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Punk Communist

Long black patent leather coat with asymmetrical studs detailing on the collar and lapel

Black patent leather coat with snaps, notched lapel, stud details, and flap welt pockets.

Black patent leather studded coat over leopard bikini apron dress

Three-quarter view of the coat

Back view of a black patent leather coat featuring two parallel rows of studs at the lower hem.

Two parallel rows of stud detailing at the lower back hem

Communist star buckle with black leather belt

Black patent leather studded coat with stainless-steel Communist star belt

Asymmetrical studs detailing on the notched collar and lapel and Communist star buckle belt details

Studs and belt details

Punk Communist is a fashion project born from my subcultural roots—growing up in communist China and later joining punk scenes. It explores the bold visuals shared by both worlds: uniforms, strong graphics, and rebellion. Through a Gen Z lens, I merge these ideologies to reflect on identity, authority, and the systems that shaped me.

Credits

Photographer: Yufei Ma
Model: Krysta Bonilla

Xiangyu Yang
Diamond Critics Award Winner

Xiangyu Yang

Chengdu, China

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