Deconstructing Minds and Garments: Inside INF’s Groundbreaking Collection

This series transcended the mere deconstruction of garments and design concepts; it delved into the mind of designer Kuo Wei. What exactly shapes the INF brand? By exploring the depths of Kuo Wei’s thoughts, we gained insight into his Taiwanese aesthetic, life philosophy, and the creative ingenuity that arises from continually reshaping various cultural influences. How did Kuo Wei and INF break down and reconstruct diverse cultures into fashion pieces? This season’s collection provided us with a window into this transformative process.

In this collection, Kuo Wei’s brain MRI images were reimagined and transformed into prints on garments, creating a surreal yet meaningful vibe that echoed the brand’s abstract deconstruction approach. Beyond the striking prints, the collection also brought INF’s perspective on sustainable fashion to the forefront. While Kuo Wei acknowledged the value of recycling old clothes and upcycling, he was more interested in preventing fashion waste before it occurs. That’s why INF’s renowned multi-wear series reached new heights this season. Through innovative design, he offered single garments that could be worn in multiple ways, such as converting a bag into a T-shirt or transforming a skirt into pants.

“By giving clothes multiple identities, we’re offering more than just a fashion item. Besides being stylish and functional, we hope it can adapt to various occasions and accompany the wearer for a long time, thereby reducing fashion waste,” Kuo Wei explained. This season, INF continued to uphold its brand philosophy of “drawing from culture, using fashion as the medium” by incorporating elements from both Asian and Western cultures. “We’re not just selling a fashion item; we’re selling a lifestyle and culture.”