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Do you want to be a quiet and beautiful girl in ancient Chinese clothing, no matter it's sunny or raining heavily? When you chat with your friends, have a cup of tea, and raise your hand in the air, grace is written all over it. Is this what you wanted for your summer ancient Chinese clothing look? I think this combination of Yunjian with Ming ancient Chinese clothing is just in full satisfaction of what you want!    Light-colored Yunjian & Ming Ancient Chinese Clothing    ▲ Duijin Changshan Mamian With warm purple and soft pink of Yunjian, the temperament is elegant. When the butterflies fly between the sleeves, orchids bloom fragrance and waving their sleeves, we seem to see the heavenly fairies come down to earth. ▲ Changshan Sling Gradient Zhequn A gradient pink tunic with gradient blue and purple skirt with a layered feel. The peony blossoms on the sleeves and the swallowed Yunjian peplum, incorporated into the windowpane design are sophisticated. ▲ Embroidered Lapel Shashan Mamian Snow is white as a porcelain marigold, reflecting the broken dreams of the star. Chrysanthemums, bamboo leaves, drifting clouds, and fairy grasses are paired with ribbons and gradient Mamian. It is…

Although hanfu has a long history, most modern hanfu are restored based on excavated cultural relics, heirloom ancient paintings, and frescoes as prototypes, which can be roughly divided into "style restoration", "pattern restoration", "color matching restoration "and so on. In this article, we will show you 10 beautiful vintage hanfu dresses with rich ancient flavor.   #01 This retro hanfu set is Jiaoling Ruqun, restored from Tang Yin's "Chang'e Holding A Laurel" from the Ming Dynasty. There are six pieces of hanfu in the set, with a double cross-collar upper jacket, a goose yellow jacquard outer layer, black cuffs with cranes in clouds, and a diamond-shaped bean green one-piece pleated skirt underneath.   #02 This is a half-armed, wide-sleeved, cross-necked Ruqun, arestored from the figures in the Yongle Palace murals in Rui Cheng, Shanxi Province.   #03 This Dunhuang mural restoration of a Tang Dynasty Qixiong Shanqun + Pibo is based on the costume in the mural "Donor portrait of Lady Wang from Taiyuan in worship". The upper body is blue light cross-necked upper Shan + dark red light cross-necked Banbi, and the lower skirt is a large red printed two-piece skirt.   #04 This retro Jiaoling Ruqun set is…

As the weather warms up and flowers begin to bloom, many couples are looking for ways to celebrate the season of love. One beautiful option is by donning traditional hanfu together. With its flowing lines and elegant designs, hanfu has been a popular choice for couples who want to show off their affection while looking stylish at the same time. Hanfu Shidai has compiled several spring hanfu that are appropriate for couples.   Orchid The orchid is renowned for its delicate beauty and cool, charming fragrance. The flower petals are small, while the leaves are long and slender, resembling willow branches with clearly visible veins, unpretentious yet elegant. Throughout history, Chinese people have regarded the orchid as a symbol of elegance and purity, often grouped with "plum blossoms, bamboo, and chrysanthemums" to form the "Four Gentlemen". The term "orchid chapter" is commonly used to describe the beauty of poetry and literature, while "orchid friend" is used to express true friendship. Therefore, ancient people loved orchids, and orchid culture has infiltrated into people's daily lives. The earliest meaning of the orchid was as an auspicious symbol of love, expressing pure and romantic love for one's partner.   Hanfu Recommendation The design…

Among the numerous garments of Hanfu, the most popular one is probably the Mamian skirt. As a clothing item full of ethnic style, the skirt is characterized by vibrant colors and unique patterns. Wearing it seems like traveling through time and experiencing the charm of traditional culture. In fact, the Mamian skirt is not a completely new design, its history can be traced back to a hundred years ago. Also known as Mamian pleated skirt, it was one of the main skirt styles for ancient Chinese women. It consists of four skirt doors, both front and back, overlapping in pairs. The outer skirt door is adorned with decorations, while the inner skirt door has fewer or no decorations. The Ma Mian Qun is pleated on the side, and the skirt waist is often made of white fabric, symbolizing a lifelong union. It is fastened with a rope or button. The design of the Mamian skirt highlights symmetry and streamlined shapes, emphasizing the curves of women and creating an elegant and dignified image for the wearer. The charm of the Mamian skirt has actually transcended national borders. At the banquet where Princess Diana was announced as the future royal bride in…

Aoqun(袄裙), most commonly wore during the Ming Dynasty. Let’s take a look at the individual pieces and how to wear them.   The History of Aoqun The word Aoqun translates into a lined top and skirt, it is one of the earliest and most basic forms of Hanfu. This style was developed as early as The Warring States period (475 BC) as seen on these clay figurines, and it evolved throughout the dynasties. By the mid to late Ming Dynasty, it had become the most commonly-seen design for fall-winter clothing among wealthy families and the royal court. There are also many historical relics available for us to study.   Wear the Skirt of Aoqun Aoqun is outerwear, so people usually wear inner garments made of cotton or linen material underneath. During the Ming Dynasty, women usually wear Mamian skirts or pleated skirts, this one is a one-piece half-pleated skirt with the pleats only on top, and embroideries on the bottom, as well as on the belts. There are usually two types of one-piece skirts, one style you insert the belt through a hole in the middle, the other style uses an extra set of ties. This skirt doesn’t have either…

Quju is a type of hanfu that belongs to the Shenyi dress system and was common during the Qin and Han dynasties, with characteristics such as "overlapping and hooked edges". In ancient times, the more grand the occasion, the more gorgeous the overall look of the Quju was, giving it a sense of grace and elegance. There is a wide variety of accessories and items that can be matched with Quju, and different types of accessories can create different effects with Quju dress. Let's follow Hanfu Shidai (汉服世代) to learn more about it.   01 Dao Shan Dao Shan (刀扇), also known as Bian Shan (便扇), Bian Mian (便面), is a kind of Chinese traditional fan, used to cover the face, shaped like a door. Book of Han - Zhang Chang's Tale has recorded: "自以便面拊马 (patting a horse with a Bian Mian by himself)". Yan Shigu, the historian of the Tang Dynasty, also explained the function of the Bian Mian in his commentary on the Book of Han: “便面，所以障面，盖扇之类也。不欲见人，以此自障面，则得其便，故曰便面，亦曰屏面。” We can learn that the "Bian Mian" can be classified as a fan, but its focus is different, the main function of is not to fan the wind and cool, but to…

Hey everyone! College applications have been kicking my ass for the past few months so I've been pretty silent for a while, but I'm finally done—which means more hanfu content for you all to see! For those of you who don’t know me, I’m redsugar, or Tangtang (or a bajillion other variants of red and sugar in multiple languages that people have given to me as nicknames)! I’m a gender fluid Taiwanese-American hanfu designer based in the US. I’ve been part of the hanfuhouse community for a couple years now and written extensively about my historical research and designs.

4 handsome male traditional Chinese clothing style you'll probably want to try In 2020 Nowadays, it's common for boys to wear traditional Chinese clothes, but compared with girls' styles, Chinese men's costume styles are much less, but once boys wear Hanfu, Zhongshan suits, or other male Chinese style clothes, they will become irresistible. Today, I'd like to bring you 4 popular male traditional Chinese clothing styles and precautions when wearing.   4 popular style of male traditional Chinese clothing Round Collar Robe Round collar robes first appeared in the Shang Dynasty, one of the male traditional Chinese clothing. After the Wei, Jin and Southern and Northern Dynasties, the round collar robes began to actively absorb the characteristics of minority men costumes, but at the same time, they did not lose the original characteristics of the Han nationality. The Northern Wei Dynasty, founded by Xianbei people, began to dress as formal clothes and was popular from Sui and Tang Dynasties to the end of the Ming Dynasty. After the Song Dynasty, the round collar robe became one of the official costumes, which was also widely used in the later Ming Dynasty. The round collar robe of the Ming Dynasty became the…

Hey everyone! So there were a couple people in my hanfu server asking about what different kinds of measurements of hanfu were. I answered and did a little compilation of the most basic measurements that you'll see on most sizing charts, if you're choosing a size and buying from a vendor, as well as some that are often used to create patterns and the like. Hope that it's a helpful reference! I've included both traditional and simplified characters in this for better reading and some of my own notes as helpful explanations, let me know if there's any questions you need answered.   Body Measurements Let’s start with the basic measurements of your own body.  - Height. Usually in centimeters, if you don’t understand any of the other measurements, this is the one you want to go by. - weight. often comes up in either kg or lbs, and it’s pretty easy to figure out which one through common sense. I would recommend that you don’t trust this one too much though since everyone is like… a different density. - three rounds, the standard starting point for more detailed measurements. These include the three below: - the bust. Measure around…

As the weather heats up, we can finally swap out our heavy, warm winter shoes for a nice pair of traditional Chinese embroidered shoes that make us more beautiful when we go out in our Han Fu. There's a variety of styles for traditional Chinese embroidered shoes this year, and they're cost-effective too, let's take a look together! The colorful phoenix is dancing in the sky. These shoes have a white base and the colored embroidery threads are very versatile with all kinds of Han Fu. It comes with internal heightening and buckle strap function, which is both comfortable and leg-lengthening. The fragrance of the osmanthus, strolling with a charming smell. These versatile traditional Chinese embroidered shoes have a floral and woodsy element, perfect for a Han clothing outing, and come in a variety of colors to suit different needs. Speaking of lightness, we'll think of the white feather that falls through the air and whisks around on the toe. This shoe uses an understated design, making it versatile for both fashion and Han clothing. The wavy lace is full of girlish loveliness. Blue flashing flower embroidery with elegant and generous. Adding romantic pink-purple color and charming small beads makes…

With the trend of Hanfu, more and more girls are joining the Hanfu camp, but with the appearance of Hanfu homogenization, many girls are no longer satisfied with the current Hanfu wear, began to mix-match, mixing different elements together (for example, modern fashion elements and classic elements), look fashionable and generous. 1. What is "Western" and "Eastern" mixing? What is a mix of "Western" and "Eastern"? This is what we call "East meets West" style, just like the modified cheongsam, which combines Western modern elements with Chinese classical elegance, that is, East meets West style. The model in the picture is the extreme use of this style, grasping the essence, the Chinese Hanfu horse-face with Western-style hat and lace gloves combined with the wearing, actually has a different kind of elegant debutante style, compared to the traditional Chinese clothing collocation, appears more daily and modern. 2. How to mix-match to give more points to the overall image? ①How to choose Hanfu style? Due to the profoundness of Chinese culture, there are many different types of Hanfu, such as Tang, Song, Ming, etc. However, in order to better combine with the fashion elements, it is often better to choose the plain…

The cooler fall months are finally here, and there's no season with softer colors than fall. Have you figured out how to dress in this season? For a change of style for fall, choose classic and beautiful fall Hanfu. Let's see together what Hanfu Time brought Chinese costume for the female in autumn. 01 - Put on Golden Hanfu and Open Autumn Gold weaving is a common element in the Chinese clothing fabric, with the classic pattern of Zhuanghua silk (妆花, the most complex variety of Nanjing cloud brocade weaving process), a combination of the two, is the bling feeling, and gold weaving, as the name suggests is the fabric plus gold thread. In the Tang Dynasty, there were 14 kinds of gold weaving methods recorded in the literature, and in the Song Dynasty, there were also 18 kinds. The most prestigious gold-weaving dynasty is the Yuan dynasty, the noble life can be called extravagant, life with the daily quilt, curtains are also made of gold-weaving. As you can see, the weave is used a lot on the Mamian skirt and the Mamian skirt is perfect for the fall and winter season. 02 - Put on a Warm Bijia (比甲)…

Many of the first time Hanfu wearers may be confused about the layers of Hanfu wear, because we usually focus more on the outermost layer of clothing, so how do you choose the inside of the Hanfu skirt? Is it a Zhongku (中裤)? In this article, Han Time will introduce several styles that are suitable for matching inside Hanfu skirts to dispel your worries. Chen Qun (衬裙) The Chen Qun can be understood as the bottom version of the hanfu skirt, and the shape is the same as the outer skirt, but it can also be inconsistent. The Chen Qun that we see nowadays are mainly Ma Mian Qun style, pleated skirt style, and Po Qun style (破裙款). Chen Qun is worn for three purposes. The first role: is to increase the skirt's sense of fluff, play the role of skirt support. Another role: can be used as decoration, generally, now the Hanfu Chen Qun also has a decorative lace edge pattern, can reveal some of the lightness of the skirt under the outer skirt. The last role: the most important avoid being seen inside your skirt, in general, light-colored thinner fabric if there is no lining (i.e., single layer)…

Valentine's Day is a festival about love, romance, flowers, chocolate, and greeting cards. On this day, men and women send gifts to each other to express their love or friendship. In China, Qixi Festival (on the seventh of July in the lunar calendar), one of the traditional festivals, has the same meaning as Valentine's day. Qixi Festival is a traditional Chinese folk festival. Qixi Festival started in the Han Dynasty and flourished in the Song Dynasty. With the development of history, the Qixi Festival is endowed with the beautiful love legend of "Cowherd and Weaver Girl", which makes it become a festival symbolizing love, thus it is considered to be the most romantic traditional festival in China, and it also has the cultural meaning of "Chinese Valentine's Day" in modern times. the traditional customs of the Qixi Festival Legend of "Cowherd and Weaver Girl" It is said that every seventh day of July, magpies on earth will fly to the sky to build a magpie bridge for Cowherd and Weaver Girl in the galaxy so that they can meet each other. Weaver is a beautiful, intelligent, and handy fairy. On that night, ordinary women begged her for wisdom and dexterous…

No matter what field, red and black is a classic pairing, and we can often see red and black items in our daily life. In fact, this color scheme is the most used in the field of clothing, even in the Hanfu will often see red and black suits. Today we will look at a few exquisite red and black Chinese costume sets to see what it is like to be paired with an exuberant red and a dignified black. Among all the styles of Chinese costume, the U-collar Hanfu is among the best in terms of its thin effect. It is generally composed of three pieces of clothes, with a U-shaped collar on the upper body, a long sleeve inside, and a Banbi outside. The interior is usually a solid color, and the color of the upper Banbi (半臂) will be more abundant. Most of the embroidery or printing decoration will be concentrated on the upper Banbi. In this way, the upper body of two pieces of clothing together will appear very hierarchical. This kind of red and black U-collar Hanfu has a mysterious and profound color, and it also has a warm feeling. The U-collar design can show…

It's a hot summer day and time to argue whether or not summer is a good time to wear hanfu. As always, the answer I give remains that summer is perfect for wearing hanfu. In this article, we have found some cool hanfu styles for you, I hope it will help you with your summer hanfu dressing inspiration!   Beizi + Airplane sleeves + Pleated skirt Polka dot design and gradient color. Match the green of mint and the yellow of lemon together, and midsummer will become cool.   Song-style airplane sleeves + Xuan skirt The color is fresher and also in line with the popular color of 2021.   Ming-style short Shan + Pleated skirt The color is a vibrant summer model and the material is chiffon, which is not easily wrinkled. The pattern of the skirt is chosen to be checkered + summer plants, which is very suitable whether it is paired with hanfu of the same color, or with fashion.   Polka dot pleated skirt This Polka dot pleated skirt is very fresh, deep, and shallow small Polka dots do not show monotonous, with a round neck short shirt is very cute and daily.   Qixiong Shanqun…

As we all know, there are various types of Chinese long skirt, and it is hard not to be impressed by the classical and elegant patterns, with either plain or gorgeous embroidered prints, and various accessories that make the whole person look dignified and atmospheric. Today, we will introduce you to the hanfu set match with "Hua Niao Qun (花鸟裙, flower bird skirt)", which is elegant and does not look too plain. Hua Niao Qun, from the collection of the Kong Family Mansion (孔府旧藏), is one of the most artistically valuable, highly crafted and elegantly fresh of the Ma Mian Qun. Artifacts of Hua Niao Qun Modern restoration of Hua Niao Qun The dress depicts a vibrant scroll of flowers and birds, including cuddly mandarin ducks, hibiscus and kingfishers, heron and stone bamboo, pomegranate and lotus flowers, and brilliant red polygonum. Beautifully embroidered and detailed, wearing the Hua Niao Qun, you seem to have a garden on your skirt folds, fairy air.   The Fashion Principle of Hanfu "Hua Niao Qun" As the name implies, the "Hua Niao Qun" is a kind of Chinese long skirt combination of flowers and birds with the Hanfu style, which is embroidered on the…

Brief history on Chinese tool panbo and how it is different in the past when compared to Japanese tasuki. Vocab;  Panbo 襻膊/攀膊 (pàn bó) - a long strip of cloth to tied up the sleeves for working conveniences. What it is being called nowadays.  Bisheng 臂绳 (bì shéng) - "arm rope." Another way to call panbo (襻膊). Fubo 缚膊 (fù bó) - "bound." Another way to call it panbo. Gongtao 宫绦 (gōng tāo) - "norigae." Commonly a pendant worn by men with long ropes attached and wrapped around waist. Can be worn over hanfu belt or as a belt. It is a decorative accessory like a women's sachet.  Tasuki - Japanese name for calling the same products and usages.   History;  According Shěncóngwén's (沈從文) "Research on Ancient Chinese Outfit (中國古代服飾研究·宋百馬圖中馬伕)", panbo is a type of clothing invented in the Song Dynasty by working people for conveniency. It is to secure the long sleeves in a bundle with the panbo so that it won’t get in the way of performing tasks such as farming, cooking, and washing. Besides being called panbo, it is also known as 臂绳 (bì shéng), "arm rope." Shěncóngwén wrote "宋 人記廚娘事，就提及當時見過大場面的廚娘，用銀索襻膊進行烹調。可知它是 宋 代勞動人民為便於操作而發明的通用工具。特種的才用銀練索，一般大致不外絲麻作成。" Roughly translated as; "Song…

It's the season when everything is reviving and flowers are blooming. Let's welcome the bright spring together with the beautiful Hanfu. Today, I'd like to introduce some girls Hanfu style suitable for spring. Gradation Color Gradient color Hanfu is the first choice! The fusion and transition of various colors are full of mysterious and romantic atmosphere, which is absolutely beautiful. Candy-colored The candy-colored Hanfu is a very young color system, giving people a gentle and clear feeling. Fresh color Spring and summer season must be fresh blue, green, not only visually will show temperament, and will also make people happy! Eye-catching accessories In addition to the beautiful Hanfu, the appropriate accessories are also the necessary small things to wear. Embroidery veil Pure silk Pibo (披帛) Fans

The construction of the body of most hanfu tops and robes is what usually decides what ’type’ of hanfu it is. We’ll go over a few common types of hanfu and what features they have. There are, however, a few rules that pretty much all hanfu tends to follow: First, there’s always a seam down the middle of the back, meaning that the piece of clothing is made up of one piece of fabric on the left and one on the right, stitched together in the center. There’s also never a seam at the shoulder like we have in modern clothing—instead of the front and back being two different pieces of fabric, the front and back are made up of the same piece, just folded over the shoulder. Another thing to note is that while we often refer to tops and robes in hanfu as the two main categories, that isn’t how hanfu is really categorized, just a way for us to talk about the shape of things in English. Instead, we have the //chang2/long versions and //duan3/short versions of clothing, which can be applied to most categories of clothing that we separate by construction—the only difference is length. Short…

The Mamian Qun, or the horse-face skirt, is a traditional Chinese dress that has a long history and a rich culture, and its elegant and graceful style. However, in recent years, the Mamian Qun has undergone some changes and innovations, thanks to the creative efforts of some designers who have given it a modern twist. In this article, we will introduce you to eight modern Mamian Qun that are stunning and fashionable. These dresses combine the essence of tradition with the elements of innovation, creating a new trend of Chinese dress that you don’t want to miss.   Style 1 It features a simple design with a piece of leather buckle, which not only adds to the aesthetic appeal but also helps to keep the dress in place. The fabric used in this Mamian Qun is not prone to wrinkles, making it an ideal choice for those who prefer a neat and polished look. The pleat style is stable, ensuring that it retains its shape even after multiple washes. Furthermore, this Mamian Qun particularly striking in the way it reflects light, displaying a golden sheen that catches the eye and adds a touch of luxury.   Style 2 This Mamian…

Scholar, Chivalrous man, taoist priest, traditional Chinese Mens Clothing allows men to temporarily change style and experience another identity. In this article, Yizhi Keke's outfit guide is based on "Spring Men Hanfu" and provides the most comprehensive tips on how to wear Chinese mens clothing. If you master this way of dressing, then you can also explore the countless possibilities of your own personality and show your unique charm and style.   Tips of matching men's hanfu for spring Classical and simple color scheme The Chinese traditional color is derived from Chinese painting (ink painting), and its color mixing medium is mainly water, so the brightness and luminosity of the color itself will not change too much in the process of color intensity change. Therefore, the overall style of traditional Chinese colors is clear and transparent, and the picture is clean even multiple colors are integrated. When we match colors, we take "five colors - black, red, qing (青), white and yellow" as the basis, and choose different colors according to the specific style performance. If you want to maximize the performance of the mood and flavor of the dress, you can choose "black and white ink color scheme", ink…

Tomorrow is Chinese New Year's Eve, what kind of Hanfu are you all going to wear for New Year? Here are 5 cute girls Hanfu suits for Chinese New Year, let's welcome the Year of Ox together!   The first sets is the pink inter-colored printed Hezi Qun (诃子裙), lively and cute bear embroidery, and a red Daxiushan (大袖衫) outside. There is also a soft and cute bear charm with colorful beads and tassels design, full of fun. Instead of wrapping your whole body in red, mix and match red and pink, cute and festive!   The second set is suitable for wearing with your best friend, the spirit of red and quiet of blue, which color do you like more? The use of a variety of different "red", visually look layered and full of details! Printed with a small group of flowers on the Duijin Shan (对襟衫), embroidered with Jiegu (羯鼓) and cherry blossom petal skirt head, nearly 6 meters large skirt, light and comfortable fabric, pounce on the rich Tang dynasty style!   The third set is the classic red and white color scheme, embellished with bright denim elements, the most lovely and playful. White round neck shirt with…

As Chinese traditional dress continues to be promoted and popularized, more and more boys are also getting into Chinese clothing. So, what should men pay attention to when starting out with Chinese clothing? And how to avoid mistakes and buy the favorite Chinese traditional dress for man? Let's talk about that with you today! How to Choose the First Chinese Traditional Dress for Man? The man's first Chinese dress should be a set that is more daily, easy to match, unobtrusive and able to be worn with different occasions, don't choose a Chinese dress with wide sleeves, which is not friendly to beginners of Chinese costume. The colors can refer to your usual habit of buying clothes. Generally speaking, the color of men's clothes should not be too bright and gorgeous, navy blue, gray, and dark green are all good choices. If the skin tone is darker, try to choose dark clothes, clothes should not be too much color and not too much pattern. Also, try to avoid classic studio red and black color, and do not buy Chinese clothing in gold color. For white styles of Hanfu, you should also buy with caution. Although many people think that white…