YISHAN YAO
CREATIVE BIO:
Yishan Yao is a Fashion designer based in Sydney, Australia. Born overseas in China, Yao has developed a deep obsession with science and ancient history related to her background, which has inspired her to incorporate philosophical stories into her designs. Yao has always favoured pattern-making complex silhouettes enjoying the challenges she faces when experimenting with 3D structural shapes. Her vision as a fashion designer is to create innovative and narrative-based designs that celebrate individuality and empower people to express their authentic selves. Yao’s design work has awarded her the Australian Woolmark Grant and position as a finalist for Fleece to Fashion.
Yishan Yao is a Fashion designer based in Sydney, Australia. Born overseas in China, Yao has developed a deep obsession with science and ancient history related to her background, which has inspired her to incorporate philosophical stories into her designs. Yao has always favoured pattern-making complex silhouettes enjoying the challenges she faces when experimenting with 3D structural shapes. Her vision as a fashion designer is to create innovative and narrative-based designs that celebrate individuality and empower people to express their authentic selves. Yao’s design work has awarded her the Australian Woolmark Grant and position as a finalist for Fleece to Fashion.
DESIGN STATEMENT:
Like its name, Reborn is a collection based on the ideology of being “brought back to life”. It captures the rebirth of life and history in a futuristic world. These principles are reflected throughout the collection, including the unique use of wool. The original textile developed with wool roving and yarn generates innovation and a fascinating tactile texture within the designs. Wool's versatile properties assist the collection’s mood through its high texture, drape and material performance. Based on the universal truth that doctors save lives, x-ray pictures and the rib bone structure have inspired the constant motif of circular lines and silhouettes in the collection and combined with historical reference to Chinese Minnan architecture, influenced by the culture’s roofs in the shape of the Chinese letter wind.
