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Marlon Ferry crafts a bold vision of conflict and renewal for Spring 2025 Couture. Sculptural silhouettes embody trauma, resilience, and the power of rebirth.

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February 5, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Fashion meets survival in AOJIEROU's armor wedding dress—a bold statement on love and resilience in a world where war never ends.

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February 3, 2025 at 4:02 AM
AKHL redefines Indian craftsmanship by turning Ari embroidery into a structural element & reworking Zardozi with recycled fishing nets. Using unconventional materials like TPU yarns & Raffia, the brand merges heritage with innovation.

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February 1, 2025 at 4:09 AM
Pipenco’s SS25 collection transforms Romanian heritage into modern fashion at NYFW, featuring upcycled fabrics and bold, sculptural designs. A heartfelt tribute to tradition, sustainability, and strength.

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January 26, 2025 at 8:24 AM
Gyouree Kim draws from celestial charm in her 25SS collection. Soft silhouettes, ethereal fabrics, and luminous tones evoke the timeless beauty of cherubs.

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January 22, 2025 at 11:27 AM
Maggie Fan reimagines vitality in Nouveau Vitalité, a collection that asks us to pause, reconnect, and rediscover what makes life worth living.

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January 20, 2025 at 12:35 PM
Aleksandra Blinovas explores the beauty and chaos of sleepless nights in Insomnia. Each look captures raw emotion and transforms it into handcrafted art.

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January 20, 2025 at 9:58 AM
Jessica Cotte turns canvas frames into sculptural silhouettes, blending art and fashion in a hauntingly beautiful collection inspired by Hugh Hayden and Jean Charles Blais.

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January 20, 2025 at 9:15 AM
Fashion as healing. Asato Kitamura’s creations celebrate vulnerability and resilience, crafting stories of emotional depth into every piece.

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January 20, 2025 at 5:59 AM
Benjapron Tanpisaipaisid turns pain into art with Self-Inversion, blending SFX techniques and fashion to symbolize hope and resilience.

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January 19, 2025 at 1:52 PM
Jiwon Jang fuses the structure of school uniforms with Victorian silhouettes, offering a fresh look at tradition and identity.

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January 19, 2025 at 1:09 PM
Zhimeng Liu's designs tell stories through material, movement, and transformation. Featuring wearable sculptures, metalwork, and a unique exploration of human impact.
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January 18, 2025 at 5:52 AM
ByeCarol's Killing the Bride reimagines bridal gowns as symbols of resistance, inspired by a story of heartbreak and societal judgment. This collection challenges the narrative of marriage, calling for compassion and change.

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January 17, 2025 at 1:44 PM
Hippolyte redefines a 1945 military coat with silk organza, turning hyper-masculine archetypes into modern elegance. History meets sensuality in this stunning transformation.
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January 17, 2025 at 9:57 AM
Bhumi’s Bathe In The Waters celebrates the cleansing power of the ocean and the art of self-adornment. Crafted with 3D-printed biodegradable materials, it honors natural beauty and empowers wearers.

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January 15, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Wavy Motions by Nandin Erdene is inspired by the serene beauty of Amsterdam’s lakes on grey, rainy days. With flowing lines and dynamic shapes, the collection captures the elegance of water in motion.

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January 14, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Jere Vilo turns everyday service industry experiences into something unexpectedly fresh. Inspired by his time working in Finland’s service world, the collection blends workwear twill with quirky hot dog prints and bold, wearable shapes.
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January 14, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Check out the incredible work of Ziqi Zhen. Her collection takes inspiration from ball-jointed dolls and succulents, blending these two worlds into designs that feel like they’ve stepped out of a dream.
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January 1, 2025 at 1:36 PM
Inspired by the extinct Chiang Dao Swallowtail, Iyarin Runnum merges 1960s silhouettes with intricate embroidery and pleating to honor nature’s fragility. A stunning reflection on beauty, chaos, and impact.

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December 27, 2024 at 9:11 AM
Designer Ten ig tenspandex blends fluid draping with intricate tie-dye, macramé, and beadwork in this vibrant collection. A bold fusion of tradition and modern elegance.

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December 26, 2024 at 9:54 AM
Inspired by the candy-colored chaos of Wreck It Ralph and the game Sugar Rush, designer IG: mildkntt reimagines Vanellope’s journey through vibrant textures and whimsical details. This design embodies the heart of the story—a tale of ambition, friendship, and perseverance.

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December 24, 2024 at 3:54 AM
Inspired by the beauty of decay, Janeen transforms macramé into a vibrant celebration of nature’s cycles. Fungal textures, bold colors, and 3D knots explore growth, change, and transformation in this stunning design. #fashiondesign #fashionstudent #fashiongraduate #fashionschool #fashiondesigner
December 22, 2024 at 2:12 PM
Designer Wang Chi Li explores fashion by merging masculine armor with feminine elegance in his latest collection, Hiâu-pai (嬈拜). Inspired by the ceremonial transformations of Kuann Tsiong Siú (divine generals) and Magic Girls, the designs explore the dynamic tension between strength and delicacy.
December 18, 2024 at 6:19 AM
For designer Brian Oh, fashion became a deeply personal medium for processing grief and embracing identity. After losing their sister just before the RESET project briefing, Brian channeled their emotions into creating a garment that serves as both mourning wear and a symbolic farewell.

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December 17, 2024 at 12:45 PM
Inspired by his own poem “Last Night’s Embrace,” Ethan Bines brings to life a shadow creature—an ethereal, motherly figure born from darkness and nature. This haunting garment captures a soul’s final walk through the wilderness, watched over by unseen guardians.

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December 17, 2024 at 6:55 AM