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Inside an International Fashion Prize: London Fashion Week
As BoF China Prize winner Caroline Hu arrives in London for her on-schedule SS20 presentation, our behind-the-scenes documentary captures the exciting run-up to her show at the Serpentine Gallery.
Inside an International Fashion Prize: London Fashion Week
As BoF China Prize winner Caroline Hu arrives in London for her on-schedule SS20 presentation, our behind-the-scenes documentary captures the exciting run-up to her show at the Serpentine Gallery.
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Inside an International Fashion Prize: Haute Couture Week
In this episode of our behind-the-scenes documentary on the BoF China prize, our winner presents her collection at the Ritz during Paris’ iconic Haute Couture week — while facing visa issues and the world media.
Inside an International Fashion Prize: Haute Couture Week
In this episode of our behind-the-scenes documentary on the BoF China prize, our winner presents her collection at the Ritz during Paris’ iconic Haute Couture week — while facing visa issues and the world media.
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Inside an International Fashion Prize
Filmed over the course of a year in Shanghai, Paris and London, we capture the human stories behind competing in an international fashion prize, as we introduce six of China’s most promising emerging brands — each competing for a chance to win the BoF China Prize 2019 and $100,000 in prize money.
Inside an International Fashion Prize
Filmed over the course of a year in Shanghai, Paris and London, we capture the human stories behind competing in an international fashion prize, as we introduce six of China’s most promising emerging brands — each competing for a chance to win the BoF China Prize 2019 and $100,000 in prize money.
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At Caroline Hu, A Decadent Scene of Love and Decay
The BoF China Prize winner expanded her vocabulary beyond signature smocked textiles into extravagant gowns and wearable separates for a collection that will soon be ready for retail.
At Caroline Hu, A Decadent Scene of Love and Decay
The BoF China Prize winner expanded her vocabulary beyond signature smocked textiles into extravagant gowns and wearable separates for a collection that will soon be ready for retail.
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BoF China Prize | London Fashion Week
You are invited to attend London Fashion Week as BoF China Prize winner Caroline Hu debuts her Spring/Summer 2020 collection 'Impressions of Love.'
BoF China Prize | London Fashion Week
You are invited to attend London Fashion Week as BoF China Prize winner Caroline Hu debuts her Spring/Summer 2020 collection 'Impressions of Love.'
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At Yu Holdings, Building a Bridge of Businesses Between China and the West
Wendy Yu shares how she selects the companies she invests in as part of Yu Holdings’ strategy to capitalise on China’s ‘consumption upgrade’ and increasing international demand for Chinese design.
At Yu Holdings, Building a Bridge of Businesses Between China and the West
Wendy Yu shares how she selects the companies she invests in as part of Yu Holdings’ strategy to capitalise on China’s ‘consumption upgrade’ and increasing international demand for Chinese design.
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Celebrating BoF China Prize Winner Caroline Hu in Paris
The promising young designer, who won BoF’s inaugural prize in March, was fêted by industry insiders in the midst of Couture Week.
Celebrating BoF China Prize Winner Caroline Hu in Paris
The promising young designer, who won BoF’s inaugural prize in March, was fêted by industry insiders in the midst of Couture Week.
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Caroline Hu’s Winning Streak
A month after winning the inaugural BoF China Prize, Caroline Hu reveals how she plans to grow her emotionally charged couture label into a resilient business.
Caroline Hu’s Winning Streak
A month after winning the inaugural BoF China Prize, Caroline Hu reveals how she plans to grow her emotionally charged couture label into a resilient business.
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Caroline Hu Wins Inaugural $100,000 BoF China Prize
The New York-based Chinese fashion designer and self-described ‘daily couturier’ was praised by jury members for her outstanding artistry and entrepreneurial potential.
Caroline Hu Wins Inaugural $100,000 BoF China Prize
The New York-based Chinese fashion designer and self-described ‘daily couturier’ was praised by jury members for her outstanding artistry and entrepreneurial potential.
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Finalists Revealed for $100,000 BoF China Prize
Six designer finalists will compete next month during Shanghai Fashion Week, with the winner gaining a cash prize of $100,000, BoF community mentorship and a show at London Fashion Week in September.
Finalists Revealed for $100,000 BoF China Prize
Six designer finalists will compete next month during Shanghai Fashion Week, with the winner gaining a cash prize of $100,000, BoF community mentorship and a show at London Fashion Week in September.
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Victoria Beckham, Pierre-Yves Roussel and Edison Chen Join Jury for BoF China Prize
Chinese nationals with a ready-to-wear business will compete for the attention of jury members Pierre-Yves Roussel, Tim Blanks, Uma Wang and Victoria Beckham among others to win the first global fashion award dedicated to emerging Chinese design talent.
Victoria Beckham, Pierre-Yves Roussel and Edison Chen Join Jury for BoF China Prize
Chinese nationals with a ready-to-wear business will compete for the attention of jury members Pierre-Yves Roussel, Tim Blanks, Uma Wang and Victoria Beckham among others to win the first global fashion award dedicated to emerging Chinese design talent.
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