SHI-ZHAN LIN

An old-fashioned barbershop holds millions of emotions: the companionship among family members, the frustration of a bad haircut, the whispered rumours a barber overhears, murder cases in the gossip magazines… all unfolding within this unique space.
 This fading place, filled with intense memories, blends into a strange mixture of passion, murder, love, and hate.


Inspired by childhood memories and family bonds, this isn’t simply about getting a haircut—it’s a special moment. In such a setting, family members reveal sides of themselves rarely seen. In the barber’s chair, we share emotions and stories that are hard to express at home. Looking back as an adult, I realise this became a unique way for me and my family to connect — an intimate emotional exchange only we understand.

Design-wise, the overall silhouettes and materials draw heavily from the traditional Taiwanese barbershop as the main inspiration. Towelling fabric and striped textiles serve as the key visual elements, creating a nostalgic yet slightly eerie atmosphere.
 The prints are derived from the common newspaper advertisements found in barbershops, embedding the deep connections and conversations I share with my family into the details — an extension of emotional memory.