SANKUANZ AW 2014

From gaming culture to South Park, this Chinese label's influences are varied and always fun

Probably one of the most interesting brands on the Chinese fashion scene, SANKUANZ boasts a distinctive and playful approach to fashion that has gained a cult-like following in China—and abroad. Last year’s AW collection was showcased at the opening ceremony of the Commes des Garcons Trading Museum in Tokyo, and the latest collection created such a buzz at Shanghai Fashion week that people were selling …

Art Paris 2014: Chinese Talent

Four standout creators whose works question consumerism, women's position in society, authenticism and more

As France and China celebrate the 50th anniversary of their state relations, Art Paris 2014 (27-30 March at the Grand Palais) took the opportunity to shine the spotlight on the ever-evolving Chinese art scene. Around 90 artists were on show by ten galleries from Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong and 20 Western venues all offered the public a fascinating insight into what is happening right …

Studio Visit: Ai Weiwei

A conversation with the multi-talented man about the internet, activism and art

The upcoming exhibition (opening 3 April 2014 at Berlin’s Martin-Gropius-Bau) by the multi-talented and outspoken Ai Weiwei promises to be his biggest solo show yet. Spanning over 3,000 square meters in 18 rooms, a huge variety of the Chinese artist’s works will be on display, many of which have been especially created for the Martin-Gropius-Bau. The exhibition—whose pieces are yet to be revealed—is called “Evidence,” …