Welcome to Ehanfu’s Hanfu Community!

At first yes, now I just smile and say “It’s traditional Chinese clothing — hanfu.” Most people are curious, not rude.

I usually reply “Yeah kinda, but the cool historical kind” — keeps it light and opens the door for nice conversations.

A proper Tang ruqun with good drape. Once you have the basics down, Tang feels like the next level — more dramatic but still wearable.

A beizi + pleated skirt combo (Song style). Very versatile: you can mix with modern pieces easily.

Vacuum compression bags + hanging the top separately. Compress the skirts, hang the tops on slim velvet hangers. Saves insane space.

I use those hanging closet organizers with multiple shelves. Fold skirts loosely, stack them flat — no creases.

Song dynasty hands down. High waist + loose fit + vertical pleats = very flattering on almost every body shape.

Tang style can be great if you like curves, but the very open neckline and big sleeves can be unforgiving if you’re self-conscious about shoulders/arms.

Extremely normal. Almost everyone feels self-conscious the first 2–3 outings. After that you either get used to it or you stop caring — both are wins.

I used to hunch my shoulders and walk super fast. Now I just walk normally and smile. People stare way less when you act confident.

Believing the model photos 100%. Models are usually very tall + thin + professionally lit. Real-person review pics are way more honest.

Not checking the actual measurements chart and just picking by height. Hanfu sizing is very inconsistent across shops.

A basic white or light blue Song-style aoqun set. Simple, flattering on almost everyone, and not overwhelming.

Don’t stress about “authenticity” for your very first one. Just get something that makes you smile when you look in the mirror. The historical deep-dive can come later—first step is falling in love with wearing it.

Bonus points: you get to practice all the poses for when you finally go out.

No shame in hanfu self-care Sundays. We all deserve to feel like ancient nobility while eating instant noodles.

Yes and no. The cheap mass-produced stuff floods the market, but the really good artisan pieces are still expensive and rare.

I’m okay with fast-fashion hanfu as entry-level, most people start there and then upgrade when they get hooked.