SEAN SUEN explories the traditions and culture of the Yi People in the Daliang mountains through contemporary fashion.
The hustle and bustle of living in a modern city can be overwhelming, with endless external forces vying for our attention. It can feel like a small voice, lost in the din of tall buildings and concrete. In contrast, the vast and open land of the Daliang Mountains offers a sense of peace and simplicity that is hard to find in the city.
Inspired by this natural wonder, the SEAN SUEN 2023 Fall/Winter 2023 collection delves into the traditions and culture of the Yi people, an ethnic minority group who have long called the Daliang Mountains home. The myths and beliefs of this nation are woven into the fabric of the collection, which is full of respect for traditional oriental culture.
The collection features clothing such as the “Pizhan,” a piece of clothing traditionally worn by the Yi people to keep out the cold, and the “Tuta,” an ancient war knife that has been repurposed for contemporary fashion. The use of cold-proof fabrics such as leather and wool adds to the authenticity of the collection, while also providing a better wearing experience during the harsh winter months.
The color scheme of the collection is primarily black, with high saturated colors specific to the Yi people’s aesthetic traits. Accessories are inspired by the natural spirits of the Daliang Mountains, with engravings of the sun, moon, and stars, as well as flowers, birds, fish, and grass, and mountains, rivers, and trees. The Yi silver pectoral and collar ornaments are especially striking, with their silver bells clanging like the long ringing of the creatures that lead us to the true and final refuge of the soul.
Clothing is not just a practical necessity, but also a carrier of national culture and artistic aesthetics. The SEAN SUEN 2023 Fall/Winter 2023 collection hopes to inspire wearers to ponder upon the intrinsic quality of human being’s self-awareness through the lens of an ancient oriental culture, and to experience the most authentic beauty from all creatures.
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