HOOD BY AIR
2015.10 - 2016.9
Joining the label in 2015, Sho worked on FA16(co-ed) and SP17(womens and mens) season, as well as special projects in collaboration with Empire, Pieter Hugo, Gentle Monster, and custom outfit for Rihanna for W magazine.
Contributed in both creative and technical designs, worked closely with sample rooms and overseas factories on getting conceptual ideas fully realized for collections.
Process work for Rihanna W magazine look
Working with the design director, technicaldesigned and developed a custom piece.
High gloss coated nylon was selected for this piece, creating leather like look while adding technical feel.
Strap ties and button off details gave fluidity to the garment while material held angular shapes in intended places.
Technical drawings of styles designed under direction of creative director, as well as designs provided by in-house designers.
Garments were created by deconstructing and draping classic mens button up shirts and garment bags.
