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Connexion

NFC chips are embedded inside of each collar droplet to introduce the inspiration of the garment.

Plated mohair basket-stitch dress with exaggerated sleeves and paillette droplet collar.

Plated mohair basket-stitch dress with exaggerated sleeves and paillette droplet hem. Droplet-shaped cushions at the hem reference Harry Smith’s Untitled Drawing, c. 1980, translating his layered, abstract forms into soft, sculptural details.

Plated mohair basket-stitch dress with exaggerated sleeves and paillette droplet hem.

Plated mohair basket-stitch dress with exaggerated sleeves and droplet scarf. The scarf in this look is a reimagined version of the original droplet neck piece, offering a softer, more wearable interpretation.

Plated mohair basket-stitch dress with exaggerated sleeves and droplet scarf.

Structured cut-outs in the pullover echo the architectural forms of church interiors, blending garment structure with sacred, inclusive references.

Blue, melange mohair, circle cut-out pullover worn over rib tank and ombre skirt.

Ribbed tank and ombre skirt paired with a reinterpreted neck piece. The versatile neck piece is styled as a vest in this look, showcasing its multifunctional design.

Ribbed tank and ombre skirt paired with a reinterpreted neck piece.

Connexion is a knitwear design project inspired by Harry Smith’s exploration of synesthesia. By blending senses, the collection breaks sensory boundaries—merging touch and sound into interactive garments. Connexion creates a playful, multi-sensory experience for the wearer, making fashion more immersive and expressive.

Credits

Photographer: Kasa Gu
Model: Krysta

Lingyu Li

Lingyu Li

Kunming, Yunnan, China

Knitwear

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