Stealth Vèsta by Tan Kai, Chong Gang and Wang Yonggang

Stealth Vèsta by Tan Kai, Chong Gang and Wang Yonggang is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award de Bronze in Mòda Competition Category.

BronzeMòda· 2025

Stealth Vèsta

by Tan Kai, Chong Gang and Wang Yonggang

Client: Liuyong

A' Design Award de Bronze Winner in Mòda Category

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The Design

About Stealth Vèsta

Stealth es una vèsta de piuma que se pòt plegar en un coissin en forma de U. La part inferiora se plega cap amont per formar un supòrt de còl, e de bòclas son ajustadas per s'adaptar al còl. Una construccion amb separators de teissut manten la vestimenta leugièra e permet un netejatge aisit. Lo garnitura es de piuma d'auca de 700 de poder gonflant amb 90 per cent de contengut en piuma. Lo teissut extèrne es de fibra de bambó renovelabla, mentre que lo teissut intèrne es de fibra de grafèn. Las cosuras son fachas amb fial de nylon de nauta resisténcia e un pontatge de doble agulha. L'objectiu es d'ofrir de calor e un luòc de repaus pendent los viatges.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award de Bronze

Stealth Vèsta a ganhat la distincion A' Design Award de Bronze, una reconeissença plan prestigiosa acordada a de designs excellents que se destrian per la creativitat, l'engenh e la finessa. Los ganhaires del Bronze son d'artefactes largament abils e sorprenentament creatius que provan la vasta experiéncia, l'imaginacion e l'engenhositat de lors designers. S'espèra que Stealth Vèsta siá un objècte fòrça considerat, admirat e estimat, notablament professional e innovant. Aqueste design ganhaire de la distincion A' Design Award de Bronze integra las melhoras practicas de l'art, de la sciéncia, del design e de la tecnologia e es excellent per son atencion al detalh. Stealth Vèsta satisfa esplendidament los besonhs, toca los desirs, encanta los sentiments e interèssa la curiositat.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: The Stealth U Pillow Down Jacket represents a pioneering advancement in outerwear design, seamlessly integrating the insulative properties of a down jacket with the ergonomic comfort of a U-shaped pillow. This innovative garment challenges conventional designs by concealing its multifunctional nature within a streamlined silhouette, utilizing proprietary fabric-separator technology.
Dimensions & Packaging: Length: 1180mm
Chest: 1160mm
Sleeve: 540mm
Shoulder: 420mm
Filling: 90% white goose down
Down weight: 170g
Tags: down jacket, U-shaped pillow, face-lining separation, lightweight comfort, eco-friendly materials, graphene fiber, multifunctional design, travel rest, weather-resistant, efficient warmth retention
Production Technology: Production Technology and Materials
Face-Lining Separation: Facilitates easy cleaning and maintenance while maintaining lightness and comfort.
Filling Material: 700 fill power, 90% down content goose down ensures superior warmth.
Outer Fabric: Renewable bamboo fiber, environmentally friendly and offers excellent breathability and moisture absorption.
Inner Fabric: Graphene fiber provides health benefits such as antibacterial, anti-mite properties.
Seam Technology: High-strength nylon thread with double-needle stitching enhances durability.
Design Challenge: The toughest part of this design activity was balancing creativity with practical feasibility. Internally, we faced the challenge of innovating beyond traditional down jacket designs to achieve warmth while ensuring slimness and multifunctionality. From a societal perspective, the product had to be stylish and meet modern consumers' environmental expectations. External obstacles included compliance with laws, production technology limits, and information accessibility.
Research: We conducted a design study aimed at developing a product that combines the functions of a down jacket and a U-shaped pillow. Through market research, user interviews, and prototype testing, we gathered feedback from travelers. Using design software and 3D printing technology, we created prototypes that participants tested and provided suggestions for improvement. The results showed that this design is not only warm but can also easily transform into a comfortable U-shaped pillow. This highlights the importance of user experience and opens new market opportunities with an eco-friendly and practical product.
Inspiration: The Stealth U Pillow Down Jacket was inspired by the need for multifunctional, portable outerwear. We integrated a down jacket with a U-shaped pillow to provide warmth and comfort, addressing the bulkiness of traditional jackets. Our unique fabric-separator technology ensures lightweight, compact folding, and superior insulation. Advanced materials enhance performance and sustainability.
Project Duration: The project began in Shenzhen, China in December 2022, and concluded in Shenzhen, China in December 2023. It became available for sale on major e-commerce platforms and in offline stores starting in April 2024.
Operation Flow: This down jacket is designed for comfort and ease. Simply fold the jacket upward from the bottom to quickly transform it into a U-shaped pillow, perfect for resting during travels. Adjust the buckles to fit your neck size for personalized support. For the best experience, make sure to adjust the buckles correctly before use and follow care instructions when cleaning. This design excels because it offers warmth along with convenience for those who want to rest on the go.
Team Members: Tan Kai
Chong Gang
Wang Yonggang