The 10th China (Shenzhen) International Fashion Festival commenced on Saturday in Luohu, Shenzhen. Organized by the Shenzhen Fashion Designers Association and the China Textile and Apparel Education Society, the event celebrates a decade of fostering innovation and collaboration in the global fashion industry.
Under the theme "Grand Bay Area, Global Share," the festival emphasizes design and talent as key drivers of progress. It features a series of competitions, showcases, and forums designed to inspire innovation and bolster the new quality productive force of the modern fashion industry.
The opening ceremony brought together domestic and international fashion elites, including representatives from renowned brands, organizations, and academic institutions.
Chen Qianwen, vice chairperson of the Shenzhen Municipal Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, reflected on the festival’s journey over the past ten years. She emphasized its role as a vital platform for cross-border exchange and collaboration among global designers and brands. Chen also noted that the festival served as both a testament to Shenzhen’s cultural confidence and a platform to showcase its competitive edge in the international fashion arena.
A highlight of the opening ceremony was the finals of the 9th China International Fashion Design Innovation Contest. The competition creatively blended elements of traditional Chinese clothing with contemporary fashion aesthetics. The designs showcased the dynamic creativity of the new generation of fashion designers, demonstrating a perfect balance between tradition and modernity.