A Deconstructed Collection Reimagining the Iconic 101.

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:

· 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.

· 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.