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Beibei Tang

University of the Arts London

MA Biodesign

Beibei is a multidisciplinary fashion designer focused on the innovative integration of biodesign with clothing and textiles. She combines her passion for plant-based materials and the re-utilisation of agricultural waste to tackle challenges in sustainable fashion. Her latest work uses green biotechnology to incorporate ramie and its surplus waste into fabrics and accessories, introducing innovative solutions for sustainable fashion design.

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RamMix: Playful Ramie Wear

Category: Apparel

Competitions: Fashion

Ramie, a crop unique to the southwest of China and mainly used for textiles, accounts for 90% of global ramie fibre production. In recent years, unstable climate and resource scarcity have led to a reduction in the production of ramie. This has resulted in the local agricultural industry faced with challenges of cultural loss and economic decline. RamMix aims to design a Bio-degradable jacket system using ramie plants, allowing users to mix and match different elements daily. Biotechnology is replacing traditional chemical extraction methods for fibres and pigments. More eco-friendly materials are then combined with the production techniques of Shu brocade (traditional Chinese fabric) to design weaving patterns and apply them to different clothing pieces. Additionally, surplus waste from ramie is used to synthesise biodegradable materials for making buttons of various shapes and colours.

In association with Arts Thread

Working with our partners at Arts Thread to develop lifelong learning and career opportunities for students of fashion and design. Our partnership provides the opportunity to compete on a world stage, participate in industry led workshops, set up an outstanding portfolio and gain access to the resources that will kickstart careers in fashion and design.