ABOUT

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Nocturnal Aesthetics is a multifaceted creative brand exploring the nuanced balance of light and shadow, serving as a vessel for deeper, more macabre artistic expressions. This collection is merely the starting point for Nocturnal Aesthetics as a brand, extending its vision into the realm of wearable art and other creative forms, inviting wearers to experience an introspective approach to elegance.

Inspired by the gothic architecture of a church confessional, the collection captures the brand’s essence by translating the intricate pattern of a wooden confessional grid into minimalist, wearable forms. This design reflects both an appreciation for historical motifs and a commitment to modern refinement, blending gothic influences with a contemporary aesthetic.

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Central to Nocturnal Aesthetics is the exploration of light and shadow, symbolising introspection, duality, and the contrasts that define the human experience:

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• The Light Pieces: Window-inspired designs signify revelation and clarity, with minimalist lines that capture light’s ability to shape and reveal structure. These pieces embody openness and perspective, evoking purity and vision, while capturing the brand’s refined, contemplative approach.

• The Shadow Pieces: Rooted in the confessional’s darker architectural elements, these designs invoke mystery and depth. Inspired by shadowed, cross-like shapes, they speak to life’s concealed aspects, emphasizing the brand’s macabre aesthetic while adding an element of mystique. Each shadow piece symbolizes the hidden and enigmatic, representing a core of Nocturnal Aesthetics.

 

This duality lies at the heart of the collection, illustrating the brand’s unique narrative of light and darkness, clarity and obscurity, revelation and mystery.

Conceived in 2017 by designer Nina Ullrich, Nocturnal Aesthetics was initially a creative concept and a platform for curating collaborations and events. It offered Nina a space to delve into darker, more mysterious themes without altering the clean minimalism that defines her eponymous brand. This evolution of Nocturnal Aesthetics into a distinct brand marks a bold new chapter, presenting an evolving platform for artistry, storytelling, and a sophisticated embrace of duality.