AI服装绘图、3D打印鞋广交会吸睛，创新设计成中国出口新力量

Core Insights - The current strategy for China's apparel and footwear industry in international markets focuses on "new quality productivity + design" [1] - The 138th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) highlights the shift from attracting foreign investment through cheap supply chains to a combination of innovative design and high-quality supply chains [1] Group 1: AI Design Empowerment - AI design platforms showcased at the Canton Fair allow buyers to create multiple clothing samples with just one physical sample, significantly reducing costs [3] - An Arab buyer expressed excitement over the AI technology, noting that for a few thousand dollars, they could access the AI design platform for three years [4] - The AI clothing design company has served around 600,000 domestic clients and continues to see business growth at the fair [4] Group 2: 3D Printing in Footwear - The introduction of 3D printed shoes at the fair attracted significant interest from international buyers, with many expressing a desire to purchase immediately [7] - 3D printed shoes offer unique structural advantages that traditional manufacturing cannot achieve, such as customizable density based on mechanical principles [9] - The production capacity of the 3D printing shoe factory in Suzhou is approximately 2 million pairs annually, with ongoing efforts to reduce costs for broader market appeal [10] Group 3: Strategic Shifts in Manufacturing - The shift in China's export strategy is moving from "selling equipment (products)" to "selling solutions," with service-oriented manufacturing becoming a key pathway [11] - The footwear industry aims to upgrade its manufacturing capabilities and integrate AI into future designs, emphasizing the importance of customized solutions for different markets [10]