Those of us living in China might have been spared the tumultuous drama that our US counterparts have experienced in 2017, but like always, the Middle Kingdom has had its own fair share of attention-grabbing headlines. From the boom of shared bikes to a presidential visit from The Donald, our team has put together a list of 2017’s most unforgettable viral stories, recounting major events that defined the worlds of sports, tech, arts, fashion and food. Here’s to another year of eclectic, weird and wonderful life in China, we wouldn’t have it any other way.
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Since 2014, fashion photographer Zhou Wengang has been documenting the styles of Chinese modernites on the streets of the nation’s major cities. Frequently seen outside of Fashion Week events in Shanghai, Beijing and Shenzhen sporting his red beanie and shooting some of the most well-dressed passersby with his DSLR camera, Zhou’s work has been featured in the Fashion Week coverage of news outlets like Sohu. Here, he tells That’s about the trends he noticed while attending this year’s fashion events, as well as his favorite city to shoot in.
How do you usually decide which
person to photograph?
It’s sometimes about the overall look,
or it could also be one piece of item
that catches my eye. Basically, he or
she has to stand out from the crowd.
What was your most memorable
experience while covering Fashion
Weeks?
When I was covering Shanghai Fashion
Week a few seasons ago, a car hit me
while I was chasing down someone
for a shot. Luckily, I walked away unscathed.
What do you like most about street
fashion photography?
I see it as a way to document the different
styles seen on the streets of
China. Many people who have never
been here have a misunderstanding
that the Chinese don’t really know
how to dress. I want my photographs
to prove them wrong.
What are some of the most noticeable
trends this year?
There are a lot of oversized silhouette dresses, coats, shirts and trousers on
the streets these days.
Have you noticed any differences
between how people dress in different
cities?
In general, I think Shanghainese are
more daring and high-energy in the
way they dress, while Shenzhen is
simpler, less flashy. Beijing, on the
other hand, is slightly more mature
and conservative, but I actually get the
best photos here. I think it’s because
there are many leading art institutions
in and around the city, so the people
here have an inborn sense of fashion,
as well as an understated charm that’s
quite unique.
Lastly, is there a special meaning
to the iconic red beanie that you
wear?
Red is my favorite color; it’s the color
of the Chinese flag and it’s also very
festive. I’ve become very attached to
my red beanie, and I’ve been wearing
it everyday for the last two years!
Follow Zhou Wengang’s work on his official WeChat account: wengangstreetsnap
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