List of References
Research & Theories
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Dweck, C. (2006) Mindset: The New Psychology of Success. New York: Random House.
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Fletcher, K. (2014) Sustainable Fashion and Textiles: Design Journeys. 2nd edn. London: Routledge.
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Kolb, D. (1984) Experiential Learning: Experience as the Source of Learning and Development. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice Hall.
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Sarasvathy, S. (2001) ‘Causation and effectuation: Toward a theoretical shift from economic inevitability to entrepreneurial contingency’, Academy of Management Review, 26(2), pp. 243–263.
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Schumpeter, J. (1934) The Theory of Economic Development. Cambridge, MA: Harvard University Press.
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Sinek, S. (2009) Start With Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action. New York: Portfolio.
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Sinek, S. (2009) Start With Why. New York: Penguin.
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TrueYou Journal (n.d.) ENTJ: The Commander. Available at: URL (Accessed: 11 March 2026).
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Figures
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Figure 1: Initial concept moodboards exploring themes of connection, contrast, and sensual structure. The visual references helped establish the conceptual direction of the collection. (Author’s own image, 2026).
Figure 2: Fabric samples considered during early concept development. (Author’s own image, 2026).
Figure 3: Early design sketches exploring lingerie as the central garment framed by structured outerwear pieces. (Author’s own image, 2026).
Figure 4: Video of me explaining my approach to this assignment and my fashion collection concept. (Author’s own video, 2026).
Figure 5: Early sketches exploring the outerwear pieces. These drawings helped test how garments could interact visually and structurally. (Author’s own photo, 2026).
Figure 6: Early lineup of proposed silhouettes exploring the balance between sensual lingerie elements and structured tailoring. (Author’s own photo, 2026).
Figure 7: Screenshot of TrueYou Journal webpage describing the ENTJ personality type (TrueYou Journal, n.d.)
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Figure 8: Testing different connection systems within the collection. Centre attachments connect to outerwear pieces designed with central fastenings, while bras with cup attachments connect to outerwear with side connections. (Author’s own photo, 2026).
Figure 9: Paper pattern pieces were developed during the construction planning stage. (Author’s own photo, 2026).
Figure 10: Ethical and sustainable improvements for future collections. (Author’s own data, 2026).
Figure 11: Technical drawing illustrating the connection system between lingerie and outerwear pieces. (Author’s own photo, 2026).
Figure 12: Moodboard and sketches, theme of connection within the collection, including emotional connection to craft,
physical connections between garments, and conceptual connections between masculine tailoring and feminine lingerie. (Author’s own photo, 2026).
Figure 13: Video and photos of boxers I made for Charlie Puth to gift at concert, inspired by his album covers!! (Author’s own photo, 2026).
Figure 14: Early experiment using a custom 3D printed clasp designed to incorporate my logo into the garment attachment system. (Author’s own photo, 2026).
Figure 15: Sewing muslin mockups of bras and outerwear. (Author’s own photo, 2026).
Figure 16: Study pieces of small details like the back clasp, the side "V" detail, and the sparkle dart. (Author’s own photo, 2026).
Figure 17: Design exploration of attachment mechanisms intended to connect lingerie and outerwear pieces within the collection. (Author’s own photo, 2026).
Figure 18: Cufflink attachment concept that became the final solution for connecting garments. (Author’s own photo, 2026).
Figure 19: Video of me explaining attachment mechanisms and trials. (Author’s own video, 2026).
Figure 20: Cute bra I designed for my sister on her birthday. (Author’s own photo, 2026).
Figure 21: Final garment constructions. (Author’s own photo, 2026).
Figure 22: Behind the scenes of the collection photoshoot. (Author’s own photo, 2026).
Figure 23: Video of ….. (Author’s own video, 2026).
Figure 24: Final photoshoot images. (Sidemo, 2026).
Figure 25: Final garments presented during a showroom display & packaging mock-ups. (Author’s own photo, 2026).
Figure 26: Video of…… (Author’s own video, 2026).
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Tables
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Table 1: Reflection on how my personality traits influence my design process while developing collections (Author’s own data, 2026).
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