The Afflux Man
Photos : Suzy
Australian Dion is founder of Afflux MCC, a boutique marketing agency that is partner for Stylites on PR-related projects in the hospitality and fashion sectors.
At Maison Boulud
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Here is Juli outside Maison Boulud on after the recent COS fashion show. The first COS store in Beijing will be opening at Parkview Green, one of the latest shopping malls in the city.
Givenchy Rottweiler
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Ah the Givenchy dogs resurface! This time the setting was the COS show at at Maison Boulud.
Men’s Leon Photo Shoot
I dropped by a photo shoot by Leon magazine focusing on men’s black tie & evening wear at Capital M, which has one of the best views of any Beijing restaurant. Leon, the original edition of which is from Japan, provides almost painstaking comprehensive advice on how to be a well-dressed gentleman.
At Capital M
Here are Allen Xie and his colleague Kieran Wang on the patio of Capital M.
Allen Xie is the founder of a Allen and Co., a super stylish bespoke business that offers suits only in Allen’s signature style, which is somewhat like Tom Ford – with wide lapels and super slim waists, but cut in such a way that flatters the Chinese physique. Allen also works with local producers to create unique fabrics like the blue one he is wearing.
The brand started in Shanghai and now Allen is opening his first workshop in Beijing, which will be headed up by Kieran.
The Shoemaker
This young design student teamed up with Triple-Major to create some very elaborate buxie that take off on tradition.
City Weekend has more on the highlights of Design Week.
A Real Dashilar Resident
“Real” only in the sense that she actually lives there now. This young lady who goes by the name Moon-D on Weibo is neither a typical nor a long-term resident of Dashilar. Only in Beijing for about two years, she moved into the historic neighborhood a few months ago, attracted by the central location, vert low rent (around USD 100 a month – though her place lacks a private bathroom and kitchen), and attractive environment. Part of a rock band, she describes herself as one of the few “artsy” people living in the area. She also says Design Week was probably the first hip, cultural event to take place there.
More from Dashilar
Photo: Suzy
Kenzo is a fashion editor and stylist.
Boys at Dashilar
Photos: Suzy
The fashionable men were out in force at Beijing Design Week.
A Band of Merrymakers
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At Dashilar, these three seem to embody the spirit of Beijing hipsterdom.
At Dashilar
Photos: Suzy
Dashilar has been an important place at several points in Beijing’s history. For most of the last decade, it has been mainly a tourist mecca with few redeeming qualities beyond the historic architecture and degree of density and walkability rarely found in Chinese cities. Now, Beijing Design Week is giving the area a new chance to be a bit more interesting. The weeklong-event has two major venues, the 751 former industrial complex near the art district at 798 and the alleyways around the Western end of Dashilar. Dashilar is by far the less predictable location. Former shops, small factories, workshops and other, now often charmingly dilapidated, are being used for a wide range of installations, exhibits and pop-up shops.
Above is one of the guests at the opening party for Dashilar, who appeared in Styliteshere.
This Afternoon: Head to Dashilar
Today (9/24) is filled with openings and parties related to Beijing Design Week. These events will center around the revitalized hutongs around Dashilar, nearby Qianmen (click “more” to see a map). The moment symbolizes China’s graduation from mere manufacturer to creator of original products. According to the Design Week Creative Director Aric Chen, the week will do far more than showcase designers and their work, but will also catalyse overall development of design for China and inspire a revitalization of neighborhoods within Beijing. More information on Design Week and Dashilar here.
One part of that might come in the form of the pop-up shops a number of local shops are opening in the Dashilar area. Beijing’s answer to Colette, Wuhao, will be opening its pop-up, called the Teahouse, from 2pm today.
At Bread & Butter
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I have always admired those who dress in real vintage almost from head to toe. Here, fashion designer Elysée Yang is in an Italian orginal she purchased last year.
Pattern Perfect
Everyday Beijing streetstyle is almost always about mixing patterns. This daring combination unites a colour-splashed sportcoat with leather pants and leopard loafers. Add a bow-tie and a large pattern shirt, this outfit is sure to garner attention.
At Bulgari
Sunny was at it again. For the opening of the Bulgari Jewelry show at Beijing’s National Museum, he had over 20 invitations to distribute amongst his friends. How is this guy so well connected?
Outside the National Museum
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I honestly thought this rather ’70s girl was Yao Chen, the movie actress.
Multi-Tasking Creator
Ding Xiaoyun is a graphic designer/illustrator/art director/artist who recently returned from studying in the UK.
Metal Clutch
This intern at a major fashion magazine had a very nice clutch.
Good Design
Wang Yue is a freelance interiors designer.