Uma Wang Window

Since the launch of her namesake label, Chinese fashion designer Uma Wang has showcased collections all over the world at Milan, Paris, and London fashion weeks and has earned critical acclaim from industry insiders such as Franca Sozzani and Hung Huang.

Wang formerly studied textiles at China Textile University in Shanghai before moving to London to pursue a fashion design degree at Central Saint Martin’s.

Wang’s particular fusion of innovative draping and use of texture is what has set her in her own lane. Collections of earthy-toned dresses and separates are tailored in a voluminous fit, whilst shoes are worn-in and organic in appeal. Distressed elegance is what you can expect from Uma Wang and this season's collection is no different.

The Uma Wang Spring/Summer 2021 collection was inspired by Charles Baudelaire's "The Flowers of Evil".

Uma has traditionally traveled to nurture her creative process but the designer began wondering where this extended layover might take her which eventually led her to Baudelaire's words in "The Flowers of Evil". Uma describes Baudelaire as 'a a modern soul wearing ancient clothes'

Whilst her collection was typical of Uma Wang with her long, layered, worn, and with elaborate arrangements of pleats, folds, and tucks- the gestures that led to each silhouette were in sharper relief. Trailing panels offered versatility, obscuring or outlining the waist. Dresses arranged atop of each other looked unexpectedly regal, while a wide sepia suit in floral jacquard went from the lounge to louche with one thin ribbon belt.

The collection explores fragments of moments and memories; a survivor’s ship, a poker game, and a window to freedom. The collection manifests the same creative concepts, coffee dye, playing cards and fine stripes.

Uma Wang has always been poetic in nature. Every detail of her garments, fabrics, finishes, prints, and shapes become art pieces themselves that tell their own story. This collection takes a peek into the subconscious mind.

Shop the full collection here.