Matthews Asia: The 'Made In China' Mantra – Couture Chinois

The ‘Made In China’ Mantra – Couture Chinois by Patricia Huang by Matthews Asia

In China’s burgeoning world of fashion, there has been some buzz lately as local designers seek to replace the mantra of “Made in China” with “Designed in China.” Earlier this month in Beijing, models showcased new designs on the runway at the China Graduate Fashion Week show, where the five-day event drew an unprecedented number of participants from over 30 colleges and universities. Also unparalleled is the number of new breakout Chinese design stars who have been winning some acclaim, showcasing their collections in London, Paris and Milan.

Beijing-based fashion designer Guo Pei received widespread attention following last year’s Metropolitan Museum of Art Gala when...