Chosen Projects
these are my projects.
it always starts with a color
and a fabric.
then a shape.
the combination of high-quality fabrics
and an unexpected cut
creates character.
the moment when both come together —
and suddenly something exists
that before was only an idea.
a world of cuts, fabrics and silhouettes
that transforms people:
prouder, freer, more themselves.
there is no overdressing!
Marlene Köster
PUNK X PRUNK (prunk: german for opulence)
what punk means today
punk used to be an answer —
to rules, to conventions,
to a world that tolerated no deviation.
a group. a sign. an outcry.
today there are barely any punks left.
and yet punk never stopped existing —
it only changed its form.
punk today means: being authentic,
when authenticity has become a rarity.
not bending yourself for an algorithm
that tells you who you should be.
not chasing likes, recognition, status symbols
that others have defined for you.
punk is no longer an outfit.
no outcry against someone else.
punk is silence.
the decision to get to know yourself —
in a world that grows louder every day.
the courage to rely on yourself.
to trust yourself.
being punk no longer means
being against someone.
it means being for yourself —
and that, in this day and age,
is the most radical thing of all.
Colours of the collection
inspired by the desert culture and traditional craftmanship, this collection merges oriental opulence with punk rebellion through bold silhouettes, rich textures and expressive colour contrasts. all outfits are designed and sewn by Marlene Köster.
scheherazade embodies intelligence, courage and the power of storytelling. the key look unites a jacquard coat with fur trim and a silk dress with golden lace inserts — pink and gold as the colors of femininity and strength.
Model · Emilie Gretzmeier
ras el-hanout — named after the spice that carries the same warm color palette. a classic blouse with lace details meets a pair of trousers with two-toned legs — the contrast connects the classic with the unconventional.
Model · Leoni Seel
bat-like silhouette in flowing fine-knit fabric with polka dots + cut outs in glitter tulle: p(r)unk
Model · Meghan Hailey
pure rockstar energy — a studded leather jacket meets a chiffon skirt with safety pins as fabric manipulation. a cloth embroidered with golden sequins connects the oriental influence of the collection with the raw energy of punk.
Model · Chiara Amato
the tweed two-piece unites feminine and masculine elements. the consistent blue is interrupted by the golden fabric manipulation with safety pins as well as a tulle hem on the flared leg.
Model · Jerome Sontag
a blue hoodie with an embroidered red cord as lettering meets a tartan trouser — loud and provocative in equal measure. the bag made from a persian rug connects punk with the oriental.
Model · Luca Sabatelli
mashrabiya are ornate wooden lattices that adorn windows and balconies in oriental architecture. the top with shimmering appliqués and ornamental patterns reflects these decorative elements. the draped skirt is hand-embellished with black trim and silver chains.
Model · Franziska Schlecht
Details
Runway pictures — fashion show in Sigmaringen, 12th of July 2025
Models · Carolin Muschalek · Chiara Amato · Luca Sabatelli · Emilie Gretzmeier · Meghan Hailey · Jerome Sontag · Franziska Schlecht · Leoni Seel
Stepping into the circus tent was for me as a child like entering another world.
Full of extraordinary, magical, unique people with fascinating abilities. Even back then, the glittering costumes of the acrobats, the oversized clothing of the clowns, the stately uniform of the ringmaster and the animals — above all the dangerous tiger — were impressive to me.
The costumes, colors and shapes that one associates with the circus, such as the circus tent, patterns, stripes, various textures, and also clothing that allows you to present acts of showmanship — that is the inspiration for my collection.
It comes from the famous circuses of history, circus costumes from earlier times, legends such as the clown Oleg Popov or Pierrot, the famous mime.
Models · Carolin Muschalek · Chiara Amato
Colours of the collection
Top · Dress · Photoshoot
Model · Carolin Muschalek
Etui-dress hand sewn by designer
Designed, constructed, worn by Marlene Köster
Fashion Designer · Bespoke Tailor · B.A. Management
Fashion designer and trained bespoke tailor with experience in product development, sourcing and accessory design. Combining creative design expertise, artisanal craftmanship and business acumen.
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