How to tell a life story through clothing: Multimedia worker — Xu Yaobin (LAW Shao)
In the bustling streets of Hong Kong, some people pursue trends, while others are fond of classics. However, Hui Yiu-Bin (LAW Shao) chose a quieter path—wearing a white cotton and linen Tang suit with subtle stripes, the buttons were neatly fastened, and his temperament was reserved.
He was originally a law graduate from the University of Hong Kong, but turned to the world of media, using his voice and words to record life. His book, "It Turns Out That Hope Is Needed Where There Is No Hope," describes the pain and enlightenment he felt after his brother passed away due to schizophrenia, and his clothing style seems to subtly echo this reflection on life.
LAW Shao's chosen white Tang suit isn't the flamboyant kind of theatrical costume, but rather an understated cotton-linen fabric with subtle, barely-there patterns. Every button is neatly fastened, without any superfluous embellishments, yet it exudes an air of scholarly refinement.
In modern society, Tang suits are no longer everyday wear, but rather a kind of "self-reminder"—a reminder to slow down, to remember certain precious traditions, or a memory that cannot be easily let go.
Compared to a simple white shirt, a Tang suit carries an added cultural weight, as if wearing it necessitates a more dignified demeanor when facing the world.
📹 Want to hear LAW personally recount how he found peace amidst loss and hope? Don't miss his interview video .
LAW's style of dressing reminds me of a question: Do we wear clothes for others or for ourselves?
Some people chase the latest items, some stick to their own style, but LAW tells us with Tang suits that clothing can be a ritual, a commemoration, or even a way to heal oneself.
Fashion is not just about appearance, but also a reflection of one's inner self. What story does your outfit tell today? 💭
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