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TRASH DRESS
Date
May 2023
This coat contains 39 lbs of trash that was destined for landfill. It is equivalent to the amount of waste that the average American adult produces in just 8 days. It is a tangible representation of the cultural phenomenon of hyper-consumption that is present in society. Of all plastic waste generated, 58% ends up in landfill or enters the natural environment where it persists for a long period of time. At current growth rates, the accumulation of plastic waste in landfills and/or the natural environment is projected to reach nearly 12,000 metric tons globally by 2050. The coat serves as a tool for education and awareness, inspiring individuals to reconsider their consumption patterns and make educated choices.