This marvelous Norwegian book sums up 15 years as artists and designers for the two women behind the brand DUODU; Rita Nylander and Anne Grut Sørum, excellently written by Art Historian Eva Furseth, designed by Bodil Mostad Olsen (see more!) and published by Forlaget Schrøder, see forlagetschroder. DUODU works in the span between haute couture and limited series production, in the very intersection between art, handcraft and design. Their motto from the very beginning was fun, simple and elegant. Brilliantly illustrated in the book, just take a look at the photo below. A small selection of their garments can be described as body jewelry or body decoration as the book cover illustrates and are exhibition pieces. Knits in wool is their main material, why is answered in their introduction: “What could be more beautiful than a yarn storage filled with spools in all the colors of the rainbow? With yarn we make creations with different expressions, sizes and shapes. There is enormous satisfaction, in seeing our ideas materialized. We are often asked what inspires us; where do the ideas come from? Often, just a spur of the moment, is enough to start the creative process.” See more photos from one of their exhibitions: bymuseet. I discovered this inspiring book at Tanum and their limited edition clothes range at Norwaydesigns.
Makes me think of Alexander McQueen, but for knitwear!
Yes, I can see why! It is so daring and sculptural! Their work is amazing! Thank you, Tracy!
Wonderful, inspirational designs! Thank you for the links.
Absolutely, I agree Ruth! It is a reminder to let your imagination roam freely and let go of all conventions + restrictions!Thank you, Ruth!
Wow, so inspirational! Thank you for sharing this!
I am very happy you think so, Jean! I find them mind blowing! Thank you!
Kjære Linda Marveng.
Tusen takk for hyggelige og inspirerende ord om boken vår! Neste helg skal vi delta på kunsthåndverkmarkedet på kirkeristen i Oslo, og om du er i nærheten hadde det vært morsomt å hilse på. Ellers åpner vi en stor utstilling i Nordenfjeldske Kunstindustrimuseum f.o.m 3. oktober, og du er selvsagt hjertelig velkommen!
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Rita og Anne
DUODU
Kjære Rita og Anne. Så hyggelig at dere la igjen en kommentar, her på bloggen min! Ja, da må jeg komme å hilse på dere og selvsagt ta en titt på flere av deres fantastiske plagg! Tusen takk for invitasjon til utstillingen også! Stor klem fra Linda
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