Editor’s Note
Chow Tai Fook’s new “Chinese Couture” high jewelry collection reimagines ancient Chinese attire through fine jewelry, with standout pieces like the frog button symbolizing connection and harmony.
Chinese jewelry brand Chow Tai Fook has unveiled its “Chinese Couture” high jewelry collection in Shanghai, using fine jewelry to reinterpret the rich legacy of millennia-old Chinese attire. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
Among the collection’s highlights are reinterpretations of the frog button, a classic element of Chinese garment. Beyond fastening clothing, the intricate closures symbolize connection, balance and harmony in Eastern philosophy. The designs distill this concept into contemporary jewelry by placing a gemstone at the center of two gold arcs, echoing the elegant structure of traditional garment fastenings. The result is a seamless blend of form and function, where craftsmanship itself becomes ornament.
During the exhibition, Chow Tai Fook also hosted a cross-disciplinary forum moderated by Catherine Yu, the brand’s general manager of high jewelry. Lieou was joined by photographer Feng Hai, architect Zhuang Ziyu, and fashion designer Chen Yayi for a discussion on craftsmanship, creative expression and the evolving language of Eastern aesthetics in contemporary design.