The Form of Power Disenyo sa Costume by Xinyi Chen

The Form of Power Disenyo sa Costume by Xinyi Chen is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award nga Puthaw in Disenyo sa Moda, Bisti ug Sinina Competition Category.

PuthawModa· 2025

The Form of Power Disenyo sa Costume

by Xinyi Chen

Client: Xinyi Chen

A' Design Award nga Puthaw Winner in Moda Category

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The Design

About The Form of Power Disenyo sa Costume

Sa paspas nga nag-uswag nga katilingban, ang pagkababaye nag-usab ngadto sa mas lainlaing konsepto. Kini nga sinina molabaw pa sa mas lawom nga pagsukisuki sa katahom, maisugon nga naghagit sa tradisyonal nga mga sukod sa gender. Sa mas dako nga sukod, naglangkob kini sa inklusibo, lainlaing sistema sa mga prinsipyo alang sa identidad sa mga babaye, nagpasiugda sa mas lapad nga pagsabot sa katilingban sa komplikadong mga identidad sa mga babaye ug nagdasig sa mga babaye nga hubaron ang katahom sumala sa ilang kaugalingong mga termino. Dugang pa, naggamit kini sa recycled leather ug environmentally friendly nga velvet, nga adunay plano sa pagpalambo sa biodegradable nga tulle, nagbalanse sa ekspresyon sa disenyo uban sa responsibilidad sa kalikopan.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award nga Puthaw

The Form of Power Disenyo sa Costume usa ka mananaog sa A' Design Award nga Puthaw, usa ka dungganon nga pag-ila nga gihatag sa maayong mga disenyo nga nakatagbo sa propesyonal ug industriyal nga mga gikinahanglan nga gipaabot gikan sa maayo ang pagkadisenyo nga mga paglalang. Ang mga mananaog sa Puthaw nagpakita og dakong kahanas, taas nga espesyalisasyon, eksperto nga pagsabot, ug mamugnaon nga abilidad sa ilang mga tiglalang. Gilauman nga ang The Form of Power Disenyo sa Costume mahimong gipabilhan, gihangaan, ug gihigugma nga paglalang nga praktikal ug bag-o. Kini nga disenyo nga nakadaog og A' Design Award nga Puthaw naghiusa sa labing maayong mga praktis sa industriya ug adunay hanas nga teknikal nga mga kinaiya nga nalambigit sa kahibalo ug talento. The Form of Power Disenyo sa Costume gitahod tungod sa pagkamaabtik niini ug gidisenyo aron maghatag og mga pagpaayo sa kalidad sa kinabuhi nga makatabang sa paghimo sa kalibutan nga mas maayong dapit.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: This apparel design highlights the complexity and multidimensional charm of modern women, breaking away from the traditional, monotonous stereotypes of females. Set against the backdrop of feminist trend, the design features multiple unique innovations, including materials and tailoring, to fully express the diversity of feminine qualities. It also redefines the essence of female power, with a focus on the awareness, control, and freedom of expression over their own identities.
Dimensions & Packaging: Maxi Dress: (Size XS) HPS: 53 inch,
Mini Dress: (Size XS) HPS-29 inch,
Cropped Outerwear: (Size XS) HPS: 13 inch,
Bodysuit: (Size XS) HPS: 29 inch,
Pants: (Size XS) INSEAM: 30 inch
Tags: apparel design, feminist trend, modern minimalism, broad shoulder silhouette, asymmetric cut, fabric compatibility, conflict and harmony, sustainable development
Production Technology: Leather, suiting fabric, velvet, and tulle, these four distinct materials contrast yet coexist in the design, symbolizing the multifaceted nature of femininity. In terms of tailoring, the broad shoulder silhouette creates a striking contrast with the cinched waistline, showcasing both female strength and graceful curves. Additionally, the high slit combined with tulle fabric strikes a perfect balance between confidence and mystery.
Design Challenge: The stiffness difference between tulle and other fabrics complicates seamless integration. To address this, the design opts for elastic lining as a transition, maintaining overall lightness while ensuring a natural combination of materials. A broad shoulder silhouette can emphasize strength but may reduce elegance. To balance this, it uses lightweight suiting fabric to mitigate visual bulk at the shoulders, paired with a cinched waistline to harmonize bold power with soft grace.
Research: This piece is for independent, confident, and multifaceted modern women, especially workplace elites and avant garde culture fans. To challenge traditional gender stereotypes that limit female representation, it uses modern design to portray unique femininity. Through this, it promotes public understanding of complex female identities, emphasizing that women are equally powerful. It also encourages women to define their own beauty and value, boldly expressing their authentic, diverse selves.
Inspiration: The design takes cues from the diversity of modern femininity. It blends the essence of modern minimalism and structuralism, highlighting the unique beauty found in the contrast and harmony between sharp lines and soft materials. Classic black, as the main color, conveys an upscale sense where strength meets grace. Further inspired by architecture and artists, it uses multidimensional mirroring to reflect that women can flexibly adapt to complex societies while maintaining their inner depth.
Project Duration: This project started in Los Angeles in October 2022 and was completed there by the end of December 2022.
Operation Flow: The design prioritizes the symbolic meaning of clothing and its role as a medium of self expression, aiming to highlight the unique charm and social standing of women. The asymmetric cuts break from traditional symmetrical patterns, boldly expressing defiance of societal norms. The tulle fabric at key body contours adds layers to the garment and creates dynamic visual flow. Drawing on the 1980s power suits, the broad shoulder silhouette reflects the authority and leadership of modern women.
Team Members: Xinyi Chen
Image Credits: Xinyi Chen