What were the ancient Chinese people doing thousands of years ago? They were working, eating, and having fun. It seems that their lives weren’t all that different from ours today.
We’ve covered a lot of hardcore science popularization lately. Let’s talk about something more relaxing now. Why do the zombies in Chinese horror movies always wear Qing Dynasty clothing? And why do they all stretch their arms out like they’re doing some weird zombie pose? Could it have something to do with Read more…
In many period dramas inspired by Han Dynasty aesthetics, it’s common to see female characters portrayed with delicate, small lips. For example, in the upcoming drama The Prisoner Of Beauty, actress Song Zuer’s look sparked online buzz, with fans exclaiming that her small lips are a perfect match for a Read more…
China is not only home to the rich tradition of Hanfu clothing, but also boasts a long and flavorful culinary history. While we’ve previously explored ancient staples and traditional drinks, one area we haven’t touched on much is snacks and desserts. So today, let’s talk about Tang Guozi (唐菓子)— a traditional treat Read more…
In many historical Chinese dramas, especially those featuring women dressed in Hanfu, you’ve probably seen a scene where a woman gently presses a piece of red paper to her lips — and voilà, her lips are perfectly tinted. It’s a beautiful image, but have you ever wondered: is that even Read more…
Have you ever thought about getting married in a beautiful Chinese wedding dress? Nowadays, most people hold weddings at noon, often insisting on starting before 12 PM. But in ancient China, weddings typically took place in the evening, and this detail is often depicted in historically accurate costume dramas. Is Read more…
If you could travel back to ancient China and become an Eldest Princess, which image would you shape for yourself? The type who appears gentle and noble on the surface, but secretly wields enormous power and is ruthless in political maneuvering (like the Eldest Princess in Joy of Life)? The Read more…
In the ancient costume drama The Glory, when Zhuang Hanyan took out the firelock, I wonder how many people’s hearts skipped a beat? Netizens asked: Sister Yan, where did you get that firelock? Which do you think looks more beautiful, the combination of the firelock and Hanfu, or Hanfu paired Read more…
There’s a wide range of nail designs, from short – length and mid – long – length styles to minimalist, glittery, and vintage ones. Just like the world of fashion, the realm of nail art offers diverse options. But did you know? Nail – dyeing techniques existed during the Tang Read more…
In ancient China, it was extremely challenging for women to achieve great feats. However, there was a particular group that was an exception: female officials. Do you know that there were some Chinese women who didn’t have to confine themselves to the domestic sphere? Female officials were among them. Two Read more…
If you ask Chinese kids what they want most during the Spring Festival, all decked out in their Chinese New Year outfits, 99.9% of them will answer, “Give me a big red envelope!” And the remaining 0.01% who don’t ask for red envelopes are just pretending. Why is there this Read more…