Xinyi He - 2025 Festival d'Hyères Finalist - MFA Fashion Design and the Arts

Xinyi He, a 2024 MFA Fashion Design and the Arts graduate from Parsons Paris, was named a finalist in the 40th annual Festival d’Hyères. Congratulations! “Humans have long dreamed of flying, and although technology makes it possible, the fantasy of soaring freely like a butterfly remains a beautiful, unattainable wish. In I Can Fly, I imagine that freedom. Like the butterfly, my collection reflects the strength and grace of modern women as they navigate life’s changes. Central to my vision are the pioneering female pilots of the early 20th century, like Amelia Earhart, who embody bravery and independence. The collection explores the tactile dialogue between light fabric and leather, emphasizing both their structural and poetic potential. Through this interplay of materials, I create garments that expand into unconventional volumes and fluid movements. Each piece tells a story of freedom, movement, and the pursuit of new horizons, echoing the transformative journey of the butterfly and the women it represents.”