I only want you to love me

Category: Apparel

I ONLY WANT YOU TO LOVE ME This collection was conceived in April 2020, during the lockdown when I found myself "stuck" at home with my family, contemplating my most pivotal work. In this confined space, I began to explore the complex web of family dynamics, the way they shape our lives and our inner selves. Family is not a choice; it can be distant and unyielding, or stiflingly controlling, or perhaps even too indifferent to offer the guidance we seek. My traditional Asian parents, who seldom express love and often exert control, had a profound impact on me. The feelings we have for our parents are tangled and layered. We strive to meet their expectations, but no matter how hard we try, we can never completely fit into their rigid framework. Like a character from a Fassbinder film, we find ourselves trapped in a role we didn't choose, constantly seeking approval we may never receive. My wish for everyone, myself included, is to meet our own expectations, to define our own journey, rather than bending to the will of others. As I crafted this collection, I took the time to stitch every line by hand. It was an act of reverence for the work itself and a nod to the craftsmanship and dedication of the generations who came before me. Each stitch represents a commitment to my own path and the legacy of creativity that inspires me. I envision expanding this collection by integrating vintage leather pieces with luxurious wool and mohair fur. This fusion will embrace the beauty of misplacement and deconstruction, creating a dynamic interplay of textures. Each piece will evoke a sense of artful chaos, where classic elements are reimagined in bold, unexpected ways.