Hmong Silver Heritage Skirt by Zehui Ni |
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| DESIGN NAME: Hmong Silver PRIMARY FUNCTION: Heritage Skirt INSPIRATION: A brilliant dance between two exquisite techniques in oriental history : mother of pearl inlays and Hmong silver craft serves as the foundation for this design. Imagine the very essence of the sea - the allure of its depths, the mysteries of its shimmering inhabitants - captured and rendered into tangible, breathtaking pieces for everyday wear. UNIQUE PROPERTIES / PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Popular in the Qing and Ming Dynasties, the Horse-Faced Mamian skirts are beloved for their symbolism. The stallion has long symbolized power, strength, and virility. Wearing a horse-faced skirt was a revering statement for sophistication and wealth. The Mamian skirts were worn by Empress Dowager Cixi in the Qing Dynasty and Princess Diana. Today, they are worn as a day to day garment in Asia and a symbol of cultural pride. OPERATION / FLOW / INTERACTION: The Hmong Silver Heritage Skirt is designed for modern wear, from casual to ceremonial. The intricate pearl inlay and silver craft details invite closer inspection and conversation, transforms into a canvas of cultural storytelling, weaving together the past and present in its elegant folds. PROJECT DURATION AND LOCATION: 12 Months, Changsha, China FITS BEST INTO CATEGORY: Fashion, Apparel and Garment Design |
PRODUCTION / REALIZATION TECHNOLOGY: This project is utilized through fabric and woven methods to resemble the pearl inlay technique using Hmong silver designs. SPECIFICATIONS / TECHNICAL PROPERTIES: Length: 103 cm Width: 45 cm Depth: 5 cm TAGS: Hmong Silver/ Oriental / Pearl Inlay / Mamian Skirt / Horse-faced Skirts RESEARCH ABSTRACT: Two exquisite techniques are used as inspiration for this design, pearl inlay and Hmong silver. Pearl Inlay is traditionally a furniture technique made from the iridescent inner lining of pearl oysters and abalone, this meticulous technique is both a testament to artisanal skill and nature’s splendor. The artistry of the Hmong silver knows no boundaries of time. Forged by the hands of skilled Hmong artisans, the Hmong silver work is a distinctive expression of intricate stories, myths, and aspirations, that speak of the Hmong connection to the land, ancestors, and future generations. CHALLENGE: There are myriad of stories hidden within its lustrous folds, these silver artifacts are passed down from generation to generation, linking the old with the new, the past with the future. Each intricate pattern is inspired by nature and the cosmos, a delicate dance of the earth and stars, intertwined with tales of love, resilience, and triumph. In its gleam, we honor the hands and hearts that have breathed life into this ageless tradition through the design. Finding a reflection of humanity's eternal quest for meaning, connection, and beauty. ADDED DATE: 2024-02-27 17:57:11 TEAM MEMBERS (1) : IMAGE CREDITS: Yuxi Li Zehui Ni |
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NAME: Jing Que PROFILE: Jing Que is a distinguished artisanal brand that prides itself on the meticulous craftsmanship and cultural heritage embedded in every Mamian Skirts it creates. Jing Que is a cultural ambassador, bringing the rich tapestry of Han and Qing Dynasty history into the wardrobes of modern women around the world. Our Mamian Skirts merge beauty of traditional attire with stories, craftsmanship, and cultural significance embedded within. We invite you to experience the elegance, tradition, and artisanal quality of Jing Que Mamian Skirts, where every pleat tells a story and every dress is a journey through oriental mystic history’s rich cultural landscape. |
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