It was with pure atmosphere
that Fashion Scout Merit Award winner Yifang Wan's AW13 show began.
Entitled 'Limits of the Body and Possibilities of the Mind', it was
inspired by the extreme self-restraint and austerity of an ascetic
life.
Building on her signature
aesthetic of linear and original design whilst exploring new ground,
blacks, violets, emeralds and indigos of the finest fabrics appeared.
Overcoats, full length dresses, tailored trouser and tunics all
comprised a part of the collection as models walked architectural
pieces focused on form, fabric and texture. Metallic stainless steel
belts, necklaces and cuffs brought to a sharp point reenforced the
sharp cuts of the garments and only served in increasing that
atmosphere as the show progressed.
Beautifully cut and
uncompromising in precision, Yifang Wan's AW13 collection was
uncomplicated, utterly memorable and proved exactly why she was
awarded this season's Merit Award winner.
Words by Josh Walker
(@josh_walker_)
Images by Max Barnett (@MaxBarnettPhoto)