In order to bring my dreams to life, I must use my own two hands and skills. Mengko Jewelry Studio’s story can be traced back to a childhood dream. Mengko, founder of the brand, dreamed of an island in the middle of a turquoise lake that was filled with wondrous flora and fauna. It is this dream that inspires all of her works. She feels that since this island is a place that only she has seen, it’s her mission to bring the things on it to life. It’s difficult to create metal jewelry based on the scenes from a dream. The fire and dust associated with metalworking cannot be avoided and the whole process is not as romantic as imagined. But it is all of this that captivates Mengko, further immersing her in this process. Dreamscapes are her highest creative principle. However, she also considers the aesthetics and wearability of objects to achieve a perfectly balanced design. Her works blend the softness of dreams with the hardness of metal, bringing the island in her dream to life, ready for you to explore.

“If we want to make bags, we must make them in Dajia, the home of Taiwanese bags!” Hailing from Dajia, Taichung, Taiwan, Yi Fan Canvas Bags was founded 30 years ago by Laoshi. At the time, many people were already looking outside of Taiwan to find factories with cheaper labor and material costs. However, Laoshi chose to persist and stay in his homeland of Taiwan. All of his bags are produced, designed and manufactured locally, laying the foundation for his brand. The past 30 years have passed by quickly and Yi Fan has gradually transformed from an OEM into its own brand. Laoshi has insisted on taking this path, accumulating experience and honing techniques along the way, conveying his passion for canvas bags. Yi Fan’s canvas bags are simple, beautiful, and practical, featuring detailed craftsmanship and styles that are suitable for all ages. Utilizing custom bag making techniques that have been honed for decades imbues Yi Fan’s bags with a unique warmth not found in traditional bags. The origin of the Yi Fan brand name comes from a Chinese idiom meaning “smooth sailing, smooth weather”. This is what Laoshi hopes to give to others: “I hope all of our journeys can be safe and smooth.”

"Do you believe that there is a type expression that does not require any words?" TRAN is a clothing brand created by several young designers who have always believed that clothing is the most basic way for people to express themselves, and is key in conveying aesthetics. They use their core principle of minimalism and understanding of human nature to design neutral, simple, inclusive, and unforgettable clothing. TRAN went through many conceptual attempts during its inception. After much trial and error, they stepped out and developed their own style by constantly breaking through limitations and devoting themselves to designing “free fashion.” Their designs lack unnecessary cutting and emphasize conciseness and neat silhouettes. They select functional fabrics for added comfort and mobility while employing unique tailoring techniques to produce unisex clothing with a one-size-fits-all approach, increasing the inclusiveness of clothing through degenderization. This is their definition of freedom. TRAN believes that we can be seen by others through the clothes we wear. They are committed to displaying the most natural and free appearance of each individual.

“We grew up in the city, but chose to put down roots in tea country.” The designated VIP tea product of the 53rd Golden Horse Awards, Sanpuku was founded by a group of National Taiwan University students. They sought to cooperate with tea farmers, manage tea plantations, delve into the ancient oolong tea production process, and gradually promote sustainable agriculture. They also continue to develop tea production workshops, taking people from the city to tea plantations, allowing them to experience the beauty of Taiwanese tea and nature up close. In Pinglin, Taiwan the purest Taiwanese tea is grown in an environmentally friendly and sustainable way. Sanpuku connects their tea plantation with the surrounding forests, forming a complete ecosystem, allowing the insects, birds and plants to flourish. At first, they were just a group of young entrepreneurs who were unfamiliar with the land and had no knowledge of tea. However, they worked hard to overcome various setbacks and found a diversified business model that balances both the industrial and ecological aspects of tea production. Sanpuku has given tea production a fresh new face while producing the beloved local flavor that so many enjoy.

“We’re just doing what we love and doing it happily. This is the most important thing. We don’t try to tell new stories, we just talk about life.” The word Kamaro'an comes from the Amis language and means ""live here"". Their works come from a team of tribal craftsmen who create using their tribe’s long standing culture and the rhythm of the land. In the places closest to the mountains, forest and sea in Taiwan, they create simple hand-crafted items for daily living. Kamaro'an connects the market with materials that their tribe is most familiar with through industrial design. Their production process emphasizes seriousness, patience, and the spirit of doing one's best. Any interested members of their tribe are free to join their team. Superior techniques and design knowledge are not prerequisites. Under this model, they’ve developed a unique brand of Taiwanese aboriginal craftsmanship that is widely admired. Their tribe’s culture is conveyed through their designs and craftsmanship, producing items that channel a strong sense of belonging and warmth.

“Writing with pen and ink is only a medium of expression. The content is the main thing I want to express.” The creator of iamhandtonight, Ji Zhen, is used to presenting her work mainly through text and images. She has embarked on a journey through the tip of her pen, allowing her thoughts to travel across paper, resulting in a series of true and profound works. She began studying Chinese calligraphy when she was young, but since she couldn’t write orthodox calligraphy well, her parents rejected her “ugly” work. For the slightly rebellious Ji Zhen, her creations have never catered to the mainstream. For her, writing has meaning that is unattached to form and is a process of self-healing. She enjoys the different feelings brought about by the different experiences behind each person. By observing the thoughts of others, the relationship between people can be transformed into words that resonate. Ji Zhen’s writing includes works about youthful rants, growing pains and happiness. She uses avant-garde brushstrokes to plant the seeds of her words, which blossom into scenes of memories, tears and smiles. Stroke by stroke she slowly brings out all those moments that you wished to stop and talk about, gently speaking the words in your heart for you.

“We’re not just designing clothes. We want to express the transformation of a girl into a woman through our designs.” Hong Kong clothing brand röyksopp gakkai was established in 2014. It’s name comes from a combination of Norweigian and Japanese, with röyksopp meaning a type of mushroom in Norwegian, and gakkai means “school club” in Japanese. Simple lines and quirky childlike themes are the main principles behind their retro european inspired designs. Since their first season of its creation, röyksopp gakkai has received attention from all over. Even fashion icons such as Lady Gaga and Wei Ruxuan have worn their clothing while attending public events. röyksopp gakkai deeply believes in the value of fashion, not only as clothing, but also as aesthetic expression. Using unique designs to restore cuts and fabrics from the 18th and 19th centuries, each of their designs combine minimalist and “creepy cute” elements, to form irreplaceable creative value.

"Let playfulness and novelty become a necessity of life." Thecoopidea is an electronics brand that was formed by a Hong Kong creative team. Its name is a portmanteau of the words cooperation and idea. The key principle behind their brand is that interesting ideas come from cooperation. They love to communicate and cooperate with people in different fields and professions, sharing ideas and insights, and gathering inspiration for the type of novel electronic products that they are known for. Thecoopidea’s sharp market sense and endless creativity has allowed them to launch a number of hit products that have created impact and made it onto the world stage. In their eyes, the restrictions on the appearances of electronic products don’t seem to exist. Through continuous experimentation with new colors and shapes, Thecoopidea has launched a series of wireless chargers and wireless Bluetooth headphones that are functional, fashionable and unisex. Thecoopedia is leading a new wave of creative ideas and innovative design in electronics, creating a new trend that cannot be denied.

“In addition to rediscovering the memories of old Hong Kong, we’ve also created value for a new era.” The name of this Hong Kong leather brand is derived from an old English noun, meaning leather maker. In Hong Kong there are two leather factories with long histories. The Lederer belongs to one of them, the Shui Hing Tannery, which has more than 30 years of tanning experience. The Lederer offers high-quality leather, leather goods, DIY kits and leather crafting workshops. By combining a retail store with a DIY workspace, they’ve created a one-stop service for converting raw materials into semi-finished and finished goods, while also connecting people who love leathercraft. Real materials and an emphasis on sustainability are the values behind their exquisite leather products. They only use cowhide from local slaughterhouses to make their leather which reduces the carbon emissions that come from importing raw materials. The Lederer is committed to leveraging their extensive knowledge, techniques and insight to support locally made leather goods, displaying their potential to surpass imported products and showcasing the undeniable uniqueness of Hong Kong manufactured goods.

“Is there a moment in life you want to capture? A story you don’t want to forget?” The Flower Company uses romantic Greek mythology as inspiration to create timeless stories with dried flowers. Dried flowers are like locks for moments in time. After they are hung to dry, a particular moment seems to become frozen, extending on forever. Flowers have made a significant contribution to our lives as human beings. From culture to art to fragrances and all sorts of fascinating environments, flowers have always been admired. The Flower Company is committed to integrating dried flowers into our lives. Through connections with culture and history, they explore all possibilities to create dried floral art, custom floral gifts, wedding decorations, environmental designs, prints, merchandise and services inspired by floral art. Flowers have the ability to express the emotions in any story. The Flower Company hopes that everyone can have and share in the happiness of all our stories. Created in the spirit of sharing, their dried flowers are representative of our happiness and are made to capture our most important moments.

"We believe that great design is eternal. Everyone who wears great design is unique, adventurous and innovative." ANICORN, an independent watchmaking studio based in Hong Kong, was co-founded by graphic designer Joe Kwan and entrepreneur Chris Chan. Combining design, fonts and mechanics, they utilize minimal and contemporary aesthetic thinking to produce unique watches. Winning the Golden Pin Design Award for their Hidden Time watch, ANICORN designed a watch with a beautiful gradient display that gradually reveals time. Hidden Time is a minimalist watch that allows the concept of passing light and shadow to be displayed on its face, reminding the wearer of the beauty that is about to fade away. After all, if all time will eventually disappear, why not record these minutes in a beautiful way? ANICORN reinterprets the definition of time with unique concepts. They hope to pass this spirit on to everyone who wears their watches, helping them to show their most unique, adventurous and innovative side.

"True hand-made warmth may not be perfect, but it must be unique." This is the core spirit that Aika Handmade Shoes wishes to convey. Aika is a studio that creates delicate handmade shoes. From the materials used to the fine tuning and adjustments of the finished product, Aika strives to provide the most comfortable and elegant wearing experience for customers. Each pair of shoes created by Aika must go through three stages. In the first stage, before the creation process begins, quality materials must first be sourced. Special attention is paid to the qualities of the specific material in order to give it the proper look. During the second stage, the design stage, communication with the customer is important, allowing them to select customized patterns and colors. Finally, during the last stage, the creation process, each step of production is carefully executed, each detail of the fit is inspected and fine tuning of the last is completed according to customer requirements. After all three stages are complete, a new pair of shoes is born. When putting on a pair of shoes from Aika, you’ll immediately feel that what Aika creates for you is not just a pair of shoes, but a medium for self-expression that propels you forward with unique footsteps.

“Work with designers to take the designs you see online into an actual live experience.” For the past eight years, Pinkoi has been on a path of constant growth, insisting on the pursuit of the good life and the belief that everyone can “design their best self”. Through Pinkoi’s online marketplace, you can find unique designs that help you accentuate special moments, or add to your everyday style. Pinkoi Experience takes this online experience even further, allowing you to join in on the creative process and experience what design is all about. Pinkoi Experience has collaborated with designers from all over to create a wide variety of live DIY workshops. No matter if you’re interested in floral art, fragrances, illustration, photography, or even in-depth travel experiences, you’ll be able to participate in the creative process while being led by an expert. Pinkoi Experience invites you to share these beautiful experiences with your friends and family. The moments that you share at a workshop are sure to be transformed into unique works and unforgettable memories.