The wedding ceremony is the essence of ancient Chinese traditional culture. In ancient times, when the girl went out of the pavilion, there were red sedan chairs and a huge procession of honor guards to greet the bride. After worshipping heaven and earth, they would lift their heads again. The bride was dressed in a Chinese dress with a phoenix crown and a bridegroom in a top scholar’s suit. It has become a new fashion for modern people to pursue cultural roots and regain traditional folk customs. But the traditional bride’s dress, can bring the brilliance which only once in the woman’s life, lets the person lifelong unforgettable, leaves the good memory. She wears a beautiful Phoenix crown on her head and a red square scarf on her head. She wears a red silk shirt inside and a red robe with embroidery on her outside. She wears a sky lock on her neck and a demon lens on her chest. She wears a red skirt, red trousers and red satin embroidered shoes. She is so charming and charming that she gives herself a happy and unforgettable wedding. The design of traditional lapel and classic stand collar is perfectly combined with…

Recently, the popularity of Mamian Qun (horse face skirt) shows no sign of waning. On November 23rd, at the opening night of VOGUE Forces of Fashion, Tong Yao's appearance in a Mamian Qun caught the attention of netizens. Mamian Qun are gradually integrating into our vision and lives. In light of this trend, I believe many people are eagerly longing to own a horse-face skirt, so let us follow the Hanfu Shidai explore the details to consider when selecting and styling a horse face skirt.   I. Selection Stage Step 1: Size First and foremost, a suitable size that fits and contours to the body curves is crucial for a perfect outfit. Similar to a suit, one can choose to follow the size chart or opt for made-to-measure when selecting a Mamian Qun. Whether based on the size chart or personalized tailoring, the primary measurements to consider are height, waist circumference, and hip circumference. These factors will influence the choice of skirt length, waist length, and hem circumference. If we choose to purchase online, merchants often provide a size chart for customers to make their selection. By referring to the table, one can choose accordingly based on their own size…

Fans of Hanfu will often see that all the games will launch a collaboration with Hanfu so that the players can break the sub-dimension and have the same style as the Paper Man. Let's go through a list with the game's collision with the Hanfu/Chinese elements today, it's interesting for what kind of collaborations will be created.   Eastward Legend: the Empyrean collaboration with Hanfu Eastward Legend: the Empyrean（Abbreviation: E3） launched a collaboration with Chinese elements for the "10th Anniversary" in August last year. - the lovely wedding costume of Tang Wedding and invited ten chivalrous couples to "Chang'an", the ancient capital of the Tang Dynasty, to recreate the Tang wedding in the Tang Hibiscus Garden, it can be really admired. Now, this Hanfu is on the shelves, including two kinds of wide sleeve shirts, two kinds of round collar robes, shirt & skirt set, and the Qixiong Shanqun set, etc. It is estimated that many people who are both E3 players and Hanfu fans are going to be in love with each other in reality.   Fantasy Westward Journey collaboration with Hanfu Fantasy Westward Journey（Abbreviation: XYQ） 3D End 2019 launched Wang Yibo the same Han element collaborative clothing, and…

The Evolution of Hanfu Hanfu, the Chinese costume, the traditional Chinese clothing system, also known as Chinese clothing, can not be confused with "Tang suit" and "kimono". Its origins can be traced back to “Xuanyuan, Huangdi is wearing clothes and the world is ruled” from the Yanhuang(炎黄) era, and the world ruled until the end of the Ming Dynasty (mid-17th century). Based on the national culture of the Han nationality (and the predecessor of the Han nationality the Huaxia nationality), a clothing system with national characteristics was formed in the process of natural cultural development and ethnic integration. The Composition of a Complete Set of Hanfu Hanfu, the Chinese costume, is divided into a formal dress and negligee. From the style of composition, mainly divided into: "Yishang(衣裳) system": (The clothes worn in the upper body and the skirt worn in the lower body are separate,), "Yishangsystem" is the earliest uniform in Hua Xia nation. "Shenyi(深衣) system": (The clothes worn in the upper body and the skirts worn in the lower body are stitched together.). "Ruqun(襦裙) system" (Ru mean short top). "Tongcai(通裁) system" (Long shirt, cloak. Tongcai means that connected without a seam, and 'ShenYi' is sewed together after cutting). Among these…

As a niche costume, Hanfu not only carries the Han culture but also has an antique style and a different kind of classical beauty. When wearing Hanfu, of course, the accessories of Hanfu are indispensable. Hanfu accessories play an important role in the collocation of Hanfu, which can make the whole Hanfu more beautiful. This article will share with you the common accessories in Hanfu. 1.Hairpin(簪子) Hairpin is one of the most well-known Hanfu accessories, and also one of the most common Hanfu accessories. Hairpins come in various shapes and styles, with tassels, glaze, jade, and gold leaf. After inserting the hairpin on the original ordinary hair accessory, his temperament immediately improved by two grades. Hairpins are generally divided into two types, metal hairpins, and wooden hairpins. Generally speaking, the former is more fancy and complicated while the latter is simple. The choice of style can be matched according to the style of the Hanfu dress. But although the hairpin selection threshold is low, the use of the threshold is indeed relatively high. If you want to use the hairpin well and keep it in place, you need to be proficient in coiling skills. 2.Hairband(发带) In many Hanfu models will be…

This section contains Shuhe (裋褐). Size range: 165/88A to 185/104A). Please read the introduction of the topic and how to use this guide in advance. Introduction Shuhe (裋褐), also known as "Duan Da (短打)", originally meant a coarse cloth upper garment woven with coarse hemp or animal hair, was a simple cross-collar upper garment worn by commoners in ancient China, usually with looser pants underneath, mostly used for casual wear or work clothes. The basic features of the Shuhe are Jiao Ling You Ren (交领右衽, cross collar and wrapping the right side before the left), the shortest sleeve length over the wrist, the longest slightly beyond the fingertips, mostly straight sleeves or arrow sleeves, narrower cuffs, the length of the garment to below the waist, the longest above the knee, and the two sides need to be divided into slits. Shuhe can not simply be equated with the cloth worn by the poor, although this garment can not do the formal occasions worn by the dress, but its use is very wide, and the use of Shuhe is determined by its characteristics, because wearing Shuhe more convenient for action, so it has become a daily work, farming, long-distance travel necessary…

On January 31, the "Experience China - In Dubai Expo" event hosted by the State Council Information Office of China and the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade was unveiled at the China Pavilion of Dubai Expo. Activities such as "Elephant Travel Tour", "Panda Live", Hanfu show, and traditional Chinese costume music flash mob, bringing a strong Chinese atmosphere to the Dubai Expo. "Elephant Travel Tour" In 2021, a group of Yunnan elephants "runaway" attracted the world's attention, and under the silent guardianship of countless Chinese people, the elephants finally returned home after a long journey, creating a world-class spectacle. Dubai children greet visitors at the Expo "Panda Live" The "Elephant Travel Tour" exhibition recreates the behind-the-scenes story of a loving journey of human-elephant symbiosis with the newly born baby elephants as the first point of view during the elephant journey. The naive giant panda has become the most recognizable Chinese cultural symbol. The event opened a "Panda Live" at the Dubai Expo site, inviting visitors from all over the world to watch the daily life of the panda family. In the context of the epidemic, the happy life of pandas has a magical "healing effect" and makes…

When it comes to winter, everyone's choice of clothing color scheme may focus on black, white and gray, or darker colors that are grayish. But in traditional hanfu winter wear, you can be as imaginative as you want, whether it's the color scheme or the pattern design. Take a look at these three winter hanfu wearing styling and let them inspire your winter hanfu matching!   Look 1 Generally speaking, wearing clothes with lower color purity will highlight the merits of the features, the first set using lotus root pink color scheme, breaking the gray winter a touch of mild bright color. The pattern is inspired by the Ming dynasty Shu brocade pattern - diamond lattice flower group pattern brocade, meaning auspicious and reunion. The Duan Ao with a standing collar generally makes the wearer long and slender, highlighting the beauty of the body. The fabric is made of high-grade double-sided tweed fabric, warm and comfortable, girlish. Baidie skirt using silk embroidery thread, embroidered all over the skirt, the thread quality is soft, excellent luster, the surface is silky smooth. The planets with the track and snowflakes intertwined play, winter atmosphere is also warm and harmonious. The embroidery of the…

Ancient paintings are one of the most important ways to explore the ancient traditional Hanfu, and the Hanfu styles in some classic famous paintings are even more popular among Hanfu enthusiasts. The charm of the Wei and Jin dynasties, the gracefulness of the Tang Dynasty, the elegance of the Song Dynasty, just flow into reality from ancient paintings. Today, take a look at those restored Hanfu costumes from ancient paintings!   Court Ladies Preparing Newly Woven Silk Court Ladies Preparing Newly Woven Silk (Dao Lian Tu, 捣练圖) shows women at work pounding, weaving, ironing and sewing, and is an important custom painting of the Tang Dynasty. The women in the painting are voluptuous and dressed in various colors of Qixiong dresses, if looking closely, you can see that the fabric is decorated with colorful patterns, mainly with Tuan Hua (团花). At present, there are some restored Court Ladies Preparing Newly Woven Silk hanfu, which can be said to be very nicely restored in color and pattern, fresh, natural and antique style.   A Palace Concert A Palace Concert (Tang Ren Gong Le Tu, 唐人宫乐图) depicts the life of court lady at a banquet during the late Tang Dynasty. Around the…

Hanfu is a traditional Chinese national costume. The overall style is solemn, atmospheric, elegant, and flexible, which fully reflects the Han nationality’s soft and quiet, elegant and detached, and calm national character. Lolita style clothing, rising in Japan, has formed a clothing style. Mainly from the Victorian period of European women’s wear, mixed with Gothic, punk, and other elements. These elements include lace, lace, fluffy skirts, bows, ribbons, etc. When two completely different styles of clothing culture merge in different ways, what kind of sparks will collide? Let’s take a look at the collision between Chinese Hanfu and Lolita style clothing, what kind of wearing style is derived? 1. Integration of clothing elements Lolita’s Chinese style is one of Lolita’s innovative styles influenced by Chinese traditional clothing culture. For example, a Chinese style pattern is printed on Lolita’s skirt. Or we can print Lolita style prints on Chinese traditional costumes, Hanfu and Qipao. Does this kind of innovation make your eyes shine? Traditional Hanfu has never stopped innovating. Now many Hanfu has tried lace, chiffon, and other fabrics of non-traditional fabrics.For example, the traditional Hanfu with lace cloud shoulder is a very Lolita style. Or make a slight change in…

Nowadays, the retro style is becoming popular no matter what. In the entertainment domain, the vintage trend is unstoppable, and a series of vintage singers are coming strongly into the limelight. In our daily life, cosplay is also a popular form of entertainment. In recent years, Chinese traditional dress has also become quietly popular, let's take a look at the Chinese traditional dress for girls of 12 constellations what it looks like. Chinese Traditional Dress for Girls of 12 Aries Aries girls are usually lively, kind, and simple. They are best suited for this red gradient Chinese dress, which is full of enthusiasm and a sense of fairy spirit. The body of this Qixiong Ruqun is embellished with floral koi embroidery, and the skirt outer yarn uses a gradient process with the embroidery for a more energetic, but also full of spiritual fluidity, perfect for an Aries girl. Chinese Traditional Dress for Girls of 12 Taurus Taurus girls are more docile, thoughtful, and friendly. The embroidery on the white green Chinese dress reminds one of a lotus pond in the summer breeze, and the rest of her life is peaceful, sitting and watching the clouds roll in and listening to…

Imagine strolling through a bustling market, exploring popular tourist spots, or heading to work or school, all while dressed in a flowing, wide-sleeved hanfu. This traditional Chinese attire, rich with historical charm, has become the latest fashion craze among people in China. Hanfu, with its deep roots in Chinese tradition, resonates with a growing appreciation for cultural heritage and aesthetics. Once reserved for special occasions or photo shoots, hanfu is now becoming a common sight in everyday life, from shopping trips to daily commutes. The Soaring Popularity of Hanfu In recent years, the influence of Chinese traditional culture has surged, bolstered by cultural festivals like China Huafu Day and various tourism events. This cultural wave has significantly boosted hanfu's popularity. A notable incident involving an international brand allegedly copying the "mamianqun" (a type of pleated skirt) further heightened awareness and interest in hanfu. Hanfu is no longer confined to specific groups. Its appeal has spread across genders, ages, and city tiers, reaching a wide audience. From first-tier cities to cultural tourism hotspots, hanfu consumption is expanding geographically. Currently, the primary consumers of hanfu are young women. First-tier and cultural tourism cities are the main markets, with rapid growth rates. Interestingly,…

The China Spring Festival Gala of 2024 received high praise, with the program "Nian Jin" providing a delightful surprise to the audience. Liu Tao, Liu Shishi, Li Qin, and Guan Xiaotong appeared on stage in costumes from different dynasties such as Han, Tang, Song, and Ming, leading a group of Hanfu girls to present a visual feast of traditional culture to the audience. Hanfu has finally gained recognition once again, being showcased to people nationwide and even worldwide. Behind this success lies a movement called the "Hanfu Revival" that has been unfolding over the past twenty years. Countless enthusiasts of Hanfu, undaunted by criticism, have cherished traditional values, all in the pursuit of reviving the attire of the Han people that was once stripped away. From facing scrutiny to now being ubiquitous, how has the revival of Hanfu come to this point, and what drives their unwavering dedication? In 2003, a group of awakeners and practitioners of Han culture began to gather on a forum called Han Wang, where one of the main topics of discussion was Hanfu. Despite being relegated to the sidelines of history during the late Ming and early Qing dynasties, Hanfu, as a traditional attire of…

After the evolution of different dynasties, there are many styles and collar types. Today, Fashion Hanfu will introduce 6 common collar types of Chinese Hanfu for you. 1. JiaoLing (Cross collar) JiaoLing (Cross collar) Hanfu is a kind of collar type often seen in Hanfu, which is a typical feature of Hanfu collar type. Jiao Ling, as the name implies, refers to the front of the garment left and right intersection. The lapel of Hanfu is usually covered to the right with the letter Y, called the right lapel. The characteristics of right Lapel appeared at the beginning of the birth of Hanfu and have been continuing and influencing some ethnic costumes with deep Sinicization. It is the most original, basic, and a core feature of Hanfu. JiaoLing (Cross collar) 2. TanLing (Tan collar) TanLing (Tan collar), also known as u-collar, is one of the Han collar types. It is a kind of short coat developed by ShangRu since Wei and Jin Dynasties. It was very popular in the Tang Dynasty. So you can see a lot of this kind of dress in Dunhuang murals. The clothing with flat collar is usually tight, such as narrow sleeves and narrow waist.…

As Hanfu has received more and more attention and has important cultural significance, Hanfu is becoming a popular cultural trend. More and more Hanfu lovers take Hanfu to the streets and are seen by the public. However, due to the rapid development of Hanfu, many people are not clear about Hanfu and drama costumes, and even regard Hanfu as drama costumes. In this article, we will make a simple distinction and explanation between Hanfu and opera costumes from the aspects of the definition, style, design, and use. Hanfu is Hanfu, and the opera costume is opera costume, they are different. It may be that the opera costumes are inspired by Hanfu, so there are some similarities in appearance, but a careful study shows that there are great differences between them. Definition Hanfu, the abbreviation of Chinese Han traditional costumes, carries more than 30 kinds of intangible traditional culture and arts and crafts. Hanfu can be divided into two stages: ancient traditional Hanfu and modern Hanfu. The ancient traditional Hanfu originated from the clothes created by the Yellow Emperor and disappeared in the early Qing Dynasty. It is a self-contained clothing culture system; Modern Hanfu is a national traditional dress system…

The Hanfu Movement has lasted for more than 10 years. Today hanfu is becoming popular, we could see more and more young people wearing hanfu clothes on the streets of China. Looking at the last decade, many people have mixed opinions about it. So let's take a look at the latest views on the Hanfu Movement in 2021. What is the Hanfu Movement? First of all, we should know that hanfu is the traditional costume of Chinese Han nationality. Since the Qing dynasty, it has been abolished for more than 300 years. With the development of China in the 21st century, the living conditions of the people have been continuously improved. The Han people realize that their traditional clothes should not be forgotten any more and began to revive the traditional Han clothing, this is the origin of the Hanfu movement. It's also part of the revival of traditional Chinese culture. We interviewed people from different regions and collected many opinions through online and offline, sort out these views listed as pros & cons, and neutral. And we also hope to hear your particular opinion on this topic. One should understand that when we discussing the national costume or clothing…

Originally published in China Youth Magazine, Issue 10, 2021 @Correspondent: Fan Tuan (饭团) In recent years, there is a phenomenon that people can easily notice: more and more people in "ancient costumes" walking in the streets, they have wide robes and large sleeves, fluttering clothes, forming a landscape of their own, and most of them are young people. Their clothing is called Hanfu (汉服), and they call each other "Tongpao (同袍)" "Paozi (袍子)". So, what is Hanfu? Why are young people so keen on the Hanfu revival? How can ordinary people become Hanfu Tongpao? In this article, we interviewed 10 Hanfu Tongpao. Among them, there are ordinary people, leaders of Hanfu societies, Hanfu models, businessmen, and social media celebrities. Let's get closer to Hanfu in the stories of Tongpao.   Which Hanfu styles does Tongpao prefer? Hanfu, also known as Han Yi Guan, Han Zhuang, and Hua Fu, is a unique Han style and accessory system that was formed through a natural evolution from the reign of the Yellow Emperor to the middle of the 17th century AD (late Ming and early Qing dynasties) in the main areas where the Han people lived, with the "Huaxia-Han" culture as the background…

As an important component of traditional Chinese culture, Hanfu’s status and role in modern life have attracted much attention. Wearing Hanfu is not only a way of dressing, but also a way of inheriting and promoting traditional Chinese culture. So what is the status and role of Hanfu in modern life. Fashion Industry Hanfu is playing an increasingly important role in the fashion industry. In the past, people’s definition of fashion mainly referred to Western fashion, but in recent years, Hanfu has gradually been recognized and accepted by people. Nowadays, wearing Hanfu has become a new trend in the fashion industry, and more and more young people are starting to try wearing Hanfu. Hanfu not only pursues beauty in design, but also fully reflects the characteristics and charm of Chinese culture. Therefore, Hanfu is also favored by more and more designers. Cultural Inheritance Hanfu plays an irreplaceable role in cultural inheritance. Hanfu, as an important component of traditional Chinese culture, plays an irreplaceable role in cultural inheritance. Wearing Hanfu not only allows people to understand the connotation and charm of traditional Chinese culture, but also enables young people to receive education and influence from traditional culture. Therefore, in some cultural…

It might not be the first time you've heard of Hanfu (汉服). This kind of traditional Chinese costume has been discussed by media around the world frequently. More and more Hanfu events are being held, and more and more people are trying to wear traditional costumes. When browsing social media, you can often see beautiful pictures of Hanfu dresses. Even many people have incorporated them into their daily life. What types of groups are fancy in Hanfu? What are their original intentions of buying and wearing Hanfu? What attractiveness does Hanfu suit have? and more... This new report will introduce to you the current environment of Hanfu in several aspects. Hanfu lovers taking photos in the Forbidden City of Beijing. I. The Overall Situation of Hanfu Rapid Development of Hanfu Industry The revival of Hanfu culture began in 2003. An electric worker named Wang Letian walked with Hanfu on the street to promote it. This was the first person who wear Hanfu in the public. Currently, there are more than 1300 Hanfu cultural associations in the world in 2017, and there are more than 2000 in 2019, an increase of 46% can be seen in these two years. In China,…

On the evening of November 27, the Hollywood Christmas Parade was held on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles as scheduled. A total of 5,000 performers participated in the Parade. The Chinese community in Southern California was also invited by the organizers, led by the Southern California Federation of Chinese Associations organization, to send a mega lineup of 160 participants, including dragon and lion dancers, waist drums, martial arts, and cheongsam. Among them, the notable one was the hanfu square formed by 25 Southern California hanfu enthusiasts. The Sino Us Performing Arts Organization selected 25 performers from numerous applicants, covering the age range of 9 to over 50 years old, hoping to introduce Chinese hanfu costumes and traditional Chinese culture to audiences through the parade. The members of the hanfu parade were dressed in typical hanfu costumes of the Tang, Song and Ming dynasties, and they wore fine hair ornaments and head crowns, elegant and gorgeous makeup, full of classical beauty and charm. The martial artist's majesty, the lady's elegance and charm, and the child's innocence and cuteness are displayed in their fullest extent. History and reality seem to melt into one in a flash.   Original link