Alwine Yu - Fachhochschule Bielefeld

Nomadic Home – Fachhochschule Bielefeld

The B.A. collection “Nomadic Home” is a culmination of hands-on practice, exploration, and creative evolution developed over the years. It represents more than just a graduate project, it reflects a personal and artistic journey. The collection inspired by movement and the adaptability of a nomadic lifestyle, combining functional elements of sportswear with the aesthetics of high end fashion. Mobility and elegance meet in an experimental yet thoughtfully considered design. Through precise detailing and carefully considered construction, a balance is created between function and style, a contemporary interpretation of mobility in fashion. At its core, the collection explores clothing‘s adaptability to change, movement, and personal needs. “Nomadic Home” approaches this theme through storytelling and translates it into a contemporary design language. It reflects the spirit of modern nomads, focusing on the symbolic meaning of travel and carrying one’s personal belongings.

I’m an undergraduate fashion designer based in Germany, blending avant-garde and high-fashion aesthetics with sportswear and casual wear. My work redefines classic silhouettes through bold craftsmanship and innovative design, pushing the boundaries between functionality and high fashion. I view fashion design as a whole, where adding accessories from head to toe transforms a single outfit into a bold, expressive look. With a hands-on approach, I explore cultural narratives, transforming concepts into striking, wearable stories.I aim to push the boundaries of menswear by blending high-fashion with experimental approaches and craftmenship to masculine forms and genderless expressions.

CREDITS Models: Ruben Santos Rafael Jesus Photography: Alwine Yu Design: Alwine Yu Art direction: Alwine Yu Ruben Santos