Biography of chinese fashion illustrators

Wu Yao Photo: Courtesy of Wu Yao

Wu Yao's design for the game Jade Dynasty, which takes the world-famous Mogao Grottoes in Northwest China's Gansu Province as its theme.

Photo: Courtesy of Wu Yao

Since the beginning of the China chic fever roughly two years ago, Chinese elements have become increasingly popular among young illustrators and designers. From Chinese YouTuber Li Ziqi to the design of cosmetics to furniture, Chinese aesthetics can be found everywhere.

Wu Yao, a well-known Chinese illustrator and designer, told the Global Times in an exclusive interview that the emergence of China chic is in fitting with the times and provides ordinary consumers, both Chinese and foreign, with a channel and opportunity to learn about Chinese tradition.

Full of vitality

In 2018, Chinese sports brand Li-Ning made a stunning appearance at New York Fashion Week, which marked the start of its exploration into the world of fashion.

Over the following years, the brand not only attracted