Young Chinese women turn to sewing amid frustration with fast fashion

Some young women in China are taking up sewing after becoming dissatisfied with the quality and cost of fast-fashion products. The South China Morning Post reported that frustrations include low-quality materials, careless craftsmanship and rising prices. In response, some women have begun making their own underwear, accessories and handbags rather than relying entirely on ready-made clothing.

The trend gained visibility this summer when sewing enthusiasts shared handmade creations on RedNote. The platform became a place for participants to display their work and document their efforts. Many beginners chose underwear as their first project because it appeared to require only a small amount of fabric.

The report said they soon discovered that the task was more difficult than expected, although the supplied material does not provide further details about the challenges they encountered. The account does not give figures for the number of people involved, the cost of sewing equipment or the scale of the trend. It also does not identify particular creators or retailers.

The available information presents sewing as a response by some young Chinese women to dissatisfaction with fast fashion, rather than as a claim that the practice has replaced commercial clothing purchases.