Gabriel Silva Barros

DESIGNER

Gabriel Silva Barros

SANGUE NOVO

Gabriel Silva Barros, raised on Madeira Island, studied at Central Saint Martins and the University of Westminster, in London. His design ethos combines eclectic influences from the past and present, creating dynamic silhouettes with a play on tradition and the unconventional. Passionate about craftsmanship, Gabriel challenges gender norms through world-building and storytelling.

Gabriel has worked at Palmer//Harding and Vivienne Westwood, and aspires to introduce a different perspective on menswear, contributing towards an inclusive future. He seeks to revive fashion’s sense of fantasy and exclusivity.

CONTACTS

E-mail: gabrielsilvabarros@icloud.com

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MASQUERADE AT THE GENTLEMEN’S CLUB

“Masquerade at the Gentlemen’s Club” draws inspiration from a fantastical blend of surrealism and theatrical drama, evoking the whimsical charm of a children’s storybook intertwined with the depth of folk traditions. It plays with the fluid boundaries between femininity and masculinity, echoing the spirit of 1920s cabaret. With focus on flow and movement, antonyms to the stereotypical male, it offers an escapist fantasy. The spirit of Peter Pan serves as a guiding force, with Madeira Island envisioned as a modern-day Neverland, a place of boundless imagination. The overall aesthetic channels the opulence and eccentricity of a Rothschild Surrealist Party or a Grand Masquerade Ball, blending rich textures and intricate detailing.