BEIJING -- A dazzling array of traditional Chinese cultural influences have taken to the runway at the ongoing China Fashion Week in Beijing.

Showcasing a modern twist on ancient aesthetics, the China Fashion Week 2024 Spring Summer Collection has modeled pieces from inside the country and around the world.
More than 130 fashion shows have attempted to capture the "Joyful and Brilliant" spirit of the event. Among them, the most eye-catching presentations have invoked elements of Chinese intangible cultural heritage, including classical poetry, folk opera, ceramics, time-honored brocades and exquisite embroidery.
First launched in 1997, China Fashion Week is a semi-annual event presenting the latest styles from China's fashion industry to global trend-watchers. The 2024 Spring-Summer shows kicked off on Sept 7 and will run through Saturday.