This is an era when Millennials and Gen Z are the main force of consumption. They use live streaming and online platforms to obtain styles and items in line with current trends. And influenced by promotion videos and social media, they have great love for fashionable styles. So designers start from youngsters' recognition of "Fashion" to create stylish items through bright-colored offset printing, divided print, print & embroidery and piecing.

In the 19th century, crocheting gradually became popular in Britain, America and France. It was mainly used to repair broken lace, so that the crocheted pattern was mostly flat lace. Crocheting is exposed, elastic, compact, soft and flexible. Different crocheting stitch can create different elasticity. Crocheted cutout can well integrate with clothing. It is also applied to woven fabrics like denim. But crocheting is more compatible with machine woven pieces of knitwear. In S/S 2021, crocheting will abandon the stereotype of folk style. Plain colors, melange yarns and placement crocheting are adopted to make crocheted clothing more fashionable and daily.

The return of the retro style drives the elegance of the last century to bring new inspirations. Elements of the classical court style have been a source of inspiration for many designers. Collar becomes the key detail for women. The focus shifts from sleeves and cuffs to collar and neckline. Those retro and fashionable elements like ruff and rabat are redefined by the modern time, and come back in a brand-new look.

Weaving is one of the oldest arts and crafts of mankind. According to Book of Changes, in the paleolithic period, mankind used bast to weave a net to hold pebbles which were then thrown to kill animals. Hand-weaving came to China around the end of the 19th century. And with the rise of the Nordic style, hand-weaving craft is gradually reviving. It is an art of knotting a rope/string to create a variety of decorations. Weaving contains the retro and the heritage. Corresponding to the design philosophy of sustainable development, some natural fibers, unprocessed original fibers, natural flax fibers and recycled fibers extracted from marine are hand-weaved to create the eco-friendly and recycled clothing, which is definitely the trend in the future.

The key to S/S 2021 is detail. Designers use novel details to enhance the importance of core items, turning enduring styles into fashionable and avant-garde silhouette. Lace endows the slip dress with novelty. The slit hemline is the punchline. Soft pleats create much charm for simple loungewear and pajamas.

As people advocate a simple and comfortable lifestyle, the cutting craft of knitwear is gradually developing towards ready-to-wear, aiming to make life simple and efficient. Soft lines outside and firm lines inside and the neat cutting equip women's knitwear with silhouette change instead of any decorations. Thus working hours get shorten and cost is reduced to gain profits faster.

With the popularity of environmental awareness, the uncolored denim with the comfortable appearance, the denim with distressed patches, the surface printing and the reflective pressed film become a new trend. In addition, severe washes are expressed in the denim items of DIOR and become the high-proportion denim craft.

Placement panelling, one-piece panelling, gathering on the puff sleeve, lace, accessory and string shirring update dresses.

Color blocking within the lady style is often combined with directional cuts styled with stitch motifs and panelling. Tonal colors, architectural structures, layouts and earthy tones elevate the modern urban femininity.

With the fast-paced urban life, varied values, the change of production modes and consumer behavior, low-paced lifestyles gain traction, and delicate handmade-feel trims make a comeback. In A/W 20/21, beads are combined with embroidery, jacquard and print in lady knitwear.

Embroidery is one of Chinese traditional crafts, and it has a history of more than 3000 years. Nowadays, embroidery is widely applied to garments, tablecloths pillowcases, cushions and etc. Bright colors, lines and attractive textures are the features of embroidery. Beads, sequins and pearls are also important accessories.

Delicate cutting is necessary for simple&sophisticated style. Functional and decorative straps, chic hollowing cut, flowing hem and simple and neat belt are all applied knitwear.

With prevalence of street fashion and sports, cutting designs are most focused on. Cutting in 2020 S/S is still the focus of sports fashion. There are many different cutting methods to bring out new styles for sports fashion: asymmetrical cutting and misplacement, irregular cutting and combination of deep and light colors, random cutout, curved hem and ultra-bright coated materials.

Overview: rubbing&sequin, offset print&embroidery, linear stitches, machine embroidery and applique&embroidery. T-shirt, sweatshirt, shirt or skirt are all suitable.

The latest collections show creative design of denim apparel. From silhouettes, materials to accessories, they echo the current trends, contributing to covetable denim dresses, skirts, jackets and jeans.

Comfortable and breathable, cotton and linen fabrics gain popularity in S/S 2020. Designers play with chest shape, shirring, pleat and layered panel to update looks.

Stylish girls are rebellious and offbeat. They prefer causal, street and sporty styles, and wear mix-and-match looks, playful and optimistic. Patterns of this theme are glossy and bold, also lovely and soft at the same time.

The rise of Chinese style drives trends. Chinese characters, dragons, beasts and cranes exude an oriental flavor. Delicate techniques create visual impacts, showing the playfulness of the Millennials.

Hybrid textures, small- or large-scale paneling and color blocking renew garments and create a mix-and-match style.

Fashionistas use considered decorations to personify garments. Straps feel casual and vivid, bringing vibrancy to knitwear.

Contrasting effects are still prevalent in S/S 2020. Asymmetric design, mixed materials, clashing colors and different approaches add adversity to garments, contributing to more offbeat and comfortable looks.