Performance Patchwork" Upcycled Sport Maxi Dress – One of a Kind

A high-performance statement in sustainable design. This one-of-a-kind maxi dress is an experimental fusion of technical sportswear and avant-garde silhouettes, reconstructed from four distinct reclaimed garments.
The piece features a sleek, aerodynamic bodice repurposed from a professional cycling jersey, offering a tight, contoured fit. The dramatic, voluminous skirt is architectural in its construction, crafted from two identical sports sweatshirts and a repurposed Deutsche Post uniform shirt. The result is a bold play on the German national colors (black, red, and gold) combined with industrial and athletic branding.
This dress celebrates the beauty of technical fabrics while challenging the concept of traditional fashion by giving a second, luxurious life to discarded utilitarian uniforms.
Handmade in Leipzig.
Size
Fits S - M (The high-performance elastic fabrics allow for a tight but comfortable, adaptive fit).
Materials
• Upcycled professional cycling jersey (Polyester/Elastane).
• Two reclaimed identical sports sweatshirts.
• Repurposed Deutsche Post uniform.
• Original zippers and technical hardware.
Care
• Machine wash cold on a delicate cycle (use a laundry bag to protect technical details).
• Do not tumble dry.
• Do not iron directly on graphics or synthetic technical fabrics.
• Do not bleach.
Note
Visible zippers, original logos, and the mix of technical textures are intentional features of the upcycling process, celebrating the athletic heritage of the source materials.
About Gallanegra
Gallanegra is an experimental upcycling project by designer Melisa Lantadilla. Each garment is reconstructed from rescued clothing and textiles, transforming existing materials into new one-of-a-kind designs. All pieces are handcrafted in Leipzig.