The Whole Kaboodle: Modern, Chinese and Ethical

Heyan’er is a ‘modern Chinese’ ethical fashion label whose Shanghai branch can be found in a gorgeous house on Anfu Lu. The lead designer and label founder, He Yan, collects Miao and Yi costumes and it’s clear that these pieces are a source of inspiration for her designs. The pieces are manufactured in the Heyan'er workshop from cotton, linen or silk and are only available in their Shanghai and Beijing stores. Although the pieces have more than a whiff of costume about them, they’re lovely to touch and so beautifully crafted that it’s hard to walk out empty-handed. A rifle through the racks reveals pieces for as little as 680RMB and although they're primarily pants, tops and jackets, I spotted a beautiful hobo bag on one of the racks and a rainbow of scarfs along another. My favourite piece was the ethereal kimono hanging in the rear window, but there’s such a range of colours you’re bound to find something that catches your eye.

Heyan’er is at 284 Anfu Lu, Xuhui district.

One of the Yi Costumes in He Yan's collection.

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The lovely view from the rear of the store.