There are countless ways to approach a fashion collection. Designers often draw inspiration from their personal beliefs, experiences, or even a part of themselves they wish to expose. However, sometimes, the most profound insights come from asking the right questions. For Spring/Summer 2025, designer A-Jane Chang does just that, prompting contemplation while offering her own unique perspective.
The title “Refraction” is a fitting choice. While it might not be immediately apparent, upon deeper reflection through the label’s philosophical lens, the collection beautifully balances the Yin and Yang of reality—a concept rooted in ancient Chinese philosophy that posits everything in the universe exists as complementary opposites. This balance is reflected in the designs’ visual language, with black and white dominating the colour palette and looks seamlessly complementing each other.
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A-Jane’s collection asks, “What is your perception of reality?” The answer is multifaceted. Reality, as presented here, is not fixed but distorted, manipulated, and refracted through various mediums. The dresses showcase a variety of silhouettes, the fabrics experiment with different shapes, and the cuts are sharp and boxy.
Art philosophy, with music and sound as inspiration, has always been at the core of A-Jane’s designs. In “Refraction,” the label transformed waves into light and a fashion collection into a thought-provoking piece, perfectly positioning themselves as a brand that is both intellectual and crafted.
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