Mahan Jahanbakhsh Esferjani - Hochschule Macromedia Berlin-Hamburg

X – Hochschule Macromedia Berlin-Hamburg

This collection traces the different stages of a life shaped by identity, love, loss, displacement, and growth. Inspired by personal experiences, each look represents a chapter in a larger narrative, moving from self-discovery and vulnerability to resistance, transformation, and acceptance.

The collection reflects on themes of queerness, cultural identity, mental health, migration, imprisonment, and the complex relationship between an individual and their homeland. Through symbolic forms, textures, and material contrasts, the garments become a visual archive of memories and emotions. Together, the five looks tell a story of survival, healing, and the continuous process of becoming.

I am originally from Iran and hold a degree in Painting, a background that has deeply influenced the way I approach fashion, shaping my interest in color, storytelling, and visual expression. After a formative period in Iran, I moved to Germany to continue my studies in Fashion Design, where I began exploring the relationship between art, identity, and clothing.

A range of personal and cultural experiences inspires my designs. I see fashion as a multidisciplinary medium that allows me to combine my foundation in fine arts with contemporary design. Through my work, I aim to create meaningful narratives that connect personal experiences, cultural influences, and craftsmanship.

Credits
Models: @olivis_maria (look 1 & look 4), @yuliyaignorewna (look 2,3 &5)
Stylist: @Dzouhy