China Fashion Week: NE Tiger opens 20th edition with Silk-Road inspired collection

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It's show time for Chinese fashion designers as the China Fashion Week kicked off over the weekend at the Beijing Hotel's Golden Hall. Opening this year's event is one of China's fastest-growing fashion houses - N-E Tiger, with a collection inspired by the ancient Silk Road. Let's check it out.

A runway show transcending time and space.

NE Tiger's latest collection takes us along the ancient Silk Road by recreating the erosional Yardang landforms and Mogao Grottoes on the runway.

The collection features floor-length silk and chiffon gowns. The colors are red, cyan, and golden yellow, typical hues from the frescos in the grottoes.

Lotus patters and honeysuckle flower designs add an exotic feel to the creations. Exquisite embroideries and lace details highlight the couture craftsmanship behind the pieces.

And male fashion lovers were not forgotten, with the collection's menswear offerings also being showcased.

ZHANG ZHIFENG FOUNDER AND ARTISTIC DIRECTOR, NE TIGER "This collection is inspired by the Silk Road, especially by the elements in Dunhuang. It's a place where East meets West, a place where different religions gathers together, and where people communicate and exchange ideas. It develops an inclusive culture. And you can see these elements on my design."

China Fashion Week was established in 1997, and is held twice a year in Beijing.

As a regular participant in the event, Zhang Zhifeng says it has played a pivotal role in witnessing and developing the country's rapidly growing fashion scene over past 20 years.

ZHANG ZHIFENG FOUNDER AND ARTISTIC DIRECTOR, NE TIGER "China Fashion Week brings international concepts to local designers, and provides an irreplaceable platform for local designers, especially independent designers. And it has fostered a generation of designers who have made their name known to the world."

This year's Fashion Week features 89 runway shows and 3 professional contests. Brands by independent designers will be showcased in 751D Park, while more established brands will be on show at the Beijing Hotel.

There will also be fashion forums, and themed exhibitions. A series of commemorative events to mark the Fashion Week's 20th anniversary will also be held.

The closing and China Fashion Award ceremonies will take place on November 7th at the Beijing Hotel. CGTN.