Graphic blue-and-white shirt beside a red printed look with a lace collar
Chu Suwannapha · Pitti Uomo 104, June 2023
Thailand / South Africa
Chu Suwannapha
- Eclectic prints
- Origami-like shapes
- Saturated color
Chu Suwannapha combines exuberant print with origami-like shapes at Chulaap. Born in Thailand and later established in South Africa, he also worked extensively as a magazine fashion director.
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Blue and white printed coat with striped trousers
CHULAAP Spring/Summer 2024 — Pitti Uomo 104
Bold blue brush-like motifs contrast with narrow stripes and layered accessories.
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Blue printed coat and pink patterned trousers
CHULAAP Spring/Summer 2024 — Pitti Uomo 104
Differently colored prints are layered into a long, relaxed silhouette.
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Purple coat and graphic leggings
CHULAAP Spring/Summer 2024 — Pitti Uomo 104
A neutral outer coat frames vivid graphics and striped legs.
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Orange and turquoise ensemble with a white collar
CHULAAP Spring/Summer 2024 — Pitti Uomo 104
A broad white lace collar connects a highly patterned jacket to flowing trousers.
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Printed white coat with a pink headpiece
CHULAAP Spring/Summer 2024 — Pitti Uomo 104
An enlarged hat and long printed coat build an expansive silhouette.
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1 collections represented · 1 pieceSelected work
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About Chu Suwannapha
His clothing draws on African patterns and South African streetwear, using florals, geometry and vivid color to animate familiar forms such as cardigans, ponchos and sweaters.
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Industrie Africa: Chulaap