Chinese Hanfu has a long history and has gone through several dynasties over thousands of years of development, during which time it has evolved and many representative Hanfu styles have emerged, learn more about them together through the exquisite illustrations from Jin Li Qing Nian.   Pre Qin Period China, one of the oldest civilizations in the world, has created a gorgeous dress culture as early as the Neolithic period. During the Spring, Autumn, and Warring States Periods, Chinese traditional clothing entered a stage of evolution Li (礼, ritual) was the rule, costume consciousness and the same structure as heaven and earth contain a profound Chinese philosophy. The complete He Dang Ku (合裆裤) already existed in the Western Zhou period. At this time, the main styles of clothing were the Mian Fu Zhi (冕服制) with the upper and lower garments, the one-piece Shen Yi Zhi (深衣制), and the Bian Fu Zhi (弁服制). The aristocratic ladies would also cut the back of their long dresses short, to reveal a floor-length skirt, creates a graceful and slender look. San Huang Zhu Yu Pei (三璜组玉佩)Jade pendant group, also known as a iscellaneous jade pendant, that is a combination of multiple different types of…

Hanfu shoes have a long history of development. About 5000 years ago, during the Yangshao culture, the most primitive shoes made of animal skin appeared. Shoes were the first tool for people to protect their feet from injury. Later, they gradually became a symbol of people's identity and status and witnessed many special historical processes.   Brief introduction of Hanfu shoes In Hanfu, shoes are called Zuyi (足衣, clothes on feet), there are various styles of ancient Chinese Hanfu shoes and boots, and their development has gone through the process from scratch, from simplicity to complexity, from coarseness to precision. From the earliest function of warmth preservation and protection, it has developed into a symbol of identity and status. Through shoes and socks, we can see the integration and progress of the development of Chinese civilization. The earliest shoes came into being with the appearance of fabric materials and the appearance of clothes. In ancient times, the raw materials of shoes were grass, linen, and leather. Moreover, the style of shoes was rather simple. According to the literature, the earliest shoes, no matter what material they are made of, are collectively referred to as "屦, jù". After the Warring States…

Hanfu only through continuous development, that can better integrate into modern society. Preserve the essence, innovate, and integrate the Hanfu into our daily wear. As a result, the new Chinese Hanfu style is emerging. In addition to the mainstream style of traditional hanfu that we know, there are several "new styles" that have emerged.   Style of Hanyang Zhezhong Hanyang Zhezhong (汉洋折衷, combine of Hanfu & Western-style) style is probably the most famous of these styles, referring to the combination of traditional Chinese Hanfu style with modern avant-garde art. Because along with Hanfu, Lolita and other clothes were also developed. Some of the classical lolita styles originated from European court dressing styles. Generally speaking, Hanyang Zhezhong is a blend of Hanfu or Han elements with some European style dressing elements or accessories, which gives a new visual experience. This style of dressing is not only elegant, but also relatively more daily. With the continuous development of this style, there are more and more creative collocations. Most of Hanyang Zhezhong styles are Ming Hanfu, probably because the Ming Hanfu is closer to the modern aesthetic. Often decorated with lace and pearls, with some European court style headgear. Similar to Hanyang Zhezhong's style, there…

In the New Year when everything is reviving. There is nothing better than a wedding banquet to bring people joy. It is undoubtedly the dream of many Hanfu lovers to hold a Hanfu wedding. In a traditional Hanfu wedding, the vintage costumes and rituals, the dreamlike wedding scenes, the unchanging love, and vows, are revisited again and again in the traditional ceremony, becoming more profound and ritualistic. The blogger "Jingzhishisui (静知时岁)" spent two years preparing a Ming-style wedding for herself, from etiquette, clothing, to the process, are very attentive, rich in detail and full of ritual are breathtaking, let's take a look. 01 Costumes for Chinese Hanfu Wedding Thousands of years ago, the old ancestors gave us the main color of the Chinese wedding scene - red. In order to better prepare for this Chinese Hanfu wedding, the first thing that "Jingzhishisui" did was to choose and match the wedding costumes, the main wedding costume was a Mangpao (蟒袍) and a Dashan Xiapei (大衫霞帔) , while the groom's main wedding costume was a Douniu round neck robe (斗牛圆领袍). The headdress is also very elaborate, the bride's headdress is "Sanlongliangfengguan (three dragons and two phoenix crown)", using traditional techniques, the style…

The development of Chinese motifs has a rich history, with each era having its own unique design themes and styles. Throughout history, it has been discovered that from the graphics and symbols that emerged during the primitive era of humanity, to the present day where we classify art into different categories, some commonly used themes such as floral motifs, dragon and phoenix motifs, cloud motifs, and geometric motifs have continued to exist from ancient times to the present day, and have even remained unchanged. What has changed is that the same theme has different characteristics in different eras due to differences in the expression of artificial craftsmanship. Traditional Chinese Hanfu clothing emphasizes a harmonious blend of temperament and style, and in order to not destroy the overall effect of the clothing while also making its style versatile, changes in the motifs along the lapel edges of the clothing have become an important means of decoration. From the perspective of artistic expression, motifs can be divided into abstract, figurative, and imagery forms. In the application of clothing edges, motifs are generally divided into geometric, animal, plant, and auspicious character motifs.   Abstract form - geometric pattern The decorative motifs in the…

After thousands of years of history, Chinese Hanfu styles are extremely diverse. However, the Hanfu recognized today mainly refers to the costumes of powerful dynasties such as Han, Tang, Song, and Ming, and is also the main basis for contemporary Hanfu design. There is no longer to consider the hierarchy in wearing modern Hanfu, with a richer mix of colors, patterns, and fabrics. Modern Hanfu designs are more simple and more comfortable, incorporating more fashionable elements while not losing beauty. Hanfu enthusiasts can choose and match Hanfu according to their own style and preference. However, because of its distinctive national characteristics, following certain wearing etiquette will definitely make the wearer more elegant and confident.   The Origin of Hanfu Chinese Hanfu is the traditional costume of the Han people. How did the name originate? How is it worn? What is the relationship between Han Chinese costume and Chinese culture? These questions can not be explained in a few words. First of all, we need to understand the origin of the Han Chinese, the early Han Chinese set the tone for the dress of later generations. Hua Xia The Han originated from Huaxia. The term "Huaxia (华夏)" was first used in…

Traditional Chinese hanfu costumes has been pursued by many young people. The bustling streets and crowded scenic spots are often decorated with people’s figure in hanfu. Some enthusiasts even actively hold activities for traditional cultural communication. Chinese ancient clothing culture has a long history, from the top officials to the common people, there are corresponding clothing requirements according to different social status in ancient China.   I. Classification of Traditional Chinese Hanfu Clothing Ancient Chinese women's hanfu clothing can be divided into three parts: Shou Fu (首服, headwear), Ti Fu (体服, main clothing), and Zu Fu (足服, footwear). Although the styles are varied, they can be generally divided into upper and lower garments or up-and-down-attached style. Before the Western Zhou Dynasty, clothing was mainly upper and lower garments. The upper garment was called "Yi (衣)", and the lower garment was called "Chang (裳)". During the Spring and Autumn and Warring States period, people combined the upper garment and lower garment into one piece of clothing, which was called "Shen Yi (深衣)". "Shenyi" has been the representative clothing of the Spring and Autumn and Warring States period. Many documents have recorded its characteristics. The annotation in The Book of Rites - Shenyi…

The practice of wearing hanfu, traditional clothing that originated in ancient China, has gained popularity in recent years among some Chinese people. There are several reasons why people choose to wear hanfu: Cultural pride: Wearing hanfu can be a way for people to express their pride in Chinese culture and history. Hanfu is seen as a symbol of the country's rich cultural heritage, and wearing it can help connect people to their roots. Aesthetics: Many people find hanfu to be beautiful and elegant, and enjoy the way it looks and feels. Some people choose to wear hanfu for special occasions, such as weddings or festivals because it is seen as more formal and traditional than modern clothing. Sense of identity: Some wearers see hanfu as a way to distinguish themselves from others and assert their individuality. In a world where many people dress in similar styles, wearing hanfu can be a way to stand out and express oneself. Historical reenactment: For some, wearing hanfu is a way to participate in historical reenactments or cosplay events. These individuals may be interested in the history and culture of ancient China and want to immerse themselves in that world. Overall, the decision to…

Finally, I would like to recommend a movie directed by Chen Kaige, "Legend of the Demon Cat," which showcases the open and inclusive nature of Tang Dynasty's Hanfu. In "Legend of the Demon Cat," Yang Guifei wears a white dress, stands on phoenix cushions, holds red silk, and is adorned in a long red robe with golden embroidery that sways in the air (as shown in the following image). The costume design in this drama goes beyond just the clothing and shoes; it also pays great attention to hairstyles and eyebrows, highlighting Yang Guifei's central role and allowing the audience to feel the prosperity of the Tang Dynasty. Images sourced from the internet, please delete if copyrighted. Images sourced from the internet, please delete if copyrighted. Hanfu Information: Ranking of Beautiful Models for Hanfu Merchants on Sina Weibo. This ranking is based on beautiful models who have photographed merchandise for Hanfu merchants, using their follower count on Sina Weibo as of June 22, 2017, to compile the Top Ten Hanfu Beauty Models on Weibo for 2017. New entries this year include Chen Cuoa, Hei Ni Weiba Le, and Zhong Manfei_ZMF. It should be noted that non-merchandise photoshoots, self-shot merchandise photos…

The photo album "Hanfu" is collected and organized by users of 5 Tietu Network, including cosplay Bai Suzhen CN: Nick Jun Xu Ke's movie "Green Snake"... CN White Snake: Liuyan Green Snake: Jiuchen cosplay Wang Zuxian version..., traditional Hanfu with Wei-Jin style overcoat, Xiaociong Liangcai original design retro oblique-button Chinese-style improved flag..., round fan traditional Hanfu cosplay Bai Suzhen CN: ??? Xu Ke..., traditional Hanfu cosplay Bai Suzhen CN: ??? Xu Ke's movie..., round fan traditional Hanfu cosplay Bai Suzhen CN: ??? Xu Ke..., traditional Hanfu improved Tang-style clothing, ancient style traditional Hanfu folding fan and flute... sword in hand, wandering in the world. Nowadays, many people like to wear Hanfu, and improved Hanfu can better adapt to modern lifestyles, making it more convenient and beautiful to wear. So, what kind of shoes should we match with improved Hanfu? Improved Hanfu can be paired with different colored retro embroidered cloth shoes, generally light-colored embroidered cloth shoes. The culture of Hanfu is very old, and there are also many accessories that go well with Hanfu, including shoes. Different styles of Hanfu can be matched with different colors and styles of shoes, ensuring a harmonious overall appearance, which will make wearing Hanfu…

Summary Modern Hanfu, also known as New style Hanfu, originates from the traditional classical dress style of the Han ethnic group and retains its typical formal characteristics, but innovates by combining it with the diverse wearing situations and fashion aesthetics of the current public. The core features of modern hanfu are: innovation, openness, and contextual diversity. While retaining the basic forms and aesthetics of ancient hanfu, modern hanfu has gained more and more popular among consumers in recent years by innovating its design to fit modern people's dressing habits and aesthetics, making it an everyday look. With the return of traditional Chinese culture to the mainstream, there are more and more hanfu with new styles. From both the cultural and productive point of view, the future of the new style hanfu industry is very promising.   The basic situation of the modern Hanfu industry Modernization and daily use will drive the industry further The market size of the modern hanfu industry in 2021 is 1.4 billion dollars, up 6.4% year-on-year, slowing down relative to the past five years. This is partly because of the decline in the ability and willingness of consumers to purchase due to factors such as the…

When I first heard that the children would be appearing in traditional Hanfu at the online Spring Festival Gala, I was very excited. I also noticed that many people were sharing an old post of mine featuring ancient costumes. I am deeply grateful for everyone's attention and love for my work, but since the set of costumes I shared previously is not authentic Hanfu, to avoid any unnecessary trouble, I hope everyone refrains from sharing it too much (the Weibo post has been made private, but there are still some personal posts with pictures of the costume set; I'm currently communicating with them to have these removed). I've also compiled a post about Hanfu to help educate others. I look forward to seeing the children's Hanfu outfits at the online Spring Festival Gala. In recent years, due to the influence of popular historical dramas, many young people have developed a strong interest in traditional clothing culture. For example, someone designed a cute cartoon character wearing Hanfu to promote Hanfu origami. She played the role of Cheng Caiyu, a smart and composed young lady of the Changfeng Escort Agency in the mainland historical martial arts drama "New Bodyguard: The Jadeite Doll."…

Xiao Zhan is a very popular actor right now, and he rose to fame through ancient costume dramas. The image shown is of Xiao Zhan's ancient costume look with a high ponytail. The high ponytail gives off a carefree and unrestrained vibe, combined with Xiao Zhan's face, making him appear ethereal, even exuding a sense of chivalry that would undoubtedly captivate countless girls in a martial arts drama. Unfortunately, this appearance didn't make it into the TV series, leaving everyone with some regret. Hengdian has recently seen a wave of ancient costume drama shoots, "The Bone That Was Whispering" being one of them currently in production. "The Bone That Was Whispering" is adapted from an online novel that has already been tested by the market and has many fans online. Although they are master and apprentice in the drama, Xiao Zhan is really suitable for playing handsome men in ancient costumes. With Ren Min's appearance, she looks beautiful and lively, perfectly matching Xiao Zhan. Shot without any special effects or beautification filters, Xiao Zhan held up under the original camera, looking handsome and exquisite, making it hard not to pay attention to him. Xiao Zhan worked with Wang Bo on…

Beizi (褙子), a kind of traditional Chinese attire, began in the Sui Dynasty, both men and women can wear it. The style of Beizi is mainly straight collar and Duijin, with no stitching from the armpit on both sides. It is often worn outside other clothes. Popular in Song and Ming Dynasties.   Beizi began in the Sui Dynasty. There are two ways of saying about the origin of the name of Beizi, one is Beizi means that when a person walks, his back should be straight to support his back and body; the other is the clothes that Beizi used to wear by servant, because the servant often stands behind the mistress, so gets the name. In the Song Dynasty, both the queen and the nobility, as well as the maidservants and ordinary people, all liked to wear Beizi. At the same time, it is also the formal dress of women in the Song Dynasty. Style Song Dynasty In the Song Dynasty, there were three kinds of collar styles: straight collar style was worn by women; slant cross collar style; round collar style was worn by men on formal occasions. The length of the Beizi varies, the front is…

Tete's cross-dressing in ancient costumes is very popular in Chongqing's Hanfu circle, with countless fans following her. "Often girls jokingly call me 'husband', and sometimes when I wear men's Hanfu to events, I even meet girls who take the initiative to add me on WeChat. For example, there's a girl named 'Kengkeng' who added me on WeChat and would come chat with me every now and then, jokingly confessing and asking me to be her boyfriend, and often bringing me large bags of snacks..." Tete told Upstream News · Chongqing Evening News slow news reporters that she has gained many female friends by cross-dressing in Hanfu. Chen Jiyun has a Taiwanese customer introduced by a local customer, Ms. Li. Ms. Li really likes Chen Jiyun's Hanfu and made five or six sets, wearing them in rotation, and posted pictures of herself wearing them on her WeChat Moments, where they were seen by a Taiwanese friend surnamed Lai. Upon learning that the Hanfu was handmade by Chen Jiyun, Ms. Lai immediately contacted Chen Jiyun via WeChat. Since then, whenever Ms. Lai wanted to buy Hanfu, she would video chat with Chen Jiyun on WeChat and tell her about the styles and…

Hanfu sleeve types include many classic styles, such as wide sleeves, chuihu sleeves, and drooping beard sleeves. Each sleeve type has its unique historical background and design characteristics. These gorgeous sleeve shapes have undergone a long process of development, forming an important part of the Han costume culture, and have been loved and inherited by many Han costume enthusiasts in modern times. The sleeve types of Hanfu clothing are very diverse, with different sleeve designs for different periods, social status, and occasions. The following are some common Hanfu sleeve types. Straight Sleeves Its characteristic is that the sleeve is straight and tubular, with no too many wrinkles and folds from the shoulder to the cuff, which is relatively simple. During the Han Dynasty, straight sleeves were one of the formal clothes worn by officials, literati, and other upper-class men, usually worn in combination with long shirts, mandarin coats, and other lower clothing. There are generally two types of straight sleeves: long sleeves and short sleeves. Long sleeves generally reach to the wrist and are suitable for wearing in cold weather, while short sleeves are suitable for wearing in warm seasons. The straight sleeve design is simple and straightforward, and is…

Hanfu is not equal to the Han Dynasty costume, it is the general name of Han nationality clothing. And in the vast history, there are many kinds of patterns for men’s Hanfu. ShenYi Shenyi belongs to Hanfu. It originated from the Yu family, the first king of the Yu Dynasty. It wrapped the tops and skirts together and cut them separately but sewed them up and down. Generally speaking, it means that the upper garment is connected with the lower garment, and the edge is made of cloth of different colors. The feature is that the body is hidden and elegant. The reason why Shenyi is the leader of group clothing is not only in its system form but also in the upper and lower clothing, which has been popular for the longest time. Although it is a Han suit, its history has been developing to the Qing Dynasty. After the similar robe and other clothing types are based on deep clothing, gradually developed. Da Chang The modern meaning of cloak is coat and overcoat, which is the most common coat style in Hanfu. The cloak is one of the traditional clothing of Han nationality, also known as a cloak,…

The cinnabar color is the most representative of Chinese charm, and the blonde lady holds a traditional Chinese round fan that uses cinnabar color, paired with the ancient noble golden color. It is elegant and classical, exuding an oriental style! It is beautiful and full of fairy-like qualities! In ancient times, gold represented power and status; the lower part of the fan handle is inlaid with a golden phoenix spreading its wings, adding to its noble aura. The moment she covers her face with the fan, it instantly brings out the allure and grace of a woman. The most popular game was the riddle guessing competition to win hand-painted fans. Prior to this, the Yiban Development Center had initiated a hand-painted fan activity among all students at the school. After voting by the entire school, six winners were selected for first, second, and third prizes. The painted fans included elements of traditional Mid-Autumn Festival culture such as mooncakes, hanfu, the moon, lanterns, rabbits, osmanthus trees, pomegranates, and reunion. Riddles were hung on the fan handles, and those who guessed correctly could win the fan. On-site speakers were also set up for the little brothers and sisters to showcase their singing…

On April 3rd, media reported sightings of many beautiful Chinese women wearing Hanfu performing flash mobs in New York's Times Square. This scene not only attracted Chinese audiences but also drew the attention of many foreigners. For Chinese people, seeing traditional Chinese attire being worn and danced in foreign streets, attracting the attention of passersby, undoubtedly evokes a sense of national pride. Hanfu began to gain popularity during the late Ming and early Qing dynasties. It can be said that Hanfu not only embodies the heritage of Chinese etiquette culture but also represents unique ethnic styles. As traditional clothing of the Han nationality, Hanfu reflects China's titles as the "Land of Etiquette" and "Splendid China," showcasing the profound wisdom of Chinese history. Hanfu can be considered an exquisite work of art, embodying the craftsmanship of China. Flash mobs are a popular international phenomenon where participants gather at designated locations to perform unexpected actions such as singing, dancing, or other surprising behaviors, then quickly disperse. The sight of these beautiful Chinese women performing a flash mob in Hanfu on the streets of New York is truly commendable. The appearance of ancient-costumed beauties on the streets, upon inquiry, revealed they were all…

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