Entering a juxtaposition between the colliding worlds of the 2020s’ day-to-day corporate hustle and 1960s’ newfound expressionist lust for life, Ancuța Sarca played upon her signature metamorphosis of different eras colliding together for her SS25 collection.
SS25 looked out into enmeshing the 2020s corporate minimalism with its very own antonym – the animalistic burst of energy and lust of the 1960s. Sportswear styles were injected with animal prints across their core with a signature upcycled snakeskin high heel pump meeting a masculine shirt collar, or oversized leopard print boots brought forward by sportswear stripes, all signatures of Ancuța Sarca’s work contrasting dualities that unveil the different roles we carry across modern-day life. New menswear styles brought forward sportswear and cycling inspirations by repurposing masculine loafer silhouettes into signature Sarca creations by combining velcro fastenings, all created in this season’s four signature SS25 offerings; faux snakeskin, chrome, black and white.
Ancuța Sarca also partnered with celebrated footwear brands Clarks and Crocs, to reimagine their signature styles with the energy of juxtaposition that ignites the flame of collaboration. The collection brought an unexpected twist to the iconic Clarks Originals Wallabees, by using deadstock shoes in the creations.
Also exploring and repurposing Crocs footwear, new techniques arise in the art of experimentation in hand-deconstructing each shoe into a hybrid creation between classic styles and Sarca’s signature sustainable design practices. “I’m thrilled to partner with Crocs for my SS25 collection. Their bold approach to design and comfort perfectly aligns with my vision of merging practicality with unconventional style. By combining Crocs iconic styles with elements from trainers and loafers, I’m reimagining the Crocs into an Ancuța Sarca hybrid world but keeping the original signature silhouettes. We’re also exploring electrostatic flocking techniques to add unique textures and a striking, bold touch to the designs.”
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