Material innovations on show at the 10th Future Fabrics Expo, Magazine London, London, 28–29 June 2022, In International Journal of Sustainable Fashion & Textiles, Volume 2, Issue 1, Apr 2023, p. 125 – 133
Freelance
Archives: Projects
Costume Society
My articles as News Editor for the Costume Society:
Drawing on Style fashion illustration exhibition opens in Bath
Read all about it: The Costume Society’s new members’ magazine launches
A fine line in fashion: The Art of Gladys Perint Palmer
A review of the Palais Galleria’s exhibition ‘A History of Fashion’
A review of the V&A’s ‘Beatrix Potter: Drawn to Nature’ exhibition
Africa Fashion opens at the V&A: The power of cloth
Make the trousers tighter: An interview with Private Cannon, military re-enactor extraordinaire
Gianni Versace Retrospective opens at Groninger Museum: Prints, pop and power
Dandy Dressing: Interview with Jonny Haart, historic menswear expert
Cosmetics Business / Pure Beauty Magazine
Read my article for Cosmetics Business and Pure Beauty Magazine.
Noted & Quoted
Quoted as an expert (includes Chinese fashion / Chinese male makeup / gender in China) in or radio show appearances:
Wall Stret Journal – Eileen Gu Is Dominating the Beijing Olympics—in Skiing and Sponsorships
Globe and Mail – Are NFTs and the metaverse the future of fashion?
Le Temps – En Chine, le luxe collectionne les boulettes (fashion brands ad failures in China)
Flare – Chinese Plus Size Fashion
Sixth Tone – Beauty Boys: The Chinese Men Changing the Face of Makeup
SCMP – The real power behind China’s new trend of ‘sissy men’ … is the empowered modern woman
RTHK radio show, podcast on Asian and Hong Kong male makeup here and sexism in Hong Kong media and the FCC here
AE World – When Cultures Collide: So, What Happens Next with High Fashion Brands in China?
Canvas8 – What does ‘being a man’ mean in modern China?
Canvas8 – Neiwai: body-positive lingerie for women in China
Canvas8 – My Access Profile
Swissquote Magazine – Made in China: the coolest of labels
The Wire China – Hemmed In
Les Echos – Chinese Fashion: the chic side of Made in China
The Confucius Institute at the University of Leeds – Using Chinese in your career: fashion journalist Babette Radclyffe-Thomas
European Guanxi – International Women’s Day: Stories of successful women in the field of China (Studies) | Webinar
New Statesman – SenseTime: how the world’s most valuable AI startup is changing China
HKFP – NüVoices: A new collective of women writers and artists launches in Hong Kong
HKFP
Lane Crawford content – custom media content
Writing and planning editorial content for Lane Crawford’s Discover site
LUXURY ANEWAngel Chen’s exclusive capsule collection embodies bold maximalism
CAPSULE CURATION: MEN A guide to timeless sartorial staples
COUNTING SHLEEP Indi McCullough on wool and her journey from workaholic to wellness
THE Z FILES: THE SCIENCE OF SLEEPHow you’re degrading your Sleep – and how to stop
REAL TALK What three entrepreneurial women think of work-life clichés
THE ART OF SHADE Three new spring-time shades
THE Z FILES: THE PERFECT BED Sleep expert Kate Bridle weighs in
TRAVEL WITH EXCLUSIVE STYLE Ookonn and Studio Concrete Unite
MINI-ME CHIC Like mother, like daughter
GALLIANO’S MARGIELA Celebrating an exclusive in-store couture exhibition
DRESSING THE MODERN MAN : Christian Kimber offers a fresh take on staples
LET’S FLY AWAY: Embark on a warm-weather getaway with a bag full of chic
MUMMY DEAREST: We ask two women to share their memorable maternal stories
THE GIFT OF LOVE: Roberto Coin’s creations are perfect for mother — and daughter
TRAIL BLAZERS: Blazé Milano creates modern blazers for every occasion and woman
BACK TO SCHOOL: Learn how to live a more fulfilling life
POWER DRESSING IN SELF-PORTRAIT: We spoke to Hong Kong entrepreneurs Anna Wong and Ines Gafsi about dressing for success
EXCELLENT VINTAGE: Give the gift of time for Father’s Day
LANE CRAWFORD GLOBAL EXCLUSIVE: LI-NING X PRONOUNCE
COLLABORATION: ADER ERROR X MAISON KITSUNÉ
INFORMAL BEAUTY: NANUSHKA brings a fresh aesthetic and material approach
HOW TO: DOING DENIM: Styling Fashion’s most versatile fabric
DAVID YURMAN’S SCULPTURAL JEWELLERY: Unique pieces forged in the arts
DESIGNER: LIU ZI: The actress has created beautiful tableware for every dining occasion
THE LATEST IN LIFESTYLE FROM KNOLL, TOM DIXON AND CASE
BETHAN GRAY’S WORLD OF DESIGN: Her philosophy of craft, storytelling and innovation
DREAM IN DECADENCE: Choosing and looking after the most luxurious of bed linens
NEW WAYS TO WEAR ARTISANAL JEWELLERY: Achieve a timeless combination
新世代高级珠宝: 与巴黎珠宝品牌 Ming Song 创始人 Dennis Song 对话 (The new age of high jewellery: interview with Dennis Song)
DESIGNER FOCUS: WOOLMARK PRIZE WINNERS Meet Edward Crutchley, Angel Chen and i-am-chen
LUXARITY: LUXURY LOOKING FOR A NEW HOME Reduce fashion waste with a perfect piece at this pop-up
DESIGNER: AMIRI’S ROCK & ROLL LUXE: Discover your inner Jagger with Mike Amiri’s street luxury
DESIGNER: STACEY BENDET: Our exclusive with the founder of alice + olivia
COLLABORATION: RIMOWA X ALEX ISRAEL The iconic suitcase brand gets a new look, with inspiration from LA’s sunset strip
PERSONALISED SERVICES: MEET OUR IN-HOUSE PERSONAL STYLISTS
LIVE, WORK AND PLAY IN STYLE: How to curate a space that’s stylish and functional
SLOW AND SIMPLE IS THE NEW LUXURY: An Interview with Peggy Chan of Nectar
Pacific Place: The Style Sheet – custom media content
Radio Appearances
Design Anthology
My articles for Design Anthology online & print:
Architecture:
A Glistening Jewel in Chiang Mai
The Qujiang Creative Cultural Centre Opens in Xi’an
This Fashion Boutique Doubles as a Playground
Classic Chinese Architecture is Renewed in the Dajia Project
A Light-filled Home Lies Behind This Monolithic Facade
An Oasis in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City
Modern Tropical Design Blends with Local Elements in Surabaya
Clean Lines and Minimalist Materials Characterise This Family Home
The Tower House is a Modernist’s Dream
A Former Factory is Transformed into an Inspiring Fashion Hub
Architectural Style: In Conversation with the Founders of EDIT and EDITECTURE
In conversation with Ceramicist Lubna Chowdhary
A Teahouse for Design-Conscious Urbanites
In Conversation with Tekla Founder Charlie Hedin
In Conversation with Flora Leung, Founder of Matter Matters
Interiors:
A Japanese apartment in Singapore
A warehouse conversion with an edge
A live-work unity inspired by European art history
A slice of Hawaii in Tangerang
History and Design Meet at The Gage
A Celebration of Culture and Colour
SORA Offers Bold Design and Traditional Japanese Influences
A Tranquil Apartment in Taipei
An Architecture Firm’s Dream Office
This Penthouse is Equal Parts Gallery and Family Home
A Taiwanese Apartment Inspired by Traditional Ink Paintings
Northern Minimalism in Hong Kong
A Chinese Medicine Centre Inspired by Spirituality
Serene Wabi-sabi at Mumbai Restaurant Sequel
A Victorian Home is Transformed
A Striking Home Brings the Outside In
Boutique Hotel Moss Opens in Hobart
Rambunctious Refinement in Toorak
Ramen is a Communal Affair at IPPUDO Vietnam
This Home was Designed as a Still-Life Composition
Cultures and Colours Converge in This Taipei Apartment
Monotone and Minimalist Made Bold
A New Members-Only Whisky Club in Hong Kong
An Energising Workspace that Embraces Local Context
When Brutalist and Nordic Influences Meet
A Simplistic and Sophisticated Mid-Levels Apartment
Travel:
This Hotel doubles as an art gallery
A Serene Thai Hostel in Bangkok
An Island Villa and Buzzing Beach Club Hotel in Bali
Style:
Versatile Bijouterie: One necklace, endless variations
An Exclusive Interview with Indonesian fashion designer Auguste Soesastro
Babette Radclyffe-Thomas 