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On Wednesday October 26th, the fashion film EPOCH was screened at the Powerscourt Townhouse Centre. The short film was created by Kilig, a Dublin-based duo, who aim to engage their audience through the creation of unique and powerful compositions. This aim is certainly realised in their production of EPOCH which captures Táine King’s fashion shoot showcasing the designs of Polina Yokobson. King, an Irish photographer, was commissioned by Marion Cuddy. Speaking to Tn2 Magazine at the film’s launch, King said that she was given complete creative freedom. She recalls falling in love with the power and strength of Yokobson’s Charles Yokob collection with its imposing, tailored outfits all in black. The artistry is undeniable and guests definitely admired the designs displayed during the night. A wide, black, triangle-shaped hat that fell low over the face, paired with a textured black coat proved particularly noteworthy.
When these designs are worn they are truly brought to life. The clothes would suit glamorous and indomitable women of any age. King’s beautifully dark and striking vision makes EPOCH a visually arresting production. It is composed of a series of shots that juxtapose beautifully crafted couture against the grime of an underground car park. The shoot was styled by Dean Nguyen. The androgyny of this shoot shows Nguyen’s interest in gender fluidity in the fashion industry. He has previously collaborated with King for I-D Magazine. The ethereal beauty of Not Another Agency model Rachel Quinn is made all the more intriguing with her modern look. Her statuesque figure and menacing movements pay homage to the subversive strength of Yokobson’s clothing. She sports close-cropped lime green hair and deep purple lips, courtesy of Malaysian-born, Dublin-based makeup artist Tee Elliott.
The film is only about ninety seconds long but its forcefulness is undeniable. The crowd was visibly captivated during the screening. In a speech to the audience, King refuted the idea that Irish creatives have to leave the country to thrive. This film, and the positive reaction it received on the night, is a testament to the exciting work being done right here at home.
