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Eight LGBTQIA+ Asian and Pacific Islander Designers and Brands That Pave the Way for Innovative Fashion

Eight LGBTQIA+ Asian and Pacific Islander Designers and Brands That Pave the Way for Innovative Fashion

Character Media by Character Media
Jun 14, 2024 2:00 pm EDT
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With Pride Month in full swing, let’s celebrate these API fashion labels and designers. (Photos courtesy of Shawna Wu and FANG. Graphic by Jeremiah Estrada.)

It’s undeniable that many LGBTQIA+ artists have pioneered the fashion industry. With the industry booming, these are Asian and Pacific Islander designers who constantly break the mold and brands that create new ways for people to express themselves through fashion.


1. Shawna Wu

The Singapore native, now New York City-based, designer Shawna Wu blends culture with craftsmanship in her garments and textiles. The Taiwanese artist is thoughtful about her choices, with intimacy and sustainability sewn into every detail of her work. These pieces include inclusive lingerie created to prioritize accessibility. Artists like Teyana Taylor, Summer Walker and Kylie Jenner have previously worn her designs. Lily-Rose Depp wore one of her dresses on “The Idol,” and Charli XCX wore one of her designs at the 2021 MTV VMAs.

    The textiles in Shawna Wu’s pieces bring out the boldness and intimacy within each user. (Photos courtesy of Shawna Wu.)

    2. Kini Zamora

    Whether you want to rep Hawaii in luxury or return home from the islands with a greater sense of style and culture, Kini Zamora will be at the top of your list. Designer Kiniokahokuloa Zamora leads his brand, Kini Zamora, with the hopes of creating an everlasting experience with his clients. He seeks to amplify this essence through thoughtful design, projects and pieces inspired by the island culture. Kini’s creative bouts have also led him to endeavors in reality TV and charitable causes in his community. He competed in season 13 of “Project Runway” and season 5 of “Project Runway All Stars.” His impact was made nationally and within Hawaii through his lokelani collection, where he donated the proceeds to those affected by the wildfires on Maui.

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