This article appears in the pages of V124: Welcome to Generation V. Order your copy at shop.vmagazine.com.

“My artistic approach is very organic in nature; there’s never a specific plan or map for a piece. Rather I’m very present throughout the creation process in order to not censor [myself] and to just trust the inspiration.” -Lyle XOX

“For this story, I wanted to marry my world with that of the designer’s, using cast-off items from their ateliers to create the sculptures. Whatever resonated with me the most was worked into a patchwork of sorts.” -Lyle XOX

“It’s important that each creation had its own unique identity. I would work on a [headpiece] and then leave it alone for days. Each time I went back, it was with fresh eyes and new energy.” -Lyle XOX

“When I put on [a headpiece], I see ‘Lyle’ slowly drift away and ‘Lyle XOX’ emerge. [Witnessing this] feels otherworldly and imparts a high that is intoxicating for me.” -Lyle XOX