Chapter 232 Plagiarism
As ten models appeared, the surrounding lights began to change colors.
The audience in the venue couldn't help but let out gasps of amazement.
It had to be said that the ten outfits designed by Red Sun Garment Factory this time, although different in color, were incredibly harmonious when put together.
Red, yellow, blue, green, cyan, azure, purple, as well as off-white, black, and so on. Each color was paired with a different pattern, and when they stood together, they resembled a beautiful landscape painting.
Soon, after the ten models finished their walk and stood on the stage, they instantly formed a breathtaking landscape picture under the lights.
At this moment, Yang Long walked up, holding a microphone, and said, "The ten outfits that Red Sun is launching this time, as you've all seen, represent our moods."
"This clothing series primarily targets young people. In this era of individuality and freedom, where everyone can express themselves to their heart's content, our clothes will be the best pursuit for young people."
As Yang Long's voice faded, the venue erupted in warm applause. Following this, the designers from Red Sun came up, gave a brief explanation, and amidst thunderous applause, the models exited the stage one by one.
At changing room number eighteen.
Liu Ran watched Yang Long's garment factory's runway show and couldn't help but nod. She said, "Yang Long's Red Sun Garment Factory does have a certain unique aesthetic sense in its design. The main thing is that each outfit looks different, but when combined, they form a series. It's truly ingenious."
"It seems that Yang Long's garment factory is likely to achieve a ranking this time."
Su Ya, standing beside Liu Ran, also nodded and said, "Indeed, that guy Yang Long, who usually acts so arrogant, looking down on everyone, actually has some skills now."
"The set of clothes designed by their garment factory is quite unique. However, in my opinion, it's still far inferior to your design."
Liu Ran chuckled lightly at this remark and nodded, "There's no comparison. After all, our clothes stand on the shoulders of our traditional culture. Compared to their styles of clothing, it's easier for us to make breakthroughs, while it's indeed difficult for their clothes to achieve any significant breakthroughs."
The people around them also discussed animatedly. Yang Long appeared triumphantly in a seating area, and everyone around him kept clasping their hands to congratulate him in advance.
"Oh! Mr. Yang, the work your garment factory has presented this time is astonishing! We are truly impressed."
"It seems that Red Sun Garment Factory will definitely take the top spot in this competition."
"Amazing! Amazing! Young Master Yang, congratulations in advance."
"If your garment factory truly wins first place this time, then your Yang family will have to seriously consider promoting you as the heir and officially taking over all matters of the Yang family. It's not too late."
Yang Long chuckled heartily at these words and quickly offered some humble courtesies.
Of course, he was naturally very proud. If he could win first place this time, his status in the Yang family would undoubtedly soar.
Not long after, the third participant, New Trend Garment Factory Company, began to take the stage.
When the people in the hall heard the name "New Trend Garment Company," they exchanged whispers. They had indeed never heard of this company before.
"Huh, I've never seen New Trend Garment Company before!"
"That shouldn't be right. Logically speaking, since they were invited to the competition and managed to make it into the top twenty, this garment company should be quite impressive. Why is this the first time we're hearing about them?"
"Let's see what kind of work New Trend Garment Company can bring."
Amidst the murmurs from below.
Then, a graceful model walked onto the stage under the spotlight. The background music, ding-ding-dong-dong, began to play with the sound of a guqin.
The guqin music was beautiful and flowing, like a mountain spring cascading onto the ground with a tinkling sound.
Following this, the first model emerged, wearing an extremely beautiful Hanfu. The long Hanfu dress clung to her body. At first glance, it looked like an ordinary ink-wash landscape painting dress, but upon closer inspection, it was incredibly exquisite, astonishing the viewer.
This long dress possessed classical beauty, and every detail reflected the cultivation of a noble lady from ancient times.
As this first model walked out, a collective gasp of amazement swept through the entire venue.
At the same time, in changing room number eighteen, Liu Ran also let out a gasp. However, Liu Ran's astonishment was not because the clothing was too beautiful, but because this outfit was definitely derived from her design drafts.
Although that design draft had been lost, and although this outfit was not identical to her design draft, its core essence was exactly the same.
Liu Ran frowned deeply and said to Su Ya beside her, "It seems we've found the reason for the loss of our design draft. It must have been secretly taken by Liu Xin."
"After Liu Xin took my design draft, she and Liu Xuhui jointly established this New Trend Garment Company."
"Look at this dress, its core design is exactly the same as what was designed in my draft. Although the surface has been extensively modified, to us designers, this is fundamentally the same piece of work."
Su Ya's mouth dropped open at Liu Ran's words. She exclaimed in surprise, "No way? Liu Ran and Liu Xuhui are openly plagiarizing!"
"And it's the most egregious theft of design drafts for modification and plagiarism. This is too audacious!"
Liu Ran said angrily, "What dare they not do? They are counting on me not to sue them."
"And even if we sue them for this kind of plagiarism, it's difficult to define legally. At most, they'll be ordered to pay compensation."
"As for the most severe industry punishments and bans for designers, they are completely irrelevant to them."
"After all, they are not from a design background. Even if the design industry issues a warrant against them, they will suffer no loss."
Su Ya stroked her chin and said, "But to modify your design draft, it must have involved designers. Who did they hire? Those designers they hired must bear responsibility, right?"
Liu Ran nodded and said, "That's true. I didn't expect it. I didn't expect this guy Liu Xuhui to be so shameless."
Just then, the remaining nine models also came out.
The Hanfu worn by these nine models were essentially the same in essence. The only difference was the extensive modifications in their appearance and details, with variations in color and style.
But to designers, they all originated from the same inspiration.
Despite this, as the ten models walked out wearing these graceful Hanfu dresses, it still caused a huge sensation in the venue, with thunderous applause erupting.
The applause lasted for a full minute, with every audience member marveling, and every designer inwardly praising.
They knew that after today, the era of Hanfu was about to arrive...