When we talk about the aesthetics of clothing from different dynasties, there are a few common impressions: the Han dynasty feels solemn, the Tang dynasty magnificent, the Song dynasty refined, and the Ming dynasty dignified. But when it comes to the Qing dynasty, some people online like to joke that, Read more…
I’ve always wondered—do people who love Hanfu also enjoy the qipao? While both are rooted in Chinese culture, each has its own unique beauty. I’ve been into Hanfu for quite a while, but I know a bit less about qipao by comparison. Many Hanfu enthusiasts I know have said they’d Read more…
We’ve covered so many episodes of Chinese hanfu trivia—from ancient nail art, bags, and daily life to accessories, and more… Have you ever wondered: in ancient Chinese society, with much lower productivity than today, what did people do if they were nearsighted? Nowadays we can just wear glasses, but what Read more…
When talking about Hanfu, one style you can’t skip is the Qi Xiong Ruqun (chest-high skirt). Just like how people immediately picture the full-figured beauty of Tang dynasty women, this style has become almost symbolic. The Tang dynasty was a golden age of culture and prosperity in China, when women’s Read more…
If you’ve ever strolled through the streets of China, you’ve probably noticed how diverse women’s fashion can be—some dress in comfy, casual styles like students fresh out of class, while others carry a classical elegance (like Chinese hanfu), as if stepping out of a painting. Chinese women truly have a Read more…
In the past, China was known as the “Nation of Clothing and Etiquette,” meaning its dress and ritual culture far outshone that of neighboring regions. If someone dressed sloppily—say, with messy hair and disheveled clothing—they might even be seen as “uncivilized” (though the carefree Wei-Jin era was a bit of Read more…
How many of you clicked on this article because of the title? Maybe you’re curious which outfit Chinese people see as the “better” choice—qipaos or hanfu. By the end, you’ll understand. If you ask which outfit best highlights a woman’s graceful curves and elegance, the qipao would almost always come Read more…
When I was younger, the wedding scenes I saw in historical dramas almost always showed the bride with a red veil covering her head. But nowadays, in many shows, the bride often no longer wears the veil—instead, she hides her face behind an ornate round fan or a gauzy silk Read more…
Since hanfu originated in China, the Chinese hanfu community has been around longer and naturally developed its own set of insider terms or “slang.” Many Chinese outfits fans outside of China may not be very familiar with these. So in this post, we’ll look at some of the most commonly Read more…
We’ve already talked about many types of hanfu in previous posts, but this time let’s do a big roundup. Think of it as a handy guide that marks out the main styles, who they’re for, and a few fun facts along the way. Here, we’re talking about hanfu in the Read more…