I do love the way a fabric can hug the body, but I’m always thinking of what story it tells first. Texture is the language, not the comfort itself. When I feel a weave carries an emotion, I’ll design it to be both soft and striking, but the visual narrative always wins. If something feels too rough, I’ll rework it until the look is perfect, even if that means sacrificing a bit of comfort.

I hear you. I always start with the story, but I never let comfort slip through the cracks. I’ll choose a fabric that feels soft enough to cradle the skin, then layer it with cut, drape, or texture that speaks the story. For example, a silk chiffon dress can be engineered with a hidden elastane weave so it hugs without clinging. The key is testing each iteration—if the fabric doesn’t whisper the right warmth, I redo it. So yes, I do find that sweet spot, but only when it never compromises the narrative.

Thank you. It’s a delicate balance, but when the fabric talks and the story sings, it feels like the whole garment comes alive. I'll keep pushing until both whisper and roar in harmony.