From Market Stall to Global Brand: A Hongqiao Merchant Story (2)

Thirty years ago she sold freshwater strands from a folding table; today her designs ship to boutique buyers in three continents. This is the story of one of Hongqiao’s designer brands.

Her collections are now featured in the Living Hall retail section, with custom-order options for overseas buyers — one example of how the platform connects market merchants to the world.

Hongqiao Living Hall — online first, then in person at the market. For services mentioned in this article, see the Services section; for pearls and cultural goods, visit the retail section or the 4F gallery at the market.