Ancient Style Hanfu

Hanfu is the inheritance of Chinese clothing culture. All kinds of ornaments are indispensable for wearing Hanfu. A hairband is one of the important decorations. Hairbands are very common in daily Hanfu makeup. Even though there is only a small one, it can surprise your style. Hairstyle 1 This is the most common way to wear a headband. The specific method of wearing is to tie a bow to the back of the hair, and then fix it with a U-shaped clip. It is often used for coiled hair and ponytail. Usually, this dressing method is mainly used to modify the sunken shape of hair and increase the color matching highlights of hair. Hairstyle 2 The hairband can also be used as a headdress, as shown in the figure below. This hairstyle is very suitable for the Song Dynasty Hanfu. First, tie a side ponytail, pay attention to the position that is not too high, and then weave a twist together with the hairband, then go around the head to the other side, and finally, use an invisible hair clip to fix. Because the hairband is in a more obvious position. Therefore, in the choice of the hairband, it is…...

With thousands of years of history, Hanfu of Wei Jin style is still an important part of the Hanfu system today. The style of the Wei (魏) and Jin (晋) dynasties can well outline the curve of people. Since ancient times, it has been regarded as a good helper of body shaping. In addition, other features of the Wei Jin system are also very fashionable. 1.Indirect color (间色) Women's indirect color skirt is not only modern, but it has also been a popular fashion piece for thousands of years. Red and green can be called Fei Bi skirt (绯碧裙), when the color is dense to a certain extent, it is the classic element of our modern fashion - stripes. 2. Vertical shoulder panel It not only creates the falling shoulder silhouette in fashion but also has the effect of lengthening height in vision. 3. Overlay (叠穿) In terms of overall wear, Jin style is one of the most suitable styles for overlay. The neckline shows the colors and patterns of each layer, with rich and delicate details. Overlay creates a sense of hierarchy as well as a balance and control over details. These are not only the exclusive of modern…...

Every year, the most explosive, buzzworthy, and actor-elevating genre undoubtedly belongs to costume dramas. This is why every year, costume dramas flood the market, attracting both investors and actors. In the upcoming lineup of Chinese video platforms in 2024, costume dramas have earned an incredibly important position. In this article, the highlights of the costume dramas that will soon be aired on Tencent Video and Youku Video.   1-Costume dramas on Tencent Video Among the upcoming lineup of costume dramas on Tencent Video, they have the fewest number compared to the other four major Chinese video platforms, with only 14 productions. However, there are still plenty of potential blockbusters among them, most of which are sure to become highly-discussed hot dramas.   The Legend of Shen Li Leading the pack is the director Deng Ke's "The Legend of Shen Li," starring Zhao Liying and Lin Gengxin. It is adapted from Jiu Lu Fei Xiang's novel "Ben Wang Zai Ci." The reunion of these two actors reminds people of "Princess Agents," as the second season of that show is still eagerly anticipated. Audiences can only temporarily relieve their longing through "The Legend of Shen Li." Zhao Liying's talent is beyond doubt,…...

Bamboo weaving is a handicraft that uses bamboo split into strips or filaments from mountain bamboo to weave various utensils and handicrafts. The craft of bamboo weaving not only has great practical value, but also has a profound historical heritage. In the history of bamboo weaving industry, it was mostly in the form of workshops, often passed down from generation to generation or through master-apprentice relationships based on workshops, where apprentices became independent after learning and then recruited apprentices, passing on their skills through oral and practical teaching. Generally used for daily necessities and agricultural tools. Bamboo weaving has a long history and is the second batch of Chinese intangible cultural heritage. Diao Kuan, a bamboo weaving craftsman born in the 1990s, is from Dangshan County, Anhui Province. As a child, Diao Kuan loved to hang around the old craftsmen, willing to spend a whole day watching them weave bamboo. The old craftsmen's hands seemed to have a magical power, turning ordinary bamboo strips into exquisite handicrafts. The love for bamboo weaving was like a seed planted in the young Diao Kuan's heart. What sets Diao Kuan apart from other craftsmen is that he injured his right hand when he…...

Wear Hanfu as a Chinese fashion brand? Skateboarders, but a robe, skirt flying with the wind. ▼ Sometimes on the bus, subway or airport, you can also meet the classical girl in the Hanfu long suit. ▼ A few friends meet to wear Hanfu to go shopping and wear a mixed style Hanfu. ▼ Have you noticed that the Chinese fashion style is becoming more and more popular recently? All kinds of Chinese fashion styles and traditional element designs are sought after by young people, and the frequency of seeing Hanfu is also much higher? More and more fashionable men and women are in love with Hanfu, and they are wearing distinctive traditional clothes and walking on the streets. When young people's fashion personality collides with traditional cultural symbols, it's no longer a "spectacle" to wear Chinese fashion style clothes across the street. On the contrary, these young people dressed in Hanfu construct another landscape of the modern city. Today we also found 5 young people who love Hanfu.Let's feel their daily Hanfu life together. Hanfu & Chinese Fashion & Modern Youth ❶ Miss San sui 24 / actor Q: How much do you spend on Hanfu? A: I have…...

As the first half of 2023 draws to a close, various Chinese video platform' top-performing drama statistics have been released. According to the data collected, there have been changes in audience preferences and creative directions within the industry. Despite an overall improvement in Cdramas' quality this year, with particular emphasis on high-scoring productions such as "Three-Body," "The Knockout" and "The Long Season," few stand out as true blockbusters based on viewership numbers alone. After "The Knockout", the second-highest-ranked series was Xuanhuan cdrama "Till The End Of The Moon," with a total view count of 2.71 billion. So far this year, only “The Knockout” has exceeded three billion views during its initial broadcast period; none have reached three billion or more since then. Of course, some of the highly popular works with limited airplay are closely related to the short number of episodes. For example, the summer hottest cdrama "Love Between Fairy and Devil", with a total of 36 episodes, had a playback volume of around 2.2 billion during its hit period. Last year's hottest cdramas like “A Lifelong Journey”, “New Life Begins” and “Love Like the Galaxy,” all had episode counts exceeding forty episodes, with “Love Like the Galaxy” split…...

Traditional hanfu is very beautiful and will make a very strong impression. Sophisticated, elegant, and full of rich details, it looks more appropriate for a formal traditional festival or occasion. This is certainly one of the most correct ways to wear it, but fashionable hipsters who wear hanfu always manage to incorporate fashion into their outfits. What is the best way to incorporate traditional hanfu into modern clothing, or in other words, how to wear traditional hanfu in a modern way? I have found a few good examples. They are much lighter to wear and don't take too much time to get ready. Song Dynasty Beizi + sling long dress   Hanfu square neck half-sleeve + fashion tailored dress Hanfu Bijia + A-Line dress Hanfu Tang Dynasty Banbi+ Jeans Hanfu Mamian skirt + shirt Airplane sleeve top+ Song Dynasty Xuan dress That's the beauty of hanfu. If you have enough time, you can prepare a complete hanfu look, including makeup, hairstyle, clothing, and other accessories. If you just want to have some elements of hanfu in your outfit today, you can refer to this article for some additional styling options. Contributed article from Xiayang (2021 Hanfu Free Giveaways & Contests -PLAN…...

Dear veteran viewers of ancient Chinese costume dramas, I'm sure that for everyone, the plot of the hanfu beauty, palace plot, power rivalry, wrongly paid life, and so on has long been known. However, I wonder if you have caught the details to keep up with the fashion trends of traditional accessories throughout the dynasties? For example, what kind of ornaments did Empress Cao put on her face? Another example is that the "tip set" worn on Ru Yi's fingers was for decoration or for something else? And, did the yellow and red powder applied to Mulan's face before the blind date actually exist in history? Also, will this level of hair volume be standard per person? The story of jewelry is long and wide, fine and splendid. We might as well put together a "Top 10 List of Ancient Traditional Accessories Trends" for all the major categories of accessories, based on their length of popularity, usage, and popularity, etc. Since history is too voluminous to be told in one article, this list temporarily selects the mainstream accessories.   No.10 Hu Zhi - Nail Guards Hu Zhi (护指), also know as Nail Guards, is the Qing Dynasty drama, the aristocratic…...

Dunhuang flying fairy, dress floating. In the midst of the clouds, overlooking all life. Tang style girl, with willow eyebrows, and light smile. Western region girl, holding blade, eyes revealing a murderous aura. @Cai Cai, with her stunning Chinese style dress photos, has gained countless popularity among netizens. And Chinese style costume is getting more and more focus, #chinese street fashion, become the newest trending topic. JOY from Pu Xiang Design will introduce you to three ladies who are not only super fans of Chinese style dress, but also dedicated to promoting and spreading this culture.   Cai Cai Cai Cai, graduated from Tsinghua University. Out of hobby, began to costume play kinds of game characters, and easily manage different styles. Cai Cai's Dunhuang photo series has received a lot of praise, and the Dunhuang Municipal Party Committee's Publicity Department awarded her as the "Dunhuang Promotion Ambassador" in 2020. This group of "Tang women playing musical instruments" is based on the musical and dance paintings in the Mogao Caves. The Mogao Caves are the pinnacle of ancient Chinese music and dance, and the images recorded there are rich beyond imagination. In the painting, the women are either carrying ancient Konghou,…...

In recent years, Hanfu culture has formed a new trend among Chinese young people, such as Hanfu parades, Hanfu dances, Hanfu fashion shows,s and so on. Recently, the theme forum of “culture Tianfu, fashion Chengdu” and the Hanfu culture festival held in Chengdu have had a great impact. At the event site of the Hanfu Culture Festival, various Hanfu shows were staged in turn, including Hanfu of the Tang Dynasty – Qixiong Ruqun, Beizi Hanfu of the Song Dynasty, Jiaoling Ruqun of the Jin Dynasty, etc. Everyone put on their favorite traditional Hanfu. Walking in this street, it seems that they have a feeling of crossing time and space, and also shows the charm of “The first city of Hanfu” in Chengdu. At the event site, the planning of “Hanfu characteristic street”, one of the characteristic projects of Manjusri square, was officially released – it is planned to introduce 20 brand Hanfu institutions. This will be China’s first Hanfu characteristic cultural street integrating “R & D, design, display, sales, leasing, makeup photos, and experience”. Why did China’s first Hanfu characteristic cultural street settle in Chengdu? Historically, Chengdu has been known as the “Land of silkworm clusters” since ancient times. Sichuan…...

Recently, major Chinese video platforms have successively released their reserve drama series lineup for 2024, and a group of costume dramas have appeared, sparking anticipation among viewers. The costume fantasy drama "The Legend of Shen Li" is adapted from Jiulu Feixiang's novel of the same name, telling the love story of the ancient divine lord Xing Zhi and the emerald king Shen Li, who was born with a pearl in her mouth. The costume legendary drama "The Legend of Jewelry" is led by Zhao Lusi and Liu Yuning. In the drama resources released by Mango TV, dramas such as "Flourished Peony", "Destiny and Saving", and "The Ming Dynasty Youth" are included. From a comprehensive perspective, a batch of historical dramas such as "The Litchi Road" and "Han Dynasty Epic" will be broadcast in 2024. Previously, concept posters for dramas such as "Feng He Jin Qi Zhang Ju Zheng" and "The Epic of Tang Dynasty" were also released to create early hype. Incomplete statistics show that there are currently more than 10 historical dramas awaiting broadcast, including "Liang Jing Shi Wu Ri," "Silk-Washing Stream," "Legend of Wu Zi Xu," "Peace in Palace, Peace in Chang'An". Among the popular costume dramas aired…...

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…...