X World
X World is a conceptual garment inspired by X-ray photographs of insects. The design translates an insect exoskeleton into wearable form, placing layers of shell-like structures on the human body. X World is made with the palace lantern craft of China, a technique listed as intangible cultural heritage. After many material tests, a frame of iron wire was combined with silk gauze, a pairing that is both light and flexible. The garment is delicate yet strong, and presents vulnerability as a temporary form of protection.
X World Clothing by 梅 潘 has been identified as a grand example of fashion design by the A' Design Award & Competition. X World Clothing won the Golden A' Design Award in Fashion, Apparel and Garment Design in 2022. The A' Fashion, Apparel and Garment Design Award is a highly prestigious, international, juried design recognition program which rewards excellent design of runway collections, dresses, suits, skirts, outerwear, jackets, apparel, garments and more.
