At present, Asian culture, especially Chinese culture, has become an important force attracting worldwide attention. In 18th-century France, a style amazed the world with its gorgeous colors and complicated designs. That is named as Chinoiserie in 19th-centuary, expressing Europeans' imagination for the oriental culture. It is the Europeanized Chinese style, full of mystery, romance and adventure. In modern times, it is common to blend oriental characteristics into the works of various styles in art. Nowadays, local designers are rising, and they hope to inherit and connect oriental and western cultures. Therefore, complicated jacquard and luxurious velvet become key fabrics, opening a new chapter of future clothes.

In Folded Time, we can really feel the existence of flowing and invisible time which closely connects fashion, politics, religion, society and art. Perennial products spanning eras make a contrast with current trends, endowing this theme with a strong artistic vibe. According to a survey report, middle class in Asia will increase a lot, and becomes the main consumer group of luxury goods. They are well-cultured and self-pleasing, pursue the emotional story behind products and pay attention to vintage collection. Therefore, products with a high quality and value will be more prevalent. Textural woolen fabric, brilliant silky fabric, artistic pastel faux fur and retro leisure-luxe silk mix classics with current fashion, offering a brand-new wearing experience.

The COVID-19 pandemic, turbulent politics and unstable society trigger our fear. And the digital technology spreads fear quickly. People are eager to escape from reality and extends their individuality through surreal, dark, edgy street looks. Maison Margiela A/W 20/21 displays a surrealistic artistic collection via digital video. Therefore, in A/W 21/22 the mystical dark tone will prevail in womenswear fabrics, appeals to young consumers via charming street fashion culture and drives the rise of horror aesthetics.