Lee x Feng Chen Wang
A Deconstructed Collection Reimagining the Iconic 101
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Lee Jeans announces an exclusive collaboration with acclaimed London-based Chinese designer Feng Chen Wang. This landmark collection honors the 101st anniversary of Lee’s iconic 101 series by re-envisioning its classic American cowboy silhouettes through Feng Chen Wang’s distinctive, deconstructed lens.
The partnership unites Lee’s most legendary archives with Feng Chen Wang’s signature approach, which blends traditional Chinese cultural motifs with contemporary streetwear and avant-garde tailoring. The collection represents a meaningful dialogue between Eastern and Western design philosophies, exploring the balance between structure and freedom.
Where Heritage Meets Avant-Garde
"This collection marks a century-plus-one for the legendary 101 series," said Feng Chen Wang. "We've reengineered these iconic silhouettes through a contemporary lens, using bamboo as our muse, interpreting its natural shape and resilience through unconventional cuts and washing techniques that honor both tradition and transformation."
Centered on the legacy of the Lee 101, the collaboration uses its iconic 101J Rider Jacket and 101 Jeans as a canvas for innovation. Feng Chen Wang’s design inspiration draws heavily from the symbolism of bamboo, representing strength and flexibility, mirror the evolving character of denim, shaped by time and wear.
Key design pillars of the collection include:
1. Architectural Deconstruction: Classic 101 silhouettes are re-examined through asymmetric seams, reinvented proportions while maintaining its archival details like cinch back and double leather patch.
2. Artisanal Techniques: Special treatments, including laser print and tie-dye, ensure distinctive and unique pieces.
Bamboo Inspiration: Expressed through varied leaf patterns, gradient dyeing in shades of blue that create organic visual effects
Anchored in innovation, the collection transforms Lee’s archival codes into silhouettes made for today. Its mood is contemporary and eased, blending expressive design with purposeful functionality.
Menswear highlights include two new takes on the iconic 101 jacket with unconventional seams, asymmetric fastenings and delicate bamboo leaf patterns. The lineup rounds out with denim shirts, tees and jeans in curated shades, building a cohesive and crafted wardrobe with a modern edge.
Womenswear introduces unique, handcrafted touches. Special techniques like artistic laser & powder printing and tie-dye create one-of-a-kind pieces. Key items include two deconstructed jackets with unexpected pockets placement, a slouchy, oversized jean for modern comfort and an asymmetric denim skirt with a delicate bamboo leaf print. These are paired with gradient T-shirts that echo the collection's bamboo inspired theme.
The Campaign: Wearable Art
The collection's versatility is further showcased by APAC brand ambassador NCT JAEMIN. Wearing key pieces from the collaboration, including the iconic 101J cowboy jacket featuring bamboo leaf patterns and the collection's signature deconstructed denim shirt – he demonstrates how these avant-garde designs translate into bold yet wearable style.
The 24th February, 2026 launch in China marks the beginning of the global rollout for the collaboration. This partnership reinforces Lee's leadership in denim innovation, demonstrating how classic American denim can evolve while honoring its rich heritage through profound creative dialogues.
Shop the collection now at selected retailers.
📍 Counter 2-03, 2/F, Citistore KOLOUR Tsuen Wan II, Tsuen Wan
📍 Shop 137, Level 1, MOKO, Mong Kok