The Form of Power 服裝設計 by Xinyi Chen is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award 鐵獎 in 時裝、服飾及成衣設計 Competition Category.

鐵時裝· 2025

The Form of Power 服裝設計

by Xinyi Chen

Client: Xinyi Chen

A' Design Award 鐵獎 Winner in 時裝 Category

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The Design

About The Form of Power 服裝設計

在急速發展的社會中，女性氣質正轉變為一個更多元化的概念。這件服裝超越了對美的深層探索，大膽挑戰傳統性別規範。在更宏觀的層面上，它體現了一個包容、多元的女性身份價值體系，推動社會對複雜女性身份有更廣泛的理解，並鼓勵女性按照自己的方式去定義美。此外，它採用了再生皮革和環保絲絨，並計劃開發可生物降解的薄紗，在設計表達與環境責任之間取得平衡。

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award 鐵獎

The Form of Power 服裝設計是 A' Design Award 鐵獎得主，這是授予滿足人們對設計精良的創作所期待的專業與工業要求的優良設計的聲望認可。鐵獎得主展現出其創作者的高超技藝、高度專業化、專家級的理解力和創造能力。預計The Form of Power 服裝設計將成為一件備受推崇、令人欽佩且被珍愛的創作，既實用又創新。這件贏得 A' Design Award 鐵獎的設計整合了行業最佳實踐，並擁有與專業知識和才華相結合的稱職技術特性。The Form of Power 服裝設計因其嚴謹而受到尊重，旨在提供有助於讓世界變得更美好的生活品質改善。

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