Spotlight is a regular series where we feature a prominent person in the style scene. This month we speak with Tera Feng, fashion buyer and stylist.
Traveling around the world to attend different fashion shows has been part of Tera Feng’s life since 2013, when the Shanghai-based fashion buyer and stylist founded Kuan Concept Showroom, a jewelry concept showroom in Hong Kong. Always sharply dressed for every occasion, Feng tells us about her personal style and what items are hot and trendy this winter.
When did you fall in love with fashion?
When I was young, I used to practice Chinese
calligraphy and traditional painting with my
grandfather. It taught me how to appreciate
the beauty of art, and these memories helped
shape my style and fashion aesthetics.
What types of jewelry do you select for
your showroom?
I’m drawn to designers and labels that highlight
age-old craftsmanship – especially contemporary,
timeless pieces.
“Good design, regardless if it’s new or old, should be able to withstand the test of time”
Where can people find jewelry that
you procure on behalf of Kuan Concept
Showroom?
We’re collaborating with museums like
Shanghai’s Power Station of Art, as well as
lifestyle concept platforms such as ZUCZUGand iliangcang.com. In the future, we’d like to
find more designers who specialize in traditional
Chinese craftsmanship and turn their
work into wearable accessories that can also
double as modern art pieces.
Who’s your favorite Chinese designer?
Uma Wang. I really like the artistic approach
she takes with her design. It marries the subtlety
and elegance of the East very well, not to
mention her penchant for high quality Italian
fabric.
How would you describe your personal
style?
I like to mix and match. For example, I
often like putting Eastern and Western elements
or vintage and contemporary styles
together. I mostly buy clothes and accessories
at outlets and boutique stores and I
don’t usually go for things that are from the
newest collection this season – good design,
regardless if it’s new or old, should be
able to withstand the test of time. Jewelry
pieces are also an important part of my
look, and I think they’re a good indicator of
one’s taste.
Name one item that everyone should
have in the closet.
White sneakers. They’re super multifunctional;
you can wear them in many
casual occasions or even to parties or
fashion shows.
Is there anything that you will never
wear?
Miniskirts; I don’t think there’s a way to
wear them in an elegant way.
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