Designer Spotlight: XU ZHI Porcia AueMay 9, 201523 viewsFashion0 Comments23 views XU ZHI is an independent young brand. After gaining academic experience at Central Saint Martins, the founder and designer Xuzhi Chen worked in a number of emerging designers’ studios, including Craig Green and J.W. Anderson. In 2014, Xuzhi Chen established his London studio and has now launched his ready to wear collection. The A/W’15 collection consists of brightly coloured hues and textured fabrics, creating an eye-catching range that’s aesthetically pleasing. The A/W’15 collection consists of luscious layers and box-type pieces, from oversized jackets to chunky knitted accessories. Each article of clothing from the A/W’15 range is wearable, and at a first glance it looks like it only caters to those who are bold and daring. A second glance over, you notice neutral toned blouses, which are paired with outerwear pieces a shade darker to balance it out. Xu Zhi makes his collection materials by hand in his London studio. It’s evident that this designer is big on fabric play: twisted, braided and bonded yarns, as well as faux fur. Zhi knits silk string skeins into garments to make floaty cloud shapes, in keeping with his is feminine yet androgynous silhouettes. Porcia Aue Click here to visit XU ZHI’s website and to view the entire A/W’15 collection.
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