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Yangkai Wang

Donghua University

I come from Shanghai, China. As a postgraduate student majoring in fashion design at Donghua University, I am an explorer of sustainable design. I am passionate about creativity and design, and I hope to use interesting ideas to make the world a better place.

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Pattern Puzzle: Stock Garment Upcycling

Category: Apparel

Competitions: Fashion Competition 2025

This project explores the upcycling of stock garments with minimal waste, focusing on innovative structural design. The garments are disassembled along the seams into individual pattern pieces, and the outer contour lines of these pieces are abstracted into different line features. These line features are then reorganized on the human body to create new garment structures and styles. This method not only preserves the original characteristics of stock garments but also gives them new life and function without generating additional waste. Through this sustainable redesign approach, the project aims to drive the fashion industry toward a greener transformation, reduce stock garment waste, and improve resource utilization efficiency.

In association with Arts Thread

Working with our partners at Arts Thread to develop lifelong learning and career opportunities for students of fashion and design. Our partnership provides the opportunity to compete on a world stage, participate in industry led workshops, set up an outstanding portfolio and gain access to the resources that will kickstart careers in fashion and design.