jing liang
fashion design
Fashion is about good energy. It’s about feelings.
That’s what I have to give the people, good energy and good feelings. Adriana Lima
Paeonia marries the full figured, creative professional with her desire for apparel with intricate details and flattering silhouettes to accentuate the feminine figure. Modesty and sophistication, Paeonia designs with sensible creativity for women with blossoming curves.
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rural aesthetics into new urban territories
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t n e m p lo e v de “Plus-size consumers know what they are. They are also as educated in fashion as any others.”
“Empathy - knowing who the plus-size consumer is, understanding their body, understanding their frustration, understanding their needs and desires.”
>freedom ,comfort ,durability, style
fit analysis Paeonia concentrates on modest fit that holds in the silhouette in a comfortable and flattering shape. Each garment is designed with careful consideration of the customer’s body in mind. Paeonia creates sensible designs without sacrificing style.
built in tummy tuck control in pants
double stitched reenforcement.
modest neckline conseal clevage
sinched in at the under bust to create comfortable a-line fit
back detail to promote a second glance
fitted back for waist shaping lengthened tops to cover bottom
porcelain antique rose sandy toupe cherrywood freehand
fabrics Fabrics were carefully chosen for its capability with the curvaceous figure – durability, breathability and comfort. Stretch is used on most fabric to give shape to the body without feeling constrained and exposed. Careful considerations are made to select fabrics that will provide comfort in most flattering design.
modern alice
spring.2011
P a e o n i a ’s spring 2011 collection melts the austerity lines of the 1940s onto a curvaceous silhouette by balancing sever angles with linear lines. The colours harmonize the masculinity of the structures with soft tints. With an invitation in hand and a step into the party, Paeonia welcomes you to seek out the modern alice in the metropolitan wonderland.
progress & development
70-60WSP
Ultra Suede shawl collar jacket
80-60WSP
Ultra Suede scoop collar coat
model: chauntelle walsh photographer: jing liang
160-50WSP
Double Knit short sleeve cardigan
161-50WSP
Double Knit shawl collar cardigan
10-62WSP
Freehand Print bishop sleeve top
10-61WSP
Stretch Satin back overlap top
11-61WSP
10-21WSP
Stretch Satin front yoke top
20-62WSP
Freehand Print front pleat tank
Summer Cotton contrast collar, cuff, placket long slv
10-21WSP
Summer Cotton contrast collar, cuff, placket top
21-50WSP
20-50WSP
Double Knit raglan vneck top
Double Knit Vneck 3/4 slv top
21-50WSP
Double Knit CB placket short slv
40-20WSP
Stretch Cotton open collar vest
41-20WSP
60-62WSP
Stretch Cotton CF button vest
Freehand Print slvless empire dress
60-21WSP
Summer Cotton open back flap dress
60-50WSP
Double Knit cap slv empire dress
120-62WSP
62-50WSP
Freehand Print high waisted pencil skirt
Double Knit sslv back flap dress
120-21WSP
Summer Cotton pleated aline skirt
120-21WSP
Summer Cotton side pckt capri
120-20WSP
Stretch Cotton fitted capri
121-20WSP
Stretch Cotton side pleat long pants
modern alice spring.2011
r e s u m e work history
Kwantlen Informational and Educational Technology. March 2010 - Present Contract for designing, pattering, grading and mass producing uniforms for Kwantlen IET department’s IT4BC Conference. Agoo Kids Apparel. March 2010 Contract work for technical flat illustration. Responsible for translating images and garments into factory ready technical flats. Gentle Fawn Clothing. July 2009 Contracted as a production manager assistant and worked mainly in quality check, measuring, and data entry. Gentle Fawn Clothing. January 2009 – March 2009 Interned at a local design house in which I assisted the design, marketing, graphic design and production department; worked on creating media packages, catalogues or look-books, photo shoots, promotional flyers, technical flats, spec packages, measuring and inventory. Curves Ladies Fitness. June 2006- September 2009. Served as a customer associate which trained my patience for variety of customers; established a potent bond with clients; frequently made sales presentations; worked as fitness technician who supervised clients through their workout.
education
Bachelor of Applied Design, Fashion Design & Technology Kwantlen Polytechnic University, Richmond BC, 2006- Present •Served as the 3rd year student representative with responsibilities ranging from compiling feedback and suggests for faculty to organizing special events •Maintained accumulative grade point average of 3.65
Relavant Courses Technical Fashion Drawing 2130 Computer Based Pattern Drafting 2240 Textile Design 3100 Volume Production 3120 Pattern Grading and CAD 3140 Product Development 3200
Fashion Industry Internship 3250 Line & Portfolio Development 4100 Apparel in the Global Economy 4150 Fashion Business Practices 4210 Advanced Drafting and Sewing 4220
achievement
Paralympic Design Contest Winner. February 2010 Co-designed with VANOC for paralympic 2010’s paralympic flag barrier uniform. Fashion Design and Technology Program Awards. Fall 2008 honorary award for students with leadership skills and academic achievement.
additional skills
•Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Office Applications, Gerber Accumark •8 years experience in custom reworks of historical costume which brings relations to current fashion •Trained artist eyes from extensive artistic background •Fluent in English, Cantonese and Mandarin
jing liang fashion design. illustration. photography byjing.design@gmail.com. www.byjing.com. 778 288 6828