The Sole of a City: the Beijing Military Stomp and Shanghai’s Aristocat Pat
What actually makes up the soul of a Chinese mega metropolis? Temper says "shoes." Indeed, footwear. We’re talking the sole of a city.... Read More
China Urban Culture
The Temper Sampler: Sexyhand — Kittenish Misfits Who Seize The Day
From acoustic sonnets, psychedelic surf pop to rocking ska-punk jams, Liuzhou-based Sexyhand’s discography toys with a plethora of genres.... Read More
China’s New Youth: From Runway To Shamate and Feeling Emo
Disconnect. Temper tells -- well, "tries to tell" -- a palpable New Youth tale of chaos and moodiness. From inner-thoughts to outerwear. ... Read More
Beijing-Based SOURTOWER’s Music Is a Bittersweet Oasis
Bleached blonde, polka dots and quirky graphic tees, SOURTOWER’s fashion sense is like her music: another medium for self-realization.... Read More
China X The NFT Files: Memes in The Mirror
The NFT game is on and an ensuing wave of CryptoArt is blazing trails: a new, borderless art culture of the digital age.... Read More
Baby Boom Beijing: Underground Capital Club Culture
Baby Boom Beijing went from a small tattoo shop in the heart of Gulou Dajie to a collaborative club space hosting DJs from all over China... Read More
China Fashion, Urban Culture and Life at Large in The Middle Kingdom
Temper founder Elsbeth van Paridon and Ioana Gomoi of China Plus visited Beijing's 798 Art Zone to talk some China Fashion and Urban Culture.... Read More