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THREE’S COMPANY Fashion Hong Kong is returning to NYFW with a show at Industria on Friday, February 8. This year, the group is showing the work of three designers—Mountain Yam of 112 mountainyam, Yi Chan and Larry Cheung of Heaven Please+, and Annette Chan of Anveglosa. The Daily caught up with the talented group to chat about all things fashion. BY Aria Darcella
Mountain Yam
What first drew you to fashion? When I was in high school, I liked to draw clothes and make over authors’ photos in Chinese language books. I didn’t know my purpose or intention, but I enjoyed it. When I grew up, I learned that my uncle was a tailor and found cutting and sewing two-dimensional cloth into three-dimensional clothes was interesting work. Now, I love that my designs are not only transforming someone’s appearance and style, but also embracing their characters with confidence. Tell us a little more about your career. I have a master’s degree in fashion design from Institute of Textiles & Clothing, the Hong Kong Polytechnic University. I started my own company, MY Fashion International Limited, in 2015. Now I have two labels, a couture made-to-order line, MYam Atelier, and a ready-towear line, 112 mountainyam. What’s the concept behind your ready-to-wear brand? 112 mountainyam appreciates hardworking urban women and aims to create self-confidence for independent women with a stylish fashion collection. The brand uses Pantone color 112 to express a pursuit of vitality and the freedom and courage to explore the attitude of life. What advice would you give to fashion students about getting into the industry? Fashion is not just about being pretty; it is a business. Be prepared to work hard in this industry and stay creative! Are you on social media? Yes! Follow me on Instagram at @112mountainyam.
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Mountain Yam, 112 mountainyam
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