CHIH-YUN CHEN

Once-intimate friendships, shaped by time and filtered by fate, may not always continue side by side. The bonds between people—whether deep or fleeting—will ultimately be arranged by destiny itself. Letting go of attachment, I send the bluebird as a messenger of the heart, flying toward memories and moments of connection from the past—without the need for words, without the need to hold on.

This collection is grounded in classical coffee and grey tones, creating a calm, nostalgic atmosphere. I developed my own knit fabrics for this series, giving the garments a sense of warmth and softness. Through jacquard patterns inspired by tree shadows and checks, I evoke memories of school uniforms, reviving the texture of a more innocent era.

Silhouettes of bird feathers drift softly like shadows in the wind—symbolizing the state of mind of a traveler, briefly passing through. In ancient times, bluebirds were seen as messengers of longing and news. In the same spirit, this collection uses the bluebird as a symbol to carry reflections and blessings for past friendships and shared fates.

Incorporating traveler-style silhouettes and unique float-knit structures, the pieces express the lightness and uncertainty of wandering through life’s journey.

The overall design hovers between tenderness and detachment, telling a story of how the depth of connection guides each departure. Whatever the outcome, on our separate paths, we entrust our blessings to time, and wish each other peace and well-being.