Abito
2021
installation
structures/ stainless steel 316L
5 fabrics/ 100% cotton fabric; 54% linen 46% lyocell fabric; 56% cotton 44% lyocell fabric; 100% Mulberry silk fabric; 100% alpaca Suri fabric, 100% pure Merino wool fabric
dyeing/ protein fibres - natural dye with Rubia tinctorum; cellulose fibres - natural dye with earth pigment Rosso Ercolano
labels/ 100% cotton GOTS
At a time when the fashion industry often overlooks the environmental and social impact of its products, Abito invites us to reflect on the value of what we wear, encouraging us to become more aware of the origins and processes behind each garment. It does not merely present the concept of clothing but transforms it into an extension of our body — a second skin that connects us to the world.
Made from five fabrics — silk, wool, alpaca, linen, cotton, and lyocell — treated with environmentally low-impact techniques. Abito celebrates the care in selecting materials and processing methods, highlighting respect for the environment. The dyeing process — using madder and natural earth pigments — gives each fibre a unique, vibrant colour that varies based on the fabric’s characteristics. Each fiber tells a story: that of the people, places, and traditions that created it. The labels attached to each fabric act as memory markers, revealing the origins and processes that make each material distinct. In this way, each garment becomes a bridge between the past and present, between the individual and the collective, inviting us to reflect on the value of what we wear and the impact of our choices on the world.
Abito also stands out for its double details — pockets, sleeves, gloves, and scarves — symmetrically placed on both sides of the fabric. These are not just aesthetic elements but devices that foster interaction between people. When two individuals face each other, they can simultaneously place a hand in the same pocket or sleeve, experiencing contact with the material and the presence of the other. This simple gesture transforms dressing into an empathetic experience, emphasizing the potential of clothing as a tool for human connection.
Abito invites us to stop, reflect, and rediscover the profound meaning of what we wear. Each garment weaves together materials, stories, and meanings, celebrating authentic relationships and the awareness we should have in our daily choices.
Art project commissioned by Cittadellarte - Fondazione Pistoletto and supported by ten textile companies (Albini Group, Flainox S.r.l, Lanificio F.lli Cerruti dal 1881, Lenzing AG, Milior S.a.s, Ribbontex S.r.l, Taroni S.p.A, Tessuti di Sondrio, Tintoria Emiliana S.r.l, Vimar 1991 S.r.l), realised during the artistic residency Circulart2.0.

installation view at Cittadellarte, Fondazione Pistoletto, Biella (IT)








