A Breathe of Ink — Yuyang Cai

A Breathe of Ink

Pratt Institute
Drape and Construct I
Prof. Jacqueline A. Lamont

Designer: Yuyang Cai
Photographer: Abby Xu
Model: Cathy Chen

This dress is inspired by the fluid, graceful aesthetics of Chinese ink painting, employing a subtraction cutting technique to capture a sense of movement and elegance. The design aims to evoke the ethereal beauty and dynamic flow found in traditional ink art, with each fold and contour reflecting the brushstrokes’ spontaneity and depth. The result is a garment that embodies both delicate charm and artistic sophistication.

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