Modern Aesthetic Innovations in Xiang Embroidery Jewelry Design

Abstract

This study explores how Xiang Embroidery can be integrated into contemporary aesthetics and modern jewelry design to seek development. It responds to the current situation where traditional craftsmanship is gradually declining in an era dominated by machines and digital tools.The study combines the "gentle curve" of Xiang Embroidery with the "whip-like line" of Art Nouveau movement, and through literature review, case analysis and museum studio investigation, reveals their common concern for nature, life and mobility. By shooting the hand movements of the embroiderer, analyzing the video frame by frame, extracting repetitive rhythms and converting them into clear and usable curves. Through 3D modeling and material testing, these curves eventually became wearable three-dimensional forms. The design evolved from simple symbol collages to linear structures based on rhythm and frequency, eventually forming a series of hand and neck works. The creative focus has shifted from replicating surface images to transforming real gestures into forms, enabling the metal frame and embroidery textures to communicate through a unified line language. It turns out that the body memory and emotional rhythm contained in the lines of Xiang Embroidery can be transformed into real design resources. The integrated application of metals, silk threads and natural materials provides a stable path for infusing intangible craftsmanship into cultural products such as jewelry. At the same time, there are clear limits: the number of people involved was small, the stitch types were not rich, and the testing period was short. Later work can look at more parts of the body, try more material mixes, go deeper into color and touch, and build jewelry series around clear stories and themes.

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