From bespoke tailoring and haute couture to neo-Chinese styles and artisan craftsmanship, Shanghai designers are reimagining Eastern aesthetics for the contemporary wardrobe.

 

Salle de Lecture

大施裁缝铺

Housed in the former residence of writer Ding Ling (1904-86), Salle de Lecture draws inspiration from Suzhou's rich tradition of craftsmanship. The atelier combines heritage textiles with selected fabrics from China and abroad, transforming them through classic silhouettes and refined, understated design. Its made-to-measure pieces are popular with clients who prefer an elegant Chinese-inspired style.

Address: No 260 Danshui Road, Huangpu district

 

Guo Pei

郭培

Guo Pei was the first Chinese designer to be invited to the official schedule of Paris Haute Couture Week. Founded in 1997, her Roses Studio is among China's earliest fashion brands dedicated exclusively to haute couture. Craftsmanship lies at the heart of the label, with traditional techniques such as Suzhou embroidery, kesi silk weaving, and felt work combined with international couture standards.

Address: No 468 Waimalu Road, Huangpu district

 

Hongxiang Women's Wear

鸿翔女装

Founded in 1917, Hongxiang is one of China's earliest women's fashion brands. It continues to follow a front-shop, back-workshop model, with tailoring and production closely integrated. The brand is renowned for its three-dimensional cutting method, which takes into account body shape, fabric characteristics, and garment design to achieve a precise and elegant fit.

Address: No 131 North Shaanxi Road, Jing'an district

 

Lamuse Atelier

岚妙晞

Founded in 2020, Lamuse Atelier is a high-end custom brand focused on neo-Chinese styles. It blends Western tailoring with Chinese cultural references. Using quality natural fabrics and in-house production control, the label creates pieces that are polished, wearable, and visually distinctive.

Address: No 508 Jiashan Road, Xuhui district

 

Nancy Couture

NANCY孙

Founded by designer Sun Yao, Nancy Couture seeks to make modern Chinese-inspired accessible luxury eveningwear a more integral part of everyday life. Each garment is crafted entirely by hand and combines Western fashion elements with Eastern aesthetics. The label is known for elegant creations that balance sophistication with comfort and wearability.

Address: No 508 Jiashan Road, Xuhui district

 

Youren

右衽

Drawing on Eastern thought, contemporary global culture, and art, the brand reinterprets traditional Chinese elegance through a minimalist lens. Its designs often simplify complex forms and combine flat-pattern cutting with three-dimensional techniques, creating pieces that feel modern while retaining cultural depth.

Address: No 508 Jiashan Road, Xuhui district

 

MT567

上服品牌生活美学空间

MT567 is a 500-square-meter fashion and lifestyle space on Maotai Road. The first floor features wrinkle-resistant shirts and neo-Chinese style womenswear, while the second floor houses ADK1927, a bespoke area with roots dating back to 1927. The space includes items such as suits, jackets, and qipao, and offers made-to-measure services ranging from one-off pieces to small-batch custom orders.

Address: Building 1, No 567 Maotai Road, Changning district

 

HEMU

荷木

Founded in 2010 by designer Yang Fengrui, HEMU draws inspiration from China's rich cultural heritage and a philosophy of understated design. With sustainability and craftsmanship at its core, the brand incorporates materials such as Xiangyunsha silk, Li brocade, Miao embroidery, and Suzhou embroidery into contemporary designs. Its distinctive strength lies in translating traditional textile craftsmanship into everyday wear.

Address: No 78 Shaxia Road, Jiading district

 

Source: Shanghai Municipal Commission of Commerce