Leaving city chaos behind with sewing: Owner of Qipao workshop embraces life in suburban Shanghai.
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Strolling through her serene studio courtyard in Xiangdong Village, Pudong, east China's bustling Shanghai, Wang Ying gracefully tends to her thriving plants.Captured in a series of stunning Xinhua photographs, the friendly artisan showcases her creativity, crafting Qipao dresses that harmoniously blend traditional aesthetics with nature's inspiration found in her courtyard.
Among the enchanting images, Wang Ying weighs a Qipao dress adorned with intricate detailing, including handmade button fasteners fashioned after local flora and fauna.She introduces her work to an appreciative customer, proud of her intricate craftsmanship.
Wang Ying's vibrant studio echoes with the rhythmic hum of sewing machines and the lively chatter of her team. While her coworkers gather for a group photo in the heart of her courtyard oasis, the focused designer continues her work, her dedication evident in each stitch.
The photos reveal Wang Ying displaying Qipao dresses in various settings and periods, demonstrating her commitment to preserving the rich cultural heritage of China through her creations. In another image, she instructs a learner at her studio, sharing her passion and expertise with the next generation of fashion designers.
Though research does not provide specific information about a contemporary Wang Ying or her studio, it does reveal a different Wang Ying as a victim of the Cultural Revolution in China [2]. However, given the context of the Xinhua photographs, it is safe to assume that these images showcase a different, thriving Wang Ying and her suburban studio.
- Wang Ying's lifestyle seamlessly intertwines fashion and beauty, as evidenced by her Qipao dresses that are inspired by the flora and fauna found in her home-and-garden, her courtyard.
- The home-and-garden setting of Wang Ying's studio provides a serene backdrop for her fashion-and-beauty creations, offering an intriguing blend of traditional Chinese aesthetics and nature's inspiration.
