LOOK THREE

Pays homage to the art and artists who came out of this tragedy like, Gran Fury, Keith Haring, and Felix Gonzalez-Torres- to name a few. The paint covered “undone” jeans nearly fall off the body. As a large percentage of the people most affected by this illness were marginalized, they were often unable to get new wardrobes to keep up with their changing body. This look depicts the unfortunate progression from HIV to AIDS. The pants held up by leather straps are a reminder of needing the help of community to keep it together- another animal’s skin is literally keeping them clothed.

On top, the denim harness offers little coverage to some of the wearers most vital organs. Closed by industrial safety pins this piece has the ability to change with the wearer. While the denim is sturdy, the small amount of it used in the harness accompanied by only having three sewn seams the garment appears frail.