Boutiques Tag

A burgeoning multibrand fashion retail scene has not only made shopping in China a more entertaining affair but has carved out an area for local creatives who've made it a form of private expression. Seven shops in Beijing, Shanghai, Chengdu, Hangzhou and Shenzhen have made their marks on the local retail scene, while the masterminds behind them each present a singular viewpoint. 1. Common Place, Beijing Common Place Founded by Chinese artists Ji Zhang and Cheng Huang, Common Place was launched in 2016 after the duo graduated from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Utilizing a former factory constructing owned by Zhang’s father, Common Place includes a menswear store, an art gallery and is partially utilized as Zhang’s personal art studio. Positioned outside...