London, September 11, 2023 – The Fashion Scout China showcase at London Fashion Week witnessed an extraordinary fusion of innovative design, narrative prowess, and sustainable chic. Three trailblazing designers graced the runway, each unveiling a collection that transcends trends, embodying the essence of haute couture.
ZIMOWE: The Resilient Rebirth of Athena
ZIMOWE’s collection is a tour de force, seamlessly melding classical aesthetics with avant-garde elements. Inspired by the indomitable spirit of Athena, the pieces weave a tale of empowerment, akin to the delicate renaissance of a sculpture.
Drawing from the storied legacies of Martin Margiela and Man Ray, ZIMOWE masterfully weaves historical gravitas into contemporary design. Sustainability takes center stage as second-hand suit fabrics and designer stock materials breathe new life into the garments, creating a harmonious symphony of style and conscience.
Virgin wool, a symbol of luxury and delicacy, posed a unique challenge, but ZIMOWE’s ingenious fusion technique brought forth the iconic “wedding dress,” a testament to form meeting function. The signature style, a captivating blend of ancient mythology and romantic narratives, remains an unyielding cornerstone. Gender fluidity and Roman-inspired modernism infuse the collection with an inclusive, non-gender specific ethos.
Meticulous craftsmanship, French seams, quilting, binding, and collar stays, paired with innovative techniques involving straps and channels, sculpt unique, captivating shapes. ZIMOWE’s narrative, “Athena can be broken, but she will rebirth again,” echoes a message of resilience and metamorphosis.
In a collaborative tour de force, ZIMOWE joined forces with Kingston University alumnus, menswear designer Yuyan Zhong. Cutting-edge technology, including CLO 3D, ensured impeccable fit and form, fusing tradition with modernity in a symphony of style.
CZHH: Rethinking Fashion Jewellery with Narrative
CZHH’s jewellery collection challenges convention, offering a narrative masterpiece with three distinct stories. The first collection unveils a captivating murder mystery, with cryptic clues embedded in each piece. The subsequent chapters follow a whimsical flight featuring a mother and her baby, a playful yet enigmatic tale.
Emphasis on fun and whimsy distinguishes CZHH, where aesthetics and conceptual communication reign supreme. Silver takes center stage, in harmony with thematic crystal tones, weaving a narrative through color and form.
The creative process mirrors novel crafting, envisioning the entire story before translating it into exquisite jewellery. Sustainability shines through with recycled silver and copper, reflecting a commitment to both artistry and conscience.
CZHH’s runway show, a sensory symphony, marries a curated soundtrack with choreographed movements, immersing the audience in the designer’s narrative universe.
Dairu Ren: “Midnight Garden” – A Poetic Ode to Nostalgia
Dairu Ren’s “Midnight Garden” collection is a poetic reverie, a tribute to cherished childhood memories. Inspired by the ethereal garden of Dairu’s grandmother, the collection captures the enchanting transformation at twilight. The key lies in the intricate crocheting technique, mirroring the delicate blossoms that adorn the nocturnal garden.
Tradition converges with innovation, reflecting current trends while weaving personal narratives. Sustainability is paramount, evidenced by eco-friendly materials and a commitment to slow fashion.
Dairu Ren’s collection enriches the London Fashion Week landscape, offering a unique blend of artistry, sustainability, and emotional storytelling. The accompanying soundtrack and choreography elevate the sensory experience, drawing the audience deeper into the world of “Midnight Garden.”
LIBBY SHIJIA LIU
Libby Shijia Liu is a Chinese fashion designer who focuses on visual art, AI art, and muti-materials in fashion. At the same time, she has rich experience in movie costume design, fine arts and photography.Libby Shijia Liu.
In the design projects of Shijia Liu, she combines avant-garde technology with natural elements and traditional techniques, like ceramics, felting and knitting, with a primitive sense to further develop design into a new level.
She majored in Fashion Design at Parsons and the CSM Advance fashion design program. She actively participates in the fashion industry, such as NYFW, costume directors in NYU student movies crews and jewelry design director for commercial brands.
She is an expert in 3D printing and laser cutting and aims to create new designs to make hard materials into wearable garments. Most of her designs have complex structures and show her deep thought for society phenomena.
Neo Project SS24
“Neo” is derived from the variant thinking mode derived from the predecessor of “New” in Angli Saxones writings.
The Neo Project is a formula base on the transaction, in between of fading and the newborns. Taken “Neo” as the previous version of “New” to emphasize the bond between old and new. To explore the range of inclusiveness is the key to the project”
“To commemorate and signified the city that NEO PROJECT was founded. Guangzhou Opera House, Zaha Hadid’s building with its most representative curved architectural design elements, directly adopted this feature in the design process of this set of look and used it from the past.”
Peiyang Li SS24
Camille Li, a versatile designer based in Shenzhen, China, and New York City, alsoexcels as a part-time astrology consultant. Her diverse skill set encompassescrocheting, macrame braiding, ruching, machine knitting, hand knitting, and modernastrology. Having lived in three cities, she has been enriched by interactions with peoplefrom diverse cultures and fields. Her collections draw inspiration from narrativescollected during astrological consultations, channeling Western and Oriental influences.Through textile-based methods, she skillfully presents stories that raise ethicalquestions, driven by her curiosity about often-overlooked topics. Camille Li’s workengages in discussions we might shy away from, embracing both Western and Orientalperspectives.
SANJING SS24
Founded in 2022, SJ is an asexual original design brand that draws from the traditionalpattern elements , infuses the customs of nationality , deconstructs and innovates the exquisite embroidery techniques focusing on the combination of Chinese elements and modern fashion, a large number of modern threedimensional tailoring designs are applied in the clothing .Transmitted “Chinese slow fashion” through ancient craftsmanship and a youthfulperspective.