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Labyrinthine Journey of a Ballerina Womenswear

Tingyu Hu Womenswear Fashion

Labyrinthine Journey of a Ballerina

Labyrinthine Journey of a Ballerina presents the combination of bizarreness and emptiness of surrealism space and the delicacy of the ballerina, using apparel as the medium. The designer constructs the pieces by using bonings to build a 3D illusion, and layering various transparent fabrics are emphasizing the concept of dimension. Crafts like silkscreen and hand-embroidery are widely used in this project. Three points for this collection are illusion, space and shadow, and contrast between structure and softness.

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Are We Womenswear Collection

Au Jie Min Womenswear Collection Fashion

Are We

Are We is a womenswear collection created to raise awareness of the damage caused by humans to the marine world. The design highlights the beauty of coral systems and ocean waves. Lightweight silky organza is used in multiple layers to form flowing flares over a soft netting base. Each coral-like ornament is handcrafted and hand-stitched one by one, and the main garment carries about 300 of these details. Loose silhouettes and layered attachments give the collection a soft and full movement. The intent is to encourage people to protect the ocean.

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Oak Project Handmade Fashion

LILI DCHI Handmade Fashion Fashion

Oak Project

Oak Project is a hand-woven knitwear collection inspired by the oak forests of the Zagros mountains in Iran. Each cape is knitted entirely by hand with two knitting needles, without industrial machines. One cape takes about 100 to 120 hours to complete. Natural wool and cotton are used, so the garments are durable and safe for the environment. The motifs are first drawn freehand, then prepared as carpet patterns, so the knitting follows the method of a hand-woven carpet. Sizes are woven to order using standard clothing measurements.

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Smart Breath Down Ski Jacket

Bosideng Global Innovation Institute Ski Jacket Fashion

Smart Breath Down

Smart Breath Down is a ski down jacket designed for both skiing and everyday wear. The jacket uses a breathing system based on the distribution of body heat and sweat, aerodynamics, technical materials and a special structure. During exercise, hot and humid air is gathered and guided through airflow channels to specific heat dissipation areas. Adjustable outer channels let cold air enter, creating air circulation inside the garment. Zippers on the chest and sides open to speed up heat release. About 85 percent of the materials are recycled.

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Kinematic Konnection Garment

Anna Vescovi Garment Fashion

Kinematic Konnection

Kinematic Konnection is a garment made from laser cut acrylic pieces. Hundreds of gold jump rings join roundels measuring one inch by one inch, cut from smoke colored acrylic sheets. The pattern was calculated mathematically, and sample variations were tested to millimeter accuracy to set the ideal width and thickness. The glossy surface returns subtle reflections, much like a mirror. The joinery balances movement with weight, referring to the pressure of unrealistic standards of physical image in ballet. The linked structure also allows pieces to be added or removed to adjust the fit.

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Rebirth Womenswear Collection

Jessica Zhengjia Hu Womenswear Collection Fashion

Rebirth

The idea of this collection is to reveal those beauties hidden in the winter spirit. Following the minimalist design principle, the garments keep fresh and neat appearance with simple silhouettes and clear outlines. Details such as oversized collars, Velcro loop closures and asymmetric structures provide visual highlights to the looks. Low saturated Morandi color selection helps neutralize color temperatures to create more gentle elegant textures for the garments. There is no need to follow the others. Beauties are hidden in the true selves, pure, simple, unique and special.

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Coexistence Unisex Fashion

Suk-kyung Lee Unisex Fashion Fashion

Coexistence

This collection reinterprets the Hanbok (traditional Korean costume) which is the base of the silhouettes. The way to dress experimentally gives freedom and creativity to all fronts. The suit Coexistence combines a top, a dress, and trouser; however, this dress reuses the jacket pattern and the top, the pattern of the collar of the Denim Long coat. The Jacket Pleated comes from the pattern of the Asymmetric Pants. Is this a jacket or a trouser?

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Perception of the Eyes Wearable Art

Karina Frances Edmonds Wearable Art Fashion

Perception of the Eyes

Perception of the Eyes is a wearable art dress inspired by eyes and vision. The garment mirrors the form of an eye on the bodice, where the breast suggests the shape and the nipple marks the pupil. Strips run from that point toward the ground, crossing at set points of intersection to form a pattern that falls into waves. The pattern recalls scientific diagrams of the refraction of light. The bodice is built as a corset with wire and stiff faux leather, which allows the strips to be pulled tight. The hip lines echo vintage shapes in a contemporary form.

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Night Tales Costume and Fashion

FEIYANG ZHANG Costume and Fashion Fashion

Night Tales

Feiyang had a passion for all the dark things. The night creatures; the witches and the forest. She found them mysterious and incredibly inspiring. This collection was inspired by a series of dark fairytales. Feiyang wrote her own stories then created weird, enchanting characters. She designed garments that fit the protagonists' characteristic. Instead of thinking of possible garment shapes first, Feiyang derived lines, forms and texture from nature, like butterfly wings or tree barks, arrange them in various ways until certain forms grow naturally out, which can be applied to the human body.

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Metallic Dual Dress with Wrap On

Shilpa Sharma Dress with Wrap On Fashion

Metallic Dual

This dual purpose dress from India stands out in first look as it combines Gold and Silver beautifully. Claimed as an amalgam of resort and party wear, this dress can actually practical for its claim. The added on wrap is flexible to use but the joining attachment could have been better. It is evident that the design is inspired from precious metals and that philosophy is justified in use as well as look.

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Light Jessture Womenswear Collection

Jessica Zhengjia Hu Jessture Womenswear Collection Fashion

Light

This collection transforms the idea of Light in both physical and psychological aspects. The quality of brightness is emphasized by manipulating contrast of different low saturated tones and colors. Light fabrics are used to provide gentle and comfortable feelings. Creative structures and detachable pockets, lapels, and strapped corset, allow the looks to be more variable. Garments can reflect the interactions between the wearers' psychological emotions and their physical environment. The goal is to encourage the wearers to express their own aesthetics and styles fearlessly.

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Renaissance Trench Coat

Adina Banea Trench Coat Fashion

Renaissance

Renaissance is a trench coat designed for both daily and evening wear. The coat is made of wool and has a magnetic closure. Further magnets are placed in the lining. Short handwritten messages on Tyvek paper can be attached to these magnets to change the look. The trench coat can be worn plain for work and then personalised later in the day. The design is urban and minimal in form. Sizing covers 34 to 42, or small to large. The intent is to offer one garment with two moods, from formal to playful.

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