Actually, designing clothes isn't difficult for Ye Qing; the challenge lies in the tight schedule. However, the tight schedule isn't too bad, as Ye Qing is indeed hardworking. But the reason Yang Zi is at odds with Ye Qing is because she's jealous of her.
Why the jealousy? Because Ye Qing has that kind of innate talent that God has bestowed upon him.
This can be seen from the fact that Ye Qingcai designed something that was impressive when he was a freshman at Nancheng University.
Whether Ye Qing is modest or not, it's fair to say that she has enviable talent in the design industry. So, if Chu Xun hadn't asked her to design menswear, Ye Qing wouldn't have felt so much pressure.
It's not that Ye Qing can't design menswear, but the key is that Ye Qing has always focused on womenswear and rarely ventures into menswear design.
Although there are relatively fewer styles of men's ready-to-wear and formal wear compared to women's clothing.
However, the less there is, the harder it is to make something stand out.
Men's formal attire is generally a suit jacket. For formal occasions, a suit jacket is usually worn, and for a more elaborate occasion, a tuxedo may be worn. These styles are fixed.
It's inherently difficult to be original.
Now, it's even more difficult to combine it with elements of traditional clothing, since a suit, by definition, is not a traditional Chinese garment.
A tuxedo is definitely not one either.
After Chu Xun finished stating his request, he noticed Ye Qing's hesitant expression and asked, "If you find it difficult, then forget it."
He stood up and was about to leave.
"You're leaving before we've even discussed anything?" Ye Qing was definitely not willing to give up, so she stopped the other party: "I'm not trying to make things difficult for you, I just want to know why you made such a request?"
Actually, Ye Qing's question wasn't unfounded; she had a purpose. She hoped to glean some insights from Chu Xun's answer, at least to know what he was thinking, so she could have a better strategy to respond.
Hearing Ye Qing's words, Chu Xun stopped rushing to leave and sat down again. He looked at Ye Qing and said, "You came to me wanting me to cooperate with you, so isn't it normal for me to make some requests?"
That's true.
Ye Qing wasn't disappointed when she didn't get any answers. After a moment of silence, she changed her approach and asked, "Why does it have to be men's clothing? I've always designed women's clothing."
"Since you've always designed women's clothing, would it be difficult for you to design women's clothing? I know you; your store mainly focuses on haute couture, mostly evening gowns. Adding Chinese elements to women's evening gowns isn't difficult for you, and it's not difficult even for foreign designers. In recent years, foreign designers have been experimenting in this area for our clients. Although they can't be said to be entirely based on our clothing elements, they have a certain feel to them. As someone who came back from abroad, you should know more about this than I do. Plus, you understand traditional clothing. Is designing women's clothing difficult for you?"
Is this a compliment to Ye Qing?
Ye Qing was naturally pleased, but remained composed: "Whether it's men's or women's clothing, it's not an easy thing to design something outstanding. As for women's clothing, there are just too many options, so it's also difficult to make something stand out."
"Yes, but I really want to see you design menswear."
Ye Qing couldn't help but sigh; this person was a bit stubborn.
"Is it difficult? If it is, you can refuse at all," Chu Xun said.
This brings us back to the initial topic. Ye Qing couldn't refuse, but he was trying to find another way to deflect the question.
After thinking for a moment and not being able to come up with a suitable solution, Ye Qing decided to be honest: "Su Zhe has probably already told you. I'm here to discuss the collaboration with Nancheng University to start a program. The time I've agreed with Nancheng University is next week, which means we'll officially begin discussing this matter. Starting from today, that's about three days. So, how about I work on the design you mentioned while I'm still negotiating with Nancheng University? Once the design is finished, we can discuss it further if you're satisfied..."
Before Ye Qing could finish speaking, Chu Xun interrupted her: "You really are more than just a designer; your negotiation skills are also excellent. If I agree to your proposal, you can go and talk to Nancheng University. Once you've finalized the cooperation with Nancheng University, if I disagree with your design and back out, that will be my problem. After all, you brought me along when you were negotiating with Nancheng University, which gives the impression that I condoned your actions. So, if I'm dissatisfied with your design and back out later, that will be a matter of my integrity."
Ye Qing did indeed have this intention, but he didn't expect Chu Xun to guess it.
“I only asked you to draw a design draft, not to make the finished garment. I don’t think this is a difficult task for a mature designer.” Chu Xun paused for a moment. “Not only is it not a difficult task, but I think it’s a basic skill, a basic skill that you should have. Your reputation in the design world is not small, and I think you should have the basic skills that match your reputation.”
Goodness, Ye Qing felt like he was facing a teacher.
To be honest, Ye Qing was this nervous when he was a student. After Chu Xun said that, if he really couldn't draw the design draft, then he would really be a fraud.
Regardless of whether Chu Xun's purpose in saying this was to provoke Ye Qing, the result was that Ye Qing was indeed provoked.
"Since you've put it that way, if I can't even draw a design draft, then I'm just a name without substance. This accusation is too serious for me." Ye Qing put away her faint smile: "I will definitely draw the design draft, but I hope Mr. Chu will keep his word."
"If I'm satisfied with your design, I'll definitely keep my word," Chu Xun nodded and said.
Ye Qing, who had already suppressed her smile, smiled slightly again, picked up the tea in front of her, and took a small sip. "Mr. Chu, don't you think your satisfactory conditions are a bit too subjective?"
Chu Xun was slightly taken aback, not expecting Ye Qing to say that. Before making such a request to Ye Qing, Chu Xun had not intended to deliberately make things difficult for him. He felt that if Ye Qing's manuscript was truly good, he would not go against his conscience and say it was bad.
But Ye Qing clearly didn't think so.
Chu Xun composed himself and asked Ye Qing, "So what do you think would be fair?"
Ye Qing put down his coffee cup: "Since we are going to cooperate with Nancheng University, it is natural for the people from Nancheng University to make the decision. Moreover, we are cooperating with the design department of Nancheng University, so it is only right for them to make the judgment. Mr. Chu, do you think this is acceptable?"
Chu Xun raised an eyebrow, his gaze towards Ye Qing now filled with interest, realizing that he might have underestimated this incredibly beautiful woman before him.
Chu Xun actually had a bad feeling: when he was faced with a pretty woman, he always felt that she was just a pretty face with no substance and nothing but empty looks.
However, the woman named Ye Qing in front of him was clearly not just a pretty face; she had outmaneuvered him.
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