Nike and Chinese-born, London-based designer Feng Chen Wang have unveiled their first collaboration. It sees them break with conventions of apparel construction to reinterpret sportswear pieces as highly functional blends of different cultural and design elements, led by the collection’s anchor piece, the Transform Jacket, which is inspired by Wang’s mantra “to own less is to own more.” The jacket has detachable components that allow it to be altered in more than 30 ways, making it a central piece that can be worn in all facets of daily life. The unique design inspires people to live an eco-friendly and sustainable lifestyle, as the garments offer versatile styling options.
Other pieces include structured knits that go beyond performance – the crop top, bra and tights are all nods to the importance of wellness in Wang’s daily life. The designer incorporates craftsmanship into her signature constructed design, using innovative methods of technical art and personalization to create technical apparel with elements of traditional sportswear.
The Nike x Feng Chen Wang collection will be available globally on fengchenwang.com, SNKRS and select Nike retailers beginning Sept. 28.
