Opening with a film inspired by the tale of ‘Peony Pavilion’,
Ji Cheng returns to Fashion Scout for the fourth time with her highly
anticipated collection, this season sees the designer team up with luxury
Chinese shoe brand Sheme. Hauntingly beautiful, the ‘Peony Pavilion’ inspired
collection reflects a story of love and passion which is seen throughout the
collection.
Organic textures mimic peonies with jewelled tones that range
from auburn, fuchsia, mint and white in this collection that brings in elements
of traditional Chinese dress with a modern twist. Pleating techniques with
luxurious fabrics tell a romantic story where utopian and melancholic themes
are represented in greys and blues. Sheer on solid panelling gives intricacy to
asymmetric shapes whilst rope detailing adds traditional subtleties to open
backed dresses.
The collection ranges from the demure to the light and refreshing with shorts and jumpsuits in mint accented with bright pink. Low
backed shift dresses with metallic hues are adorned with three dimensional
peonies keeping the theme alive throughout.
Ji Cheng’s modern take on traditional Chinese aesthetics make her a unique designer whose following
increases season by season, creating an individual way of storytelling through
her collections.
Vanessa Omoregie (@wewearblack)
Images by Tram Ngyuyen (@TramNguyenp)