Dress code

It is a dress code that has been discussed by almost all Confucians and officials. Especially the Xuanduan used during the Zhou Dynasty's leisure time, besides the depictions in paintings of literati throughout the ages (like all images of Confucius), it officially became the leisure attire for officials during the Jiajing period of the Ming Dynasty under the auspicion of Emperor Shizong and the regulation by minister Zhang Cong. Later, it also became the exclusive attire for scholars. In Matteo Ricci's "Chinese Notebook," we can find an accurate description of it. If you are interested, you can also refer to the research texts by Wang Pu, Dai Zhen, Ren Dachun, and others. As Hanfu, before the Northern and Southern Dynasties, women wore Shenyi. After the Northern and Southern Dynasties, women started wearing two-piece garments, with the upper and lower garments separated, which also belongs to this category. Common ceremonial attire: Shenyi. The cutting diagram of Shenyi in the illustrated instructions of Hanfu. The cutting diagram of Hanfu in the Qing Dynasty's "Illustrated Examination of Local Customs." The Ming Dynasty version of Shenyi by Huang Zongxi. Shenyi version by Huang Zongxi, drawn by netizen Wu Fei. Shenyi version by Qing Dynasty's…

The Han Chinese attire stands out as a vibrant mosaic of styles, contrasting with the more regimented Manchu dress code. Han Chinese Women of the Qing era embraced a rich variety in their daily clothing, crafting a panorama of styles that celebrated individuality and heritage despite their socio-political background. Everyday Han attire was an elegant blend of comfort and grace. This ensemble typically included a short jacket, skirt, and either a vest or cloak. The small coat featured a sizable right lapel, distinguishing it from the longer robes favored by the Manchu elite. Complementing this were sleeveless vests and long open-sleeved cloaks, encapsulating the everyday charm of Han Chinese femininity. Literary Echoes of Qing Dynasty Fashion The Qing Dynasty's literary works provide a vivid window into the world of Han Chinese fashion. Rich descriptions paint a picture of women adorned in ornate hairstyles and layered outfits of brilliant hues and luxurious fabrics. Gold accessories often featured prominently, highlighting the intricate detailing that defined Han women's daily fashion and underscoring attire's role in expressing identity and social status. Ceremonial Attire of the Qing Dynasty Ceremonial attire during the Qing Dynasty was a grand spectacle, marrying sophistication with tradition. This ensemble, replete with iconic…

It’s prom season! Now, I know that the age group for prom is pretty small, but I’m going to prom in an outfit of my own this year (I’ll be uploading an outfit analysis of it once I’m done arranging everything in a separate article) and I thought I’d compile a few ideas for anyone else to follow in my steps. This doesn’t only include prom, of course—homecoming, other formal or semiformal occasions (if it’s black tie or has a really strict dress code playit safe and don’t do something too extravagant), etc. are also great places to show off your hanfu. Matching Ming Dynasty Sets One popular tradition for prom is to match your prom date’s outfit when you go to prom. There’s lots of ways to do this—for western clothing, many people match ties to their date’s dress or vice versa, and a couple wearing both feminine and masculine coded clothing also looks very charming—but, luckily, this tradition matches with a common hanfu trend: couple’s outfits, or CP outfits, as they’re often called. This isn’t just for official couples, of course—plenty of friends, siblings, and the like also wear CP outfits for fun. Some of the most popular…