Alexander Wang: A Designer Who Believes He Will Surely Become a True Entrepreneur

On September 26th, Taikoo Li Sanlitun Beijing belonged to Alexander Wang. The northern section boasted a freshly revamped alexanderwang flagship store, where staff readied champagne and treats for guests. In contrast, the south saw the launch of Alexander Wang's debut fashion retrospective in China, named "Edge: exploring the Worlds of alexanderwang". The exhibit shimmered with cubes radiating a metallic sheen, attracting a chic crowd, with onlookers gathering in multitudes.

The ever-svelte Alexander Wang, with his signature long black hair, was a whirlwind of activity, greeting guests, posing for photographs, and passionately discussing his designs. His poised and assured presence was reminiscent of the young designer who burst onto the scene eighteen years prior.

"Being in Beijing feels like coming home," he confided to ConCall.

Over a decade ago, alexanderwang planted its flagship store in the heart of Taikoo Li Sanlitun Beijing. Even prior to this, Alexander Wang's intrinsic connection to his Chinese heritage had made him a standout in the "Asia Wave", cementing him as a household name among China's fashion aficionados. To many in China, he's always been viewed as one of their own, affectionately dubbed "Da Wang".

China's fervor for Wang has consistently manifested in tangible ways. Favorites like the Kori boots, Rocco handbag, Marti backpack have soared in popularity. The diamond-encrusted "Wang" logo has also been one of the most effective viral triggers on social media platforms.

Given this backdrop, when Wang adopted a more subdued approach in recent years, the buzz of anticipation and curiosity only grew. Thankfully, the rejuvenation of his flagship store and the unveiling of his retrospective once again brought him back to Beijing, a place he has been away from for a long time.

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