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LILYWEI TaoWuTianMian

Entrant: LILYWEI

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2026

Silver

CategoryFashion & Lifestyle
Class / SubcategoryClothing & Accessories
Footwear
Country / RegionChina

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Project description.

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Specifically designed for subtly ceremonial occasions, the shoe explores the possibility of coexistence between wedding-day elegance and daily wearability. It features a rounded toe, presenting a gentle yet structured aesthetic. At the same time, the graceful curve of the shoe body contrasts sharply with the straight line of the slender heel, creating a profile that holds power within elegance. In terms of material selection, the product employs low-saturation nude pink satin: the material possesses a natural pearlescent glow—understated, yet rich in depth. Moreover, the shoe draws inspiration from the knotting techniques applied to haute couture gowns, utilizing its own material to form a 3D knot at the golden ratio point of the vamp—serving as the visual focal point. This approach intentionally avoids external embellishments, not only eliminating durability concerns like accessory loosening or snagging but also allowing the ornamentation to blend seamlessly into the shoe body without disrupting its fluid silhouette. Additionally, the overall color palette and texture soften the cloying sweetness of traditional wedding footwear, embracing a gentle, sophisticated style. In this way, the shoe resonates with modern minimalist aesthetics while retaining sufficient formality for both weddings and semi-formal settings.

Project credits.

Haoran Xu

Design Director

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