The Chamber of Shards

Category: Accessories

The Chamber of Shards is an accessory piece, a bag, that captures the raw, contrasting textures of an ice cave. Inspired by nature’s extremes, it’s crafted entirely from just two mono-materials: 100% hand-spun, undyed New Zealand wool and 100% metal, both found, repurposed and sourced. Its silhouette is derived from the late 18th century miser purse. Every element is designed to be fully reusable or recyclable, embodying a truly circular design. I’m integrating tin-free soldering into the metalwork to add tactile complexity; this solder can be reheated and reused, aligning with the sustainable ethos. The bag explores the tension between softness and rigidity, warmth and cold, echoing the visual and sensory push-pull of an ice cave’s interior. Earthy tones, raw forms, and stark textures come together in harmony to reimagine what an accessory can be. The Chamber of Shard redefines sustainability and texture in fashion, offering a grounded but forward-thinking vision for the future of material design. - Rachael Mueller

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