleled creative experimentation, enabling endless personal styling possibilities. By honouring sustainability and adaptability, this collection revolutionizes the fashion landscape, setting new standards of versatility and conscious design. It's fusion of materials and transformative features represents a groundbreaking approach to fashion, inspiring individuals to embrace their unique style and a more sustainable and multifaceted wardrobe.
On Saturday, May 13, 2023, the internationally acclaimed Native American and Indigenous Studies Association (NAISA) conference was held at the Royal Ontario Museum, coinciding with the release of the Transform fashion collection during their Gala Dinner.
In this video, you witness the extraordinary versatility of our reversible garment. With a simple transformation, it seamlessly transitions from a stylish shirt to a comfortable pant, showcasing the remarkable adaptability of this innovative design. By offering the functionality of both a pant and a shirt within a single garment, we redefine traditional fashion boundaries and provide wearers with the freedom to explore diverse looks and styles. This transformative feature not only enhances the practicality of the garment but also encourages creativity and experimentation, allowing individuals to curate their unique fashion statements. Experience the magic of this reversible garment as it effortlessly reinvents itself, offering you endless possibilities in one captivating piece.
Here we see the same garment worn as a dress with the panel unzipped to tuxedo in the back
Here we see the garment worn with the panel to the front and unzipped
Same garment worn as pant and top. The top is unzipped at the back half way to reference a bustle.
Here we see the garment worn as a dress with the panel worn to the front as a dress.
Here we see the garment worn as both pant and shirt in the same color accessorized with horsehair.
This printed transparent silk piece is now in the collection of the Chief Curator at the Textile Museum of Canada. A curated selection of Ayimach Horizons will go on sale at the Textile Museum of Canada soon.
Both of these pieces were created with up cycled materials.
The final bow of the Transform fashion collection garnered a resounding standing ovation from esteemed Global Indigenous Scholars.
F/W2023
Ayimach Horizons was thrilled to announce the presentation of their latest collection, Saskamowin / ᓴᐢᑲᒧᐃᐧᐣ Host, at Vancouver Indigenous Fashion Week, as part of the Indigenous Future program. On November 30, 2022, from 7 to 10 PM, Ayimach Horizons showcased their designs, which beautifully captured the essence of Indigenous Futurism. Saskamowin / ᓴᐢᑲᒧᐃᐧᐣ Host points to our role as past, present, and future custodians, emphasizing our responsibility to the lands and our relations. Through a harmonious blend of Indigenous artistic practice, contemporary storytelling, and pop culture, Ayimach Horizons invited us to envision a future honouring the Indigenous way of being, knowing, and stewardship. This collection embodied our collective commitment to forging a path celebrating our cultural heritage while embracing the limitless potential of Indigenous joy and resilience.
The Saskamowin / ᓴᐢᑲᒧᐃᐧᐣ Host Collection featured garments made from silk, cotton, and leather materials. Horsehair jewelry and bags served as captivating accessories. Notably, skirts were worn by individuals of all genders, adding a unique and empowering element to the collection.
Some of the garments included spray painted elements integrating some to the painting practices of our Creative Director, Jason Baerg.
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