Chet Lo’s Spring/Summer 2025 show at London Fashion Week marked a striking evolution for the brand, blending its signature spiked knitwear with a newfound elegance. Paying homage to Mai-Wah Cheung, a trailblazer in computer science and digital media, the collection explored the delicate balance between power and vulnerability. Titled “Mai’s Blossoms,” the collection reinterpreted Cheung’s professional wardrobe, introducing soft draping and fluidity to Chet Lo’s typically sharp designs, with each of the 31 looks serving as a tribute to her strength and adaptability.
Opening with sheer organza dresses featuring digital “glitch” patterns—a nod to Cheung’s technology career—the collection progressed with textured knitwear in black and blue, asymmetrical skirts, and translucent knee panels. Chet Lo’s iconic spikes were reimagined in softer, more structured forms, while cloaked mini dresses and manipulated pleated trousers added an experimental edge. The finale featured fruit-shaped glass beads, an homage to Cheung’s artistic journey, symbolizing her transition from corporate life to creativity.
The collection wove together Cheung’s evolution from corporate powerhouse to artist, with cobalt plaids in gauzy dresses and sleek charcoal gowns echoing the contrasts in her life. Refined woven techniques hinted at Chet Lo’s own maturation as a brand, moving towards a more demure, elegant aesthetic while still maintaining its punky, club-kid roots. These pieces signaled a desire to elevate the brand’s identity through a deeper narrative.
In a touching finale, the show celebrated transformation, honoring the women who inspire. Chet Lo’s Spring/Summer 2025 collection wasn’t just about spiked knitwear or bold statements—it was about finding strength in softness and reflecting the emotional journey of growth and change.
