My collection, titled Nurtured, explores the experience of growing up in a household free from harsh gender stereotypes, as my parents actively rejected the traditional religious upbringing they had received. Surrounded by brothers and a father who did not adhere to conventional masculine interests, and a mother who challenged hyper-femininity, I was able to explore my own identity authentically. I am illustrating these themes through a consistent juxtaposition of societal perceptions of masculinity and femininity. This duality is expressed through traditional gendered motifs found in my parents' childhood photographs, materiality, and contrasting silhouettes. By playing with the dynamics of structure and drape through hand knitting, as well as the weight of my chosen fabrics, I aim to bridge the gap in this dichotomy. I aspire for this collection to evoke a sense of comfort, warmth, and healing.