News & Insights Across Asia
As the Lunar New Year approaches, shoppers in Taiyuan are flocking to malls for modern takes on traditional Chinese attire, blending heritage with contemporary style for the Spring Festival celebrations.
Meng Xiaoxia, an arts graduate turned entrepreneur, leads a cultural revival in Shandong by pioneering the hanfu industry. Her dedication rekindles appreciation for traditional attire and Confucian values in modern society.
Alpacas are a vital part of Peru’s culture and economy, providing the wool for traditional garments like sweaters, gloves, hats, and the iconic ponchos that symbolize Peruvian heritage.
Designers from Yunnan’s Chuxiong Yi Autonomous Prefecture showcased stunning traditional clothing at Beijing’s Bell and Drum Towers, blending ancient Yi embroidery with modern fashion to amaze spectators.
At a small village workshop in Sichuan’s Miyi County, 31-year-old Lisu artisan Wei Caixiu is preserving her culture by teaching young people the art of making traditional Lisu clothing.
The mamianqun, or horse-face skirt, is making a stylish comeback among China’s youth, blending ancient elegance with modern trends and sparking a revival of traditional Chinese fashion.
The 2024 China Costume Festival in Hangzhou celebrates traditional Hanfu clothing, inviting visitors to experience the charm of Chinese culture at the China National Silk Museum.