Wrap Yourself Up as a Gift: Designer Matteo Dunkley Turns Knitwear into Ribbon-Tied Gift Boxes
The architectural shape is so unique!
Summary
- Inspired by gift boxes, designer Matteo Dunkley presents a playful graduate knitwear collection.
- Using 3D geometric cuts, soft knitwear takes on silhouettes reminiscent of folded cardboard boxes.
- Colorful ribbons and exaggerated bows make every garment look like a thoughtfully wrapped present.
- With the playful concept of "the wearer is the gift," the collection reimagines the relationship between clothing and packaging.
Have you ever thought about wearing a gift box? In his graduate collection, designer Matteo Dunkley turned everyday knitwear into surprise-filled presents. From boxy, structured silhouettes to colorful ribbon bows, each piece looks like a wrapped gift.
Wearing a gift box
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Moving away from soft, form-fitting knits, Matteo Dunkley focuses heavily on geometric structure. Clean lines at the shoulders, waist, and body create sharp 3D silhouettes that mimic folded cardboard boxes. This sculptural shape gives the soft knitwear an architectural feel, making each piece look like a gift box waiting to be opened.
Vibrant bows turn every piece into a wrapped present
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Alongside the distinctive cuts, the wide variety of bows is the highlight of the collection. A red turtleneck knit comes paired with a gray ribbon, a plaid top features a bright lime green bow, and a bright yellow sweater cinches the waist with a contrasting tie. Bold colors paired with exaggerated decorative details instantly bring playful energy to classic knitwear.
When clothing becomes wrapping
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Matteo Dunkley translates gift wrapping directly into clothing, using 3D structures to recreate the box and finishing the design with hand-tied ribbons. By turning clothes into gift boxes, the wearer becomes the most special gift of all in a whimsical, imaginative take on fashion.
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