The London College of Fashion graduate Vera I.J. Lee’s Fragments of Matter delves into the gentrification in Taipei, as Lee explores how places are containers for culture while whole communities make space for new places. Combining modern-day pattern cutting shapes and textures with post-war architecture, her graduate collection draw attention to the grave societal issue while adding a healthy dose of humour to it with her quirky designs. We had the pleasure of speaking with the December Global Young Talent about culture, her unique approach and the what the future holds in light of her feature in the December issue of Harper’s Bazaar.
"I extract objects that carry history, which include a plastic chair, the texture of sheet metal construction, vendor canopies and plastic bags"
My favourite piece is the Chairsnstuff Scarf from the pre-collection part of Fragments of Matter. It was created without being tied up by the construction of clothes. In other words, I see the piece as the most original one. It represents my rebellion against society.