Tale Of Finesse

Designer, Liu Chao has brought a revolution in couture wear with polished streak of contemporary art.

- Tejashee Kashyap

An admirer of art history and a modern couturier, Liu Chao has the perfect blend of Chinese and Parisian culture immersed in him. His love for both places does not go unnoticed as he tries to bridge the gap of ethnicity packed with strong creativity and flawless designs. He created his eponymous brand in 2016 that focuses on bringing a touch of modernism and contemporary finesse in the conventional couture looks. This young designer has his plate filled with empowering creative vision and admirable technical skills.

How does it feel to be a couturier, showcasing designs at the grand Paris Haute Couture?

Paris has the most talented designers and brands in the world which leads to the very intense competition here. It is the city of art and fashion hence, the professional evaluation standards are higher than in other countries. The pressure is always there.

Tell us about the techniques involved in couture dress-making.

In the haute couture making, there is no inherent rule. All the cuts are developed separately according to the design draft. A simple little black dress will take several days to make the plates and all of the lengths must be perfect. A piece of cloth can only be hand-sewn with feathers and embroidery. No computer can do this. We also need to co-operate with the Paris embroidery atelier, which makes the making process much more complicated.