Upon entering the Ethnic Costume Museum at the Beijing Institute of Fashion Technology, our Belarusian host, Kate, received a warm welcome from Curator Tian Hui — and a charming gift of 56 panda figurines, each adorned in the unique attire of one of China's ethnic groups. As Tian led the way, Kate encountered a series of treasures from the Miao ethnic group, ranging from delicate silver phoenix crowns to stunning headpieces weighing up to 15 kilograms.

The Miao women embroidered the beauty of nature into their garments and wove ancestral wisdom into silver ornaments — every detail expressing the philosophy of harmony between humanity and nature. In this episode of Into Chinese Art, we invite you to experience the cultural pulse that beats through the Miao people's shimmering silver heirlooms.

Into Chinese Art is an immersive cultural interview series produced by China Daily Culture Channel, where international hosts engage with art experts through interactive discussions, offering audiences a deeper understanding of Chinese art and aesthetics. The third season of Into Chinese Art focuses on ancient Chinese fashion.