Yunjin brocade is one of China's most celebrated traditional handicrafts. Closely associated with the city of Nanjing, it has a 1,600-year history. Yunjin literally means "cloud brocade," a name derived from its vivid colors and beauty which, it is said, only clouds can rival. Because of this, Yunjin brocade represents the pinnacle of Chinese silk-weaving art.

In recent years, Yunjin brocade, as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, has transformed into high-end fashion customization. Since 2015, it has often appeared on international haute couture stages and at Paris Fashion Week. When Yunjin, which carries China's long history and culture, meets the contemporary fashion style, what kind of sparks will it create?

In this episode of The Hype, we invite Jian Mingwei, the curator at Nanjing Yunjin Brocade Museum, and Chen Cheng, an inheritor of Yunjin brocade weaving technique, to engage in an in-depth discussion with CGTN's digital reporter Li Yimei and Iegor Shyshov, a multilingual host and international influencer. Together, they will discuss the history and uniqueness behind the development of Yunjin brocade and the modern adaptation of it. Tune in at 16:00 Beijing Time on December 22 and let's explore Yunjin brocade's timeless elegance together!