Research and Innovative Design of Yi Ethnic Costume Patterns in Huanzhou Village, Wuding

Abstract

Focusing on the costume patterns of the Yi ethnic group in Huanzhou Village, Wuding, this study explores their contemporary aesthetic significance and potential for cultural innovation. It aims to enrich modern design practices with deeper cultural meaning and to address market demands for innovative products rooted in intangible cultural heritage. Grounded in design studies and centered on the continuity and reinterpretation of ethnic culture, the research employs field investigation and firsthand data to systematically analyze the artistic characteristics of these local patterns. Through design strategies including Thematic Development, Compositional Design, Color Reconstruction and Formal Innovation, the traditional patterns are reinterpreted from a contemporary perspective. Both theoretical and practical outcomes demonstrate that such innovative reconstruction contributes to the revitalization of traditional culture and offers a viable approach for the sustainable preservation of intangible heritage. Integrating these Yi patterns into modern product design not only enhances artistic expression and visual impact but also improves market reception and strengthens the communicative efficacy of culturally innovative products.