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What is the “Full Circle” experience?

The steps that can be taken to live a fulfilling life DAMAGECTRL is ending the year with our most ambitious collection yet since we started. In our normal fashion, each of our pieces set out to convey a specific message leading onto an overall theme. This time around we are taking it literally in naming our collection “Full Circle”. Consisting of five pieces with each of their own meaning, they will paint the picture of what we are trying to spread. Five pieces, five steps of actions that can be taken to live a fulfilling life. That is the Full Circle experience.

THE BREAK DOWN OF FULL CIRCLE
Modern Slaves
Modern Slaves Provoked by observing the draining daily lives of white collar workers commuting through Ampang Park one day it sowed the seed for Modern Slaves. Most office workers describe themselves as a corporate slave. A slave to a system, to the company, which compensates their time for money without a guarantee of happiness nor that their job is fulfilling. Some say those who choose their work based on passion over practicality would live longer due to their own self fulfilment. Compared to blue collar workers, white collar workers have always been stereotypically labelled as unhappy and trapped in the never ending rat race. A race to keep up with their peers, of having the same standards that defines their worth by fitting in. There’s a reason why white collar workers wear the same shirt everyday to work. On the other hand, the term blue collar workers do not actually wear the colour blue nor the same dress shirt. Thus, in solidarity of our fellow blue collar workers, the “Modern Slaves” tee was made in blue. The colour that symbolises the lives of people who chose differently, dignified in their work, and happier in their pursuits. This piece is dedicated to those who reject societal pressure and norm.
Mesh Jesrey
Mesh Jersey. This monochrome coloured piece is as intentional as ever as we could easily make it colourful. As everything we do, the devil is in the details. On the front, we displayed the DAMAGECTRL’s sporting logo as featured before in our “Real Damage” Jersey. This symbolises our definition of sporting. As illustrated by a person who is constantly in motion within the eye that represents their vision and action of what they are working towards constantly. On the back, the iconic number seven was chosen as an homage to Christiano Ronaldo’s legacy as a sportsman. A man who is living proof that with hard work, grit, and relentless drive that greatness is achievable by anyone. The choice of black and white would be described as boring and safe by many people. Boring and safe however is how we would describe CR7’s legacy. It would be boring to many talented players to have the discipline to train everyday, week in and week out but not him. Many players felt safe, in their ability to perform with just talent alone. He showed otherwise, that you could feel safe of your future by taking control of it through vision and action regardless of your talent. As per the great Napoleon Bonaparte once said, “Victory belongs to the most persevering.” Just as the perseverance that led this great sportsman we know to his many victories.
Police Your Dawgs Vest
The police as an institution have always been the bedrock of keeping public order and enforcing the law. So as their motto “to serve and protect”. However, in this world in which trust in these institutions crumble such as other great empires do, who do we rely on? The people have always been the answer. Communities which are made up of people have always never failed in keeping each other in check. Having that sense of community breeds the culture of accountability where knowing one person’s actions affects everyone is etched in their minds. It comes to no surprise then when wearing vests that resemble law enforcement become fashionable so suddenly. Symbolising that the authority of keeping your friends, family, and the public in check is not only in the hands of a select few but it’s within all of us. In a world where people are not only surviving but thriving knowing everyone is in check, it will always be bulletproof no matter the obstacle.
Privilege Zip Hoodie
Privilege is often an understated subject among those who have it, may it be the guilt of having it in the first place or the ignorance of living in it. The subtlety and weight that privilege brings has been expressed just as the message is intended. From the subtle effect of the black print on the dark grey hoodie, to the weight of the ornate patterns that surround it. The conversation around privilege has always been a negative one, but we choose to shed light on a privilege that is obtainable by anybody no matter their circumstance It’s already hard to be your own true self, but it’s harder to be unapologetic about it. This has always been the barrier people put onto themselves when wanting to be authentic. The self consuming thought their behaviour and actions are constantly watched, judged, and misunderstood by everybody around them. When the reality of it is that people actually have their own worries and doubts nor their opinion should matter how you choose to live your life. When you stand tall and proud of how you choose to live your life despite the caving pressure of disapproval and whispered judgments from those around you, respect will follow. Respect gained out of the authenticity that you have, standing by your own values, especially knowing that true integrity is in short supply these days.
Golden Generation Zip Hood
Inspired by the tumultuous tale of England’s “Golden Generation” team in the footballing world this piece was born out of their story. Hailed as the team of prodigies that would lead their country to their next world cup, the team fell short of those expectations. Even as the odds were in their favour, it was shown success is not guaranteed. As usual, with every motif there is a motive in the design. The team crest embroidered on the chest features one star representing their only world cup. To remind ourselves to practise gratitude in knowing what you have achieved already despite all the setbacks you are facing. The red paint running down the hoodie is to remind us that the burden of expectations can always be scary even to the best of us. Furthermore, in true football fashion on the back, the number seven serves as a beacon that the country has always been the world stage for great players. The country does not have much to prove, just as a lion doesn’t need to tell you it’s a lion. It just roars.