Borrowing from Chinese imagination, Korean historical dramas are essentially plagiarizing Chinese elements. In South Korea, Chinese TV shows are not broadcasted, yet they plagiarize various elements from our traditional costume dramas, claiming them as their own, and portray Chinese people in a negative light with queue dramas. In reality, the revealing attire and white clothing are their national costumes. The Koreans in ancient times lacked even dyeing technology, with 97% wearing crudely made coarse clothing, while only 3% of the nobility could wear garments made from imported Chinese fabrics. Only a few nobles in ancient times received clothes as gifts from Chinese emperors. Now, they shamelessly claim the costumes in our traditional dramas as their own and attempt to beautify their impoverished and backward history. The beautiful hanboks we see today were actually redesigned by Japanese and Westerners after Japanese colonization, with modern elements added in recent times.
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Traditional costumes are currently very popular. Taking Hanfu as an example, previously out of a hundred people, there might not be one who liked Hanfu. Now, even elementary school students know about and understand Hanfu. Nowadays, on the streets, encountering ladies and gentlemen in Hanfu is quite common. Besides this, traditional costume dramas are also very popular. Turning on any channel, you can easily find a costume drama, many of which have become classics, cherished in many hearts. Today, let's take a look at some classic lines from these costume dramas.
Hanfu, the traditional ethnic attire of the Han Chinese, is commonly known as “the attire of the Huaxia civilization.” It typically features crossed collars, right-side closures, and lacks buttons, giving off an elegant and graceful impression. Here, “Han” refers to the Han ethnicity, not the Han dynasty. Hanfu is not just traditional costumes; it includes not only the clothing worn by our ancestors but also the attire we inherit and wear today, as well as the clothing our descendants will wear, inheriting the spirit and culture of Hanfu. Hanfu is our ethnic symbol and the key to reviving Huaxia culture, far more than just traditional costumes. Are Tang-style clothing and cheongsams Hanfu? No. So-called “Tang-style clothing” is based on the modern “riding coat,” while cheongsams and riding coats are derived from Manchu clothing. Whether they can be considered Manchu clothing is debatable, let alone Hanfu. What styles does Hanfu have? What is the style of formal attire?
Entering the scenic area, you'll notice many young women in Hanfu taking photos here. Wearing traditional costumes while strolling through the ancient city has become a unique feature of this scenic spot, and taking photos in traditional attire has become fashionable. The ancient commercial district retains intact streets such as the Main Street, Silk Market Street, and Silver Market Street, each with numerous attractions. Some old shops have become popular spots for visitors, making them feel like they've traveled through time. The ancient streets and buildings perfectly match traditional costumes. The figures of beauties in Hanfu constantly appear in places like the Dye Workshop, the Scholar's Mansion, and the Yang Family Courtyard, drawing envious glances from tourists.
Through studying ancient texts, we learn that Hanfu “originated in the Yellow Emperor era and was perfected during the Yao and Shun periods,” derived from the Yellow Emperor's creation of ceremonial robes. “The Yellow Emperor, Yao, and Shun ruled the world by wearing robes, taking inspiration from heaven and earth,” suggesting that the design of upper and lower garments was inspired by the heavens and thus sacred. At the beginning of the Yellow Emperor era, clothing referred to animal skins, which were still crudely made, lacking comfort and convenience. One day, the Yellow Emperor had an epiphany and transformed the animal skins into upper and lower parts: the upper part became the “yi” (top), and the lower part the “chang” (skirt). This upper-lower garment design is China's earliest form of clothing.
The final product of the transformation impresses even those who hold biases against niche fashion. Firstly, from the perspective of clothing style, the skirt design of Hanfu has been transformed into a Lolita-style halter dress, with a waist or slightly high-waisted halter design, lace trim around the neckline, and crisscross ties in front of the neck, giving off a distinct Lolita-style vibe. This style is both convenient and simple, suitable for various occasions.
Many experts in traditional literature do not support college students promoting Hanfu, stating that “most of them don't understand Hanfu.” Even now, many people still think Hanfu is clothing from the Han dynasty. The full name of Hanfu is “traditional attire of the Han nationality,” which took shape in the Zhou dynasty and was passed down through the Qin dynasty, with each dynasty making modifications based on their needs, rather than remaining unchanged. Many Hanfu we see online today have undergone certain modifications, with colors, patterns, and designs tailored to modern aesthetics. Why do many girls like wearing Hanfu today? Is it not because of its beauty?
In the fashion industry, the popular “broke sisters” style embodies unique cultures and personalities. To some extent, Hanfu, Lolita dresses, and JK uniforms complement each other. Separating any of these styles and combining them with other fashion styles can enhance the overall look. Fans of one style often mix and match them, or directly transform Hanfu into Lolita skirts.
In history, many elements came from other ethnic costumes. Boots, round-necked garments, sleeveless jackets, trousers, and headscarves, and even earrings, rings, and sashes are said to have originated from foreign lands. After learning these new costume elements, people modified and integrated them into their existing attire systems, becoming essential components. For example, round-necked garments, unearthed artifacts from Central Asia show a left-side closure with a red border in the front, but after being introduced to China, they were transformed into right-side closures, tied at the right shoulder; trousers, originally a type of pants worn by the Xianbei people, were worn as split skirts by people in the Southern dynasties, worn loose in daily life and tied up for battle.