Mountainous Sporting Collection

Fashion design students' graduation fashion show showcases what they have learned throughout 2 years of study and presents their design collection to the audience. The collection I made for the fashion show was a sportswear collection called mountainous. I want to express my love of sport and nature through the sport collection. Combining the smocking and Chinese brush painting into the design can show the harmonious and calm atmosphere from the natural scenery. By combining the smocking and Chinese brush painting, the design can show the harmonious and calm atmosphere from the natural scenery. I am fortunate to have been selected as one of the 12 designers for this fashion show.

Through this fashion show, I have experienced the design process of a fashion collection, from inspiration to completion of the whole clothing. Also, I can handle all the difficulties and develop better time management to work under stress while keeping calm and effective.

Ms AU Cho Ying Sally
BA (Hons) Scheme in Fashion and Textile with Intimate Apparel specialism
School of Fashion and Textiles

Awards:

Grand Prize, PolyU Intimate Fashion Show 2020

Domain Expertise:

Fashion and Textile

Sally mentions her background as a graduate of PolyU Institute of Textile and Clothing in 2020. She pursued a program in BA (Hons) Scheme in Fashion and Textile with an Intimate Apparel specialism. This demonstrates her knowledge and experience in the field of fashion and textile education, specifically at PolyU.

Fashion Design

Sally expresses her passion for fashion design and mentions that she wanted to become a fashion designer since she was young. She also talks about the fashion show where she presents her collection, demonstrating her knowledge and experience in the domain of fashion design.

Chinese Brush Painting

Sally discusses incorporating Chinese brush painting into her sportswear collection, highlighting her exploration of this artistic technique within the context of fashion design.

Garment Construction and Sewing

Sally talks about the challenges she faced in constructing garments, including creative construction ideas and sewing problems. She mentions her efforts to improve her sewing skills and the need to control tension when working with stretchable fabrics, demonstrating her knowledge and experience in garment construction and sewing.

Lifelong Learning Excellence:

Critical Thinking and Problem-solving

Sally encountered various difficulties during the preparation of her collection, such as creative but challenging constructions and sewing problems. She developed problem-solving skills by seeking advice, thinking of alternative solutions, and adapting her designs to overcome these obstacles.
Sally improved her time management skills through this project. With multiple assessments and projects in her final year, she had to manage her time effectively to meet all the deadlines and complete her collection within the limited time frame.

Communication and Presentation Skills

Sally received support and advice from various individuals, including her teachers, Dr. Joanne Yip and Dr. Kristina Shang, and Miss Nico Pak. She collaborated with them, as well as the garment workshop staff, Suki, Rachel, and Michael, to solve technical problems and receive guidance on pattern-making and fitting alterations. Effective communication and collaboration were crucial in obtaining assistance and feedback.

Adaptability and Flexibility

Sally mentioned that her emotional intelligence increased during the project. When facing significant challenges and stress, she learned to seek relaxation and support from friends, balance work and relaxation, think positively, and believe in herself.

Inspiring Quotes:

Professional Competence
" Sewing problems are also one of the major obstacles I encountered in the show. I made an hole in the sleeve of the garment when I used the overedge machine in year one. Nowadays I am familiar with most of the sewing machines and able to finish a garment neatly."

Lifelong Learner
"When I encounter some problems which bother me a lot, I will hang out and chat with friends to relax. Don't forget to balance work and relaxation. And think positive! Believe in yourself. Be creative and explore more! Don’t be afraid of failure. Although there will be many obstacles during the journey, you have to trust yourself and keep trying."

Global Outlook
"I want to express my love of sport and nature through the sport collection. Combining the smocking and Chinese brush painting into the design can show the harmonious and calm atmosphere from the nature scenery."

Innovative Problem-solver
"When I create the collection, some of the constructions are very creative but it is difficult to make or impossible to make into a real garment. I try to think of different ways to create the first design I drew and ask some advice from the teachers and staff. If there are no other ways to make it, I will design a new one."

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