The Day I Found My Calling

It all began in the quiet corners of my grandmother’s wardrobe.  

I was 22, freshly graduated and restless, when a summer visit to her countryside home changed everything. While helping her sort old belongings, I stumbled upon a chest of hand-stitched qipao dresses from her youth – soft, unbleached cotton-linen blends dyed with crushed gardenia flowers. They smelled like earth and nostalgia. "We wore these like second skins," she said, tracing the asymmetrical knotted buttons. "Comfortable enough for farm work, beautiful enough for weddings."  

 

That moment unearthed a quiet rebellion in me. Back in Guangzhou, I found myself rejecting fast fashion’s synthetic sheen. I haunted fabric markets, running my fingers over rolls of undyed ramie, chatting with elderly textile vendors about forgotten weaving techniques.

 

The real turning point came during a rainy afternoon tea with expat friends. "Where did you get that?" they kept asking about my slate blue cotton-linen dress embroidered with unique flowers and Chinese Style frog buttons – a piece my grandmother had sewn for me. Their genuine excitement sparked the realization: what if tradition didn’t have to stay in museums and memories? What if it could breathe through clothes meant for school runs and gallery openings?  

 

I started small – ten beautiful Chinese style cotton-linen dresses sold through Instagram DM orders. When three French customers messaged saying they’d worn my designs to their philosophy lectures and Parisian picnics, I knew this was more than a side hustle. It became my bridge between ancestral wisdom and the rhythm of contemporary women’s lives.

 

Our Mission

 

At FirstFeeling, we celebrate the harmony of tradition and modernity by bringing handcrafted Chinese linen and cotton clothing to the global stage. Inspired by the wisdom of slow living and the beauty of natural textiles, we create garments that honor heritage while embracing contemporary life.  

 

Each piece is thoughtfully designed to embody comfort, grace, and sustainability—woven with the same care and intention as the generations of artisans before us. We partner with skilled craftsmen who preserve time-honored techniques, ensuring that every stitch tells a story of cultural heritage and mindful creation.  

 

More than just clothing, our collections are an invitation to move through life with ease and intention. Whether you’re seeking everyday elegance or a deeper connection to mindful dressing, we offer timeless silhouettes that nurture both body and soul.  

 

We believe in fashion that respects the Earth, values craftsmanship, and empowers women to feel **GROUNDED, ELEGANT, AUTHENTIC, and FREE.

 

Our Design

 

At FirstFeeling, we collaborate with artisans and designers who share our passion for preserving heritage while embracing modern aesthetics. Rooted in the traditions of Chinese textile craftsmanship, each piece is thoughtfully created to reflect the beauty of natural simplicity.  

 

 By working directly with these artisans, we ensure that every garment carries authenticity, sustainability, and soul.  

 

Our designs blend the fluid elegance of traditional Han and minority clothing with contemporary silhouettes, making them perfect for the mindful woman of today. Whether it’s a relaxed linen dress or a tailored ramie jacket, each piece is made to move with you, age gracefully, and tell a story.  

 

Beyond creating beautiful clothing, we aim to build a global community that values slow fashion. Through ethical partnerships, we support rural craftsmen, promote eco-conscious practices, and keep cultural artistry alive—one stitch at a time.

Now start your happy journey with FirstFeeling! Thanks!