With the revival of Chinese culture, more and more people are paying attention to Hanfu. Recently, the minimalist Song-style Hanfu has received more and more attention due to its lightweight, elegant, and comfortable features. So, how can you wear it to show a rich ancient charm? Below are some key points for matching minimalist Song Dynasty Hanfu.
The biggest feature of Hanfu is its ancient charm. No matter what kind of style it is, wearing it will give people a classical and atmospheric feeling. To show this temperament, we need to use styling and color matching. When matching traditional Hanfu, we should choose classical Chinese colors first, which gives a clear and bright feeling that is more in line with Eastern aesthetics. When matching, we can control the number of colors in a single outfit to three or less. This not only reduces the difficulty of matching but also makes it more accommodating to different occasions.
Finally, we can match traditional colors according to our own preferences. Among the five color systems of red, blue, yellow, white, and black, red and yellow are warm colors that can brighten the entire outfit and make it look more energetic. Blue is a cold color that is particularly friendly to skin tone, and it has a good neutralizing effect on skin tone, a large area of blue matching can give people a cool and aloof temperament. In addition, black and white are also a classic and versatile combination. White can be used as a transition between different colors. Black is a contraction color that can cover up flesh and make you look slimmer.
There are two ways to match the fabric of Hanfu, one is to refer to the design based on the dynasty system, and the other is to start from the sense of layering in the shape. When matching the Song-style shape, lightweight and hazy chiffon fabrics and high-quality silk fabrics can both be paired. If you can combine two or more fabrics in a single outfit, it will make your outfit look more advanced.
The Song Dynasty was a period of economic prosperity and the rise of Neo-Confucianism, and society placed greater emphasis on culture than on martial arts. As a result, the design of women's clothing during this period was not as open and graceful as that of the Tang Dynasty. First, the amount of exposed skin was reduced, and the design of the clothing paid more attention to slimming the figure. Therefore, for those with a fuller figure, Song Dynasty Hanfu is the best choice for covering up and appearing slimmer.
The Song-style emphasizes layering, and the most classic combination is a short or long Beizi worn over a pleated skirt. Usually, a delicate bodice is worn underneath, which can not only show the lines of the shoulders and neck but also enhance the breathability of the outfit. The pleated skirt worn below is designed with a high waist, which can visually optimize the body's proportions and make petite people look taller. Finally, wear a long Beizi on the outside to emphasize the layering of the overall outfit.
If you think that this minimalist style of Song-style Hanfu is too plain, you can also make a big impact on the clothing's pattern. For example, in this set of Song Dynasty Hanfu, the long jacket on the outside has a design similar to tie-dyeing. This casual style makes the design more pronounced and highlights the Chinese characteristics.
To fully release the charm of your Song style, don't forget to pair it with simple and elegant Song-style white makeup. Just maintain a matte and natural base, and this will create a hazy beauty. The eyebrow shape should be given special attention, and the long and slightly curved willow-shaped eyebrows are the favorite of Song Dynasty girls. Finally, the facial makeup can be greatly simplified, using only light color to embellish the features and adding a touch of red lip gloss.
The above is only a common way to pair minimalist Song Dynasty Hanfu. Feel free to mix and match according to personal preferences and occasions to create more unique Hanfu styles. Regardless of when and where, the correct way to wear Hanfu can always add more temperament, taste, and charm to you.