Urban Grace

The dress is black and made of soft pleated velvet. It has a curved neckline, thin straps, and a fitted top. The skirt flares out, giving it a structured and elegant look.

Black pleated velvet dress with boned bodice, flared skirt, and spaghetti straps.

The back shows thin straps crossing in an X shape. The top stays fitted, and the skirt keeps its flared shape. The open back adds a light, stylish touch.

Open back with X-straps, flared skirt, and clean finish with hidden closure.

This black three-piece set is made from cotton twill and features a fitted top, a cropped jacket, and a straight miniskirt. The jacket has a notch lapel, gathered armholes, and bold cutouts at the waist and sleeves. It buttons at the front and highlights the fitted silhouette beneath, combining tailored structure with striking open details.

Black three-piece set with cutout jacket, fitted top, and straight miniskirt.

From the side, the gathered armholes and sleeve cutouts are more defined, showing how the sleeves open along the arms. The cropped jacket curves around the body, creating a sculpted waistline. The clean lines of the miniskirt and the layered effect from the jacket and top give the look a modern, edgy finish.

Open sleeves and sculpted jacket shape add an edgy, layered look to the side view.

The back view shows a fitted miniskirt and a cropped jacket with long sleeves. A silver buckle detail cinches the waist at the back, adding shape. The open sleeve design and clean lines give it a bold, modern finish.

Back view with fitted miniskirt, long sleeves, and back buckle closure at the waist.

My project is inspired by the contrast between softness and strength. It combines flowing, delicate shapes with structured pieces and raw textures. The looks reflect a woman’s ability to be both graceful and powerful at once.

Xiurong Chen

New York

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