2025 | Professional

MUSE Design Awards Gold Winner

My Wanderland : Women's Knitwear Collection

Entrant Company

JUNG MIN CHUN

Category

Fashion Design - New Category: Knitwear

Client's Name

J'en Knitwear

Country / Region

United States

Wanderland is an avant-garde fully fashioned knitwear collection that transforms the art of textile design into a sculptural exploration of fantasy and the unknown. It is a bold manifestation of my creative journey, born out of a deep curiosity about unseen entities and the body’s hidden, intuitive organic forms. In this collection, traditional knitwear is reimagined as a dynamic expression of wandering, otherworldly creatures, each piece echoing the mysterious allure of a realm that exists beyond the ordinary.

Drawing inspiration from both the natural world and the intricate inner landscapes of the imagination, each garment is meticulously hand-crafted using refined single bed knitting machine techniques. These innovative methods allow for intricate detailing and experimental forms, providing a platform where technical precision meets artistic experimentation. The process itself is both deliberate and spontaneous, mirroring the unpredictable evolution of natural forms and imbuing each piece with a sense of organic movement. A carefully curated palette of materials—including natural wool, silk, soft mohair, and shimmering metallic yarns, and creative application of colors —enhance the collection’s visual and tactile appeal. More than just garments, the pieces of Wanderland serve as wearable sculptures that invite viewers and wearers alike into a surreal, tactile exploration of a personal wonderland.

Credits

Designer
Jungmin Chun
Photographer
David Gannon
Model
Lucy Sanchez
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