Chinese trims aren’t just decorative. I’ve long been drawn to the visual language behind them — from historical costume to modern makes. Here’s a look at common motifs, what they mean, and how small, deliberate details can shift a project from everyday to something more considered.

The Year of the Fire Horse has long carried a reputation for being “a bit much”. In parts of East Asia, families once actively avoided having children during Fire Horse years, believing the temperament associated with it was too independent, too expressive, too difficult to contain. This piece explores where that reputation came from — and why creatives, in particular, tend to recognise it instantly.

Chinese New Year is a season of joy, reflection, and creativity - find out more!