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 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 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…
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 Festival Gala featured a program called Jin Xiu, celebrating the Read more…
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…