"The Path Less Wandered: A Designer's Odyssey"

In a world teetering on the edge of chaos, where truth felt like a fleeting shadow, I found myself searching for meaning. Reality felt like a distorted vision of the Garden of Eden, where the fruits became poison and the tree of knowledge became a web of lies. I felt lost. As a designer, I turned to the wisdom of ages- ancestral stories, mythological pantheons, Jung's archetypes, and Campbell's hero's journey- to navigate the uncertainty. This marked the conception of "The Path Less Wandered," a collection born from a deeply personal quest to make sense of our fractured times.

What if archetypal heroes walked among us today? How would they dress, act and inspire? These questions ignited my creative process. I thought and studied ancient myths - Greek gods like Ares, Eastern sages Chaung Tzu- and modern psychology written by Anodea Judith, seeking universal patterns that shape the human spirit. Throughout aeons, across space, cultures, art, dreams and the human psyche - great individuals have risen in times of need as eternal symbols of self-rediscovery. The Warrior, bold and unwavering; The Creator, cultivates flow; The Builder, harnesses untapped strength; The Healer, nurtures wounds; The Messenger, reclaims self-expression; The Seeker, restores vision and intuition; The Knower, recalls our interconnectedness. Each archetype, became a thread in the collection's tapestry, guiding every cut, colour, and texture.

Agile lightweight micro-fibre jacket embodies The Warriors spirit, their intricate and purposeful lines echoes unyielding swiftness and courage to stand for what is right. Flowing natural cottons weaves The Creators creative act with natures limitless possibilities. Soft materials, bold cuts, reflect The Messengers expressiveness while organic linens in deep purple channels The Seekers quest for depth. Every piece is a dialogue between timeless craftsmanship and experimental edge, blending natural and transcendental aesthetic with mystical allure and futuristic rebellion, honouring humanities enduring stories.

This collection is more than fashion - it's a call to embody your archetype in a world demanding change. As I designed, I asked myself: What role am I playing in these revolutionary moment? The answer lies in these garments. When constructing and sampling, each piece had its own difficulties. To overcome them, I had to embody the archetypal essence of each look. Built to empower, crafted with intention - the garments are a gentle reminder to move with purpose, mark the world and rise as an unlikely hero.