In a sea of elaborate ensembles and colourful couture the sleek yet simple work of Lillian Cassidy stands alone.
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The former Maitland Grossmann High School student has been chosen to display her striking Japanese-inspired piece as part of an exhibition – at the Maitland’s Museum of Clothing – showcasing the wares of 2014 HSC students.
“My piece is inspired by contemporary Japanese designers and the images of silhouettes,” Lillian, 17, of Ashtonfield, said.
“Japanese designers tend to use a lot of black and asymmetrical shapes and I’ve always been interested in different designs so I decided to go with something that wasn’t so much a costume.
“I wanted to create something I would wear.”
For the past two years Lillian has been the only student studying textile and designs at Maitland Grossmann High School and is now the only Maitland high school student chosen to show her creation in the exhibition.
“It is challenging to study by yourself with just the teacher but it has also been a very rewarding experience,” Lillian said.
The HSC exhibition is now on show at the museum located at Maitland Gaol.
