Beijing's Silk Street Market seeks originality

Beijing's landmark Silk Street Market, where traditional souvenirs and knockoffs sit side-by-side, is looking to reinvent itself into an incubator for local, quality brands.

In a bid to redeem its reputation, the market has begun removing vendors who sell counterfeits and instead is inviting Chinese brands and designers to set up shop.

It hopes to shake off its former infamy and instead be known as a hub of originality.