For a humble monosyllable, the word home conjures up a wealth of associations. Home is the environment that shapes us, furnishes us with our values, our quirks, our taste. Above all, home is a safe place: the familiarity of our surroundings, the proximity of treasured possessions, the time-honoured preference for a certain corner. Together, these elements amount to a feeling of belonging. In Chinese tradition, Jia (meaning family and home) serves as a grounding reference, helping us find balance and connection. Home can be individual or collective — a network of loving bonds. ICICLE has been built on values that reflect those of Jia: care, respect, kindness. The garments, along with the Autumn/Winter 2025 editorials, are intended to impart a sense of comfort and peace. Perhaps the antidote to our present state of disconnection lies in quietly adding to one’s home: each new friend, memory, and place expanding our sense of belonging.