{"id":5956,"date":"2025-05-28T09:53:10","date_gmt":"2025-05-28T01:53:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.silkdivas.com\/blog\/?p=5956"},"modified":"2025-07-04T15:20:34","modified_gmt":"2025-07-04T07:20:34","slug":"why-do-all-the-guys-in-historical-dramas-have-the-same-hairstyle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.silkdivas.com\/blog\/index.php\/2025\/05\/28\/why-do-all-the-guys-in-historical-dramas-have-the-same-hairstyle\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Do All the Guys in Historical Dramas Have the Same Hairstyle"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>We\u2019ve talked a lot about traditional women\u2019s hairstyles, but rarely do we touch on men\u2019s. Maybe that\u2019s because\u2026 there doesn\u2019t seem to be much to talk about?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some people wonder: \u201cAre male hairstyles in costume dramas running <strong>out of creativity<\/strong>?\u201d Why do female characters get such a variety of intricate hairdos, while male styles often all look the <strong>same<\/strong>?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.silkdivas.com\/\">male Hanfu<\/a> enthusiast wanting to try something different with your hair, can historical dramas offer any inspiration?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s take a closer look and see what answers we can find to these questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2160. The Problem with Repetitive Male Hairstyles in Costume Dramas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In many Chinese historical dramas, actor Zhang Wanyi seems to sport the exact <strong>same hairstyle<\/strong>\u2014whether he&#8217;s in <em>Lost You Forever<\/em>,<em>The Rise of Ning<\/em>, or<em> Are You the One<\/em>. Honestly, you could swap him between sets and few would notice. But are hairstyle options for male characters in period dramas really that limited?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"579\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/www.silkdivas.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/image-558.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5958\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s break down the common elements of male hairstyles in costume dramas. Most styles can be built by mixing and matching just a few components:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><em>Fully tied-up hair<\/em><\/strong>: In ancient China, men were expected to<strong> tie all <\/strong>their hair up once they came of age. This is hands-down the <strong>most common hairstyle<\/strong> seen in dramas today.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>Bangs or \u201cdragon whiskers\u201d<\/em><\/strong>: These fringe-like strands frame the face, <strong>soften sharp features<\/strong> like high cheekbones, and give off a roguish, martial-arts vibe.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>Half-down hair<\/em><\/strong>: Originally a look for children who hadn&#8217;t reached adulthood, this style has been adapted for <strong>adult<\/strong> characters in dramas.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"688\" height=\"337\" src=\"https:\/\/www.silkdivas.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/de1d4008e35e7d8934a4232d3564be37.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5976\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When combined\u2014for example, bangs with half-down hair\u2014these elements can create a &#8220;1+1&gt;2&#8221; visually richer look that feels more dynamic onscreen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"581\" height=\"292\" src=\"https:\/\/www.silkdivas.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/image-560.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5960\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2161. Real-Life Hairstyles for Men in Ancient China<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In the real world\u2014not just on screen\u2014the dominant style for ancient Chinese men was, without a doubt, the <strong>tied-up hairstyle<\/strong>. Its continued reign in costume dramas owes a lot to the influence of Qin and Han dynasty culture, especially the widespread depiction of such styles in the <strong>Terracotta Army<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"397\" height=\"528\" src=\"https:\/\/www.silkdivas.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/image-562.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5962\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From the Terracotta Warriors, we get a clear view of traditional men&#8217;s hairstyles: neatly parted hair, twisted or coiled into buns (some centered, some off to the side). There\u2019s even variety in the braiding\u2014some feature single braids, others multiple strands\u2014showing that even within a structured style, there was room for<strong> creativity<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"553\" height=\"487\" src=\"https:\/\/www.silkdivas.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/image-564.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5964\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The<strong> tied-up bun<\/strong> became the foundational hairstyle for Han Chinese men. But here\u2019s the thing\u2014the hairstyle itself was just the base. What really made a man&#8217;s look distinctive was the headwear: <strong>the crowns, caps, and wraps that signified status, formality, and even personality.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There were ceremonial crowns for formal events, casual caps for daily wear, and specific hats tied to social rank. Fashion changed over time too:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>During the <strong>Han Dynasty<\/strong>, scholars often wore tall headwraps.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In the <strong>Tang Dynasty<\/strong>, the soft putou head wrap became trendy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <strong>Song Dynasty<\/strong> favored elegant scarves for scholars.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <strong>Ming Dynasty<\/strong> brought in square-shaped hats and sheer gauze headgear.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"253\" src=\"https:\/\/www.silkdivas.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/459754d4ec301db03750d43d50f77f7f.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5977\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2162. Court Hairstyles: Uniformity Over Creativity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Hairstyle expectations in the imperial court were very different from those in civilian life. In the court\u2014especially during official ceremonies and festivals\u2014the aesthetic leaned heavily toward a strict, uniform appearance. You might even call it a kind of \u201cvisual austerity.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A great example of this can be seen in the Ming Dynasty painting \u201c<em>Ming Emperor Xianzong Enjoying the Lantern Festival<\/em>\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the <strong>first section<\/strong>, you\u2019ll find a lineup of adult men in <strong>formal court attire<\/strong>. Their hairstyles and headwear are virtually identical, and aside from minor differences in clothing color, the cuts and styles of their robes are nearly the same.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"713\" height=\"458\" src=\"https:\/\/www.silkdivas.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/image-566.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5966\" style=\"width:625px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>second section<\/strong> features portraits of adult court women. Again, the same principle applies\u2014the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.silkdivas.com\/\">hanfu<\/a> hairstyles and accessories are structured and <strong>similar in shape<\/strong>, with only slight variations in color. Consistency was clearly the priority.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"618\" height=\"386\" src=\"https:\/\/www.silkdivas.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/image-568.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5968\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"616\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/www.silkdivas.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/image-570.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5970\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, contrast this with the <strong>third section<\/strong>, which shows entertainers and street performers entering the palace. Here, creativity abounds. Their outfits and hairstyles are far more diverse, designed to suit various characters and performances. This part of the painting is full of <strong>visual flair and individuality.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In short, while the palace elite were bound by rigid visual standards that emphasized order and unity, the people on the margins\u2014performers, vendors, and everyday folk\u2014were free to explore more vibrant and expressive styles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s often said that male characters in historical dramas don\u2019t get as much variety in their styling as female characters\u2014and that\u2019s somewhat true, at least when it comes to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.silkdivas.com\/\">hanfu<\/a> hairstyles. But to call their looks \u201cboring\u201d might be a little unfair. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After all, ancient Chinese men had an entire world of accessories at their disposal: elaborate hats, elegant hairpieces, jade ornaments, and even ceremonial swords. These weren\u2019t just decorative\u2014they helped <strong>define a man\u2019s status, style, and overall presence.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"630\" height=\"419\" src=\"https:\/\/www.silkdivas.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/image-572.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5973\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re into historical fashion and want to make your look stand out, don\u2019t overlook these elements. While women might reach for jewelry and layered gowns, men had their own \u201cwardrobe weapons\u201d\u2014boxes of<strong> hats, hairpins, and finely crafted gear.<\/strong>&nbsp;You&#8217;re welcome to share your thoughts in the comments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you prefer the dramatic flair of TV costumes or a more historically accurate aesthetic, the key is choosing a look that suits you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We\u2019ve talked a lot about traditional women\u2019s hairstyles, but rarely do we touch on men\u2019s. Maybe that\u2019s because\u2026 there doesn\u2019t seem to be much to talk about? 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