Drawing inspiration from Italian artist Bruno Munari’s Speak Italian: The Fine Art of the Gesture, with its frugally descriptive text and ample, elegant black-and-white photographs of hand-gestures, Justin Chew presents his own iteration of hand-gesture prints in his latest “REBOOT” collection.
The local designer has always been fascinated by urban street culture. In his latest collection, Justin Chew presents raw and unfinished detailing to symbolise the Italian hand signs. Working on customised denim and patched works, the collection uses statement back prints with hidden messages on over-sized silhouettes, inspired by the book. It is clear that street art is becoming a bigger part of this designer’s influence, and he has deliberately used incorrect grammar in design to signify a cheeky and rebellious side of him.
The REBOOT merchandise is available at the newly setup online store at www.jtnc.bigcartel.com. They’re currently offering free shipping within Malaysia. Last but not least, the collection is available at these selected brick & mortar stores: thisisappear (Bangsar, KL) & Boundlezz (Sungei Wang, KL).
