Upcycling technologies in creative costume and textile design

Abstract

This article examines the creative and technological evolution of upcycling within the fashion design educational framework. The study analyzes a two-stage progression: from the functional design of women’s garments during undergraduate studies to advanced textile research at the master's level. The authors demonstrate how initial experiments with patchwork techniques in vest construction evolved into a deeper investigation of innovative denim manipulation. The findings highlight the importance of continuous material-focused research in developing sustainable design practices and transforming textile waste into valuable artistic elements for the contemporary fashion industry.