A model presents garments from SHI JIE 2024 A/W collection "The Child of Nature—Rough Jade" in Hangzhou, East China's Zhejiang province on March 30, 2024. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

A renowned designer versed in oriental aesthetics and contemporary art, Shi borrowed inspiration from ink art and calligraphy, embodying the combined strength and gentleness that characterize the ancient Chinese art forms.