Interview with WALLACE (Fingercroxx)
Hey Wallace, thanks for taking the time to speak with us. Could you provide us with some insight into Fingercroxx?
At the start, Hong Kong’s biggest fashion conglomerate I.T. wanted to create an in-house brand. I had helped local multi-talented singer, DJ and actor Jan Lamb on his own label and eventually I.T saw my work and approached me with the idea of creating an in-house label. At the time I was overseeing other brands, traveling a lot. My inspirations of the US and Japan sort of formed the basis for FINGERCROXX. When somebody wants to get lucky, they cross their fingers hence the name.
How does your interaction and experience with Hong Kong affect your outlook and aesthetic?
With a local Chinese background, I do incorporate elements of Hong Kong into my design. But in reality, Hong Kong is ultimately diverse but still not very cultured. There are some non-reproducible cultures here that are unique to Hong Kong, so it’s always fun to find these cultural pockets. But I do like to tie-in a lot of inspirations derived from my travels as well.
Hong Kong is arguably a city heavily influenced by trend, how does this affect the design process?
For better or worse, trends drive our business and with Fingercroxx falling under a big company, often we have to forgo creativity for a certain commercial aspect to make sales. It can be good at times since products are constantly being churned out and released all the time.
What’s your favorite item?
Much like Eric, my favorite item is also the windbreaker. But unfortunately I.T had its reservations cause the piece was more expensive than Fingercroxx’s usual price points. However this collaborative platform gives us a chance to try it out and test our market.
Fingercroxx has been no stranger to collaborations in the past, which have been some of your most memorable previous collaborations?
Without a doubt the Fingercroxx x XLarge collabo was my favorite. XLarge has been a favorite of mine for awhile and it was similar to a dream come true. To further compliment the project we brought together a series of celebrities for a photo album to mark the collaboration.
Any last words Wallace?
I’d hope that more people pay attention the local creative scene. As it stands, Hong Kong as a whole should probably start being a little more united in their efforts to build a solid community. Japan’s culture as of late has seen a bit of a renaissance with people partnering up again… things that the local Hong Kong crowd can learn from. Work together, not against each other.
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