the nothing

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the nothing, a new collection by romance was born created in collaboration with and inspired by artist zaachariaha fielding and his radically joyful and storied paintings, which are busy and expressive with their bold use of golds, metallics, colour and gesture. romance was born find inspiration in how zaachariaha fielding approaches his work in a spontaneous way, and its pure freedom of expression. they admire his creativity saying, “we love zaachariaha‘s energetic and visceral paintings that honour the visual language of his ancient culture. his iconography reflects his own unique energy and way of being, which exudes generosity of spirit and a love and curiosity for his country.” fielding’s art is featured in all its magnificence throughout the collection, but it is also his artistic process and his creative energy that see romance was born ponder deeper to explore universal themes of existence and cosmology with their collection, the nothing.

with the nothing, romance was born imagine a time in the distant future on the far side of the universe, a neo-future beyond meta-modernism, a utopia where all forms of existence are celebrated. under this futurist cosmic theme rwb expertly distort proportion and experiment with overblown fragile tulles, wispy chiffon, and satins, and play with the chunky clash of robust woven and embroidered textures. these elements twinkle and sparkle brightly with supernova sequin and beaded details, displaying the stellar handiwork and prowess of their long-term makers. fielding’s exquisite art evokes the characters rwb conjure, with additional references drawn from their 80’s childhood viewing of classic fantasy, sci-fi and horror films; the neverending story, blade runner and the lost boys.

romance was born’s the nothing is an intergalactic and futuristic fashion adventure showcasing 44 separate looks; from regal planetary princesses and luminous moon children, to humanoid replicants searching for lost worlds, while wistful cosmic jesters dance and mysterious terrestrial delegates shroud secrets under their quilted space cocoons. come revel in the supreme joy of their celestial bodies, ascending to a cosmic fashion climax. romance was born invite you to answer the call of the cosmos, be the best generation yet! feel the interconnectedness and fight the creative void of the nothing. there’s room for everybody, the common life force is acceptance, creativity, and love! peace for all beings.