Craft & Materials
Craft & Materials
At Brocade Modern, materials are not chosen merely for aesthetics, but for their cultural significance and artisanal value. Each fabric carries a lineage of craftsmanship shaped by history, geography, and human skill.
Song Brocade (宋锦)
Song Brocade is one of China’s most prestigious traditional textiles, characterized by intricate patterns and multi-layered weaving techniques. Known for its structural richness and subtle luminosity, it represents the pinnacle of classical Chinese weaving artistry.
Xiangyun Silk (香云纱)
Xiangyun Silk is a rare, naturally dyed silk crafted through an ancient process using plant-based dyes and river mud. Its deep, organic tones and unique texture reflect a harmonious relationship between nature and craftsmanship.
Zhuang Brocade (壮锦)
Zhuang Brocade originates from the ethnic Zhuang communities of southern China. Its bold geometric motifs and vibrant colors embody regional identity and ancestral symbolism, woven through generations of cultural expression.
Shu Brocade (蜀锦)
Shu Brocade, historically produced in Sichuan, is renowned for its delicate patterns and refined weaving techniques. Once reserved for imperial use, it represents elegance, precision, and historical prestige.
Zhang Velvet (漳绒)
Zhang Velvet is a traditional Chinese velvet textile distinguished by its dense pile and soft tactile quality. Its depth of color and luxurious texture have long been associated with ceremonial garments and noble craftsmanship.
Mulberry Silk (桑蚕丝)
Mulberry silk is the finest natural silk, prized for its smoothness, durability, and luminous sheen. It forms the foundation of many traditional Chinese textiles and reflects centuries of sericulture expertise.
Hand Embroidery (刺绣)
Chinese hand embroidery is an intricate craft requiring exceptional precision and patience. Each stitch conveys symbolic meaning and artistic expression, transforming fabric into narrative surfaces of cultural memory.