In an exciting local collaboration, Darwin’s Paul Arnold, Matilda Alegria and Lulu & Daw have revealed their ‘wearable art’ uniforms for volunteers as part of Bruce Munro’s world-class Tropical Light exhibition today.
The iconic designs combine style and practicality to create unique Tropical Summer-inspired pieces and are designed to be comfortable and functional for volunteers to wear and work in during the Darwin Build-Up and Wet Season.
Two garments have been designed by Matilda Alegria in consultation with Lulu & Daw; a unisex linen button-up shirt and a women’s kaftan-style top made from a cotton crepe fabric.
All patterns and samples are made in Darwin, from fabric printed with an exclusive design by Paul Arnold called ‘Radiant’, inspired by the floodplains and river systems of the Top End.
A raincoat will also be created as part of the uniform featuring the ‘Radiant’ print on the cuffs, pockets, hood and button stand.
Each volunteer taking part in the Bruce Munro: Tropical Light exhibition will receive one of the limited edition garments to wear throughout the exhibition and to keep as a souvenir.
Volunteer and sponsorship opportunities are still available for the exhibition, with all money raised going to CanTeen to support Territory families dealing with cancer.
