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Hengdi Wang

Hengdi Wang unveiled the SS26 demi-couture collection Exogenesis at UNLOCKED Shoreditch during London Fashion Week, transforming Studio 1 + 2 into a high-impact runway environment.

Exploring cosmic rebirth through the fusion of traditional embroidery, jacquard craftsmanship and algorithmic futurism, the show marked a defining moment for one of VOGUE Singapore’s 2025 breakout talents.

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A woman with red hair styled back, wearing vibrant, psychedelic patterned clothing with silver, spiky embellishments on her shoulder, striking a pose with her hands near her face, and bold blue eye makeup in a backstage or event setting.

The collection landed as a collision of precision and imagination. Intricate embroidery and engineered textures shifted under controlled lighting, turning the runway into a moving canvas. The scale of Studio 1 + 2 gave each silhouette space to command attention.

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‘Exogenesis’ explored cosmic rebirth through sculptural form and algorithmic detail. Traditional craft met futuristic design, elevated by a clean, architectural backdrop that allowed the garments to take centre stage.

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Backstage and front-of-house operated in sync. From jewellery collaboration with STIM Precious Metals to seamless production flow, the space adapted effortlessly to Fashion Week intensity — built for runway impact at scale.