Young men and women dressed in fashion piece take selfies in Sanlitun, Beijing (2018).[Photo by Wang Jing/China Daily]

The change in clothing styles in the past 40 years of reform and opening-up vividly demonstrates the characteristics of the times.

Although there are different fashions in vogue at different stages, what holds true is the constant pursuit of beauty.

Reform and opening-up opened up a window that allows us to integrate with the world, not only with regard to clothing, but also in the deep-seated pursuit of beauty and self-expression.