Polimoda; Italy

Ketty Lin

PROTEGGIMI

A two month internship in Shanghai where she watched women using umbrellas regardless of sun or rain, was the genesis for ‘Proteggimi’, Italian for protect me. Ketty also wanted to draw attention to sustainability, the environment and multi-functionality which is represented by including the umbrella in her designs. Umbrellas are multi-functional - they can be fashion accessories, provide shelter from rain and sun or become walking sticks. Umbrellas were incorporated with the classic shape of the trench coat by draping the fabric to create dynamic silhouettes.