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Alina Raetsep Tells A Temperamental Tale Of Tribes, Traditions And Artisans

Elsbeth van ParidonApril 23, 2018

Artisanal skills... A gift passed on from parents to children, from teachers to pupils. Knowledge that survived generations, in some cases hundreds of years. Truly gripping and fascinating art.... Read More

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Close-Up: Knowledgeable And Sustainable Fashion Incubation With Vincent Djen

Elsbeth van ParidonFebruary 21, 2018

Sustainable fashion in China: Reality or Lala Land? Just like the rest of the world, China too is moving into the lands of more sustainable fashion. A rising number of Chinese brands are adopting organic cotton materials and natural dyeing techniques -- especially in the kidswear and home textile area.... Read More

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Piling On The Contemporary Design: URBAN FABRIC

Elsbeth van ParidonNovember 24, 2017

Currently, the growth of China's middle class means there is a larger demand for great design, ranging from furniture to architecture to fashion. High-profile design shows like Design Shanghai and Salone del Mobile Shanghai are becoming a mounting force in purveying unique and innovative designs from across Asia and beyond to the Chinese market. ... Read More

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