The Fashion Haining kicks off as a sideline event of the China Fashion Week in Beijing on March 27. [Photo/Tide News]

The Fashion Haining event took center stage at the China Fashion Week 2025 (Spring) in Beijing on March 27.

The event featured seven industry agreements, three exclusive runway shows, and a showcase of local design talent.

Hosted by the China Fashion Association and the Haining city government, the event gave Haining designers a platform to push boundaries.

The Fashion Haining kicks off as a sideline event of the China Fashion Week in Beijing on March 27. [Photo/Tide News]

He Rong combined traditional brocade weaving with modern fabrics, making heritage wearable. Yao Yilin explored the complexity of contemporary femininity through asymmetry and mixed textures.

Haining, a county-level city of Jiaxing, has positioned itself as a fashion hub, supported by policies that strengthen its leather, textile, and apparel industries. In 2024, its industrial output surpassed 81.3 billion yuan ($11.19 billion).

An official with the Haining government said that Haining will use China Fashion Week to expand its influence and drive innovation in the industry.