TIA DRESS

A fluid sculptural dress shaped through layered geometric draping.
The Tia Dress is part of The Geometry of Feeling collection, where visual art, geometry, and the body intertwine. Constructed from geometric planes without conventional cutting, using an origami-inspired technique, the garment evolves into a soft architectural silhouette guided by the zero-waste principle.
The cut is entirely non-repeatable, as the dress is created directly on the mannequin without traditional pattern-making. The shaping process unfolds intuitively through folding, layering, and spatial exploration of the material.
The material used is waterproof cotton, selected for its ability to maintain sculptural form while allowing fluid movement of layered surfaces. Through asymmetrical draping and cascading folds, the fabric develops into a dynamic three-dimensional composition.
The dress features an open shoulder construction with layered structural panels that frame the neckline and upper body. The asymmetrical hemline and fluid volumes create movement and a shifting silhouette while walking.
Designed in a loose-fit silhouette, the garment adapts to different body shapes.
The Tia Dress can be worn front or back, offering two equally expressive silhouettes.
Each piece is one of a kind and handcrafted in Slovenia. The dress is made from deadstock fabric sourced from a textile archive. The Tia Dress embodies the sustainable philosophy of the Nika Ravnik brand, combining sculptural form, experimentation, and respect for material. The waterproof cotton fabric creates a structured sculptural surface and natural texture that may develop soft creases as part of the garment’s character.