In recent years, you may have seen young people walking through historic streets or even modern city centers wearing long flowing robes, wide sleeves, and intricate embroidery. No, it’s not a movie set. They’re wearing Hanfu, the traditional clothing of Read more…
Picture this: You stumble upon a photo of a Song Dynasty beizi – those elegant, flowing robes with delicate embroidery. You’re captivated. You imagine wearing it to a summer garden party. Then, a nagging question pops up: “Wait… can I, as Read more…
There’s been quite a bit of discussion on Chinese social media about Jiang Yurong—the student speaker at this year’s Harvard commencement—and the cloud shoulder (yunjian) she wore over her graduation gown. Some people praised the look, saying it was a Read more…
In the historical drama In the Name of Blossom, a party scene unexpectedly features a live acrobatic performance. That spinning object—could it be a yo-yo? Let Silkdivas walk you through the story behind this unique traditional sport! Last year’s Spring Read more…
Does anyone know more about the unique historical role of eunuchs in ancient China? Lately, there’s been a lot of buzz around The Litchi Road, both the film and TV versions — but people have noticed that the eunuch characters Read more…
In the costume drama A Dream Within A Dream, Li Yitong plays Song Yimeng, a modern woman who time-travels to the past. In one scene, she ties her hanfu hair ribbon into a bow, leading viewers to ask: “Isn’t that Read more…
Recently, the Tang Dynasty styling in The Litchi Road has been a hit among viewers. However, many netizens have expressed their frustration with the overly sharp, V-shaped faces of the actresses, commenting: “They’re so slim, they can’t even carry the grandeur Read more…
Previously, Chen Duling appeared on a show wearing a fashion-forward outfit inspired by Hanfu. The design featured an off-shoulder cut that revealed her shoulders, giving it a stylish, modern flair. However, some netizens questioned whether it’s appropriate to modify Hanfu Read more…
In The Litchi Road, actress Yan Biguo’s portrayal of Lan Yu has captivated audiences—so much so that many viewers found her even more stunning than the female lead. She plays Amita’s right-hand woman: a loyal maid, trusted confidante, and top Read more…
Struggling with how to style your hair for Hanfu? It can definitely feel overwhelming—so you might be tempted to just leave two loose strands at the sides as bangs. Sounds familiar? If that’s you, this blog might just have the Read more…