HOMO CONSOMMATUS ARCHIVE
Spring-Summer 2015
 
Going Solo
There is no reason to make season. The fashion industry today is contradictory and ridiculous. In the pursuit of commercial benefits conglomerates and big brands have provoked the cyclic acceleration of fashion. Main seasons, cruise, pre-fall, and capsule collections spin fashion in the funnel which begins to absorb itself. Meanwhile, Pre-Fall collections arrive in stores in May, and Style.com main page is screaming: 

“Why not to rock a fur stole during the summer!”


Lookbook photographer:Sasha Chaika
Model: Sasha


Recycled wig from Spring-Summer 2014 collection repurposed by hairstylist Yana Yakubenok
Collection concept

The new collection is a continuation of a series of reflections on the issues of the modern world, focusing on the transformation of human consciousness and the body. This time, it is inspired by the work of the American sociologist Eric Kleinenberg and the "singleton phenomenon" - a trend in the social life of New York where city residents choose solo living and career advancement over starting a family. This shift in values and needs also impacts the city's landscape, with Homo Consommatus drawing inspiration from the architecture of New York in their designs, incorporating the unique characteristics of buildings such as the Seagram Building or Hearst Tower. Geometric panels on dresses and coats reflect the protrusions and curves of these architectural landmarks, while the absence of lining inside the products symbolizes a clean apartment and highlights the inner beauty of each model.The collection challenges traditional seasonality, as indicated by the tags with the slogan "There is no reason to make the season," mocking the trend of accelerating the fashion industry. This is further emphasized by the choice of materials, including heavy cashmere, llama, bamboo, plastic, suede, deerskin, viscose, and silk with a polyurethane coating. The brand is known for working with expensive innovative materials, playing with shapes and proportions, and infusing new narratives into its aesthetics. The concept of slow fashion is promoted, with a strong focus on handmade garments and attention to detail.
Homo Consommatus is a luxury womenswear label created by fashion designer Alexey Sorokin in 2011. Alexey takes a philosophical approach to fashion and draws inspiration from unusual subjects such as pollution, consumerism, and the meaning of life. These themes are evident throughout the label's collections. 
Homo Consommatus pieces are complex yet practical and seamlessly fit into contemporary style. The unique aesthetic is achieved by using innovative techniques, experimenting with textiles, and utilizing new production technologies. The designer is known for playing with proportions and contrasts, showcasing significant work with form. 
Homo Consommatus has been featured in international editions of L’Officiel, In Style, Vogue, Cosmopolitan, Harper's Bazaar, and Forbes, among others. The brand's pieces are a part of celebrity wardrobes and musem institutions permanent collections such as The Museum at FIT in New York.