VP Hsiao Bi-khim wears Taiwanese-made dresses during Palau visit

Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim showcased Taiwanese fashion during her recent state visit to Palau, opting for dresses from the local brand GEORGIA TSAO (GT). The "Made in Taiwan" (MIT) initiative was highlighted as Hsiao wore distinct floral print dresses, including a fishtail gown to a welcome dinner hosted by Palau President Surangel S. Whipps Jr., and a blue and white floral shirt for an address to the Palauan Congress.

GEORGIA TSAO (GT), a brand with over 20 years of history, is known for its original designs, particularly its use of floral fabrics featuring motifs like dinosaurs, animals, and plants. The brand's physical store is located in Taipei's Zhongshan District. Hsiao reportedly visited the store on June 2nd, after work hours, and selected several items she liked.

GT Design Director Tsao Hui-chi expressed excitement over the Vice President's choice, seeing it as encouragement for the brand to continue developing unique Taiwanese-themed clothing. She noted that Hsiao particularly favored a dress with a white cat pattern. The brand, founded in 2005 by three sisters with backgrounds in business and design, started with silver jewelry and has since expanded to include apparel, floral dresses, and leather goods, all centered around original design and confidence.

The brand's slogan, "Believe in yourself," reflects its core philosophy of encouraging women's self-belief and confidence in their style. GT also maintains a commitment to social responsibility, donating NT$10 from each sale to charity and organizing second-hand clothing events where proceeds also go to charitable causes. This initiative promotes environmental consciousness and provides a platform for customers to give their pre-loved GT items a new home.