# Donghai crystal and nail industry showcase in Milan > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/donghai-crystal-and-nail-industry-showcase-in-milan > Updated: 2026-09-27T10:09:15.000Z. Sources: 15. Developments: 2. Donghai County, recognized as the ‘World Capital of Crystal,’ showcased its crystal and handcrafted press-on nail industries during events held alongside Milan Fashion Week. The initiative aimed to connect local manufacturers with the international fashion community through programs pairing international designers with local makers. These handcrafted items are presented as wearable art that integrates traditional Chinese techniques—including crystal carving, filigree, and enamel work—with modern aesthetics. High-end sets utilize natural crystals from the region and are designed to be preserved and reused rather than treated as disposable products. Recent highlights from the Milan fashion scene include a collaboration between designer Chiara Silvestri and Donghai-based nail modeler Lu Jing, which merges contemporary Western geometric lines with traditional Chinese artistic fluidity. Interest has also grown in designs inspired by cultural figures such as Sun Wukong, the Monkey King. Li Xiao, general manager of Jiangsu Jingyiyi Supply Chain Management Co., Ltd., noted that some of these elaborate sets can cost thousands of dollars, distinguishing them from mass-produced, disposable options. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-27: Donghai handcrafted nails enter Milan fashion scene Artisanal artificial nails from Donghai, China, are entering the high-fashion market, featuring traditional crystal carving and filigree techniques showcased at Milano Fashion Week. 13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/donghai-handcrafted-nails-debut-at-milan-fashion-events ### 2026-09-24: Donghai County showcases crystal and nail industries in Milan Donghai County showcased its crystal and press-on nail industries in Milan to connect Chinese manufacturers with international fashion designers and expand global market reach. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/donghai-county-showcases-crystal-and-nail-industries-in-milan --- Cite as: Donghai crystal and nail industry showcase in Milan. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/donghai-crystal-and-nail-industry-showcase-in-milan