Since childhood, my teddy bear MINI and blanket KIKI have been more than just toys—they’ve been sources of comfort and constant companions through every stage of life. This collection is a tribute to that bond and an exploration of separation anxiety: the emotional attachment we form with familiar objects that provide security in times of uncertainty.
Yoyo Lin
Stitches Of Separation
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Project description
COLLECTION CONCEPT
My designs reflect the struggle of letting go through techniques like pulling, wrapping, and distortion. Inspired by Mini’s transformation from soft to worn, my textile work captures the passage of time, honouring her not as an object, but as a lifelong companion shaped by touch, memory, and time.
Rooted in my personal journey with Mini and Kiki, this collection challenges the belief that emotional attachment is childish or should be hidden. Instead, it celebrates the courage to embrace our feelings and to express love for the companions—and memories—that have shaped who we are.
COLLECTION LOOK BOOK
CONCEPT & RESEARCH
PROTOTYPING & MANUFACTURE
ILLUSTRATIONS
YOYO LIN GRADUATE COLLECTION AW 25/26
Photographer：Charlotte Cullen / Yoyo Lin Model： Ishbel Carson/ Mae Bao / Emily Trotter
Skills & Experience
- Dresser at Dior 2025 Resort Show 2024
- Live Industry Design Project with Lochcarron of Scotland and V&A Dundee 2024
- ROARINGWILD design and production internship 2023
- Starter Black Label Design and Product Management Trainee 2023
Yoyo Lin
Stitches Of Separation
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