In 2017, Marc Khafre presented his first work: a clothing collection entirely handmade, cut and sewn by the artist. Conceived as both a creative debut and a critical statement, the collection questioned the purpose of modern clothing production - how it has shifted from a fundamental human necessity to one of the most polluting industries in the world.
Each piece was constructed from pure natural fabrics, chosen for their integrity, longevity and deep connection to the history of dress. The silhouettes drew inspiration from Japanese Ukai fishermen and the graceful forms of Buddhist monastic robes. The result was a body of work that felt both timeless and forward-looking.
This debut work presented an alternative vision of clothing - in line with nature and rooted in craft. It also marked the starting point of Marc's ongoing practice of rethinking materials based on their cultural and ecological meaning.
