Profile: CHIEN AN LEE – Real Leather Design Competitions

CHIEN AN LEE

Ling Tung University

My name is Jian-An Li, and I come from Taichung, Taiwan. As a Taurus, I tend to be calm, observant, and quietly persistent. I am naturally introverted and not someone who speaks a lot, but I strongly believe that silence does not mean a lack of ideas. Instead, I prefer to express my thoughts and emotions through creativity and visual language. I have always been drawn to street culture because of its honesty, freedom, and strong sense of identity. Streetwear, in particular, inspires me with the way it blends attitude, storytelling, and everyday life. For me, clothing is more than just something we wear—it is a powerful form of communication that allows people to show who they are without saying a word. My passion lies in the fashion industry, especially in fashion design. I am fascinated by how ideas can be transformed into garments that carry emotions, culture, and personality. I enjoy exploring new ways to express feelings through silhouettes, layering, and details, and I am constantly learning and experimenting to grow as a designer. In the future, I hope to continue developing my creative voice and share my perspective with the world through fashion.

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Loud/Unloud

Category: Accessories

Competitions: Taiwan Region

This leather design project is inspired by the artistic philosophy of British street artist Banksy. His works use simple and direct imagery combined with political metaphors, social satire, and dark humor to reveal overlooked social issues, turning visuals into a voice for the unheard. This collection translates that storytelling approach into the language of leather design. Through simplified symbols, strong visual contrasts, and ironic graphic elements, the project develops a contemporary social narrative. The core focus is on the working class and lower–middle socioeconomic groups who continue to live within unfair systems — the people often ignored yet essential to the functioning of modern cities. The heaviness, durability, and aging characteristics of leather symbolize labor and the weight of reality, while the ironic and negative tones in the graphics reflect inequality and pressure within social structures. Ultimately, this project aims to bridge fashion and social commentary, transforming leather goods into visual statements that speak for those whose voices are rarely heard.