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A Fashion Journey Through Chang An: Exquisite Hanfu Traditional Motifs in the Movie
The animated historical film "Chang An," produced by Light Chaser Animation Studios and directed by Xie Junwei and Zou Jing, was released on July 8, 2023. Set against the backdrop of the prosperous Tang Dynasty, the film depicts the chaos that engulfed Chang'an after the An Lushan Rebellion. In this tumultuous time, Gao Shi reminisces about his past with Li Bai. What makes this film remarkable is not only its portrayal of a realistic and captivating Li Bai but also its presentation of the poignant stories between Li Bai and Gao Shi throughout their lives. It showcases their encounters with other prominent figures of the Tang Dynasty such as Du Fu and Wang Wei, capturing the splendorous era they lived in and showcasing the infinite charm of poetry and culture. Recently sparked heated discussions among netizens after its release. The film showcases the charm of Eastern aesthetics, allowing viewers to travel through time and experience the splendorous Tang Dynasty. In addition to the essence of Tang style emanating from poetry, the intricate motifs on the characters' costumes in the film also reveal the beauty of lines within China's long historical river. Patterns, simply put, refer to decorative designs. Ancient people drew… -
4 Types of Hanfu Skirt Hem Length
A detailed descriptions of hanfu skirt's hem. There are different hem lengths to a hanfu skirt, you can follow these descriptions to choose the one suitable for you. Introduction When it comes to hanfu, many beginners can only tell the difference between the dress by their physical characteristics and match them to the overall outfit from a particular dynasty. Besides that, when choosing hanfu, they will only pay attention to the hanfu skirt suitable to their height and that’s it. But, putting the styles and length of the skirt aside, there is also the hem’s length that can make the entire skirt of a hanfu look different when worn. The length of the hem will be the bottom horizontal edge of the skirt. The smaller the length is then the more restrictions the skirt will be able to spread and vice versa. Here we will be introducing a few of the hanfu hem’s lengths, phrases Chinese hanfu ethusiasts have for them, and their difference compared to each other when worn. Skirt Head (裙头): the head of the skirt, the very top of the skirt where there is no folds and where you tie the belt. Generally speaking, the head of… -
How to Match Pantone’s Color of 2022 – Very Peri in Your Hanfu
Since the epidemic, what exactly is the color that can give a refreshing feeling? PANTONE gave their answer: Very Peri, which has a very beautiful Chinese name 长春花蓝 (periwinkle blue). How to integrate it in your 2022 hanfu wear, follow Han Time to find out. Pantone's Color of 2022 - Very Peri Just a few days ago, PANTONE announced the color of the year 2022, Very Peri. Very Peri is not a conventional color, but a blend of more than two colors. Perhaps it is the presence of the fantasy personality of Metaverse and the color of COVID-19, but it gives it a sense of the times to rise to the occasion and meet the newness of everything. Some people call it purple-blue, simple and straightforward, but also shows that it is between blue and purple, a blend of purple elegance, blue quiet. In fact, this color also carries a sense of haze, which makes people fall into it. Very Peri, should be a representative of warmth and sensuality. In China, periwinkle is kind of a greenhouse flower, like sunshine, fear of moisture, if maintain the appropriate temperature and ventilation, then the four seasons can be planted. In the… -
How to Make a Hanfu (3) – DIY Hanfu Vest
Made this vest from the last of white striped chiffon. I am not patient enough to be a tutorial contributor. I like experimenting on sewing projects. So, after several encouragements from friends on here, I share this with everyone. Okay. I have made a hanfu outfit earlier and with some leftover material I decided to make this vest. Now, I have been unsure of myself. I worked with just a length of the material. So I modeled the pattern after a dui jin shan. Just without the sleeves. The result is two pieces after I cut the arm hole in. I then had to strew them lengthwise and mark out where to cut the inlet for the dui jin neck curve. Then, I began to sew from the spine together first. I had to use the inverse seamline method, because of how chiffon is. Next, the seams for the sides. So there it is: a vest without the trims. 😀 The trims and hemming weren't as difficult as I thought, because everything was straight lines. I did have to manipulate the neckline a little to fit the trim band. I made the neck collar extra long to leave the ends… -
Top 10 Traditional Chinese Outfits Loved by Hanfu Fans 2021
Have you bought hanfu in 2021? Which hanfu styles are your favorite? Here's a list of the popular traditional Chinese outfits - hanfu of 2021 for you. Includes 4 Tang Dynasty hanfu, 1 Song Dynasty hanfu, 5 Ming Dynasty hanfu. Tang Style 1 Each color scheme is super fresh, the whole body is Tencel chiffon fabric, skin-friendly and comfortable, drape enough, the upper body is thin, suitable for spring and summer season. 2 This set of Tang Beizi's print fresh and elegant, inside the round neck shirt goose yellow solid color, thin, not suitable for single wear. One-piece inter-color skirt, skirt printed with gold flower pattern, the whole set of fresh and elegant and more everyday. 3 Unlike other Tang style hanfu dresses, this style is more colorful, with a multicolor inter-color skirt plus a two-color blouse with a dark pattern underlining, the whole is understated and lively, full of details. 4 Qixiong Shanqun style has always been popular. And broadcast of drama "The Long Ballad" and "Luoyang", also set off a tang wind boom. The overall fresh and elegant, soft chiffon fabric, light and breathable, drape enough. Song Style 5 The whole set of… -
How to Wear Hanfu (1) – Quju Shenyi
Quju Shenyi (曲裾深衣) is a formal outfit with several layers worn mainly for ceremonial purposes. Come and get for details on how to wear Hanfu Quju Shenyi. History of Quju Shenyi Quju Shenyi is a common style during the Qin (秦, 221- 206 BCE) and subsequent Han (汉, 202 BCE- 220 CE) dynasties, you can find similar styles of Shen Yi in various archaeological discoveries. The style introducing today is a short version of the wrap-around Quju Shenyi, designed largely based on unearthed clay and wooden figurines. Most of these artifacts were found inside the Mawangdui (马王堆) archaeological site of the Western Han Dynasty. Unfortunately, after the Han Dynasty, this style decreased in popularity and was later on completely lost. So it’s almost impossible at this point to replicate it. Now let’s take a look at the individual pieces and how to wear them. Wear inner garments of Quju Shenyi The word Quju refers to the curved hem, and Shenyi is one of the most basic forms of Hanfu which is made up of the upper and lower garment, sewed together at the waist. Shenyi is an outer coat, so people usually wear inner garments made of cotton… -
How to Wear Hanfu: Covers Most Hanfu Styles – Updating
An integrated article on how to wear Hanfu, and will use step-by-step pictures and videos to explain most Hanfu style and matching. It will give you an easier way to get to know the traditional Chinese costume. How to wear Hanfu - Shenyi Quju Shenyi (曲裾深衣) How to wear Hanfu - Ruqun (Shanqun) Qixiong Ruqun (齐胸襦裙) Qiyao Ruqun (齐腰襦裙) Hezi (诃子) How to wear Hanfu - Song style Songku (宋裤) How to wear Hanfu - Ming style Jiaoling Aoqun (交领袄裙) Hanfu Vests-Bijia (比甲) Standing Collar Jacket (立领衫) Sheer fabric Hanfu shirt (竖领对襟纱衫) Ma Mian Skirt (马面裙) Related Contents Hanfu Pibo Tie Hanfu Skirts There are also plenty of topics in the Hanfu group about how to wear Hanfu: How to wear Wei and Jin hanfu How to wear Duijin Ruqun How to wear Tang dynasty Da Xiu Shan (big sleeve shirt) How to wear Tang dynasty Hezi Qun How to wear Tang dynasty robe How to wear Song dynasty robe How to wear Song dynasty Hanfu How to wear modern Song style Hanfu How to wear Ming dynasty stand collar Hanfu How to wear Ming Dynasty Ao and Mamian Qun How to wear Ming dynasty Hua… -
Christmas Element Hanfu – The Best Gift for Winter
Christmas is coming, want to dress yourself up for Christmas? Want to prepare any gifts at Christmas? We have prepared Hanfu and accessories that are especially suitable for Christmas. I hope you like them. (There are many pictures. It is recommended to open them and browse under the WiFi network.) 01 Ao (马面裙)+ Horse-faced Skirt 02 Ao + Bijia (比甲) 03 Top + Half Sleeve + Skirt 04 Ao + Skirt 05 Chang Ao + Horse-faced Skirt 06 Ao + Skirt 07 Ao + Bijia + Skirt 08 Ao + Cloak + Horse-faced Skirt Accessories: Hairband 10 Hairpin Han element clothing: -
2022 Winter Hanfu Matching Color Tips
Winter hanfu dressing wear can probably be summarized as two different types. One is a short lining top + pants and skirt overlay, the other is to rely on a long coat or thick enough outerwear to keep warm. No matter which types is used, matching is the top priority, no one want to become dressed bloated in winter! Follow Hanfu Times to find your winter Hanfu inspiration. Eye-catching Colors There are many color-matching principles that can be applied in winter hanfu. Clever matching can also make you more brilliant, such as color clash matching. Bright colors can choose peacock green, olive, treasure blue, and other blue and green cool shades. If choose warm colors, it will enlarge the sense of expansion. The middle color can be used as beige, light white, and more natural. The olive color is more suitable for wearing as a jacket, inside with black or khaki. If you wear it inside, it is recommended to add a belt. The lapel jacket + airplane sleeves + two pieces of skirt can be worn as a change of season in autumn and winter. Black with floral patterns, light series of solid colors with white, are bright enough.… -
4 Restored Hanfu Styles Take You to the Extreme Aesthetics of the Ancients
Nowadays, classical traditional culture has become popular, and people are getting more and more fond of Guofeng and Gufeng elements, and hanfu is a big hit, gradually evolving from a niche hobby into a popular style of dress. With the increase of people who understand and love hanfu, the style of hanfu has also started to "update", and the majority of hanfu seen on the market now are improved styles that have undergone processing and fusion. Are there any restored hanfu styles that are based on cultural relics or ancient paintings? Do they truly reflect the clothing styles of ancient people? In this article, we have compiled 4 restored hanfu styles, so let's take a look at the aesthetics of the ancient people! 01 Large Sleeve Ru of Wei, Jin and North and South Dynasties This set of hanfu with narrow arms and large sleeves, based on the fragment of the ancient relic "Jin Yuan Ling Large Sleeve (锦缘绫大袖)" and the Northern Dynasty "Xie Wang Yi (撷網衣)" and stone murals, and the complete sleeve shape restored from the fragment was used as the prototype to create a unique sleeve shape with a narrow joint and a wide cuff. This… -
How to Wear Hanfu (3) – Tang Dynasty Qiyao Ruqun
Ruqun (襦裙), is one of the earliest and most basic forms of Hanfu. Ru means top garment, and Qun means skirt. There are two types of Ruqun if categorized by where the skirt is tied, one with the skirt tied above the chest (the chest-high Ruqun - Qixiong Ruqun), and the other one is tied on the waist, and for today, we are going to talk about the waist-high Ruqun - Qiyao Ruqun. Let's take a look at history and how to wear the Qiyao Ruqun. 1: History of Qiyao Ruqun Ruqun is one of the styles under the Yi Chang (衣裳) category of hanfu, Yi Chang basically means top and skirt, although traditional Chinese clothing varied greatly from each dynasty to the next, the few basic styles remained unchanged for the most part. During the Tang Dynasty, other than the iconic Qixiong Ruqun, a variety of Qiyao Ruqun styles were also in favor. In this famous Chinese painting “Night Revels of Han Xizai (韩熙载夜宴图)”, all the musician ladies were wearing Qiyao Ruqun, with bold and vibrant colors. 2: Wear the Top Garment of Qiyao Ruqun Unlike Qixiong Ruqun, you have to wear a camisole with the Qiyao… -
Hanfu in Components I: Introduction
Hey again everyone! I’m super excited to be introducing a new series that I’m going to be writing over the next few… days? weeks? However much time it takes me to get all of this out! This collection of articles, Hanfu in Components, is a perfect introduction for those of you semi-newbies who feel a little overwhelmed by all the different kinds of hanfu and want to learn more beyond the very basics but can’t find the best place to start. We’ll break down hanfu into its basic components, talk about what parts make up a piece of han clothing, and briefly explore the shape, history, and pattern of each part so that you can get familiar with the way that hanfu is pieced together, no deep historical background needed. WHAT THIS SERIES WILL COVER Introduction (this article) Hanfu Construction Tops & Robes (Body) Sleeves Collars Putting it All Together WHAT THIS SERIES WON’T COVER (may change in the future): Skirts (but you can find my article about Types of Hanfu Skirts here! Also may change in the future) Pants (may change in the future) Hanfu underlayers (but you can find my article about Basics of Hanfu Underlayers here!… -
5 Styles of Gender-Neutral Hanfu
Now that we've talked about gender neutrality and men's hanfu, let's explore some unisex hanfu that are traditionally enjoyed by everyone! In my last two articles, I talked about men’s hanfu and also my personal experience with hanfu as a gender-fluid person, meaning that my gender can change over time. But much of hanfu doesn’t distinguish between female and male, and the gender norms of ancient China differ between the dynasties and can contrast sharply with the definitions of feminine and masculine today. Let’s explore some of the most popular gender-neutral hanfu! Waist-High Ruqun / Yichang ( / ) Noto only is the waist-high ruqun one of the most popular styles of women’s hanfu, it’s also probably the most popular style of all hanfu, whether men’s, women’s, or something in between. For good reason, too—the silhouette of the ruqun is beautiful, allowing the high waist to be cinched in for a more feminine silhouette and accentuating the shoulders of a masculine silhouette, with long pleated skirts making the bodyline look longer. Men’s ruqun can sometimes be called yichang, but it’s essentially the same kind of clothing: a ru or yi as the top, usually cross-collared and long sleeves, and a… -
Recreating Historical Hanfu Makeup – Bloger Xiao Zhuang
The thriving hanfu and its derivative culture are coming back into the public view in a creative, distinct, and diverse way, lending its light and color back to the energetic youth. In this article, follow "THE GREAT SHOKUNIN" and meet Hanfu makeup blogger @Xiao Zhuang (小庄). Creative Ancient Hanfu Makeup The account @Xiao Zhuang is actually run jointly by two Hanfu enthusiasts, with makeup, appearances, editing and post generally handled by Qing Qing (晴晴), while photography and filming are done by Xiao Zhuang. Qing Qing They have collaborated on over 200 videos, the most popular of which is the series "The Beauty of China's Millennium", which has received nearly 10 million views. In this series, Qing Qing restored the history of the evolution of makeup, hairstyles, accessories, and hanfu clothing of the Tang, Song, and Ming dynasties. Before this, we mostly got a glimpse of ancient women's grooming, makeup and lifestyle from ancient TV dramas, but the style was mostly uniform, lacking in creativity and sophistication. On the contrary, in Xiao Zhuang's video, you can fully experience the changes of women's makeup and costume in different dynasties. Taking the Tang Dynasty makeup of this series as an example, the… -
Latest Sweet Couples Hanfu Costume
If your partner is also struggling to find a couple's costume, why not try a couple's hanfu costume? Here are our recommend couples' costumes that will take your “best couple” status to the next level. 1. Immortal Crane Costume (仙鹤服) Since ancient times, cranes have the meaning of auspiciousness, loyalty, and longevity. In ancient times, cranes were second only to phoenixes. Cranes are sage-like type, be placed with a good moral. Immortal crane costume combines pine, crane, moon and cloud elements, delicate and elegant, not complicated. 2. Untellable Secrets (夜语迟) A string moon hangs in the night sky, and a mist floats on the lake. The breeze gently blows the bamboo on the shore, and clusters of wild chrysanthemums sway in the wind. It's like the soul of a couple lingering in their dreams. Strong feelings of missing but dare not express, light green, like shallow feelings. The most inadvertent, but the most exciting. Suitable for spring and summer wear! 3. Mondrian's hanfu (奕彩) The design is inspired by Mondrian's classic red, yellow and blue composition. Fashionable color matching design sweeps all kinds of street photography! Wear it with your boyfriend and earn a full turnaround rate! 4. Cursive Calligraphy… -
4 of The Best Parent & Child Hanfu Costume Ideas
Hanfu has always been a kind of fairy feeling. When Hanfu is worn on a lovely child, there is another kind of feeling, too cute. If you're searching for hanfu costume ideas or just opened this post to see some cute kids in hanfu attire, the four Chinese costumes recommended in this article will give you a surprise. 1. Painted skin 2. LinLang 3. Lotus 4. Jade Pool Which one do you like best? Welcome to share with me. -
3 Hanfu Items to Match Your Autumn Fashion
The beauty of autumn is that you can apply different dressing rules even though the seasonal temperature changes. Blending hanfu and fashion elements together to explode with an unforgettable sense of tradition and fashion. In this article, Hanfu Times recommends three types of hanfu items and the best dressing principles for fall to find your own fall hanfu street fashion. Round Neck Shirt/Robe The round neck shirt/robe is the most suitable hanfu item for all skin types and body types. The collar can be decorated with nice buttons and can be folded into different lapel styles, which can be worn as a top or as a windbreaker jacket depending on the thickness of the material. The cuffs can be added or modified with cufflinks, turning them into arrow sleeves or bubble sleeves, suitable for a mix of different personalities. The lower skirt can be mixed with a Poqun, or a Mamianqun. If it is a solid color, the waist and then add a medium width belt, can cover the original skirt waist, but also to trim the body shape. The bottom can also be mixed with fashion pants, fashion chinos, lantern pants, or wide-legged pants. Stand Collar Shirt… -
2022 Chinese Scholar’s Garden Hanfu Outing
Hey everyone—a little busy as of late, but rest assured that I am not dead! I just had to pop back to belatedly report on the 2022 Scholar's Garden Hanfu Outing organized by Yulan/Chlobaltblue in our hanfu discord server community! This half-day event consisted of a photoshoot and group dinner on July 30th, 2022 in the New York Chinese Scholar's Garden with a small group of eight people attending. People from all over New England joined us for this outing, from Conneticut residents to Boston students flying all the way up to Staten Island. Unfortunately I was not one of those people, but I'm here to share with you all the pictures and experience that my sister provided! I'll also be doing a brief summary of some of the outfits that everyone is wearing. Some of our members had their own sets, while others borrowed from each other. A majority of our outfits were Wei/Jin Style ()outfits which consisted of a zhequn, cross collar top, and daxiushan. Ani also wore a Ming-style summer set, with a modified zhuyao with pearl buttons in the front to mimic the zimu buttons of a zhuyao and a Ming helingshan, a style that greatly resembles the… -
Banbi – The Best Hanfu in Summer
In hot summer, light Hanfu becomes the first choice, and Banbi (半臂, half-arm) is a good match single product. Banbi Origin Banbi is a kind of short-sleeved jacket in ancient China, was developed from the half sleeve of the Han and Wei Dynasties. The length of the Banbi reaches the waist, sleeves less than elbow length. Suitable for work, so it is popular among people. Affected by Huhua, it became a modern dress for women in Sui and Tang Dynasties. Banbi later appeared in a large number of murals, figurines, and other cultural relics in the Sui and Tang Dynasties. Banbi's Style and Matching Banbi was very popular in the early Tang Dynasty, which was related to wearing a small sleeve jacket at that time. In the late Tang Dynasty after the flourishing Tang Dynasty, clothes gradually became fat, wearing large sleeve shirts outside, Banbi can no longer be worn outside, in this period, the scope of application of Banbi gradually narrowed. In Tang Dynasty, Banbi were mainly worn with long skirts, usually on coats. Banbi has two styles, a symmetrical collar, and a pullover U-shaped low collar. Some have the same pattern as clothes. In the early Tang Dynasty,… -
Pick a Gradient Color Hanfu for Your Spring!
In April, the gradient colors are used to dress up everything in new colorful clothes. Between light and shadow, it seems to board a ball through time. And this color jump, is the beauty of the breakthrough between fashion and tradition. And gradient colors, the application of the same colorful in Hanfu, let's take a look at what the Hanfu Time brings us the latest gradient color Hanfu. 01 The extension of color The word "color" as we understand it today did not refer to color in ancient times, but to the color of the face. It was not until the Tang Dynasty that the word "color" was used as a generic term for the colors of nature. At that time, the culture of the Tang Dynasty was open and tolerant, and the demand for aesthetics in clothing, food, housing, and transportation was also unprecedentedly prosperous. The development and application of color in different fields were relatively proficient, resulting in the most representative Tang Sancai (唐三彩, Tang Dynasty pottery), Cao Mu Ran (草木染, plants dyeing, the use of natural vegetable dyes to color textiles), Tang makeup, etc., which also created the concept of the earliest color system in China. Tang…
