"Assistant Professor Dejchat Sriyoopum"
Product design: Jewelry design, Fashion design, Packaging design
Bangkok University
Thailand
CREATIVE WORK
"Isanrhythism"
Inspiration Isanrhythism is inspired by Serng Kratip, a traditional Isan dancing that reflect the rhythm of everyday lifey. The dance is defined by fast tempo, repetition, and disciplined movements from preparing food activity and carry Kratip to rice filed for lunch. The movements express life of Isan women, who nurture and devote time for family.
Concept The concept focuses on rhythm as expressed through dance and music in Serng Kratip. The movements are disciplined and steady, yet full of energy, expressing the strength of female body. Beneath this energetic movement, the work celebrates women’s daily household work for the family. Rhythm of pattern and color formed through repetition as a live condition more than a decorative element.
Composition Technique Elastic strapfrom lingerie are used as primary material due to their intimate to female body and their supportive function. The garment is constructed through hand weaving techniques inspired by the structure of traditional sticky rice container (kratip khao niao). Vertical elastic straps function as warp straps while horizontal straps are woven across to create rhythm and structure. Draping techniques are applied directly on the mannequin to achieve a precise feminine silhouette.
Objectives The Objective of this project is to reinterpret Isan cultural identity through contemporary fashion, highlighting invisible female labor and craftmanship. It aims to explore weaving as both a material and symbolic process connected to rhythm and gender.
Creative Result The final design presents a precise, on-point feminine silhouette that move with speed and repetition, reflecting the rhythm of Serng Kratip. The garment becomes a memory of Isan women-resilient, unwavering, and always flavorful.