Time for the second Q&A with one of the Audi
Star Creation finalists! If you’re not sure what this is, read my previous post
about the competition and about the Q&As which I’ll be posting with each of
the 12 finalists every Tuesday and Thursday. I promise you, there’s a lot of
talent to see here!!!
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| Jaslin Ong from Singapore |
Name of designer: Jaslin Ong (Singapore)
Age: 21
Name of Collection: Devastate(d)
Age: 21
Name of Collection: Devastate(d)
- What made you participate in the Audi Star Creation? How did you
hear about it?
I
heard about Audi Star Creation when Textile and Fashion Federation
representatives came to give a talk about it in campus last year. I took part
because it feels fresh and interesting, and I feel I have a shot at winning it.
And of course, the attractive prizes and experience if I stand a chance to win!
- What was the inspiration behind your collection?
My
collection, Devastate(d),
is inspired by the idea of someone deformed being forced to be a part of a
circus freak show simply to satisfy the curiosity of others, as well as
the torment they must feel. To illustrate this, I took apart and reconstructed
typical garments, inverting pockets, using oversized shapes and off-centre
stitching, and turning pants into shirts.
- What new ideas/approach do you think you bring to the fashion scene
in the region?
The idea of combining fashion and art to
create a more in-depth concept.
- Any Asian designers/labels that you like and look up to?
Rei Kawakubo of Comme des Garçons. I love the way she constructs the garments
and how she also focuses on other aspects of the business rather than just the
piece itself.
- What would you like to do if you win and who would be your target
audience (people in the region, age group, style, etc...)?
Hopefully,
I will be able to kick-start my career in the fashion industry through winning
the competition and eventually getting spotted by the fashion industry.
I
would like to see a career woman around the age of 25 to 40 wearing my designs,
someone who is individualistic and has a bold and daring personality. I think
local actress, Rui En, fits the bill, based on her personality, and what she
wore at the Channel 8 Star Awards and other appearances. One example will be
the pantsuits that she wore for star awards last year. However, I think the
main focal point is still on her personality.
