Ancient Style Hanfu

The Modern Hanfu Enthusiast Sensen, a Hanfu enthusiast born after 1995, regularly finds herself glued to her phone, watching Hanfu live shopping sessions on Douyin (the Chinese version of TikTok), even though her wardrobe is already bursting with various styles of Hanfu. "Last year, the Ma Mian skirt was in vogue, but this year, it's all about the new Chinese style," she says, making another purchase as a model twirls in her screen. In recent years, there has been a comprehensive revival of traditional Chinese culture, and Hanfu, which was once confined to niche circles, has become a new fashion trend. More young people, like Sensen, are being introduced to Hanfu through platforms like Douyin, experiencing a journey from unfamiliarity to curiosity, eventually embracing and promoting Hanfu culture. The Meteoric Rise of Hanfu A recent report by the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center at Peking University HSBC Business School and the Zhiwei Research Institute highlights the explosive growth of Hanfu enthusiasts, with the number of aficionados expanding more than 30-fold over the past decade, reaching 9.98 million in 2023. The increasing demand has turned various e-commerce platforms into crucial venues for Hanfu purchases. By 2024, the market size for Hanfu in…...

Nowadays, the ancient Chinese style costumes often appear in Korean historical dramas, which shows that many Chinese elements have become popular. Whether it is the unique fairy style of China or the aesthetic of narrow headbands, they have all become popular styles. On the basis of these Chinese-style costumes, designers will further optimize them, which gives Chinese audiences a feeling of "the costumes look like those in Chinese historical dramas, but the details are different." Behind the "Chineseization" of Korean drama costumes: the world influence of Chinese dramas improves. The popularity of Chinese-style clothing has been increasing. Nowadays, not only young women but also children love to wear traditional Chinese-style hanfu dresses because not only are the clothes beautiful, but people's demeanor changes when wearing them. Especially now, there are various styles of children's hanfu dresses, some suitable for summer and others for winter, but many children cannot dress themselves. So, how do you dress children in traditional Chinese-style hanfu dresses, and where can I find videos on how to dress children in traditional costumes? Currently, there's a trend of hanfu style. On Weibo, Douyin, and Kuaishou, there are some ladies and gentlemen walking around in hanfu on the streets…...

This cloak, what color of clothes does it go well with? How to match white and black cloaks? Matching tips for slimming woolen coats: Yellowish-white is suitable for matching with black as a cloak! The specific matching method for black clothing is as follows: Wear a long black sweater coat, which is both warm and slimming. Pair it with an off-white base layer and a pleated short skirt in dark red, plus black long boots, and then add a wine-red scarf. Warm tones create a sweet and cute Japanese style. Wear a long black woolen coat with snowflakes. Simple sketches of women's traditional Hanfu costumes. Add WeChat for cute animated characters from the show, like simple sketches of birds flying in the sky. The style is a long robe, how to draw Halloween spider webs in traditional style, with accessories such as traditional skirts. If you want to use constellation pictures as desktop wallpapers but don't know which ones are good-looking, here are some compiled by the editor, see if there are any you like and choose one as your wallpaper. Wearing Hanfu has become increasingly popular nowadays because the current styles of Hanfu are very beautiful, and people also…...

Every winter, the whistling cold wind has become the standard, especially in the northern part of China, it is often cold. In ancient times, without heating and air conditioning, how did people survive the cold winter? House Warmth: Fire wall and Kang In cold winter, a warm house is undoubtedly the best way to keep warm. In ancient times, fireplace, firewall, and so on are good heat preservation way. People build the walls of a house into a hollow sandwich wall. Under the wall, there is a fire passage. There are holes at the end of the fire passage, which can discharge smoke. The carbon mouth for adding fire is under the eaves of the house. After the charcoal fire burns, the heat can be transferred to the whole house along the sandwich wall. This kind of sandwich wall is called a “firewall”. Warm Food: Warm wine, hot pot In winter, the human body has a high demand for heat, and ancients will choose to eat some warm food as much as possible. Ginger, mutton, and so on. The ancients believed that drinking alcohol can also warm the body. So people like to sit around the stove in the cold…...

A good ancient costume can definitely add a lot to a drama, and every time everyone chases an ancient drama, they like to see the colorful clothes in the drama. The most common colors are white, red, and black, with some characters using color to highlight their characteristics. Recently, Weibo has been discussing "charming white-clothed characters," and ancient costumes in white always have a fairy-like feeling. Here are the "white-clothed beauties" from the 2020 ancient dramas: Yuan Bingyan in "The Night 2" is very fairy-like, but Yang Mi in "Eternal Love" is still the most beautiful! The photos he took later for a game were even more divine, dressed in white robes with silver hair and a red flame pattern between his eyebrows, adding a touch of enchanting charm, like a fox spirit prince, ethereal yet bewitching. Yang Yang and Liu Yifei starred together in the movie version of "Eternal Love in Ten Miles of Peach Blossoms." Although it was criticized to pieces, both of their looks were still very impressive, especially their ancient costumes. However, his works in ancient costumes are relatively few, and it's a pity that such good-looking features don't appear more in ancient dramas. The above-mentioned…...

The Ming Dynasty Hanfu Lolita hairstyle is a perfect blend of traditional Chinese Hanfu culture and the romantic Lolita style from the West. This elegant hairstyle not only demonstrates the charm of Hanfu but also incorporates the romantic qualities of Lolita fashion, making it a favorite among both Hanfu enthusiasts and Lolita fans. Below, I will take you through an in-depth understanding of the origins, characteristics, and how to match outfits with the Ming Dynasty Hanfu Lolita hairstyle. One: Origin The origin of the Ming Dynasty Hanfu Lolita hairstyle can be traced back to the Ming Dynasty, when the popular "jiazi hua" (peacock flower) hairstyle was elegant and became a fashion symbol for the royal family, nobles, and wealthy merchants. Later, as times changed, this hairstyle gradually faded away, but in recent years it has received renewed attention and become one of the classic hairstyles of Ming Dynasty Hanfu. Two: Characteristics 1. High and Puffed-up Bun Decorations: The Ming Dynasty Hanfu Lolita hairstyle mainly features high and puffed-up bun decorations. Through weaving, shaping, and other techniques, the hair accessories are made fluffy and wide, delicate and soft like clouds, exuding a luxurious and noble atmosphere. 2. Colorful Headbands and Hair…...

The waist-level ruqun is a type of ruqun, wearable by both men and women. As the skirt waist aligns with the waist, it is called "waist-level ruqun". This type of Hanfu's upper garment can be divided into cross-collar or straight-collar (cross-front). Cross-collar refers to a Y-shaped neckline with ties on the right side; straight-collar has two ties on either side that can be tied at the front. Therefore, the waist-level ruqun can be further categorized into cross-collar waist-level ruqun and straight-collar waist-level ruqun. The waist-level ruqun accentuates one's figure, especially those with slender waists will have a unique charm when wearing it. However, I do have a small suggestion: How should I put this? I am also 50 inches tall and weigh just under 90 pounds but close to it. When I first got into Hanfu, my favorite was the chest-level ruqun and this type of cross-collar waist-level ruqun. My first piece of Hanfu was a chest-level ruqun. Later, I planned to buy a waist-level one, but a friend said it wouldn't suit me because I am relatively short and wearing a waist-level would make me look like I have a 50-50 body ratio, which isn't attractive. So, I abandoned…...

When it comes to the most suitable Hanfu for the 2 constellations, everyone knows that some people ask which are the most suitable constellations for ancient costumes, and which constellations have the most gorgeous ancient costumes? In addition, some people want to know which constellation women are best suited to wear Hanfu, and which will attract the most romantic luck when wearing Hanfu? Do you know what's going on here? Actually, who among the 2 constellations has the most stunning ancient appearance after time travel? Let's take a look at which of the 2 constellations is most suitable for ancient costumes, and which are the most gorgeous ancient costumes? I hope this can help everyone. With a face like a female lead in a drama, yet with only the fate of a supporting role, this probably describes Yang Rong. Since her debut, the number of ancient costume roles Yang Rong has played is truly countless, and her acting skills are also very good, not to mention her appearance, which isn't bad either. It's just that she is a bit short. How come she hasn't become a big star? This is something many people find puzzling and regrettable. However, she herself…...

"Who says you have no clothes? I share with you as comrades in arms." Fans of Hanfu like to call each other "comrades in arms," and Xu Yi, 20 years old, is one of them. Xu Yi is a student majoring in Chinese Language at the China University of Communications and also the president of the Zijin Hanfu Club at her school. Having loved watching historical dramas since childhood, she started getting into Hanfu in junior high school and joined a Hanfu club in high school. "From simply thinking it looked nice, to developing a curious mindset, and finally being captivated by the cultural essence of Hanfu," Xu Yi describes her journey into the world of Hanfu. "Hey, dear, come look! They look great shooting arrows in Hanfu!" During preparation for the competition, two women practicing archery drew attention. It turns out they were from the Archery Association of Guizhou University for Nationalities. Wang Juan, 22 years old, said she was a fourth-year animation major at the College of Humanities and Science of Guizhou University for Nationalities. Because she enjoys traditional Chinese painting in her spare time, she gradually fell into the "pit" of Hanfu, and with friends' recommendations, she…...

1. Hanfu Types Summary The ancient Chinese costume Hanfu system can be divided into two categories: the "Fa Fu (法服)", which was based on the ritual and music system and the "Bian Fu (便服)", which was not limited by the rank system. In contemporary society, the ancient ranking system has died out, but the dress culture behind the "Fa Fu" should still be respected. Based on the dress etiquette requirements of the majority of people in each ancient era (i.e., the ancient scholar and citizen class), some historical costumes are selected and summarized into a contemporary Hanfu system. Among them, the dresses for the Guan Ji Li (冠笄礼) and wedding are based on the basic requirements of the rituals inherited from the Ming Dynasty, while the informal dresses are based on the dresses of the late Ming Dynasty. The Hanfu system and dress codes and mentioned in this article was proposed by Zun Zhou Cheng Ming (尊周承明) 1.1 Hanfu Menswear System 1.1.2 Li Fu (礼服, formal dress) It belongs to the outer clothing layers. It is one of the most solemn dresses in the contemporary men's Hanfu system and is not suitable for daily wear (the same applies to the…...

Part One: Background Introduction As an essential part of ancient Chinese culture, hanfu embodies the elegance and essence of thousands of years. Since ancient times, Chengdu has been known as a cultural center in southwestern China, renowned for its long history and splendid culture. In recent years, the hanfu movement has gradually gained popularity across the country, with more and more young people becoming fond of wearing hanfu and placing greater emphasis on the inheritance and promotion of traditional culture. As one of the most important ancient costumes in China, hanfu has also become a beautiful landscape in Chengdu. This article will focus on the theme of hanfu illuminating Chengdu's Ming formation, depicting this magnificent and magical event in detail. Part Two: Chengdu's Ming Formation Chengdu's Ming Formation is a hanfu team composed of local students in Chengdu. They gather many hanfu enthusiasts to showcase the beauty of hanfu and pass down traditional culture. The Chengdu Ming Formation appears at significant festivals and events every year, attracting the attention and praise of many spectators. Part Three: Preparations Before the Event To create a spectacular hanfu event, the preparations for Chengdu's Ming Formation begin half a year in advance. First, they…...

A ray of sunlight filters through flowers into the windowsill, like a season filled with happiness and joy. At the same time, amidst the soft melody of music, a girl dressed in hanfu slowly enters the room. She is wearing the special "Prosperity Blossom" top from Ruilaimi Hanfu Store No.1, with exquisite floral patterns adorning the white cuffs, attracting countless admiring glances. "Hanfu, a beauty that transcends time and space. It carries forward the wisdom and aesthetics of our ancestors, becoming the most beautiful existence in our era." The girl, while tidying her hair accessories, speaks gently and happily about her love for hanfu. The charm of hanfu lies in its details. Whether it's the fluttering sleeves or the binding of the sashes, they all reflect the ancients' pursuit of beauty. Ruilaimi Hanfu Store No.1 adheres to this philosophy, offering many elegant and luxurious styles of hanfu, allowing every person who loves hanfu to find a style that suits them. In this unique store, bright silk coexists with solemn cloaks, striking a perfect balance between classical and modern. Among them, the famous "Magpie Bridge Immortal" and "Mysterious Flying Heaven" series are the favorites of hanfu enthusiasts. These splendid and comfortable…...