He Fengqin revives 2,000-year-old Tujia brocade with modern twist

He Fengqin, a master weaver from Changyang, is revitalizing the ancient Tujia Brocade, known as Xilankapu.With a history spanning over 2,000 years, Xilankapu was originally worn in the imperial courts of the Qin and Han dynasties. He Fengqin incorporates traditional Tujia designs into contemporary clothing, hats, and jewelry.Her custom-made shirts and suits, featuring Xilankapu patterns, have gained significant popularity in the "new Chinese style" trend. This year, her collection of Xilankapu-inspired earrings, rings, and bracelets has attracted a young, fashion-forward audience, resulting in impressive sales of 2 million yuan (US$282,000) for her store.