Traditional crafts and cultural practices are finding new expressions through fashion, technology and interactive experiences at the ninth China Intangible Cultural Heritage Expo in southwest China's Chongqing Municipality.

Under the theme "Elegance of Chinese Style - Intangible Cultural Heritage in Fashionable Living", more than 50 heritage projects are presented through everyday settings, including clothing, home decor and social activities. Batik haute couture outfits feature alongside handcrafted porcelain and lacquerware, highlighting how traditional craftsmanship can become part of contemporary lifestyles.

The exhibition also highlights the role of traditional crafts in promoting inclusion. The "Children of the Stars" botanical dyeing workshop teaches traditional techniques to people with autism, helping them develop practical skills and explore their creativity.

Technology is offering new ways to experience cultural heritage. Visitors can interact with a virtual Tongliang dragon dance and watch traditional Chinese zodiac paper-cut designs come to life in digital landscapes inspired by folklore. Meanwhile, a mobile exhibition vehicle takes digital displays to communities, schools and rural areas.