Step aside, fast fashion—there’s a new (yet ancient!) trendsetter in town! 🧵 Yunjin brocade, China’s dazzling “cloud-like” silk textile with 1,600 years of history, is stealing the spotlight on global runways. From its roots in Nanjing to UNESCO recognition and Paris Fashion Week appearances, this craft is bridging centuries of artistry with modern haute couture. ✨
What happens when a fabric once worn by emperors gets a 21st-century makeover? 🤔 Dive into The Hype’s latest episode as experts Jian Mingwei (Nanjing Yunjin Brocade Museum) and Chen Cheng (master weaver) join hosts Li Yimei and Iegor Shyshov to unravel Yunjin’s secrets. Discover how artisans blend traditional looms—some as complex as early computers!—with bold designs fit for today’s fashion rebels. 🖤
📅 Mark your calendar: December 22, 16:00 Beijing Time. Let’s geek out over threads that literally weave history into every stitch! 🎥🌐
