CAPSEL Hat
In expositions, fashion fairs and designer weeks around the globe, Dutch artist Meike Fleskens has turned heads with her work CAPSEL. The items on display are recognizable as regular pieces of clothing. It is the material that makes these items extraordinary: human hair. Hat and photo made by artist.
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Is human hair a sustainable alternative for clothing fabric?
story by Maura Martens.With the creation of CAPSEL, Meike Fleskens has set an example for alternative fashion. Human hair can be used as a sustainable fabric. As of now, hair is in most cases simply thrown away, even though this material is free, biodegradable and can be transformed into a beautiful sweater, scarf or hat. However, where do we place the emotional and cultural value that is attributed to hair?