SS13 Maison Margiela Hybrid T-Shirt Graphic Tank-Top

Martin Margiela has been obsessed with the practice of deconstruction since founding in 1988. Constantly stripping an item of it’s extremities, the maison distilled core values and refused to abide by definition or structure. Exposing the intricacies of a garment or concept, the designer provoked viewers to question the constructs not only around them, but also in their own beliefs. By rejecting the traditions of haute couture, he pursued a rebellious persona, acting against the system in every regard. Reinterpreting all aspects of artistic heritage, Maison Margiela pioneered and embodied a stylistic medium that would epitomize the growing niche of anti-fashion.

 

This idea heavily prevalent in the garment showcased above, Maison Margiela uses a hybrid of two t-shirts to produce one garment. With ironic revolt, the upside down collar and sleeves are sewn together, stagnant in their positioning. The vintage t-shirts are sourced and stitched by hand, remnants of the previous tag still apparent on the lower hem. Overdyed with a rustic palette, deteriorating graphics are seen on either panel and are finalized with the infamous stitching. Tagged as a size large, in great condition throughout.