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Summer is renowned for its scorching heat. However, for me, a Hanfu enthusiast, summer is not just a season of sweating and craving cold drinks. On the contrary, summer is also a great time to showcase the charm of Hanfu! In this article, I will take you on an exploration of the various charms of summer Hanfu. First Part: Selection of Hanfu Materials The selection of summer Hanfu needs to consider fabrics suitable for high temperatures, paying attention to both aesthetics and comfort and breathability. Traditional Hanfu mainly uses fabrics such as silk, linen, and gauze, which are not only soft and comfortable but can also absorb moisture and wick away sweat, providing a cool feeling. In addition, the development of modern technology has brought new options to summer Hanfu, such as the use of breathable quick-drying fabrics, making summer Hanfu more suitable for hot weather. Second Part: Styles and Designs of Summer Hanfu The styles of summer Hanfu are dominated by lightness, freshness, and simplicity. Common styles include ruqun (short jacket with skirt), aoqun (long jacket with skirt), tops paired with pants, etc. The length of skirts can be slightly shorter, convenient for walking and activities, and more suitable…

In recent years, Hanfu has received more and more attention. More and more Hanfu cultural festivals are being held in different cities in China, and worldwide, and thousands of Hanfu enthusiasts are participating in them. The Beauty of Hanfu Is in the Heritage So why is Hanfu so popular? In today's society, people have higher and higher requirements for aesthetics, and the special classical beauty of Hanfu attracts countless people to love it, and then to pay attention to it and understand it. So it is no wonder that Hanfu is so popular. And the beauty of Hanfu is not just on the surface, but in the thousands of years of traditional etiquette and civilization of the Chinese nation that it carries. Today we bring you some of the Hanfu collections from "Yi Guan Da Cheng-Ming Dynasty Costume Culture Exhibition", these collections come from the Shandong Museum and Confucius Museum, most of them are Ming Dynasty clothing, which is not only beautifully made and complete sets, but also very significant for costume research. I hope you can also learn something from these collections. Detailed video about "Yi Guan Da Cheng-Ming Dynasty Costume Culture Exhibition":  Based on the previous dynasty,…

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…

The Hanfu wedding in Taiyuan is a traditional Han ethnic wedding ceremony held by Hanfu enthusiasts in Taiyuan, wearing the traditional Han Chinese clothing "Hanfu", based on the "Rites of Zhou - Ritual for the Marriage of a Scholar" to hold a traditional Han ethnic wedding that conforms to modern aesthetics and understanding of etiquette. It can be roughly categorized into Zhou-style weddings, Tang-style weddings, and Ming-style weddings. The traditional Hanfu wedding ceremony generally includes pre-wedding rituals (asking for consent → inquiring about the name → declaring good fortune → giving betrothal gifts → setting the wedding date), the main wedding day (welcoming the bride → completing the ceremony upon arrival of the bride → sharing wine from a calabash → remaining rituals), and post-wedding rituals (the bride meeting her in-laws → the in-laws welcoming the bride with libations → the bride offering gifts to her in-laws). The 1986 edition of "The Legendary Cases of Di Renjie" was a historical detective drama produced by Taiyuan Television Station, which I had the privilege to watch. Objectively speaking, this series, both in terms of its production and plot, is excellent. The plot is full of twists and turns, the cases are complex,…

Hanfu women's traditional clothing refers to a type of traditional attire that mainly embodies the aesthetics of Hanfu, based on the cultural foundation of Han Dynasty costumes, incorporating modern elements, and innovatively designed to achieve a more refined and luxurious look. Typically, Hanfu women's clothing adopts the Ming Dynasty's soft skirts, coats, wide robes, and long-sleeved cheongsams as the main garments, featuring styles such as high-waist, loose-fitting, cinched waist, and half-skirts. The clothes are often adorned with embroidery, lace, stitching, jewelry, and other decorations, with attention given to the coordination and matching of accessories in the overall ensemble. The first choice for new Hanfu traditional women's clothing images is Huoputou New Women's Wholesale Network. All new wholesale women's clothing sources come from core women's clothing production areas like Hangzhou Sijiqing, Guangzhou Shixing, Wuhan Hanzheng Street, Changshu, Shenzhen, South Korea, etc. We welcome physical women's clothing stores to come for wholesale, agency, and franchise opportunities. We also support free微商 (microbusiness) batch purchases, single-item purchases for Taobao, Pinduoduo, Douyin, Kuaishou small shops, and offer an 8-day no-questions-asked return policy to ensure worry-free after-sales service. For new Hanfu traditional women's clothing images and wholesale sources, visit Huoputou Women's Wholesale Network. The first choice…

The traditional Chinese wedding style is quietly becoming popular as the era's aesthetics return to traditional culture. With romantic embroidery and graceful figures, how can a bride in a Chinese-style wedding be without a set of phoenix coronet and霞帔? In addition to purely traditional Chinese weddings, brides also choose a Chinese-style wedding dress for Western or ordinary weddings to bridge the ceremony. As traditional Chinese bridal wear, Chinese wedding dresses well interpret the reserved and gentle beauty of Eastern women. What categories are available for brides to choose from? The commonly seen Chinese wedding dresses today include: Xiuhuo clothing, dragon and phoenix robes, cheongsams, Malay gowns, and slightly fashionable Xiao Fengxian and Hanfu. In fact, most girls now choose Ming Dynasty-style Hanfu as their wedding dress because the style of Ming Dynasty Hanfu is very dignified, fitting the atmosphere of the wedding. Let's take a look at what these Ming Dynasty Hanfu dresses suitable for weddings look like. If the budget is lower, we can choose a simple combination of a cloak, long gown, and mamian skirt. A red embroidered cloak paired with a green long robe or gown, complemented by an elegant mamian skirt. Because the long gown and…

To choose a representative of ancient Chinese beauty, Yang Guifei (杨贵妃/杨玉环, Yang Yuhuan) would probably be one of the most highly acclaimed candidates. As one of the Four Beauties, her romantic legend with Emperor Xuanzong has been repeatedly sung, and anecdotes about the consort and written accounts of her appearance, as well as related paintings, operas, and theatrical stage performances, are commonplace. For thousands of years, literati and people have been curious about the beauty and makeup of the consort. What is the real makeup style of Yang Guifei? If we only speculate from the descriptions of later texts, we may not get the real results. Aesthetics are always changing, and the benchmark for judgment is also changing. Yang Guifei look in modern cdrama But large-scale archaeological excavations over the past half-century or so, especially the hundreds of realistic ceramic figurines, murals and silk paintings unearthed in the tombs of nobles during the Xuanzong era, have allowed us to scientifically summarize the aesthetic tendencies and changes in the figure and makeup of noblewomen during the decades of the Tang dynasty, Kaiyuan (开元), and Tianbao (天宝). Among them are many court paintings of Yang Guifei during her stay in the palace,…

Hanfu carries not only a kind of life aesthetics, but also a continuation of the lifestyle of countless Chinese people. Wearing Hanfu, wearing traditional bun on the head, wearing retro make-up, go to the world and show Chinese culture. Hanfu enthusiasts have many sets of beautiful Hanfu, and after wearing Hanfu, if there is no matching make-up and hairstyle matching, the whole Hanfu modeling will greatly reduce points. Today, we will bring you a very popular Chinese Hanfu hairstyle – “butterfly braid” in 2020. In this picture, you can see that the girl’s hair is very smooth. It is directly divided into two braids on the top of her head and tied up with a small black rubber band. This operation is very simple. After the last step, turn over the braid, which will make the hair look more fluffy. Braid the braid, it becomes two strands of braid, and finally tie it up with a small rubber band. At this time, it has taken shape. Cross them through the top of your head. At this time, there will be a very beautiful bow. Then take a strand of hair from the ear and tie it with the rest of…

Hanfu, as a traditional Chinese clothing culture, has always attracted many enthusiasts with its elegance and grace. However, how to wear Hanfu to keep warm while maintaining aesthetics in the cold winter is a dilemma for many Hanfu lovers. Red, a common and splendid color in Hanfu, is precisely the preferred choice for winter wear due to its warmth-enhancing properties. Below, let's explore the tricks for wearing red Hanfu that keeps you warm during the winter season. One: Selection and Coordination of Red Hanfu 1. Material Selection for Red Hanfu When choosing red Hanfu for winter, it's best to opt for warm materials such as heavy velvet or silk fabrics, which can better retain heat. Additionally, choosing red Hanfu lined with fleece can more effectively resist the cold. 2. Style Selection for Red Hanfu Hanfu comes in various styles, to ensure warmth without sacrificing beauty, one can choose long-sleeved tops and long skirts, which can better cover the body and keep warm. Furthermore, selecting red Hanfu adorned with exquisite accessories like gold-thread embroidery or tassels can enhance the splendor of the attire. 3. Coordination with Red Hanfu When coordinating outfits with Hanfu in winter, both warmth and overall harmony should…

LOOK2: Original ethnic costumes are not for daily wear but for the impressive visual effect in photographs. Therefore, in ancient costume dramas, besides Hanfu, there are also some excellent original national costumes. These modern ancient costumes designed under the influence of Eastern aesthetics and classical styles have the main feature of meeting the requirements of TV series while exuding classical charm. The costumes in "Knowing Whether or Not" come from classical Chinese painting designs, with styles derived from Hanfu. The combination presents a clean and refreshing yet classically flavored appearance. The silhouette is neat but full of Eastern charm, the fabric has texture, and the style is high-end. Ancient and elegant summary of costumes in ancient costume movies: Hong Kong and Taiwan's ancient costume dramas interpret the cheap studio style. After seeing the makeup photos, netizens instantly understood the gap between Taiwanese and mainland ancient costume dramas today. The leading actress Shao Yawei's red costume looks more perfunctory, as if it was bought from a special sale on Taobao, just a thin layer. Taiwanese idol God He Junxiang also started acting in Taiwanese ancient costume dramas last year, starring in the ancient romance drama "Heavenly Patrol" with Shao Yawei. They…

The most popular ancient costume drama in China recently is undoubted “Meng Hua Lu 梦华录”. Once it was broadcast, it received numerous praise. The audience immersively felt the elegant scenery and exquisite aesthetics of the Song Dynasty. In this article, let’s learn about the fashion of the Song Dynasty. Song Dynasty Hanfu Clothing The clothes of a dynasty can reflect the temperament of that dynasty. Different from the colorful Tang Dynasty, the clothing aesthetics of the Song Dynasty tend to be more unique and elegant, and the style tends to be simple and elegant. The women of the Song Dynasty usually wore short clothes with narrow sleeves on the upper body, long skirts on the lower body, and a long shirt with a pair of lapels on the top. In terms of color, it is more inclined to the color system with low color saturation, often dominated by light powder, goose yellow, scallion white, silver-gray, aloes, lotus root color, etc. Song Dynasty Makeup The makeup of the Song Dynasty was divided into rosy clouds 飞霞妆, Langlai makeup 慵来妆, sandalwood halo makeup 檀晕妆, plum blossom makeup 梅妆, tear makeup 泪妆, three white makeup 三白妆, pearl makeup 珍珠妆, Buddha makeup 佛妆, etc., of which…

The Han Dynasty was the longest feudal dynasty in ancient China after the great unification of the Qin Dynasty. More than four hundred years of the Han Dynasty laid a solid foundation for Han, Hanzi, and Han culture. The same is naturally true in traditional Chinese makeup history. Overall, the core ideas that influenced women's aesthetics during the Han Dynasty were the ideas of Taoism and New Confucianism. The former had the greatest impact on the early and mid-Han Dynasty. The policy of "Recover from a Social Upheaval and Restore Production and Develop" was implemented by the rulers in the early Han Dynasty. Taoism's "Huang–Lao political ideology" responded to this social demand. Focused on the development of natural and "Wu Is the Origin ideas", while advocating an open, positive atmosphere, had a profound impact on the aesthetics of female makeup in this period.   01 Han Dynasty Makeup powder Compared with the pre-Qin dynasty, makeup powder in the Han dynasty had a great development. The powder for the face was based on rice powder, and with the rise of alchemy in the Qin and Han dynasties and the improvement of smelting technology in the Han dynasty, lead powder appeared and became…

Firstly, the differences between Hanfu wedding dresses and ancient costume wedding dresses can be seen from their names. One is Hanfu, the other is an ancient costume, one is a traditional garment of the nation with significant historical importance, while the other is a garment that incorporates Hanfu cultural elements but also modern culture and aesthetics. Furthermore, the custom-made requirements for Hanfu are very strict, especially regarding the fabric which should be suitable for long-term wear. On the other hand, ancient costumes have evolved from the appreciation of Hanfu by modern people and do not require long-term wear, so there are no particular requirements for the fabric. Do you know the difference between Hanfu and ancient costumes? It's very likely that what you're wearing is just an ancient costume. An ancient costume is merely a piece of clothing. Some say: "Hanfu is a piece of clothing, but it's more than just a piece of clothing, it's actually a representation of national spirit and national consciousness." The biggest difference between ancient costumes and Hanfu is that ancient costumes were worn by ancient people, and we don't have to wear them; Hanfu was worn by our ancestors, and we can still wear…

The full name of Hanfu is "traditional Han clothing", also known as Han Clothes, Han Costume and Chinese Dress, which were worn from Emperor Huang's reign to the middle of the 17th century (late Ming and early Qing dynasties). It is the embodiment of China's "Clothes on the Crown" and "State of Manners", and carries the outstanding craftsmanship and aesthetics of the Han nationality, such as dyeing, weaving, and embroidery, and has inherited more than 30 Chinese intangible cultural heritages and protected Chinese arts and crafts. Hanfu Supermodel Competition Inaugurate On August 8, 2020, on the occasion of the state celebration of Qiannan, the Duyun Hanfu Model Competition will be held. Hanfu Supermodel Competition Highlights  According to the Records of the Grand Historian of China, "Ancient Chinese clothing was made by the Yellow Emperor" and "Before the Yellow Emperor, there were no clothes and houses. And the Yellow Emperor made houses, clothes, funerals, and burials, so all the people were spared the difficulty of survival." The earliest appearance of Chinese dress would have been during the Yin Shang period before there was any archaeological physical support for the age. About 5,000 years ago, during the Neolithic period of the Yangshao culture…

Hanfu is the general name for traditional Chinese costumes of various dynasties, and it is known for its complicated system and rich and varied style, which not only has a deep historical heritage, but also its unique aesthetic value. Therefore, in recent years, many people are more and more favorable to hanfu, and the tolerance of the society is getting bigger and bigger, so hanfu is also used in more common life scenes. Some simple and generous hanfu can even be worn for the workday, fashionable. In this article, we'll take a look at those hanfu outfits that are suitable for commuting and working days, and teach you how to easily wear hanfu outfits for the workday   Trend of Hanfu Hanfu is a traditional dress with a classical form, and most of its clothes are designed to be flowing, but there are also many designs that are closer to daily life. For example, the simple shape of the Song Beizi (褙子), the design of the lapel is very cool to wear in summer. Or the Ming Pipa sleeves Ao (袄), sleeve shape elegant and generous, very intellectual. In addition, there are also some Xuan Qun (旋裙) and Zhe Qun…

When it comes to Qipao, this dress actually shares a common point with Hanfu - both represent our national culture, which is why they are very popular among netizens. However, due to their different styles, the post-90s generation prefers to wear Qipao, while the post-00s generation prefers to wear Hanfu. Qipao mainly highlights the figure of women, making it more mature and in line with the aesthetics of the post-90s generation. On the other hand, Hanfu is relatively conservative and can be worn by girls who look cute. But those who wear Hanfu know that they need to match it with ancient-style shoes. So, what kind of shoes should people wear with Qipao to make them look good? There happens to be a pair of shoes on the street that can make Qipao look even prettier! Ancient-style painting of ten zodiac signs! Virgo transforms into a butterfly fairy, zodiac fortune, zodiac, beautiful video. Ancient-style painting of ten zodiac signs! Virgo transforms into a butterfly fairy. This video was originally provided by Xiaoling Toys, with 3059 plays. The professional short video aggregation platform created by Baidu's team integrates both connotation and appearance. Zodiac-specific "ancient-style lucky Hanfu" - Cancer has a melancholic…

Like Chinese Hanfu costumes, ancient Chinese hairstyles also have a long history. The hair is placed at the head of the body, and it is the key to showing the beauty of the human body. The ancient Chinese hairstyles culture is diverse and gorgeous, a special and wonderful part of Chinese culture, and likewise, it shows the unique aesthetics of China that has rich content. This article contains female ancient Chinese hairstyles and male ancient Chinese hairstyles, and introduces the traditional hairstyle characteristics of different historical periods through the order of dynasties. We hope that you can have a new understanding of Chinese hairstyles through the article. Let's get started!   Female Ancient Chinese Hairstyles Although there are many styles of historical hair bun, depending on the person, the part of the bun is different and can be divided into two categories: one is the hanging bun located at the back of the neck, mainly in the Warring States and Qin and Han dynasties. The other is the high bun on the top of the head, popular in the Eastern Han Dynasty, Wei, and Jin Dynasty, and reached its peak in the Tang and Song Dynasties, with many variations that…

Hanfu, as one of the representatives of traditional Chinese clothing, has become a popular fashion element among young people today with its magnificent and exquisite styles and unique design aesthetics. The sleeves of Hanfu, in particular, are one of the most distinctive parts of Hanfu, showcasing the essence of its beauty. They carry the emotions accumulated over time and the treasures of Chinese culture, captivating all who experience them. The history of Hanfu sleeves is long-standing. As early as the Western Han Dynasty more than two thousand years ago, the cuffs of Hanfu began to gradually widen. By the Eastern Han Dynasty, the sleeves of Hanfu had reached their peak. The width of the cuffs could be several feet or more, giving an ethereal and free-flowing impression, making one feel almost as if they were about to ascend to heaven. The "Persuasive Ritual" during the reign of Emperor Xuan of Han records: "The sleeves of men's garments reach from the chest down to the feet, while those of women's garments reach to the ground." This shows that the sleeves of Hanfu were once a symbol of ultimate luxury, embodying the splendor and elegance of ancient Chinese civilization. The variety of…

The Han Dynasty was the longest feudal dynasty in ancient China after the great unification of the Qin Dynasty. More than four hundred years of the Han Dynasty laid a solid foundation for Han, Hanzi, and Han culture. The same is naturally true in traditional Chinese makeup history. Overall, the core ideas that influenced women's aesthetics during the Han Dynasty were the ideas of Taoism and New Confucianism. The former had the greatest impact on the early and mid-Han Dynasty. The policy of "Recover from a Social Upheaval and Restore Production and Develop" was implemented by the rulers in the early Han Dynasty. Taoism's "Huang–Lao political ideology" responded to this social demand. Focused on the development of natural and "Wu Is the Origin ideas", while advocating an open, positive atmosphere, had a profound impact on the aesthetics of female makeup in this period.   01 Han Dynasty Makeup powder Compared with the pre-Qin dynasty, makeup powder in the Han dynasty had a great development. The powder for the face was based on rice powder, and with the rise of alchemy in the Qin and Han dynasties and the improvement of smelting technology in the Han dynasty, lead powder appeared and became…

The eighth Xitang Hanfu Culture Week this year demands the origin of the word "Hanfu" and its connotation of the same lineage. Promoting the significance of Hanfu clothing is consistent with our consistent beginnings. Hanfu is more than just a piece of clothing, so we need to delve into the realm of traditional culture and combine it with contemporary expression and content. Introducing dynastic carnivals, Hanfu runway shows, weddings, coming of age ceremony, and more. Integrating the thinking of etiquette and aesthetics, advocating the rule, integrity, balance, and harmony of the Han clothing culture. Traditional renewal, innovative Chinese style. Xitang Hanfu Culture Week is willing to spread Hanfu culture with positive energy and experience the ritual of life in the culture with you. Event Time: 2020 the Eighth Chinese National Costume Exhibition & Xitang Hanfu Culture Week:  October 31 to November 3, as scheduled How to Register: Registration for all events of Xitang Hanfu Culture Week will be opened soon, so stay tuned! Appreciation of Previous Activities:

Recently, a Dunhuang costume show was grand opening in the desert, giving us an extravagant visual feast. This article will take you to enjoy this beautiful Dunhuang style Chinese costume and teach you to easily match a Dunhuang style.   The Aesthetic Value of the Dunhuang Style Costume Dunhuang is unique in China's cultural context, as its geographic location and traces of religious fusion have allowed it to absorb a more diverse range of cultures. As a result, Dunhuang's architecture, frescoes, and color and costume art have all shone through over thousand years. The Dunhuang style costume is different from the traditional hanfu. In terms of overall style, it is close to a product of the interweaving of Chinese and Western regions cultures, and there is a great deal of religious mythology attached to the costumes. For example, the familiar "Feitian (飞天)", "Bodhisattva leading the way (菩萨引路)", "Rebounding pipa (反弹琵琶)", "Nine colored deer (九色鹿)", etc. If these cultural elements are incorporated into the design of traditional hanfu, it will be a stunning work.   Tips for Wearing Dunhuang Style Costume Choose a classical color scheme with a strong traditional flavor The color scheme in the Dunhuang Grottoes is very recognizable,…

Hanfu, Chinese clothes, we can also see more and more young people wearing Hanfu in our daily life. The significance of Hanfu lies in the combination of tradition and modernity, the combination of classics and popularity, the combination of rationality and the world, and the embracing of diversified aesthetics. As we all know, ancient society has strict social hierarchy and rules, and one of the important points used to distinguish class superiority and inferiority from the nature of occasions is clothing. From texture to style, from color and pattern patterns, there are strict differentiation limits. We must never put the cart before the horse. So in ancient China, what are the styles of Hanfu in different occasions? 1. Sacrificial Costume The sacrificial costume is the dress worn in sacrifice, which is the most solemn dress among all kinds of crown clothes. The following picture shows the sacrificial clothes of the Ming Dynasty. 2. Court Dress According to many ancient books, sacrificial and court clothes are often used. Although it can be used for sacrifice instead of sacrificial service, its main use is still in the court meeting. It is the clothes of ancient monarchs, ministers, and officials. 3. Official Uniform…