stand out

‘The Stand Out Series’ is a project exploring the impact that clothing has on our psyche, the way we view ourselves, and how we navigate the world.

Over the course of 6 months, Dress Up Collective chronicled the experience of participants through free form interviews, street style photography, and a photoshoot modelled after Dress Up's signature events.

Creative Direction - Tosca Webb, Annie Brebner

Photos - Betsy-May Smith

Exhibited as ‘The Stand Out Series’ at FlohMarkt

AVERY

“I’ve  reclaimed the word vain. There’s no way to win so if you’re loving yourself, then you’re winning.”

JULIA

“I’m always amazed by how much personality people can demonstrate in small details.”

MAYA

“I am proud of [my 16 year old self]. I really am.”

Erin

“Once you challenge yourself to wear something that you’re not comfortable in, you become comfortable in more things and the world opens up to you.”

NOAH

“There’s a lot of communication that can be done with what you wear.”

ANDREA

“I had the epiphany, ‘ Wait! Everyone’s opinion of me doesn’t matter!’ ”

MILES

“I feel like if you’re in the position where you have the privilege to experiment with your fashion and it makes you feel good, why the fuck would you not do it?”

BIANCA

“I can feel this outfit having an impact around me!”

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