Marf Yau of Collar’s playful, Gen Z take on luxury fashion: 4 best looks

By wazup on September 13, 2023 Comments Closed / 82 views

Hong Kong girl group Collar formed under the management of MakerVille entertainment group. Photo: @collar.weare/Instagram

The King Maker stage has given rise to the city’s most popular boy and girl groups, Mirror and Collar. The bands have also catapulted some members to solo success. Among the most high-achieving, of course, is the first season’s Keung To who’s a member of Mirror.

Marf Yau is a member of Hong Kong girl group Collar. Photo: @_marifemarife_/Instagram

Girl group Collar is following in Mirror’s footsteps, with many of its members enjoying success in both music and on screen. One of the most recognisable faces from the group is Marf Yau, 21, who’s been wowing fans with her dance and vocal skills since day one of the competition.

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Most recently, Yau has dabbled in acting with a role in ViuTV’s romantic comedy Left on Read. Fans have praised her natural talent and her adorable performance as a high school student.

Yau joined Collar when it was officially formed at the end of season four of King Maker under the MakerVille entertainment group. With over 200,000 followers on Instagram, Yau has an edgy style that’s made her a fashion darling among luxury brands. Currently sporting a bright orange short bob, her hair, much like her style, has evolved quite a bit since she embarked on her King Maker journey.

Marf Yau won season four of King Maker together with the rest of her band, Collar. Photo: @_marifemarife_/Instagram

She debuted on King Maker dressed very much in the style of a typical Gen Zer – think crop tops, low-rise baggy jeans and chunky trainers. The former veterinary nurse stood out on stage with her long black hair and blond and black micro fringe, which made her instantly recognisable on stage among 100 other contestants.

Marf Yau has a distinctive sense of style. Photo: @_marifemarife_/Instagram

Her looks remained more or less reflective of Gen Z aesthetics throughout the competition, without much brand-name fashion. It wasn’t until Collar’s debut performance in 2022, where Yau and her bandmates dressed in head-to-toe Gucci, that the young talent began experimenting with luxury fashion.

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Since then, Yau has collaborated with the likes of Louis Vuitton and Fendi. She brings her youthful energy to these luxury houses, often opting for colourful pieces with playful designs.

Here are four of Yau’s best luxury fashion looks so far.

1. The North Face x Gucci – sexy and sporty

Marf Yau knows how to mix and match high fashion with streetwear. Photo: @_marifemarife_/Instagram

Last year, she paired Gucci’s monogrammed joggers with a crop top and complemented her beige ‘fit with a silver metallic shoulder bag by North Face.

2. Loewe x Spirited Away – cute and classy

Marf Yau rocking a Gen Z aesthetic while keeping it classy. Photo: @_marifemarife_/Instagram

She was also spotted with fellow bandmate Day Hui wearing Loewe’s Spirited Away capsule collection, where she paired a handbag printed with an illustration from the film with a plush oversized polo neck.

3. Celine – rocker chic

Marf Yau’s latest take on rocker chic. Photo: @_marifemarife_/Instagram

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More recently, she stepped out in Celine’s latest autumn/winter designs, showing off a look that’s more sophisticated and grown-up. The star paired a sequinned micro mini dress with tasselled knee-high boots.

4. Fool music video – colourful and kitschy

Marf Yau wearing a bright, textured ensemble in her music video Fool. Photo: @_marifemarife_/Instagram

Despite donning top designer brands these days, Yau hasn’t lost her vibrant, youthful edge. She and her band continue to break new ground while creating unique looks for their music videos and on stage.

In Yau’s most recent music video, the group is seen dressed in a rainbow of prints and patterns, bringing back her favourite crop top and baggy pants completed with a playful headpiece and sleeves.