It is his steadfast belief that pursuing the dreams that call to us isn’t just passion but a requirement as “Each of us has a talent that is our duty to share with the world,”

That philosophy sits at the core of what Guardini calls ECOture. At its heart is a simple idea: “We are part of life, and life is part of us,”. Yet somewhere along the way, we constructed a world so detached from what is true, what is natural. FASHION TO RECONNECT exists as a response to that separation, a platform designed to bring people back together, and return to dialogue with the natural world.

The roots of this vision lie in a conversation between living beings and nature. For Guardini’, many of his earliest creations were made from raw materials, instinctive and unrefined. Though his approaches and method evolved into a more considered and embraced approach over time, the intention remained the same. Guardini challenged the perception that sustainable fashion had to be dull and boring, instead he remained determined to restore joy, beauty, and vitality to responsible creation.

Clothing, he believes, is the first layer between ourselves and the natural world. Rather than acting as a barrier, it should be approached as an extension of who we are, moving with us, evolving with us and all of the stories, and carrying our stories. Through conscious dialogue with nature, creation becomes a living process. “It’s about coming home,” he says. “Coming home to nature.”

Presented in Hong Kong, FASHION TO RECONNECT is supported by and shaped by the influence of artist Michelangelo Pistoletto and his concept of The Third Paradise. This is a space that exists between the natural and the artificial, the exploration of which is clearly key within this exhibition but also to Tiziano himself. Each designer featured explores this balance, questioning where fashion sits between innovation and responsibility.

FASHION TO RECONNECT challenges the idea that clothing loses value with wear, instead framing garments as living pieces that deepen in meaning through care and time. While sustainability has slipped from the industry’s spotlight amid commercial pressures, Tiziano Guardini sees hope in a new generation of designers who embed responsibility instinctively into their work. More than an exhibition, FASHION TO RECONNECT is an invitation to slow down, reflect, and remember fashion’s power to reconnect us as “we are nature, and life, we should be existing in harmony” with the world, with each other, and with ourselves.

FASHION TO RECONNECT Exhibition

Date: 25 November – 24 December

Time: Monday to Friday (12:00 – 20:00)

Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays (11:00 – 20:00)

Venue: ArtisTree, Taikoo Place

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Hong Kong, meet your newest fashion love affair — Sense By Mei, the Chinese-born label that’s been turning heads with its modern twist on tradition, fearless femininity, and a mission to make every woman feel like their very own main character. As the brand marks its sixth anniversary and its first year in Hong Kong, we sat down with Sense By Mei’s founder, Mei Li and designer Jay Gao to chat about passion, perseverance, and why a sprinkle of unapologetic confidence goes a long way.

Six years ago, founder Mei started with nothing but a dream and a killer influencer following. Fast-forward to today, Sense By Mei is serving modern Chinese Qi Pao that’s as office-appropriate as it is runway-ready. Mei’s designs aren’t just clothes. They’re a statement. After being mistaken for Japanese or Korean abroad, she doubled down on Chinese heritage, blending traditional silhouettes with bold, curve-loving cuts. The result? Inspiring thousands in the international market.

But let’s not sugarcoat it – COVID, just like for all other businesses, was a rocky path for Mei. “I almost wanted to shut down the company; it was very difficult,” Mei admits. Salaries were shaky, losses piled up, and they were on the verge of bankruptcy. Nevertheless, thanks to a fiercely loyal community (shoutout to the fans and friends who basically willed them back to life), the brand ultimately clawed its way to profit this year. “We are actually starting to gain profits. I think we’re already incredible.”

Indubitably, unapologetic femininity is Sense By Mei’s key to thriving in the increasingly competitive world of fashion. There is no doubt that East Asian women face brutal beauty standards — lighter skin, petite frames, and don’t-outshine-the-men ‘s energy. “They ask us to cover their arms, and cover their everything,” the designer sighs, “Through my eyes, you’re already perfect.” The collections scream joy: rose red, citrus orange, and daring purples hug the beautiful curves of the female form. Critics call it “too feminist.” The team’s response? “In this society, as long as you can make women feel confident, you are doing something right.” Along with their use of a unique East-meets-West style mashup between tradition and contemporary designs, with Mei’s modernistic Qi Pao meeting the sharpness of local workplace culture. “We want to create something to suit this city,” the designer notes, “We want to keep the tradition, but also move forward to modernity.”

As they blow out six candles, the team is stunned and grateful for Hong Kong’s welcoming embrace. “We never knew we would have these local customers to support us and grow as a community. That’s something we never dreamt of,” claims the designer. From celebrity friends to everyday fashion rebels, the love has been unreal. Just as Mei says, “It’s all about the determination that comes along with passion.”

Welcome to the family, Sense By Mei. Hong Kong’s wardrobe just got a whole lot bolder – we can’t wait to see the magic you’re going to bring to us in the near future.

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