Previously, we talked about the delicious foods and many traditional Chinese clothing that people in the Song Dynasty could enjoy. However, we haven’t really covered the delicacies in Chang’an during the Tang Dynasty. Now, let’s step into the food world of the Tang Dynasty. Get ready, as a wave of Read more…
In modern people’s minds, modifying the forehead area seems to only involve cutting bangs for covering and adorning. However, in ancient times, there were already various methods, such as applying hua dian (花钿, ornamental face patches), wearing forehead scarves, headbands, or mo’e (a kind of head – binding). Today, let’s Read more…
Yang Mi’s upcoming drama The Litchi of Chang’an (《长安的荔枝》) is scheduled to premiere during the summer vacation. Some netizens have dug up Yang Mi’s Tang – Dynasty hanfu makeup from before. They noticed that there are two dots on both sides of her mouth. Is there any special meaning to this? Ⅰ. Mian Read more…
In the drama The Glory, Chen Duling reportedly has a new outfit in each episode. Those who love dress – up games are in for a treat. Watching this drama is really a visual feast for those who love Hanfu. Speaking of which, because of this drama, we get to Read more…
If I were to ask you, which industry would be most affected by a rise in the price of pork? If I tell you that the impact on the food industry due to the price hike of pork is actually minimal, and it’s not the diners who love braised pork, Read more…
Besides the extremely lively Shangyuan Festival and the complicated power struggles, I wonder if you know how people in the Tang Dynasty used to have fun in their daily lives. What kind of recreational activities did they use to adorn their lives? In that prosperous and martial – oriented era, Read more…
Ancient people didn’t have mirrors. So, what on earth did they use for their daily grooming? They surely couldn’t go out with unkempt hanfu hairstyle. In fact, even before the invention of mirrors, our Chinese ancestors had many ways to see their own appearance. Ⅰ. Various Methods 1. Using Water Read more…
The Ne Zha series of movies has released materials about Ne Zha’s appearance when he was a child. Many people are interested in the “bellyband” that Ne Zha wore as a child. However, underwear wasn’t called a bellyband in every dynasty. So, we have to start from ancient – style underwear. Read more…
In Ne Zha 2, Lady Yin, the most powerful woman behind little Ne Zha, is also a very charming character. This time, let’s analyze Lady Yin’s dressing techniques! Ⅰ. The Sophistication of Lady Yin’s Clothing She wears a zhi – ju robe (直裾袍). When going into battle, she puts on armor over Read more…
Spring has arrived before we knew it. Many parts of China are currently experiencing a cold snap after the onset of spring. After this cold spell, numerous flowers will bloom, and it’ll be a great time to visit gardens and parks. But aside from these common ways of enjoying flowers, Read more…