In 2015 claims emerged that hundreds of babies who were buried in a mass, unmarked grave close to mother and Baby Home in Tuam, Country Galway, Ireland, between 1925 and 1960. “The Uncovered Secret Sin” highlights these abuses masked behind the wealth and beauty of the Catholic Church; providing recognition and reinstating the identity of the babies and families involved in the tragedy.
Celebrating the traditional artisan and imagery embedded within Catholicism, and Catholic inspired placements combined with modern day embroidery techniques like digital embroidery, to create a contemporary, evocative and luxury garment. Designing for the Met Gala and similar bespoke, high-profile public events provides a platform to reveal these hidden tragedies and spark conversation for years to come.
“The Uncovered Secret Sin” highlights these abuses masked behind the wealth and beauty of the Catholic Church; providing recognition and reinstating the identity of the babies and families involved in the tragedy.
