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…
The movie poster for The Litchi Road has just been revealed, and it shows Yang Mi as Zheng Yuting—the devoted first wife who famously declares, “I married him, not the whole of Chang’an.” She’s seen journeying alongside Li Shande, played Read more…
In the historical drama The Litchi Road, actress Zhang Tian’ai appears as Lady Seventeen, stunning audiences in a Tang-style hanfu. As soon as she made her entrance, viewers took to the internet, exclaiming: “That look, that aura—she really brought the Read more…