Chapter 168 High Jewelry Series (please order!)
A few days later.
Through Principal An’s contact, Jiang Mumu successfully took Little John into the Chinese Umbrella History and Culture Museum, which was not yet open to the public.
China is the first country in the world to use umbrellas.
In the old dynasties, the umbrella was once a symbol of status, and it also showed majesty.
Before the Han Dynasty, umbrellas, an inconspicuous utensil, were only popular in the upper class. Whether it was a 'cover' on a carriage or an 'umbrella' made of bird feathers or silk, ordinary people could not afford it because of the cost. .
It wasn’t until the invention of paper that umbrellas gradually became popular.
With the development of the private economy and the wisdom of the working people, the craftsmanship of umbrellas began to evolve vigorously. In the process of slowly improving, the skilled craftsmen of China discovered that bamboo was cut into wooden strips to make umbrella ribs. On the surface of the umbrella paper Applying tung oil can provide the best rainproof effect and at the same time, the cost is not too expensive, so the oil-paper umbrella was born.
Neon was introduced during the Tang Dynasty, and became popular in the West during the Ming and Qing Dynasties.
The bamboo material of oil-paper umbrellas is very particular, and there are very high requirements for the variety and age of the bamboo. The size and thickness of the bamboo pieces vary greatly depending on the parts used.
The paper used for the umbrella cover is not just used casually. It is handmade tissue paper made from the bark of paper mulberry tree.
These handmade tissue papers will be cut into triangles, or painted by hand, or printed by etching, or colored and composed by lithographic printing. The seven fan-shaped surfaces form a complete umbrella surface, and not only the patterns must be spliced together It fits tightly and leaves enough space to open and install the umbrella head.
An oil-paper umbrella is assembled manually from the umbrella head to the umbrella pole.
The needle for threading the cotton thread is delicately threaded on and off from the 7 parts of the umbrella paper, usually after 2800 stitches, it is completed.
The larger ones require more than 3,000 stitches
"Oh my god, your ancient Chinese umbrellas are so complicated to make."
Looking attentively and carefully, little John listened to the large text translated by Jiang Mumu and couldn't help but admired: "Xiang, this Guy, you have never told me this."
Jiang Mumu pursed her lips and nodded. After she translated Little John's words of praise to the commentator, she heard the other person say:
"Actually. This is just the production method of Luzhou paper umbrellas, and in our museum, we also collect the traditional techniques of Yuhang paper umbrellas, West Lake silk umbrellas, and Dali paper umbrellas, etc. Each umbrella production method has its own uniqueness.”
“I understand.”
Jiang Mumu nodded. The last time she collected information about horse-faced skirts, she was deeply impressed.
"It would be nice if these were all in French or English." Little John said softly.
Jiang Mumu tilted her head and asked, "Is it convenient for you to read?"
Little John looked at Jiang Mumu, "It is for our understanding. Without your translation, I can see its subtlety. However, it is difficult to deeply understand the culture behind it. You have to know what kind of history is behind an excellent cultural heritage."
"Uh" Jiang Mumu didn't know why. In reply, she looked sideways at the commentator, and after translating Little John's words into Chinese and speaking to the other party, the young commentator smiled slightly and said:
"An oil-paper umbrella holds up the world. We are now working hard in this regard to let more Chinese people understand our excellent heritage first, and then slowly go to the world."
Jiang Mumuyi Listen, I quite agree with it.
However, this made her fall into a kind of confusion.
Most of my colleagues at "Vogue Medium" where I work, want to dress in the same style as celebrities, use big-name bags, and have the most advanced electronic equipment, the Iphone 3G.
They say that only by keeping up with the times can we be fashionable and trendy.
But what about Little John and Xiang Yang?
Both of them are Hermès designers. Although they are not famous, they often come into contact with those famous designers. It is their colleagues who often put it on their lips, praise and admire them. of.
They are all willing to travel thousands of miles to China to learn the scriptures and explore the story behind a batch of cloth and an umbrella.
"When you get there, remember to call me."
Holding Liu Qianqian’s hand, Xiang Yang warned her reluctantly.
"Shouldn't you be the one calling me, Mr. Xiang?" Liu Qianqian looked arrogant, "Why, I'm sorry, but I think it would be satisfying if I took the initiative to call you."
Just said that Halfway through, Liu Qianqian's lips were blocked by Xiang Yang's lips and teeth.
This charming little goblin made Xiang Yang regret a little, why he spared her so easily last night.
Lip parted, Liu Qianqian stared shyly at Xiang Yang, slapped the other person's arm angrily, and said, "That's what it is, I definitely want you to call me."
"I know." Xiangyang rubbed Liu Qianqian's hair at the temples and said:
"Then I'll send you a message. If you're not busy, just reply to me, and then I'll call you."
"Okay."
After Liu Qianqian finished speaking, she leaned forward slightly, crystal clear The corner of her lips covered Xiang Yang's face. After a kiss, she said with a smile: "Then it's time for me to leave. I'll send you a message when I have good news. Remember to miss me."
"I don't want you to think about it." Who?”
Xiang Yang pursed his lips.
Although there was not much affection in these words, Liu Qianqian felt warm in her heart
After the two of them had a little taste and chatted for a while, Xiangyang got out of the car and went to the trunk to help Liu Qianqian pack her luggage. After taking it out, except for some simple clothes, most of the space was filled by Liu Qianqian.
These were gifts from her to Damien and Emma Stone.
Not only did she have gifts from China, but when they went to the opera together two days ago, she also bought a French Ballet doll to give to her.
Carrying my luggage, I came to the lobby of the terminal and walked to the check-in counter. Xiang Yang stopped and said, "Come back early. We want to watch Gaultier's Haute Couture show together. When we met him, he I even asked you.”
"Yes, I know."
"Do you want to tell your mother?"
"I'll tell her when I meet."
Haute couture Shows, due to the small number of brands, are not as lively as ready-to-wear.
And there are not many brands preparing autumn and winter haute couture series this year. Except for the old ones, there are very few that deserve attention. Xiang Yang was definitely going to attend the couture show of his old boss Gaultier's personal brand, and there was also a couture show by Chanel. 'Lafayette' specially sent an assistant to send him an invitation letter, so it was impossible for Xiang Yang not to go to the show.
Others
Xiang Yang doesn’t plan to go to Dior’s haute couture show.
But after thinking about it, I decided to go for it.
I have dealt with the ‘Ghost’ several times because of “Midnight in Paris”, so if I don’t support him, it will be awkward to meet him in the future.
This is just like the entertainment industry.
It's very much like the domestic film industry association, which organizes famous directors to gather together for a meeting. If you deliberately put on airs and don't attend the meeting, you can imagine the results waiting for you.
"Then I'm leaving."
After checking in and picking up the ticket, Liu Qianqian poked Xiang Yang's chest with her index finger, smiling with something indescribable. Feelings.
"Okay, come on when we get to Los Angeles. I believe in you." Xiang Yang encouraged with a smile.
Recently, Liu Qianqian worked hard for the audition.
If he couldn’t get a role with few scenes, he wouldn’t believe it even to death.
"It would be great if you went too." Liu Qianqian pouted.
Xiang Yang smiled and scratched Liu Qianqian's nose, "Isn't that a blatant way to open the back door for you?"
"Huh, I got it." Liu Qianqian wrinkled her nose.
The movie theme of "Black Swan" and a large number of shots are all demonstrated through the dance movements on the stage. The story told is also a ballet dancer's pursuit of artistic excellence and perfection, and the process of seeking self-breakthrough.
So when it comes to auditions, it’s normal that it’s not Xiangyang’s turn to participate or express his opinions.
This is the same as "Midnight in Paris" where the focus of the movie is on the costumes. Every movie has a theme that each movie focuses on, and sophisticated production must also be prioritized.
"Then just stay at home and wait for me to come back."
"Okay, I understand."
After seeing off his girlfriend and returning to the company, Xiang Yang was directly caught by Pierre Hardy.
Axel Dumas was also there. From the look of the two of them, they looked like they were here to have a meeting with Xiang Yang.
"Xiang, you have to know that you are now a member of the high-end jewelry series. For the first set of works in this series, you should show your creativity."
Xiang Yang Ting At this point, I suddenly felt embarrassed, "Don't I only need to be responsible for fashion."
"Then you should also express your opinion, and at least pay attention to the recent design plans that the jewelry department has come up with. ." Axel was amused, and his mind instantly recalled some of the information he had collected about Xiang Yang.
To put it simply, this person needs to be beaten before he can move forward.
As Gaultier, Flamel and others said, he would always inadvertently come up with some wonderful creative inspiration and then realize it. But if you don't take the initiative to ask, those inspirations seem to be immersed in his mind forever, waiting to be awakened.
"Uh" Xiang Yang, who was a little embarrassed by Axel's stare, smiled coquettishly.
He has very little involvement in jewelry. He is going to ask Hardy to help complete the jewelry design in "Downton Abbey" so that he can hide and relax.
However, it is obvious that Pierre Hardy's intention is obvious.
I can help you with Downton Abbey, but you have to take the high jewelry collection seriously.
"Why don't you give me some time? Let me look at the information first?" Xiangyang smacked his lips and raised his eyebrows, "After all, a classic series cannot be casually It can be taken out, and besides, I lack too much knowledge in this area.
Also, I think the first series should be more or less linked to our traditional Hermès series.
< br>Just like everyone knows that we started out by making saddles, as for the jewelry, do we need to make it so that people can see at a glance that it is connected with our other classic works?”
"What do you mean?" Pierre Hardy frowned.
He originally thought that Xiang Yang would find another excuse to delay for a while, at least until after the Haute Couture Fashion Week.
But what this means.
The most common images in the world of jewelry include delicate roses, flying birds, the radiant sun, moon and stars, as well as various rare gems and Outlined by top-notch craftsmanship, they continue to show their charm in various lifelike postures.
But no matter how they change, they cannot escape the attachment relationship between jewelry and nature.
The legendary jewelry master Jean Suhlumberger created classic marine animal-themed works when he was a Tiffany designer.
Unlike Pierre Hardy who thought about the hidden meaning of Xiangyang's words, Axel directly clapped his hands. He thought this idea was great. When it comes to Hermès, besides saddles and bags, what other endorsements are there?
That is the silk scarf.
Where do Hermès silk scarves come from?
"Xiang, what do you mean, let Haute Custom Jewelry develop a set of jewelry with the theme of butterflies?"
Xiang Yang's heart skipped a beat, and he said blankly: "I No”
"Butterflies are really good."
"I also think that this theme can be expanded."
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Look As Hardy and Axel kept exchanging opinions, and gradually brought the topic to the various wonderful animals in the Amazon rainforest, Xiangyang couldn't help but mutter in his heart, does piranha count?
Coincidentally, Hardy and Xiangyang came up with the idea together. He seemed to have opened up some ideas and said jokingly: "How about we make a piranha. I think using this to make a brooch will be eye-catching." "
Xiang Yang: "."
(End of this chapter)