"Sandy Liang's recent collections are characterized by a multitude of ruffles, ribbons, and bows, with a dress from her Fall 2026 show made entirely of bows. Her brand's logo is a bright-pink bow, and she has created various bow-themed products, including earrings, bags, and jackets."
"In 2023, social media dubbed Liang the leader of a 'great bow-pocalypse,' reflecting the overwhelming popularity of her designs. A headline in the Times questioned whether we had reached 'Peak Ribbon,' indicating the trend's significant cultural impact."
"The Frick's 'Ruffles & Ribbons' exhibition, organized by Yifu Liu, features trimmings in nearly every frame, enticing visitors with decadence while confronting them with the realities of imperialism and colonialism in fashion history."
Sandy Liang, a fashion designer known for her use of bows, ruffles, and ribbons, showcased her work at the Frick Collection's exhibition 'Ruffles & Ribbons.' The exhibition features fashion plates from the era of Marie Antoinette, highlighting the historical significance of such designs. Liang's brand, founded in 2014, has produced a variety of bow-themed products, including collaborations with Gap and Beats by Dre. The exhibition aims to juxtapose the allure of fashion with the underlying themes of imperialism and colonialism.
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