01 CREATIVE DEPLETION

A look developed from my project “CREATIVE DEPLETION”, a collection inspired by the fear of creative depletion that many designers experience in the face of constant innovation and competition...

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DOC 12/2024

02 Zipped Blazer Full Look

A blazer that could be zipped from sideways, with the inner side completely lined with silk, the sleeves and the bottom part of the blazer could be flipped and tied in various variations, creating layers and depth...

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DOC 11/2024

03 SILENCED

I wanted a black top and black pants.

The dolman sleeves knit top is lined with a shiny silver jersey that is also layered at the back. The exaggerated collar could be clipped on the side of the inner hood, replicating a mask which embraces the power of speaking up to demands and remember a voice would never be silenced...

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DOC 04/2024

04 ELEVATED

“Our hands first found their voice from school's first lesson, yet we seem to forget the power they hold now.” Inspired by the hand-raising gesture, this project aims to reignite the awareness of the power our hands hold and encourage individuals to reclaim their voices in a world where they are often forgotten...

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DOC 03/2024

05 BUST-TIFUL

A main collection supported with a diffusion line, inspired by the lack of adequate bust support in contemporary dancewear. By celebrating curvy body shapes and infusing traditional ballet elements with a modern twist, this collection empowers dancers to feel confident and supported.

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DOC 05/2024

06 Beyond the Eclipse: Rediscovering Hong Kong’s Cultural Aesthetic Through Fashion

Explores the colonial era's impact on Hong Kong's cultural identity. By incorporating elements from diverse cultures and fashion trends into a garment design, this project aims to express and preserve Hong Kong's multifaceted aesthetics while raising questions about identity, representation, and cultural significance in the post-colonial era."

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DOC 05/2023

07 Not your Model Minority: Unveiling Culture Identity Through Dismantling the Trope

Aiming to cast away the misconceptions associated with the so-called 'model minority,' by juxtaposing the stereotypical image of Chinatown with contemporary architecture in Hong Kong, using architectural forms and lines to challenge social wedges and highlight the struggles and resilience of the Chinese-Americans community.

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DOC 11/2023

08 THE NORM

A fashion piece from my collection “THE NORM” where I created exaggerated garments with mesh fabrics to challenge societal expectations of dressing conventionally. By naming the collection “THE NORM”, I urge to highlight the irony of society's insistence on normalcy, finding the significance of redefining what normal is.

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DOC 12/2020

09 CHILD

In my design, I intended to focus on enhancing the significance of often overlooked elements by enlarging elements like pockets, buttons, and belt loops. Also inspired by the disparity in pocket sizes between men's and women's jeans, I incorporated an oversized pocket to highlight the irony of fashion industry norms that prioritise aesthetics over functionality and serves as a statement against gender norms and societal expectations.

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UPCYCLED
DOC 02/2023

10 800-797-8697

Named under Barbie doll’s hotline, I create an upcycled garment using discarded clothes from the fast fashion industry, aiming to catch attention to the excessive use of fabrics and the resulting fabric waste generated by the doll industry. Drawing inspiration from the concept of a doll, the garment replicated the characteristics of a doll with layers of tartan fabrics.

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UPCYCLED
DOC 10/2021

11 Asphyxiation

An upcycling garment made with 4 pairs of old jeans and denim skirts. The garment was inspired by an imagined concept of flowers that possess the ability to breathe in space. This imaginative notion symbolizes the fantastical and unconventional thoughts that occasionally emerge in my mind.

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UPCYCLED
D0C 10/2021

12 Viridescent

An upcycling garment made with old clothes where it explores the profound intersection between beauty and death, encapsulating the contradictory nature of marriage and the loss of freedom. By metaphorically portraying a bride's red funeral, the design embodies an aesthetic that intertwines elements of both allure and darkness.

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UPCYCLED
D0C 10/2021

13 When She was Blinded

An upcycling project that serves as a visual representation of the struggles faced by women under oppressive dress codes. Inspired by my digital painting "When She Was Blinded", I aim to raise awareness of the loss of female’s individuality and identity. By juxtaposing the concealed identities with vibrant patterns and emphasizing inner beauty, the garment advocates for women's rights, freedom, and the celebration of their true selves.

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UPCYCLED
D0C 10/2021

14 Head Piece: Savage Beauty

My headpiece is inspired by the concept of animal cruelty and the exploitation of animals for human entertainment. Inspired from the practice of bullfighting, which demonstrates the harm inflicted upon these creatures, the design aims to highlight both the strength and beauty inherent in these animals. By showcasing the allure of savage creatures and their power in nature, the headpiece emphasizes the urgent need for their protection and preservation.

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UPCYCLED
DOC 03/2023

15 性 (Sex)

A gender-less fashion piece that celebrates the inherent beauty of an individual's body through a combination of oversized silhouettes and strategic use of empty fabric sections. With varieties of fabrics and contrasting colours, it symbolizes the multifaceted nature of one's inner and outer self, emphasizing the complexity and uniqueness of personal identity.

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DOC 02/2021

16 Neutral

An upcycling garment designed and sewn with upcycled denim clothes and old clothes in patches with different shades of blue.

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UPCYCLED
D0C 10/2021

17 Trypophobia

A mask project made with the purpose to overcome, heal or mitigate trypophobia. Through the way of beautifying trypophobia, I aim to visually reduce the uneasiness created. Utilizing the characteristics of trypophobia and inspired by the beauty of coral reefs, the mask will be designed to visually represent the fear while incorporating vibrant colours and flowing forms to reduce feelings of unease and mitigate his sense of discomfort and disgust.

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DOC 10/2022

18 Dress Codes

Through the recreation of my female school uniform to mimic a dragon rope, I created an embroidery piece that serves as a poignant juxtaposition, highlighting the restrictive nature of both the present-day uniform and the historically significant dragon rope, which is evidence of patriarchal society. By emphasizing this irony, I aim to shed light on the enduring impact of dress codes in reinforcing gender roles, standing against the constraints imposed by a patriarchal society.

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DOC 12/2020

19 Red Corset

An up-cycled asymmetrical corset designed and made with the leftover fabrics from previous projects.

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UPCYCLING
DOC 04/2023

BY JASMINE