"By giving clothes multiple identities, we’re offering more than just a fashion item," Kuo Wei explained during his presentation at London Fashion Week in early September. "Our goal is to create designs that are stylish, functional, and adaptable, so they can evolve with the wearer through different occasions and stages of life, ultimately reducing the need for excess."
Kuo Wei’s Signature Series is more than a study of garment deconstruction and design—it’s an exploration of the designer’s mind. To understand the essence of the INF brand, we must first unravel the thoughts and inspirations that shape Kuo Wei’s creative vision. By delving into his life, Taiwanese aesthetic, and innovative approach to blending cultural influences, we gain insight into what makes INF unique. This season’s collection offers a rare opportunity to witness how Kuo Wei breaks down and reconstructs these diverse elements into wearable art.
A striking feature of this collection is the incorporation of Kuo Wei’s own brain MRI scans, reimagined as prints that adorn the garments. This surreal, yet deeply personal imagery not only adds a layer of meaning to the pieces but also echoes the brand’s signature approach to abstract deconstruction. It’s a fusion of art and science, using the designer’s literal brainwaves as a metaphor for his creative process.
Beyond the prints, the collection highlights INF’s commitment to sustainable fashion, a core value of Kuo Wei’s design philosophy. While recycling and upcycling have become popular strategies in the fashion industry, Kuo Wei is focused on preventing fashion waste before it occurs. This is where INF’s celebrated multi-wear designs come into play, and this season marks a new high point for the concept. Each piece is designed with versatility in mind—offering multiple ways to be worn, such as transforming a bag into a T-shirt or a skirt into pants. This multifunctionality not only extends the lifespan of each garment but also aligns with INF’s mission to minimize waste by encouraging long-term use.
INF’s philosophy of "drawing from culture, using fashion as the medium" is ever-present in this collection, blending influences from both Eastern and Western cultures. It’s a reflection of Kuo Wei’s belief that fashion is not just about creating beautiful clothing—it’s about offering a lifestyle and a cultural experience. By combining innovative design, cultural storytelling, and sustainability, Kuo Wei and INF continue to push the boundaries of what fashion can be, presenting a collection that is as thought-provoking as it is wearable. Check it in our store.
