Nicole McLaughlin (US)

Resources and Forces of Clothing

July 7th – July 13th 2024

Nicole McLaughlin United States

Nicole McLaughlin is a multidisciplinary designer based in New York City.

Since 2018, Nicole has explored greater possibilities for sustainability through self-initiated and collaborative efforts alike. While sustainability is often used as a marketing buzzword because of its PR value, Nicole’s accessible, witty, and functional practice serves as a reminder that sustainability is actually an operational philosophy. By transforming discarded miscellanea into objects with new, imaginative, and often unexpected utility, Nicole shows how a circular approach to design and manufacturing can help us reframe waste as an opportunity.

Nicole has partnered with: Hermès, Nike, eBay, adidas, Reebok, Puma, Arc’teryx – as their first ever brand ambassador, Merrell, Christian Louboutin, Crocs, HBO, Calvin Klein, Woolrich, Jacquemus, LN-CC, Opening Ceremony, The North Face, Depop, Warby Parker, JanSport, CamelBak, etc.

Her work has been on display at the Design Museum in London in conjunction with her nomination for the Beazley Design of the Year in 2020. And the MAD Brussels as a part of United Fashion alongside works by Martin Margiela and many others.

In 2021 she launched a book with Sarah Andelman, formerly of colette Paris as part of her “Just An Idea” series, with a sold out book signing at Dover Street Market New York. 

Her work has been featured in publications such as Sixtysix Magazine, SZ Magazin, Vogue, Grazia, L’Officiel, 10 Magazine, GQ, InStyle, Harper’s Bazaar and more.

https://www.instagram.com/nicolemclaughlin/

www.nicolemclaughlin.com

Resources and Forces of Clothing

July 7th – July 13th

Workshop Categories

The Workshop

Upcycling is about seeing the potential of what already exists. It encourages us to extend the lifespan of materials that would otherwise be discarded. This course will provide a hands-on learning experience of how to approach upcycling from design and fashion perspectives, and why being resourceful should be an integral part of our daily lives.

Each day of this week will offer a new exploration of collaborating with not only each other, but with nature, of using both natural and synthetic materials, foraging through the past of Boisbuchet workshops, and realising the importance of impermanence when creating fresh ideas.

BOOK WORKSHOP
Student: €1090 TTC

BOOK WORKSHOP
Normal: €1496 TTC

Housing

  • Accommodation & food are included

  • We can accommodate for special catering

  • All participants sleep in dormitories

  • To book a private room or bring additional guests, get in touch: workshops@boisbuchet.org

Education

  • Our staff are available to help you conceptualize & produce your designs

  • Tools & materials are provided by Boisbuchet

  • All workshops are taught in English

  • The number of participants is limited to 22

Activities