asia Archives - The China Temper

Close-Up: Androchine And The Limitlessness Of An Androgynous Gesture.

Elsbeth van ParidonNovember 29, 2018

A look at China's androgynous streetstyle throughout the centuries. Can any fashion trend actually be called a "trend"? Or are they sometimes simply actual "cultural staples"?... Read More

celebritychinaClose-Upsfashion1 Comment

NYFW Review: Yuna Yang Lines ‘Em Up And Takes Us To Church

Jessica LaiterSeptember 17, 2018

Yuna Yang, originally from Seoul Korea, is now a Manhattan based designer, inspired by colors, textures, narratives in fine art combined with her love for detail and unique Western perspective on Eastern aesthetics.... Read More

Asia Fashion At LargeNew York Fashion WeekStylingwomenswear0 Comments

A Close-Up Of The Plastics: China’s Emerging Influencers.

Jessica LaiterJuly 28, 2018

China's bold and beautiful kiddos who dream of livestreaming fame nowadays get in some regular facial "updates" to gain more likes and followers. Temper Magazine contributor Jessica Laiter goes beyond skin-deep and gets raw and real. Beauty as a currency... How deep does it run?... Read More

Close-Ups0 Comments

Temper Takes Five With… ROPI Studio: In Pursuit Of Calculated Asymmetry And Sculptured Geometry

Elsbeth van ParidonJune 15, 2018

“ 'WHITE' is a color. She is a natural enhancer. She will not restrict your thoughts. She is the ultimate irreplaceable." Designer Ping Rong of ROPI Studio... Read More

ArtdesignEducationTake Fivewomenswear0 Comments

In Red, We Trust: Atelier Rouge Pékin

Elsbeth van ParidonAugust 16, 2017

Inspired by the past, ARP aims to redefine Chinese fashion, stitching up a solid new Made In China label with a strong and unique identity. And a little provocative input to boot. ... Read More

androgynydesignmenswearwomenswear0 Comments

China’s Athleisure Wear: From Style To Political Statement.

Elsbeth van ParidonAugust 6, 2017

Thanks to their comfy fabrics and Subway lunch meets Haidilao hotpot dinner adjustable fit, the athleisure trend has sustained its momentum in China. Temper wonders... Is this hype a matter of style or politics?... Read More

chinaChina Fashion Findswomenswear0 Comments

Multiple Personalities Are In Order: A Close-Up Of Daisy Dai!

Elsbeth van ParidonJuly 20, 2017

From political fads to luxury fashions, the past five years have witnessed an across-the-board development of China's KOL, which obviously did not sneak past the eyes and ears of fashion's marketing mavens. Enter Daisy Dai.... Read More

Close-Ups0 Comments