SQY-T joins the talks about tee design with other designers on Life Style (issued on July 15,2010), one of the best-selling newspaper in Beijing.

SQY-T's unique double-walled mug collection has got two new patterns. Here come the "Map of Beijing" and "Splash". Pick a pattern you like, and pour a cup of hot tea for yourself when you get a couple of minutes off during a busy day. It is absolutely a treat both to your taste buds and to your eyes. Please check Gadgets for more details.

The World Cup was over, but there are still many interesting moments to be remembered and talked about no matter whether it was an exciting or boring match. Inspired by the situation in some matches where red cards were often raised up by the judges, SQY-T created a Red Card T-shirt. Even though it is not on the sports ground, if you see any foul in daily life, be brave to show a red card!

"Zhai" is also a good example where new meaning has been given to an old word. It originally means place where we live. But now it can also be used as a verb to describe "staying at home" (usually alone; not going out, or socializing with others). Or, you could say it is a Chinese version for Otaku (As the description for such a living status is originated from Japan). What will you do if staying at home? Listening to music, reading, playing computer games, or just doing nothing at all? Actually it is not important what exactly you do at home. What matters is that the popularity of such a living status among many young people nowadays shows that as the world turns more chaotic and busy, more and more people would try to find a peaceful land to escape. Then home will be the most accessible destination.

After "Jiong" and "Mei", SQY-T discovered another interesting character on the internet: Yin. Its original meaning in ancient Chinese language is bright. But due to its composition in writing as Kai Huo (meaning "Fire the gun"), it has been widely adopted by the online game players to show their spirit in their virtual battles. Even if you don't like gaming so much, why not just put on such a tee just to encourage yourself?

With the completion of a re-built program on the old houses on Yan Dai Xie Jie held by the municipal government, SQY-T also had a chance to renovate our small space. In May 2010, we presented a completely new look to our dear customers with a much larger range of products. Welcome to drop by anytime! Please check our blog for more new images of SQY-T.

Wang Xiao Kun, a famous Chinese Rock & Roll singer, was wearing a Tian An Men T-shirt from SQY-T in a live concert held in San Li Tun, Beijing, on May 22, 2010.

What "Got Stuck" illustrates is probably one of the most familiar scenes for all the urban habitants around the world. This is what you can see in the morning on a regular working day in Beijing, but you could hardly tell where it is unless you read the writings on some car plates. It could be anywhere! What a wonderful image to explain the meaning of globalization! You can find the detail of the design at Skin of the City in columns.

"Utopian Home" is a drawing made by SQY-T designer Han Li. As an architect in his professional practice, Li is always interested in exploring the relationship between the architectural environment and the lives living in it, including both human beings and animals.  The drawing images a boundless zoo merged into the city. An urban residential area is redefined as a space for interations among human beings and animals. It is a utopian home for both where they enjoy free and equal communications. Please check Invisible Cities in columns for details.   

You can find some authentic one-of-a-kind tees in SQY-T's new Color Splash collection. Firstly painted on fabric by SQY-T designers and then cut and sewed one by one, each of Color Splash tee is not the same as any other one. Get a surprise if you order one from our online store because you won't know how it looks like until opening the box. We guarantee that each one is a unique piece of art work and you will never find a copy in the world. So come and order your own piece right now! The collection comes in short / long sleeves and one-piece dress. Please check Doodles in columns for the details.

"Eyes in the Dark" - SQY-T's new addition in 95 collection. Eyes can talk, even in the dark. Guess what they are talking about?

Nearly one year has passed since the 2008 Olympics finished. But as we flipped through some photos taken in that event, we could almost still hear the cheers and applause we shared in those exciting matches. As a small souvenir, SQY-T released "Audience" for those who have the same great memories for the past summer as we do. You can find the detail of the design at Skin of the City in columns.

SQY-T released two new designs for its 95 line in May. "Live Slow" sets up a friendly signage on the street where everyone is rushing in their lives every day. It reminds people to slow down in their daily life so that they can enjoy the happniess of life. "60 Years of Red Star" expresses our patriotism by celebrating the 60th birthday of People's Republic of China. Please check 95 in columns for details.

SQY-T lauched its canvas bag collection with two variations. The single-side print tote sells at RMB 50 (USD 8), and the double-side version sells at RMB 90 (USD 14). Please check columns for the details. 

To celebrate Feb. 9, 2009, the 1st anniversary of the opening of SQY-T Beijing Store, SQY-T released a special edition called "1st Anniversary". With a Chinese character "one" formed by offcut collected from the production of the tees, we would like to commemorate the efforts we have made and the encouragement we have gained over the past year as our small store grows. And we would like to thank everyone, our production partners, our media friends, and most importantly, our customers, for your great supports which help us become what we are.

Winter has not gone yet, but it doesn't harm to become an early bird for spring. SQY-T launched its first silk collection with ten beautiful handkerchief scarves, presenting a completely refreshing tactile quality for the beloved SQY-T designs. Please check out the details of the designs under Gadgets at columns.

Although there is still one month to go before the year of 2009, SQY-T cannot wait to send out greetings for the new year. 2009 will be the Year of the Ox, whose Chinese character pronouces the same as New (Niu). We hope our Happy Niu Year tee can bring to you a happy new year with a big smile.  

Digital vs literal - two kinds of languages. Please check the design information at columns.

SQY-T designer Yan Hu is featured in the November issue of Urbane, China's only English-language monthly magazine devoted to architecture, design, lifestyle, travel and real estate. Click to read the full story. 

Urbane: www.urbanechina.com

The First, from Beijing, interviewed SQY-T designer Han Li and gave it an in-depth coverage on Nov.06, 2008.

The First: www.thefirst.cn

After one year, SQY-T is once again included in City Pictorial. The magazine honors SQY-T as one of the best 100 Chinese original design products in its special issue for the magazine's 9th anniversary. We sincerely hope that SQY-T could, together with City Pictoral, one of our favorite magazines, celebrate more anniversaries in the future.

City Pictorial: www.citypictorial.com.cn

From Oct.31 to Nov.03, 2008, SQY-T was presented in the exhibition of THE AGE OF CHINESE DESIGN in Beijing 798 Art Zone, a collective showcase of orginal design products from mainland China, Taiwan, and Hongkong. Please visit our blog to see SQY-T on site.

THE AGE OF CHINESE DESIGN: www.imartcc.com/huosheji

A new addition to the Skin of the City colletion.

95 is a brand-new collection created by SQY-T in August. We couldn't find a better name for it than 95 because all the designs in this collection sell at a retail price of RMB 95, or USD 14. The 95 collection uses upgraded thermal transfer printing for the designs, which gives the images vivid representation and at the same time maintains a great comfort for the wearer. The collection is available in SQY-T Beijing store and online shop.

Made in the outdoor billboard fabric, SQY-T print bags are durable, water-proof, and easy to clean. Printed with the original patterns from SQY-T collections and made into simple and trendy shapes, SQY-T print bag is absolutely something you cannot miss for this summer. Sold in both SQY-T stores.

SQY-T is featured in the Designer column in the August issue of ELLE DECORATION China.

What topic can't you avoid in 2008? The Olympics, of course. We try to find an original and poetic way to pay our tribute to the Game and sports in general. So here it is the 16 Days in 2008 collection.
Good luck Beijing!

Skin of the City by SQY-T is inspired by different natural or man-made textures found in the city. Just like the fact that human beings have different skin colors, the skin of the city is also very diversified. Being in the city, we might be merged into the urban environment better when putting on such a camouflage. Please go to columns for the information of this collection.

A new application of the beloved SQY-T patterns on a complete different surface: SQY-T now has its own mugs. The beautifully shaped porcelain mug is constructed as a double-walled container, therefore it is easier to keep the temperature of your tea or coffee and prevent you from being hurt by the high temperature when holding the mug. The cap can also function as a mini tray for the used tea bag. The mugs are now available in both SQY-T stores and also online.   

Hebe, member of the famous female singing group S.H.E.from Taiwan, was wearing a SQY-T's 1 RMB Dot in an event. Click to see the detail of the design.

Singer Mika, winner of the Brit Award for Best British Breakthrough Artist of 2007, was wearing a Bold Pencil Line from SQY-T in a party held by Stella McCartney on May 6, 2008 in L.A., California. Click to see the detail of the design.

From April 19 to 20, SQY-T participated in 08 Cool Tee Show and Creative Mart in Beijing held by Fengguo, the famous online creative community. During the show, SQY-T for the first time released its eco-bag "Born in 80s", which was highly appreciated by the visitors. Now you can buy the "Born in 80s" bag in both SQY-T stores at a price of RMB 10 for each. Please check stockists for the contact details of all SQY-T stores. 

Fengguo: www.fengguo.com.cn

SQY-T team was interviewed by the famous trend magazine 1626 in its issue published on April 7, 2008.

SQY-T Beijing Store, located at No.7 Yan Dai Xie Jie in Beijing, was recommended by MEN'S UNO in its Aprial issue as one of the fashion spots in town. Please check stockists for the contact details of all SQY-T stores.

SQY-T designer Yan Hu was featured in the April issue of JESSICA, one of the famous fashion magazines in China, to talk about her thinkings about the relationship between life and creativity.

After tedious programming and testing, SQY-T E-Store (USD Version) was finally opened. We use PayPal, the most trusted on-line payment platform, and accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express. After selecting your favored products from columns on the SQY-T website, you will be brought to PayPal website to pay for your products with US dollars in a simple and safe way. Please visit www.paypal.com for more information about how to use PayPal.
Due to some technical issues, SQY-T E-Store (RMB Version) will be launched in a later time.
Here we would like to thank our dear programmer A Su for his great support to SQY-T.

*Delivery Notice:
1. All the shipping will be using STANDARD PARCEL AIR MAIL service provided by China Post.
2. Your order will be shipped within 3-4 days. If the product you ordered is not in stock, we will contact you immediately by e-mail. Then you can choose to modify or cancel your order.

In March, SQY-T released two new designs for its well-claimed Useful Information collection. The satellite views of Shanghai and Beijing become the subject of the t-shirts. The skin of the city has been merged into the skin of the body, while the city seems to come alive as the body moves. Please check columns for the details of these two new designs.

SQY-T opened its second store at No.7 Yan Dai Xie Jie in Beijing on Feb.09,2008. As one of Beijing's preserved historical and cultural streets, Yan Dai Xie Jie is located in the famous Hou Hai district and is a must-go place for Beijing Hu Tong (small lanes) Tour by its characteristic traditional architecture. By inserting a glass box into an old house, the young SQY-T perfectly fits itself into a space with the marks from years of life. Welcome to SQY-T Beijing Store to experience the dynamic and creative design by SQY-T. Please check stockists for the contact details of all SQY-T stores.

Among SQY-T's best selling collections, Doodles and Postcard released 4 new designs in December. Square and Messy Lines have continued the beauty created by simple line drawings. Collage No.1 and No.2 are two interesting postcards with many images that you shall enjoy one by one. Find out the details of these designs in columns.

SQY-T just released 3 new themes for its November collection:Q Point draws its inspirations from all the hot topics in the current society; Life vs. Game features the elements from different games; and My Generation is about age and characters from different generations. Please check columns for all the new designs.

As the only tee store in the list, SQY-T is honored to be included in the October issue of City Pictorial, which is also the special issue for the pictorial's 8th anniversary. SQY-T is recommended among 100 best places from 10 most innovative cities in China.
What the pictorial comments on SQY-T also reflects how the brand looks at itself, "Although SQY-T stands for Shanghai Quality Yarn T-shirt, only one of the 4 team members is from Shanghai. In terms of the subjects of the design, it is also hard to say that every single piece from SQY-T has something to do with Shanghai...So it will be more correct to say that the Shanghai quality and the Shanghai way of doing things shall be the authentic Shanghainese part of SQY-T..."
Yes, SQY-T's emotional connection to Shanghai might not have any particular external features, but every one of SQY-T's ideas comes right from its creators' life experience in Shanghai. In SQY-T's mind, continuous development, extreme open-mindedness, and ever-lasting dynamics, are the true Shanghainese spirit of the city. Just like Shanghai, SQY-T hopes to bring more and more surprises to everyone as it grows.

Since the first day when the store opened, SQY-T has received a lot of media coverage. Herewith we would like to thank the following magazines and newspapers for your kind support and encouragement: O2, Xin Min Evening News, M2F, City Weekend, Shanghai Times, City Pictorial,and Dragon TV.

Another autumn has come! Combining with the best-selling patterns from the previous two collections, SQY-T launched its October collection with women's 3/4 sleeves and men's long sleeves. So now you can wear your favorite SQY-T pattern even though it is getting cold! Please click on columns to find out the designs for autumn in each theme.