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Double Nature

Black tweed high-neck cropped jacket layered over a black bodysuit combining tweed, lace, and jersey fabrics, displayed on a neutral dress form.

I’m trying to represent the connection between human emotions and Chinese mythologies.

This is the back view of the outfit from photo 1: a black tweed high-neck cropped jacket layered over a black bodysuit combining tweed, lace, and jersey fabrics, displayed on a neutral dress form.

Black tweed high-neck cropped jacket over black tweed, lace, and jersey bodysuit.

A long black tweed notched-collar coat, belted at the waist, displayed on a neutral dress form.

This look represents one creature from Classic of Mountains and Seas, a book of Chinese mythology.

Back view of a long black tweed notched-collar coat, belted at the waist, displayed on a neutral dress form.

The mythical creature is a fox that has nine tails.

The full-length black tweed jacket worn open, displayed on a neutral dress form. Coat is open revealing the rest of the outfit: a black organza corset and fitted black flare pants.

When you walk in this coat the bottom will flare out and move as you move your legs.

Human emotions are complex and dual-sided, similar to the beasts in The Classic of Mountains and Seas. These creatures can be both benevolent and fierce, just as emotions change based on circumstances. Emotions are shaped by the environment, others’ actions, and personal experiences. The same event may evoke different feelings in different people. Similarly, the beasts in The Classic of Mountains and Seas show contrasting traits in different situations. This duality also exists in human nature and the natural world. Humans create civilizations but can also be greedy. Nature’s elements, like water and fire, sustain life yet cause destruction. The beasts in The Classic of Mountains and Seas symbolize these forces—some bring blessings, others disaster. Recognizing this dual nature helps us see the world more clearly and understand both human emotions and life’s complexities.

Shuhan Zhang

Shuhan Zhang

China

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