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Traditional Chinese Miao embroidery showcased in New York

(chinadaily.com.cn) Updated: 2016-09-19 16:49 Comments

Traditional Chinese Miao embroidery showcased in New York

Miao embroidery, originating from the remote mountains of Southwest China, is on display to showcase beauty of traditinal Chinese culture during New York Fashion Week. [Photo provided to China Daily]

The works exhibited include many examples of classical Miao formal costumes, accessories and jewelry, as well as ground-breaking new pieces created by international designers who combined the traditional handicrafts with contemporary design.

The week-long show is jointly organized by the China Soong Ching Ling Foundation (SCLF), the People's Government of Kaili city in Guizhou province, and the leading international fashion magazine Marie Claire.

"2016 Chinese Miao Embroidery Charity Exhibition is one of the most important activities to deepen cultural exchange between China and the United States," said Jing Dunquan, Vice-Chairman of the SCLF, while addressing a grand opening ceremony attended by hundreds of guests, celebrities and senior cultural officials from China and the United States.

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