The 12 Course Banquet: Traditional Chinese Wedding Menus 十全十美中式婚宴菜單

Chinese culture values symbolism. On important occasions like the wedding banquet, the ingredients used are chosen with care, and each dish carries different meanings. A typical Chinese wedding banquet menu includes either ten or twelve dishes, symbolizing "full and perfection" or implying that the couple will have happiness throughout the twelve months of the year. For this special feature, we invited Rovey Chinese Catering and Private Dining, to demonstrate twelve classic Chinese wedding banquet courses and introduce the meaning behind each dish.

Design Dialogue, Art and FashionFête ChinoiseDecember 19, 2024art, chinese, chinesefashion, fashion, Fashion, cheongsam, celebration, WeddingsComment

An Enduring Elegance: Kwan Kwa Tradition 欣賞裙褂

For generations, the Cantonese people of Hong Kong have upheld a unique tradition – the wearing of the exquisite Kwan Kwa, a traditional bridal ensemble consisting of a jacket and long skirt, for weddings. While not exclusive to the region, this elegant attire has been meticulously preserved and distinctly developed in Hong Kong, rendering it a cultural icon that embodies the city's rich heritage.

Design Dialogue, Art and FashionFête ChinoiseNovember 21, 2024art, chinese, chinesefashion, fashion, Fashion, cheongsam, celebration, WeddingsComment

GUCCI re-imagines Qixi with Campaign Shot by Leslie Zhang in Shanghai

To celebrate Qixi Festival (the original Chinese Valentine’s Day) for 2021, Gucci has launched a unique collection named Gucci Les Pommes. We were inspired by the campaign art direction and imagery and are delighted to share and discuss all the details in their storytelling. Photographed by the incredible Leslie Zhang and directed by Zhuzi, the special dedicated campaign, named ‘How We Met’ features a group of characters including singer—member of WayV and SuperM—Lucas and supermodel Xiaowen Ju in Shanghai. The story centers around the gradual coming together of girls and boys in the iconic Chinese city.