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A Captivating Journey into Timeless Elegance:
Uma Wang FW 24/25
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Uma Wang

Photographer

Line Brusegan

Writer

Yana Karnaukhova

Captivating the fashion world with her unparalleled talent and visionary designs, Uma Wang, has become a household name. With her studies at Dong Hua University in Shanghai and Central Saint Martins in London, Uma Wang has developed a unique understanding of fabrics, exquisite tailoring, and the art of blending sophistication with timeless aesthetics. Since establishing her personal brand in 2009, she has garnered international acclaim, solidifying her position as a true fashion visionary.

Uma Wang’s rise to prominence has been nothing short of extraordinary. In 2017, she became the first Chinese designer to grace the calendars of both Milan Fashion Week and Paris Fashion Week, solidifying her place among the industry’s elite. Her Fall-Winter 2024 collection, aptly named “Memorabilia,” transported the audience on a journey through the realm of cherished memories.

“Memorabilia” is a collection that delves into the quest for simplicity, drawing inspiration from the stream of memories that flow delicately through our minds. It is a celebration of reminiscences, paying homage to shapes, lines, and volumes that have left an indelible mark on our souls. The collection embraces an apparent severity, reminiscent of distant recollections that transcend both space and time. It is through this deliberate omission of intricate details that the essence of the outline remains, allowing the garments to speak volumes.

The fabric choices such as silk, tweed, sheep fur, mixed fabrics in Uma Wang’s collection testifies to her design skills. Their shaggy nature adds a touch of allure, exuding a strictness that simultaneously contains and liberates. It is through the meticulous selection of fabric that Uma Wang masterfully encapsulates the essence of memories, highlighting their strength and permanence.
The collection fall-winter 2024/2025 Paris was an awe-inspiring display of Uma Wang’s creative genius. Through her profound understanding of fabrics, exquisite tailoring, and the ability to seamlessly blend sophistication with timeless aesthetics, Uma Wang has once again left an indelible mark on the fashion industry. Uma Wang’s designs remind us of the intricate beauty found within simplicity, elevating fashion to an art form that captures the essence of our very existence.