Chapter 233 Yiwu (8)
"My name is Tian Xin!" Tian Xin stretched out her hand and shook Zhen Zhen's. "I was in a hurry at that time and didn't have time to talk to you more. We met by chance, and it's fate that we can sit together and discuss a common topic. But..."
She paused for a second, then smiled at Zhen Zhen: "I still want to ask, why do you want to help me design?"
"I'm sorry, this may be a bit abrupt," she explained, "but, precisely because we're not familiar with each other, I think it's better to be frank and honest about some issues! After all, the upcoming cooperation will involve the interests of many people. If there are any misunderstandings, it will be quite troublesome! What do you think?"
"Sister, it's not a good idea to start this off right away." Zhen Zhen flipped open the album next to her and pushed it towards the two of them. She smiled faintly and said, "These are some of my recent works. Take a look and see if they meet your expectations and requirements. If you think they're okay, we can move on. If not, there's no need for me to answer your question, sister!"
"Okay, that's straightforward! I like your personality!" Tian Xin smiled at the album and gave Zhen Zhen an admiring look.
The album was filled with sketches of designs. There were pencil sketches and rough drafts, as well as exquisite finished products. Tian Xin didn't know how to draw, so she could only get a rough idea from the pictures.
Most of the sketches are designs of classical costumes. In addition to the representative costumes of various dynasties, there are also some designs of theatrical costumes and crowns.
"I can see that you really like traditional clothing!" Tian Xin said, "It's really amazing that you can make classic styles from different dynasties!"
"Is there anyone that catches my sister's eye?"
Zhen Zhen asked this question cautiously, observing the expressions of the two people the whole time, and seemed very nervous.
Tian Xin did not answer immediately, but continued to carefully look through the design drafts in the album frame by frame.
She is thinking.
Zhen Zhen's designs incorporate most of the classic elements of ancient costumes. From a styling perspective, it's perfectly possible to create a Hanfu experience store like "Yan Yu Fu" with these pieces.
But that wasn't what she wanted. "Your drawings are all very good," she said. "Although I don't understand design or painting, I can see that you have a good understanding of the history of the evolution of ancient costumes."
Traditional clothing has been developed for thousands of years, and with each dynasty, there are new dress codes. These clothes are not just about dressing up, but also a reflection of the culture of that dynasty.
Your designs perfectly reflect this point!"
After Tian Xin finished speaking, she cast an admiring look at Zhen Zhen again.
This look gave Zhen Zhen confidence.
She was still nervous the second before, but she didn't expect Tian Xin to be so discerning and affirm her work.
"So, sister likes my work?"
"Of course! With this level, there's no reason not to like it!" Tian Xin said with a smile.
"So, which ones do you think are suitable for the finished product?"
Zhen Zhen flipped through the album busily, pointing to several high-end designs and asking, "How about these? Or these?"
"No hurry," Tian Xin patted Zhen Zhen's hand gently and said with a smile: "I haven't finished yet?"
"No... not finished..." Zhen Zhen was stunned, her expression instantly becoming a little unnatural: "Then... then please continue!"
"Don't be nervous, it's nothing. Actually, there's nothing wrong with your designs. They're even classic and elegant. If they were made into finished products, they'd be perfect for a runway show!"
"But? I know you're going to say but!"
"Oh, haha..." Tian Xin was amused by this: "Then let me tell you what I think!"
“In fact, the design concept I want to express is freedom, openness and enthusiasm.”
Tian Xin said: "Since ancient times, Chinese people have dressed conservatively, which is fine. But as history has progressed, we no longer need to cover ourselves up tightly. I want to make something for everyday wear, like this..."
As she spoke, she gestured for Lin Zhou to open the box and show Zhen Zhen the Hanfu inside.
"Is this a Song Dynasty-style chest-length skirt?"
"Yes! I changed it!" said Tian Xin.
"Without changing the characteristics of the clothing itself, the long skirt and pendant are discarded. Simplifying it makes it more convenient to wear!" Zhen Zhen exclaimed.
"So, you're planning on making this style?"
"Yes, I want to make a style that can be worn daily. That way, it won't be kept at the bottom of the closet!" said Tian Xin.
"But what is this? It's weird, would anyone like it?" Zhen Zhen asked.
Tian Xin didn't answer, but asked her: "Do you like it? This one of mine."
"It's okay! It looks pretty good!" Zhen Zhen said lightly.
After saying this, she fell silent, lowered her head and put away the album.
"Sister, if that's the case, let's stop here for now. I have something else to do, so I'll leave first. Please do as you please."
After saying that, she stood up, picked up the album, and stretched out her hand to Tian Xin: "When you come to Yiwu in the future, remember to come and play with me!"
"Why are you leaving?" Tian Xin was quick to stop her.
"Yeah!" Zhen Zhen nodded.
"Sister, since you have your own ideas, you can find someone to realize them for you." Zhen Zhen said, "This modification will indeed make it more convenient to wear! But I think tradition is tradition, and you can't change it with your own subjective ideas. Hanfu is all about culture and the history behind it! If you change it like this, what value does it have?"
"Whether it's valuable or not isn't something we say; it has to be proven in the market! This dress may not look impressive now, but believe it or not, if I wear it, I can make it popular in the market, into thousands of homes, and into every woman's wardrobe! This isn't sensationalism or exaggeration. I have the confidence and assurance to do it."
"I agree!" Zhen Zhen said: "You may be right, the value depends on the market. But..."
She paused and said, "I won't change my designs. I stick to my own philosophy. Sister, since we don't agree, let it go. It's worth the trip to meet a good friend like you today..."
"I didn't ask you to change it!" Tian Xin interrupted her with a smile and pushed her back to her seat.
"No change? What do you mean?"
"If you want to keep your designs, then keep them! But since you came to me, you must have other ideas, not just wanting me to turn these drafts into clothes!"
“…”
Zhen Zhen was stunned: "What do you mean?"
"It's very simple! What I mean is, you keep your originality, but I currently need someone like you to help me realize these ideas. So, in exchange, if there is anything you need me to do, just let me know. As long as I can do it, I will do it without hesitation!"
"Me?" Zhen Zhen pointed at herself, her eyes widening in shock: "Help you design?
"Yes, are you interested?"
"That……"
Zhen Zhen put down the album and became excited again: "Can I do it?"
"Let's see if it works." Tian Xin said, "But, let's just ask the same question again. You have to answer me first! I need to know if I can meet your requirements!"
“…”
Zhen Zhen hesitated for a while and sighed: "Well, it doesn't hurt to tell you!"
"It's actually very simple. I'm graduating soon! There's a design show at school. I want to have my work on stage, so..."
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