As usual, Chet Lo’s signature textures dominated the collection, with his iconic merino wool spikes, intricate woven pleating and plush knitted techniques creating 3-dimensional floral patterns through shape as opposed to print.
Lo’s Nineties style evening wear stole the show; with slinky open backs and square necklines in Lo’s signature pointed wool pouring into the runway.
Chet Lo’s collection successfully reclaimed the narrative of chinoiserie, turning age-old Western interpretations into powerful modern statements of Asian artistry.
While Chet Lo’s looks are quintessentially cool, his hooded knitwear, collared jumpers and floral printed ties leant into the preppy knitwear trends of the moment.
Alongside animal motifs, Lo took the cherry blossom’s floral formation and morphed them into clouds; blurring the boundaries between varying natural forms.
