Costume designed by Allan Qi. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

ALLAN

The brand is initiated by Allan Qi, a graduate from the Istituto Europeo di Desin (IED). He practiced and worked for premium Italian brands such as Moschino and Milano Unica Often seen adopting burnt-out print and synthetic fabric of mulberry silk and wool, his works demonstrates the fashion and confidence of a modern woman. In 2014, he obtained "the best customization award of China". In 2015, Allan Qi topped all other Chinese designers in Shanghai's famous VDS showroom.