7 Chinese fashion designers to check out on your next China trip

It seems like everyone has their eyes on China right now. From binge-worthy C-dramas and breathtaking landscapes to a drool-worthy food scene, the country has become one of the hottest destinations for travellers looking to immerse themselves in its rich culture. And beyond the viral hotpots, China’s thriving fashion scene is another reason to make room in your itinerary.

A new generation of Chinese designers aims to change the global perception of being “Made in China”. Blending traditional craftsmanship with contemporary designs, many of these homegrown labels fuse Eastern culture influences, like literature and traditional dressing, with Western silhouettes and tailoring to create collections that are luxurious and truly distinct. Many of these designers have also gained international recognition, appearing on red carpets, concert stages and runway shows around the world.

Whether you’re looking to invest in timeless wardrobe staples, vibrant statement pieces or emerging luxury labels before they become household names, these seven Chinese fashion designers deserve a spot on your shopping list the next time you’re in China. 

Yuhan Wang

Yuhan Wang is the namesake London-based womenswear brand established by designer Yuhan Wang in 2018. Her collections are dreamy and romantic, while exploring a modern interpretation of strength in Chinese femininity and softness and its intersection with Western culture having studied in Beijing, New York and graduating from the prestigious Central Saint Martins in London. Expect ruched dresses in dreamy pastel hues, cascading ruffles, delicate lace, luxurious silks and vintage-inspired floral prints. 

Her pieces are also a favourite among stylists for pop stars like members from Blackpink and Twice as well as Charli XCX and Billie Eilish. 

Available at stockists Lane Crawford and Labelhood in Shanghai, Hug in Chengdu and Darkmoss in Shen Zhen. 

For more information, visit their website here. 

Uma Wang

No one has an understanding of texture and tailoring quite like Shanghai-based Central Saint Martins graduate designer Uma Wang. The pieces in her eponymous label, which she launched in 2009, often fuse flowy, voluminous silhouettes with rugged textures and distressed edges in earthy colour palettes. It’s no surprise that she was the first Chinese designer to present at Milan Fashion Week, and her collections are repeatedly shown during Shanghai Fashion Week. 

If you’re in Shanghai, visit their Maison store which occupies an entire heritage building in the Fuxing Xili area, and is also stocked with other labels that complement Wang’s aesthetic, including french ceramics and candle brand Astier de Villatte, as well as eyewear brand Rigards.

Maison Shanghai store: No.299 Fuxing Xi Road, Xuhui District, Shanghai

Other standalone boutiques located in Nanjing, Beijing, Chengdu, Wuhan and more. 

For more information, visit their website here. 

Feng Chen Wang

Chinese designer Feng Chen Wang’s ethos on androgyny is the defining factor of her contemporary streetwear collections. The Royal College of Art graduate is a menswear designer, but designs independent of gender, rather how the clothes make someone feel. On her racks you’ll see expertly tailored and technically deconstructed garments, pieces that incorporate traditional Chinese dyeing techniques, collections rooted in Chinese philosophy and references to her heritage. 

Available at stockists like Galeries Lafayette, W-Wardrobe, HUG and SOLSOL across Shanghai, Beijing, Zhejiang, Sichuan, Shandong and more. 

Also available in Singapore, at Chamber (by Limited Edt), 435 Orchard Rd, #03-24 to 29 Wisma Atria, Singapore 238877

For more information, visit their website here. 

SHU/SHU TONG

If your wardrobe leans more feminine with a playful edge, make a beeline for SHUSHU/TONG when you’re in China. Founded in Shanghai in 2015 by designers Liushu Lei (Shushu) and Yutong Jiang (Tong), the womenswear label has built a cult following for its modern take on hyper-girlish dressing. Think lace, ruffles and oversized bows, with an avant-garde twist that feels both sweet and subversive. Expect babydoll dresses, voluminous puff sleeves, structured A-line skirts and oversized tailoring that balances romance with rebellion. The label has also collaborated with brands like Asics in 2025 and Charles & Keith for a capsule collection in 2022.

Visit their standalone stores: 

Shanghai: B1, No. 245 Madang Road, Huangpu District

Hangzhou: 2nd Floor, Block A, Hangzhou Tower, No. 21 Wulin Square, Gongshu District

Shenyang: 2nd Floor, Shenyang MixC, No. 288 Qingnian Avenue, Heping District

Also available in stockists like Lane Crawford and Labelhood in states like Shanghai and Beijing. 

For more information, visit their website here. 

RUOHAN

Womenswear label RUOHAN by designer Ruohan Nie is a treasure trove of timeless pieces. Founded in 2021, the brand is designed for the modern, sophisticated woman, with collections defined by fluid silhouettes and a refined palette of neutral hues. Sustainability sits at the heart of RUOHAN’s philosophy, reflected in her use of traditional Chinese silk-dyeing techniques and intricate textiles inspired by the natural world. Before launching her namesake label, the Parsons School of Design graduate worked at The Row, Melitta Baumeister and La Garçonne—influences that are evident in her elegant minimalism. 

Available at stockists Dong Liang, Blooms Select, Labelhood, Lane Crawford in states like Shanghai, Yunnan, Shen Zhen, Beijing and more. 

For more information, visit their website here. 

MASHAMA

Masha Ma’s namesake label is a masterclass in modern power dressing. Founded in 2008 by the Beijing-born designer after graduating from Central Saint Martins and notably assisting designer Alexander Mcqueen, Masha Ma’s collections are defined by an edgy, futuristic aesthetic, featuring strong-shouldered blazers, sculptural and deconstructed dresses, sci-fi-inspired graphics and utilitarian details that balance strength and sensuality.

Masha Ma’s flagship retail concept store, SPMA (Self Pride, Massive Attack) which carries the MASHAMA label alongside other curated women’s brands: 685 Julu Lu, Jing’an District, Shanghai

Standalone boutique store: 2nd Floor, Citic Pacific Plaza, Nanjing West Road, Shanghai.

For more information, visit their website here. 

Angel Chen 

You might recognise Chinese designer Angel Chen as one of the breakout stars of Netflix’s Next in Fashion in 2020—and for good reason. Based in Shanghai, her eponymous label is celebrated for its avant-garde aesthetic, blending traditional Eastern influences with contemporary Western streetwear. Expect vibrant colour palettes, bold graphic prints and dramatic, voluminous silhouettes that make a statement. It’s no surprise her designs have found fans among celebrities including Dylan Wang, Charli XCX, Fan Bingbing and Kris Wu. 

Available at stockists Lane Crawford, Labelhood, Dong Liang and Joyce across states like Shanghai, Beijing, and Chengdu and more. 

For more information, visit their website here.