2024
A Prairie Underground Collaboration
Inspired by the 2004 Bratz doll collection “Tokyo-a-go-go” and the early 1900s Edwardian/Gibson Girl aesthetic, artist and designer Janelle Abbott (JRAT) has painted, slashed, and spliced together deadstock and damaged Prairie Underground garments to create one of a kind works of art.
In keeping with JRAT’s unique approach to the zero waste methodology, these pieces are “densely pleated, boldly clashing, and unexpectedly rhythmic.” Janelle’s work is scrappy, unapologetic, and a testament to just how much time and energy it takes for real humans to create every consumer product we engage with—this collection is a celebration of the tireless work and hardline commitment to ethical and sustainable fashion that both Prairie Underground and JRAT share.
Additionally, on display in the Prairie Underground gallery were inspirational collages made in collaboration between Abbott and her BFF and fellow artist, Skaidra Shiels. Each illustration was crafted from images of Edwardian garments pulled from Ebay and Gem Search that were then cut and configured into outfits reminiscent of Bratz doll fits. Shiels provided the Edwardian style Bratz doll illustrations.
FASHION SHOW
Photography @carolinewalkerevans
Models @ner.v.ous @vinnie.song @whoopsie.daisy @alvinahsiao @ashpiecake @sahrraaa @amylproductions @kalinachung @jamuna.kaur @a_koi_ya @athame._o @badgalgata @elizab3thfarmer @sofiiakmusic @yaz.etal @stefandrichmond @darabreeze
BTS
Photography Jennifer Kathleen
Photography Elisabeth Olmsted
COLLECTION
Photography Elisa Clements
Models @elizab3thfarmer @vinnie.song @yaz.etal @ashpiecake @athame._o @badgalgata
ART INSTALLATION
