Ashley Galea

RMIT Bachelor of Fashion (Design)

My roots trace back to a small farming village in central Italy and the island of Malta. In the 1950s, my grandparents immigrated to Australia in search of a “better life”. Clothing became part of their journey, and through constant wear and tear, their clothing shared their adventures in this new chapter of their lives. A quiet but familiar companion, providing a sense of comfort and belonging in an ever-changing world. With the fusion of European old-world charm and contemporary luxury, my collection pays homage to the journey and legacy left behind by not only my grandparents but their clothes.

RMIT Bachelor of Fashion (Design)

My roots trace back to a small farming village in central Italy and the island of Malta. In the 1950s, my grandparents immigrated to Australia in search of a “better life”. Clothing became part of their journey, and through constant wear and tear, their clothing shared their adventures in this new chapter of their lives. A quiet but familiar companion, providing a sense of comfort and belonging in an ever-changing world. With the fusion of European old-world charm and contemporary luxury, my collection pays homage to the journey and legacy left behind by not only my grandparents but their clothes.

Title: ash meets: threads of heritage | Talent: Sebastijan Karlusic |Photographer: Ashley Galea

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