Creating a beautiful, life-long dress for new brides – that is what Chinese fashion designer Guo Pei has been doing for the past six years. Her wedding dress series Chinese Brides has drawn much attention from both China and abroad, making the beauty of Chinese traditional wedding culture sparkle in modern society. Some celebrities, such as actresses Liu Shishi and Angelababy, have also chosen Guo's works for big events.

"The meaning of a wedding gown is unique," Guo said. "This is the most important dress in a lifetime and every girl should have one of her own." What makes those dresses so special? What does a beautiful gown look like? In an exclusive interview with chinadaily.com.cn, Guo gives her answers.