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Fashion in Hong Kong and China is being transformed as designers gain creative clout, consumer tastes change and industry giants evolve. Read this page for news, views, interviews and analysis about all things fashion-related in Hong Kong and China.
Evening bags, purses, earrings, brooches and necklaces form part of Poly Auction’s ‘Nobel Handbags and Accessories’ sale on April 2
Ben Fu, the co-founder of fun and colourful shirt brand Emanate, reveals why the martial arts icon is his biggest inspiration.
Ben Fu, the co-founder of fun and colourful shirt brand Emanate, reveals why the martial arts icon is his biggest inspiration.
‘Like, where is this guy going?’ Laura Li thought the first time she met Hiro Kinoshita wearing animal-print pants. Today she pairs his T-shirts with Céline.
‘Like, where is this guy going?’ Laura Li thought the first time she met Hiro Kinoshita wearing animal-print pants. Today she pairs his T-shirts with Céline.
British-influenced Izzue made history at London Fashion Week as the first label from Hong Kong to host a solo show in the city. As Roots is to Canada, so Izzue wants to represent the city’s style with its creative looks.
British-influenced Izzue made history at London Fashion Week as the first label from Hong Kong to host a solo show in the city. As Roots is to Canada, so Izzue wants to represent the city’s style with its creative looks.
It is always digital first for this demographic, and traditional luxury, premium and lifestyle brands need to reconsider how to create engaging consumer experiences
It is always digital first for this demographic, and traditional luxury, premium and lifestyle brands need to reconsider how to create engaging consumer experiences
Instagram backlash over cover featuring Gigi Hadid, accused in China of racism over a 2017 video appearing to mock Buddha, leads magazine to take down its post on the social media site.
Instagram backlash over cover featuring Gigi Hadid, accused in China of racism over a 2017 video appearing to mock Buddha, leads magazine to take down its post on the social media site.
The former Asia-Pacific head of Ford Models Grace Han, 72, has spent decades in the industry. Lu Yan, Du Juan and Sui He are among the Chinese supermodels she has mentored.
The former Asia-Pacific head of Ford Models Grace Han, 72, has spent decades in the industry. Lu Yan, Du Juan and Sui He are among the Chinese supermodels she has mentored.
Last November the Italian label cancelled a major show in Shanghai after racist comments about the Chinese people from Stefano Gabbana surfaced on Instagram.
Last November the Italian label cancelled a major show in Shanghai after racist comments about the Chinese people from Stefano Gabbana surfaced on Instagram.
Spanish fashion house accused of ‘uglifying China’ by showing one of the country’s most successful models without make-up.
Spanish fashion house accused of ‘uglifying China’ by showing one of the country’s most successful models without make-up.
The new trend for women to treat themselves to necklaces and rings has changed the jewellery landscape in China
The new trend for women to treat themselves to necklaces and rings has changed the jewellery landscape in China
Model breaks silence over ‘racially insensitive’ commercial that showed her trying to eat pizza and pasta with chopsticks.
Model breaks silence over ‘racially insensitive’ commercial that showed her trying to eat pizza and pasta with chopsticks.
Tao Liang became interested in handbags while at university in the US. He has collaborated with brands, including Givenchy, Longchamp, Tod’s and Montblanc.
Tao Liang became interested in handbags while at university in the US. He has collaborated with brands, including Givenchy, Longchamp, Tod’s and Montblanc.
Hongkonger Tiffany Chan was unsure what to expect when she visited Morocco. When she found an artisan making embroidered sandals called babouches it sparked an idea for a business selling the handmade footwear.
Hongkonger Tiffany Chan was unsure what to expect when she visited Morocco. When she found an artisan making embroidered sandals called babouches it sparked an idea for a business selling the handmade footwear.
International fashion influencers hope to give plus-sized women a voice in China, where the pressure to be slim is relentless; co-founder of a US plus-size brand says positive trends there will be seen in Asia eventually.
International fashion influencers hope to give plus-sized women a voice in China, where the pressure to be slim is relentless; co-founder of a US plus-size brand says positive trends there will be seen in Asia eventually.
Laura Cheung, Hong Kong boutique owner and a fan of colours, prints and patterns — think Dries Van Noten, Etro, Giambattista Valli – threw out all her husband’s American khaki pants in favour of a sharper, more European silhouette.
Laura Cheung, Hong Kong boutique owner and a fan of colours, prints and patterns — think Dries Van Noten, Etro, Giambattista Valli – threw out all her husband’s American khaki pants in favour of a sharper, more European silhouette.
The exhibition features the artist’s creations which adopt the approach of a self-portrait
The exhibition features the artist’s creations which adopt the approach of a self-portrait
More luxury brands are jumping on the ‘no fur’ bandwagon, but fur supporters claim it has less environmental impact than faux fur
More luxury brands are jumping on the ‘no fur’ bandwagon, but fur supporters claim it has less environmental impact than faux fur
The pop-up store marks the reopening of the brand’s Pacific Place boutique
The pop-up store marks the reopening of the brand’s Pacific Place boutique
Hard-hitting documentary ‘The People’s Republic of Desire’ looks at the exploitative virtual world of YY.com, a Chinese site focused on live video streaming
Hard-hitting documentary ‘The People’s Republic of Desire’ looks at the exploitative virtual world of YY.com, a Chinese site focused on live video streaming
Sweater weather is over. From Balenciaga to Burberry, here are this season’s hottest coats to keep you as fashionable and toasty as the royals
Sweater weather is over. From Balenciaga to Burberry, here are this season’s hottest coats to keep you as fashionable and toasty as the royals
China’s answer to Hypebeast, Yoho!, has been a major influence on streetwear since 2005 when it began importing the culture. Now its founder suggests nation’s affluent, style-savvy millennials could shape streetwear’s next global wave.
China’s answer to Hypebeast, Yoho!, has been a major influence on streetwear since 2005 when it began importing the culture. Now its founder suggests nation’s affluent, style-savvy millennials could shape streetwear’s next global wave.
Victoria Tang, eldest daughter of the late Sir David Tang, who founded luxury lifestyle brand in Hong Kong, has been appointed the company's creative director
Victoria Tang, eldest daughter of the late Sir David Tang, who founded luxury lifestyle brand in Hong Kong, has been appointed the company's creative director
Garment made in Hong Kong by millennial brand Common Thread took off within months of company’s founding. The two friends behind the brand talk about their hope of reviving knitwear manufacturing in Hong Kong.
Garment made in Hong Kong by millennial brand Common Thread took off within months of company’s founding. The two friends behind the brand talk about their hope of reviving knitwear manufacturing in Hong Kong.
Cheeky clutches, a cashmere bomber jacket, and life-enhancing bracelets among our selection – along with G. O. D’s limited-edition Hello Kitty silk scarves.
Cheeky clutches, a cashmere bomber jacket, and life-enhancing bracelets among our selection – along with G. O. D’s limited-edition Hello Kitty silk scarves.
- Dolce & Gabbana’s overall brand health score was negative among Chinese consumers in about a week after its Shanghai fashion show was cancelled, according to YouGov.
- Dolce & Gabbana’s overall brand health score was negative among Chinese consumers in about a week after its Shanghai fashion show was cancelled, according to YouGov.
It was Jacqueline Au’s search for a wedding dress that inspired her to open her boutique; when she hit on a Giambattista Valli dress with a 40-yard train, it had to go into storage for a year. Her everyday style is simple: monochrome and heels.
It was Jacqueline Au’s search for a wedding dress that inspired her to open her boutique; when she hit on a Giambattista Valli dress with a 40-yard train, it had to go into storage for a year. Her everyday style is simple: monochrome and heels.
The gala exhibition features some of the finest watches and jewellery from famous brands around the globe
The gala exhibition features some of the finest watches and jewellery from famous brands around the globe
Seven rising stars of Melbourne’s design scene, as well as three Hong Kong-based brands, present a mix of ethical fashion, timeless luxury, men’s tailoring and wearable art
Seven rising stars of Melbourne’s design scene, as well as three Hong Kong-based brands, present a mix of ethical fashion, timeless luxury, men’s tailoring and wearable art
Need to take your bottle of cognac to a party this Christmas? Hennessy and Opening Ceremony have the perfect solution
Need to take your bottle of cognac to a party this Christmas? Hennessy and Opening Ceremony have the perfect solution
The destruction of D&G’s brand value in China is a lesson for foreign firms on marketing missteps, the power of social media, and crisis response in China.
The destruction of D&G’s brand value in China is a lesson for foreign firms on marketing missteps, the power of social media, and crisis response in China.