The digital illumination ceremony was attended by Miss Rosanna Law, Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism (centre); Prof. Wing-tak Wong, Deputy President and Provost of PolyU (6th from left); Prof. Christopher Chao, Senior Vice President (Research and Innovation) of PolyU (5th from right); Prof. Erin Cho, Dean of SFT (2nd from right); Prof. Zhang Ming, Director of RISports (3rd from left); Tyson Yoshi, Founder of Triplet (6th from right); as well as other officiating guests and sports brand representatives.
Miss Rosanna Law, Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism of the Government of the HKSAR, addressed the ceremony.
Five SFT alumni presented a fashion show that merged sports aesthetics with high-end fashion.
Skateboarding competitions and lessons hosted by the All Hong Kong Skateboarders Association on Day 2
The event concluded with dynamic performances by the Hong Kong Rope Skipping Club and dancers from ROSEMAESE and YouniverS.
SFT, PolyU's Department of Biomedical Engineering (BME) and Research Institute for Sports Science and Technology (RISports) jointly organised the “HONG KONG FASYNATES 2025: Fashion x Sports”, a large-scale fashion-sports extravaganza at the Central Square of Kai Tak Sports Park from 22 to 23 November. The two-day event transformed the City into a stage where fashion and creativity blend with the spirit of sports, showcasing Hong Kong’s dynamic landscape and leadership in two vital industries: fashion and sports.
HONG KONG FASYNATES represents a fusion of fashion, synergy with the suffix “-NATES”, emphasising how fashion creates synergy with other industries. Themed “Fashion x Sports”, the event has fostered collaboration among fashion and sportswear industry leaders, key brands and creative talents, building a dynamic ecosystem across different industries while energising the City with vibrant activities.
On the opening day (22 November), the “Move to Light” digital illumination show — created by world-renowned lighting designer and winner of the Outstanding PolyU Alumni Award 2021, Mr Tino Kwan — wowed the audience. The digital illumination ceremony was officiated by Miss Rosanna Law, Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) of the People’s Republic of China; Prof. Wing-tak Wong, Deputy President and Provost of PolyU; Prof. Christopher Chao, Senior Vice President (Research and Innovation) of PolyU; Prof. Erin Cho, Dean of SFT; Prof. Zhang Ming , Director of RISports; Miss Drew Lai, Commissioner for Cultural and Creative Industries of the Government of the HKSAR; Ms Wang Xin, former Olympic diving gold medalist and Sports Advisor of RISports; Dr Daniel Lee, Associate Director, Elite Training Science & Technology of the Hong Kong Sport Institute; Tyson Yoshi, Founder of Triplet; Mr Joe Wong, Director of Open Dialogue, as well as brand representatives from PUMA, Li-Ning, Saucony and xVESSEL, and a group of young local designers. As the guests simultaneously activated the digital illumination installation, the glowing lights symbolised Hong Kong’s growing prominence in fashion-tech integration and urban lifestyle design.
Speaking at the opening ceremony, Miss Rosanna Law remarked, "Sports is an integral part of daily life for many Hong Kong citizens, and sportswear has become a significant part of fashion culture. Walking down the street, it is easy to spot people dressed in sportswear — some in more traditional styles, some in more stylish designs. These outfits are not only comfortable and practical but also showcasing individual style and taste, making them the perfect example of the fusion of sports and fashion. In recent years, cross-genre collaborations between fashion and sports have increased, bringing in numerous refreshing designs. This kind of crossover aligns with the development initiatives the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau has been driving. We are committed to advancing the synergistic development of culture, sports, and tourism, leveraging Hong Kong’s role as an East-meets-West Centre for International Cultural Exchange, a centre for major international sports events, and an international tourism hub. The FASYNATES event exemplifies the possibilities for interdisciplinary and cross-genre collaboration, allowing us to explore the endless opportunities at the intersection of sports and fashion.”
Following the digital illumination ceremony, five young local SFT alumni - all finalists in the Hong Kong Young Fashion Designers’ Contest (YDC)'s FashionALLY graduates, presented a fashion show that merged sports aesthetics with high-end fashion. They are:
- Yoyo Chan (BA, 2022) for Saucony - road running & hiking X fashion
- Catherine Hui (BA, 2024) for Li-ning - running X fashion
- Einar Lai (BA, 2024) for Triplet - fitness & gym X fashion
- Murfi Lau (2015 graduate) for xVESSEL - street dance X fashion
- Wilson Yip (BA, 2015) for PUMA - car racing X fashion
These five collections reflected the synergy of movement and design, while also showcasing the versatility required to thrive at the intersection of casual-wear, streetwear and performance gear.
Special thanks to FashionALLY and Open Dialogue for curating a lineup of designers and global brands reinterpreting the future of urban sportswear.The evening concluded with the “Skate to Style” performance by the All Hong Kong Skateboarders Association (AHKSA), where talented skateboarders, performing in designs curated by Prof. Huang Tsai-chun, Assistant Professor of SFT, combined athletic skill and artistry to rousing applause.
On Day 2, the “HONG KONG FASYNATES Bazaar” transformed Central Square into a vibrant playground for fashion and sports enthusiasts. It featured 16 lifestyle and fashion brands across 11 booths hosted by various lifestyle and fashion brand and independent local labels, all contributing to a lively and inspiring marketplace atmosphere. Participating brands and labels included:
- 8FIVE2
- CASETiFY
- G-SHOCK
- Jeanswest
- New Era
- NEUTRAL SOCIETY
- NO IDENTITY
- PHANTACi
- SCENE by ICE FIRE
- TEAMJOINED
- xVESSEL
Other exciting activities included:
- PROFASHION Live Interviews - featured brand founders and company directors who discussed how design innovation and sustainability influence latest fashion and lifestyle trends
- Skateboarding competitions and lessons hosted by AHKSA
- Interactive Fashion Experience Workshops by MarcoProArtists Hair & Makeup Agency, A80 PARIS and FashionALLY - offered hands-on opportunities to explore urban sports, creative styling and beauty techniques
- CASETiFY and SFT offered limited-edition giveaways
- NEW ERA collaborated with students from SFT to showcase 10 uniquely designed caps based on NEW ERA’s iconic 59FIFTY silhouette
- TEAMJOINED, NO IDENTITY, G-SHOCK, xVESSEL, and SCENE by ICE FIRE launched their latest collections, injecting creative inspiration and a strong urban vibe into the atmosphere
- An exclusive heat-press customisation service offered by NEW ERA - allowed the public to experience the fun of personalising their own caps and expressing their individual style
The event concluded with dynamic performances by the Hong Kong Rope Skipping Club and dancers from ROSEMAESE and YouniverS, whose energetic rhythms and youthful vitality brought the event to a perfect close.
Through an engaging mix of runway showcases, live performances and interactive experiences, HONG KONG FASYNATES embodied the vitality, creativity and collaborative spirit of local fashion and sports industries. It also offered a new stage for designers, athletes and brands to explore how fashion captures movement and urban identity, reflecting Hong Kong’s spirit of innovation and energy, and redefining Hong Kong’s position as Asia’s creative capital.
