Hanfu is becoming more and more popular. More and more people begin to wear Hanfu in their daily life. Today I'd like to introduce two bosses who really integrate Hanfu into daily life. Hanfu theme noodle shop, do you want to try it? Nowadays in Xi'an, there are more and more people wearing Hanfu. Han Tingting (韩婷婷) is the owner of a noodle shop in Xi'an. She just contacted Hanfu and didn't hide her love. In Han Tingting's view, Xi'an is a city with a special historical background, and the Tang Dynasty is one of the most prosperous dynasties in Chinese history. Han Tingting especially likes the culture of the Tang Dynasty and thinks that the clothes of the Tang Dynasty are the most beautiful clothes. She was fascinated by the grandeur and prosperity of the Tang Dynasty and the beauty and delicacy of her clothes. Han Tingting said that she spent three hours every day to make up because the makeup is more elegant, clothing, accessories and so on are also more exquisite, and she is very tired to remove makeup every day. Although tired, Han Tingting enjoys it. She runs a noodle shop near the north square of…

4 handsome male traditional Chinese clothing style you'll probably want to try In 2020 Nowadays, it's common for boys to wear traditional Chinese clothes, but compared with girls' styles, Chinese men's costume styles are much less, but once boys wear Hanfu, Zhongshan suits, or other male Chinese style clothes, they will become irresistible. Today, I'd like to bring you 4 popular male traditional Chinese clothing styles and precautions when wearing.   4 popular style of male traditional Chinese clothing Round Collar Robe Round collar robes first appeared in the Shang Dynasty, one of the male traditional Chinese clothing. After the Wei, Jin and Southern and Northern Dynasties, the round collar robes began to actively absorb the characteristics of minority men costumes, but at the same time, they did not lose the original characteristics of the Han nationality. The Northern Wei Dynasty, founded by Xianbei people, began to dress as formal clothes and was popular from Sui and Tang Dynasties to the end of the Ming Dynasty. After the Song Dynasty, the round collar robe became one of the official costumes, which was also widely used in the later Ming Dynasty. The round collar robe of the Ming Dynasty became the…

Red Chinese dress & clothing is almost the favorite of Chinese people in festivals. Do you know why? Red is the most easily acquired color of primitive human, and one of the most primitive colors of human perception of nature. Red is the most striking color with a strong impact. In many countries and some ethnic groups, red has the function of expelling evil. In ancient China, the walls of many palaces and temples were red, and most of the officials, residences and costumes were red; in important events and places, it symbolizes solemnity, dignity, and authority; in the wedding, it symbolizes celebration; in traditional festivals, it symbolizes auspiciousness; in daily use, it symbolizes warmth and beauty.   Red Chinese Dress & Clothing in Ancient China Red in the Han dynasty Mawangdui Han tomb is the tomb of Xin Zhui (217-168 BC), the wife of Li Cang, the Prime Minister of the state of Changsha in the Han Dynasty. Many cultural relics unearthed are very precious, and several of them are even more amazing to our vision. It is unique in the world, has a history of more than 2200 years. This Quju is one of them, the combination of red…

Chinese fashion elements have always been closely related to Chinese traditional culture, auspicious patterns and Hanfu also have a very good combination. There are many auspicious patterns in Chinese folk. On the new year's day, or on a festive day, people like to decorate their rooms with these auspicious patterns to express their yearning for a happy life and the celebration of a good day. It is the most common way to extend and extend the natural attributes and characteristics of some animals and plants. For example, dragon and Phoenix are used to symbolize power. From ancient times to now, Dragon is the auspicious God of ancient China. It is regarded as the totem of the Chinese nation and has supreme status. In Chinese, pronunciation often corresponds to several Chinese characters, so using the same and similar pronunciation can achieve a certain rhetorical effect. These auspicious patterns have been popular from the Han Dynasty to Ming Dynasty, and they are mostly seen in ancient porcelain of the Ming and Qing Dynasty. Today, Chinese fashion elements are constantly integrated into our modern life, and our Hanfu and auspicious patterns are also very well combined. Let's follow the steps of Hanfu Time…

The history of China clothing has a long history. From the primitive society, Xia, Shang and Zhou dynasties, spring and autumn, Warring States, Qin and Han Dynasties, Wei, Jin, Southern and Northern Dynasties, Sui and Tang Dynasties, song, yuan, Ming and Qing Dynasties, to modern times, it has attracted the world's attention with distinctive characteristics. This article will introduce four typical styles in Chinese clothing history: Hanfu, Qipao, Zhongshan suit, and Tang suit. In addition, we will introduce the characteristics and changes of China's clothing in several periods. 4 kinds of classic China clothing 1. Hanfu Hanfu, the full name of "traditional costume of Han nationality", is a traditional costume and accessories system with unique characteristics of Han nationality from the period of Yellow Emperor to the middle of the 17th century (the end of the Ming Dynasty and the beginning of Qing Dynasty). In the main residential areas of the Han nationality, Hanfu was formed through natural evolution with the "Chinese Han" culture as the background and leading ideology, Chinese etiquette culture as the center. Hanfu not only has a long history but also has a profound impact on the clothing of neighboring countries: including Japan, South Korea, Vietnam,…

Chinese traditional wedding is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful weddings.  Traditional Chinese wedding dress also has a long history and rich tradition. The traditional wedding in China is not only the wedding of the newly married couple, but also the celebration of their family and the whole culture. Since ancient times, China has been a country that attaches great importance to etiquette, and "wedding" is undoubtedly the most important thing in one's life. As an important part of the wedding, the wedding dress has a long history in China too. The Chinese culture has been passed on for thousands of years, and the traditional wedding dress has changed in the long process of passing on. Although the custom of traditional Chinese wedding has changed a lot with the passage of time (the ancient traditional wedding custom can refer to this article: Introduction of Chinese Traditional Hanfu Wedding), but today, with the continuous rejuvenation of Chinese clothing culture, many newlyweds choose to wear a traditional Chinese wedding dress on this important day. So, please follow me to explore the traditional Chinese wedding dress.   General introduction of the traditional Chinese wedding dress The Chinese wedding dress originated in Zhou Dynasty, experienced…

Today, I'd like to introduce an illustrator, her works are not only vivid but also based on traditional Chinese culture. Let's take a look at her pictures of the Tang Dynasty make-up. The first step of beauty makeup is to apply lead powder (敷铅粉) that can make your face white. In order to become beautiful, it's not easy. Fortunately, the modern whitening foundation is not leaded. The second step is to apply the rouge (抹胭脂). The red face is pretty charming. The third step, eyebrows (画黛眉), which are thick and short, are full of retro temperament. The fourth step is Tie huadian (贴花钿), which makes all kinds of small flowers made of gold and silver paste on the face for decoration. The fifth step is Dian mianye (点面靥). It is said that the dimples are replaced by little red dots on both sides of the cheeks. It looks more lively and lovely. The sixth step is Miao xiehong (描斜红), it draws a red crescent on both sides of the corner of the eye. Step seven: put on lipstick (涂唇脂). Do you know what color number is popular in the Tang Dynasty? After makeup, of course, remember to make a hairstyle…

Not long ago, Pantone, the global color vane, announced the year of 2020 popular colors: Classic Blue 19-4052. Pantone official said that the classic blue is the color of the sky at dusk, "the eternal classic blue shows elegance in simplicity, just like the sky at dusk, which is thought-provoking and reassuring. " This kind of blue is called "the classic immortal blue", because it is the blue when the day and night alternate, its color is deeper, and also richer than the blue and sky blue. Classic blue is solemn and elegant, which is the favorite color of many royal families. So in 2020, what new attempt will be made in the color matching of Hanfu? Can be traditional · Can be charming · Classic blue What kind of blue can wear the feeling of versatile? It must be the latest "2020 blue". In Chinese history, it can also be replaced by royal blue. No matter it's used in a blouse or skirt, it's of excellent temperament and extreme beauty. Demonstration: More than Blue Not only 2020 blue, but also many kinds of matching blue, such as peacock blue, cyan blue, light blue. Find the most suitable blue hanfu…

I have received a lot of PMs recently, all of them asking me the same question. Do you know or like Li Ziqi or not? Do you think that she can be counted as a sort of Chinese culture export? Of course, before that, I have thought about this for a long time. I started to perceive Li Ziqi from 2017. So I think I have my own perspective of what she's doing, and it's worth sharing. On-screen, Li Ziqi’s life seems to defy the rules of reality. With more than 60 million fans worldwide, the Chinese internet celebrity is famous for her videos, where she performs the work of a farmer with the grace of a fairy. In one video, she picks flowers on horseback in a red cape, invoking the image of Red Riding Hood. In another, she builds an item of bamboo furniture set using traditional Chinese techniques. Actually, I remember that back in the summer of 2017, she had a lot of haters who were doubting the real intention behind her videos. And then she put out an article that explains how many of the materials she does herself and how much hard work she puts in it and how real and authentic her…

In winter, it's a good time to take pictures of the snowscape of Hanfu. However, we believe that everyone will encounter the same problem when taking photos: "Stiff posture when taking pictures" (well, this problem may exist in any season). But! Don't worry, we have found some super easy-to-use winter Hanfu snow props for you. Oil-paper umbrella How can you make a snow scene without an oil paper umbrella? It's not only 100% utilized when taking a picture, but also can block the wind when you are frozen for beauty. And no matter how you shoot it, it will be super artistic conception. Usage: Open the umbrella: open the umbrella, but don't fully support it. Keep it half-open, and just look at the umbrella naturally. Support umbrella: open the umbrella, support it flat or tilt it slightly. Back image: put the open umbrella behind your shoulder. Holding umbrella: close the umbrella, hold it in front of your chest, and pay attention to relaxation. Mili Mili: 幕篱; an ancient hat for women to cover their faces when they go out. When taking Hanfu photos, you will also encounter the situation that it is not natural to look directly at the lens.…

The word Qipao originally meant "Qing People's Robe." But in modern day, cheongsam dress immediately conjures up images of the famous traditional Chinese outfit, an icon of Eastern Asian fashion and a symbol of Shanghai City, with an enduring appeal the world over. You may think, "Chinese women wear qipao every day or anybody know how to wear qipao." However, with the development of society, only a few people wear traditional cheongsam everyday, and a lot of people don’t even know how to wear qipao in modern life. Traditional qipao got avoided by people because it took time to wear one compare to modern clothes, and it was hard to move when wearing it. Now, It hasn't always been this way, that situation has been changed. Modern fashion coordinates the heat of qipao dress. Western trend is bright fashion, and qipao has a vintage design that western clothes don’t have. So, today's young people are having fun that they arrange qipao style with their favorite fashion elements. This time we'll bring you a brief history of traditional cheongsam and unveil how the modern qipao fashion achieves rapid development, and hope you enjoy it! What is the Modern Qipao of Chinese…

Often think it's too cold to wear Hanfu in winter? A kind of Chinese style Hanfu is suitable for winter, it is Changshan (长衫) Changshan is a good choice. In the early Ming Dynasty, it was still the Duijin jacket that was popular. At the end of the Ming Dynasty and the beginning of the Qing Dynasty, the Changshan with stand collar was more popular, warmer, and more stable. It can be worn for important festival activities or daily activities. How to wear and match the Changshan of the Hanfu suit? (1) Hanfu Changshan inside: Zhuyao (主腰) / Hanshan (汗衫) The Zhuyao is close-fitting underwear (such as brassiere). Besides the round neck, the Hanshan also has a standing neck. You can choose the right clothes to wear according to the seasonal changes. (2) Under the Changshan: horse-face skirt (马面裙) The pleated skirt is also a kind of horse-face skirt, popular from the late Ming Dynasty to the early Qing Dynasty. (3) The main body of Changshan: There are also two kinds of long shirts, inside match and outside match. The base coat for the inside, the fabric is thin, and the function is similar to the T-shirt, which is suitable…

Wear Hanfu as a Chinese fashion brand? Skateboarders, but a robe, skirt flying with the wind. ▼ Sometimes on the bus, subway or airport, you can also meet the classical girl in the Hanfu long suit. ▼ A few friends meet to wear Hanfu to go shopping and wear a mixed style Hanfu. ▼ Have you noticed that the Chinese fashion style is becoming more and more popular recently? All kinds of Chinese fashion styles and traditional element designs are sought after by young people, and the frequency of seeing Hanfu is also much higher? More and more fashionable men and women are in love with Hanfu, and they are wearing distinctive traditional clothes and walking on the streets. When young people's fashion personality collides with traditional cultural symbols, it's no longer a "spectacle" to wear Chinese fashion style clothes across the street. On the contrary, these young people dressed in Hanfu construct another landscape of the modern city. Today we also found 5 young people who love Hanfu. Let's feel their daily Hanfu life together. Hanfu & Chinese Fashion & Modern Youth ❶ Miss San sui 24 / actor Q: How much do you spend on Hanfu? A: I…

Christmas is coming, want to dress yourself up for Christmas? Want to prepare any gifts at Christmas? We have prepared Hanfu and accessories that are especially suitable for Christmas. I hope you like them. (There are many pictures. It is recommended to open them and browse under the WiFi network.) 01 Ao (马面裙)+ Horse-faced Skirt 02 Ao + Bijia  (比甲) 03 Top + Half Sleeve + Skirt 04 Ao + Skirt 05 Chang Ao + Horse-faced Skirt 06 Ao + Skirt 07 Ao + Bijia + Skirt 08 Ao + Cloak + Horse-faced Skirt 09 Accessories: Hairband 10 Hairpin More about Han element clothing:

Preface In winter, it's time to meditate: "I think I need to buy new clothes to wear."  Take this fall and winter dressing guide and save your choice procrastination! Many girls will think that Hanfu is not suitable for autumn and winter, because in the cold season, wearing Hanfu fashion is either beautiful and frozen or easy to show fat, but it is not like this! Hanfu Time has prepared this strategy for you. Let's have a look. #Need to pay attention to fabrics for winter wear, satin is the easiest to match# In fact, the collocation logic of Hanfu is very similar to that of fashion wear. In winter, as long as we grasp the layering between fabrics, we can keep warm and beautiful. For example, the easiest to mix and match is "Satin". The luster of silk is elegant and dignified. The dark pattern enhances the overall texture. It is simple and not monotonous. There is no pressure to put on all kinds of Ao (袄). It can be called a friend of winter wear. Wear Demonstration: #Velvet# The glossy velvet is soft and warm, which can be matched with fashion skirts, daily and beautiful; when the temperature is…

"What should I wear tomorrow", it's like an epic puzzle, just like people asking you "what to eat at noon every day". According to a survey, in fact, many people want to try to wear Hanfu to work. Even if they are new to Hanfu, they also want to try more Hanfu styles on different occasions, but traditional Hanfu is too eye-catching and time-consuming. What should we do? Hanfu Time have prepared #How to wear Hanfu on weekdays# for you, made a plan for you to wear Hanfu on weekdays. Monday Monday must be a nightmare for many people. On this day, you need some stylish clothes to decorate your neat and generous office style. Focus on simple collocation, black and white sense of conciseness, and win in detail. Wear Examples: Tuesday Continuing the style of Monday, the style in Tuesday's dress can be slightly gentle, mainly comfortable and fashionable, adding some fresh colors, and the decoration of dark lines. It's very suitable for matching with wide-leg pants. Wear Examples: Wednesday On Wednesday, you can bring yourself and your colleagues a more comfortable mood. At this time, you can wear more outstandingly, even in bright colors and printed skirts. Wear Examples:…

Q: How do you become an enthusiastic promoter of Hanfu? A: I am not an active promoter of Hanfu, but I have a certain sense of mission to traditional culture, which can also be explained as enthusiasm and preference. I have written some Chinese style lyrics with the charm of classical poetry before, and I was busy with a drama related to calligraphy a while ago, so I would have paid some attention to the traditional culture. About nine years ago, I began to pay attention to some activities of Hanfu Tongpao (同袍; Hanfu fans call each other Tongpao) on the Internet and kept continuous attention to this. Since then, I have placed a certain sense of mission on the rejuvenation and promotion of Hanfu. At the same time, Kevin, the director of our company, has some contacts with relevant departments in Xitang (西塘), Zhejiang Province, so it's a coincidence that we started the first Hanfu culture week in Xitang seven years ago. Q: In your mind, what is the existence of Hanfu? A: Hanfu is a long-forgotten traditional dress. Sometimes to explain the Han suit to others, you need to add another sentence: the Han suit is the traditional…

In Hanfu, "Doupeng (斗篷, Cloak)" and "Pifeng (披风, Cape)" are often confused. It seems that there is no difference between them in Hanfu. But in fact, they are totally different things. Today, we will introduce the difference between them.   "Doupeng (斗篷, Cloak)" Doupeng, it usually has a stand collar, no cap, no sleeve, and generally has a slit at the back. It's usually matched with a hat. Cover the whole body to prevent wind and cold. And the design of the Doupeng is not convenient for the hands to move, so it just keeps people warm. Doupeng, evolved from coir raincoats, was originally made of hemp to resist rain and snow. In the Ming and Qing Dynasties, silk fabrics were widely used in Doupeng, not limited to rainy and snowy days. It was a kind of clothing to keep out the cold, with long and short styles, high collar, and low collar. When going out in winter, both men and women, officials, and people like to wear Doupeng, but there's a rule that you can't be salute in this kind of dress, or it's considered disrespectful. After the middle of the Qing Dynasty, women's cloaks were very common, and…

When it comes to the skirts of the Ming Dynasty, many people will remember the typical "Ma Mian Qun (马面裙, horse face skirt)",  often gives a sense of elegance and wealth. It looks very dignified and gentle when matched with Han suit Ao (袄).   Introduction of Ma Mian Qun & Lan Ma Mian Qun, also known as "Ma Mian Zhe Qun (horse face pleats skirt)", is a kind of traditional Chinese dress. There are four front and back skirt doors, overlapping each other, side pleating, middle skirt door overlapping part, commonly known as "Ma Mian (horse face, 马面)". The whole circle of patterns on the Ma Mian Qun's is called Lan, the bottom is called bottom Lan, and the top is called knee Lan. Double Lan was very popular in the middle of the Ming Dynasty. But later, with the growth of women's top in the Ming Dynasty, the knee Lan was gradually weakened because they were covered, while the bottoms Lan were widened and bold.   Why is it called "Ma Mian"? The question of why Ma Mian Qun named has always been puzzling, what's the relationship between the animal's name and the skirt? In fact, "Ma Mian"…

Hanfu, also known as Hanyiguan and Hanzhuang, generally refers to the traditional costumes of the Han nationality, but not the clothing people wear in the Han Dynasty. In ancient china, clothing possessed high values with regards to different aspects. In addition to the basic functions of warm-keeping and aesthetic, the most important essences are the cultural and political meaning it represented. There are many styles of Hanfu clothing, which can be roughly divided into three categories: Yichang system, is the kind with the separation of the upper and the lower garments. Shenyi system, is the one-piece kind that unites the upper and the lower garments together, make separately and sew together. Paofu system, cut out the upper and the lower garments with a piece of cloth, no seam in the middle, natural integration. Based on these three basic forms of dressing, this article will introduce some classic Hanfu clothing styles. Yichang System  Ruqun Ruqun appeared in the Warring States period, rising in the Wei, Jin and Southern and Northern Dynasties. Ru skirt was the daily dress of ordinary people (women) until the late Ming and Qing Dynasties. Ruqun, with the short clothes on the upper body and the skirts on the lower…