The Art of Chinese Tie-Dye and Hanfu Craft Highlights
The Origins of Chinese Tie-Dye Tie-dye is a cool technique where fabric is tied into bundles (or sewn) and dyed to create awesome patterns—also known…
Category: Hanfu Basics & Culture
Hanfu in Artworks: A Timeless Beauty
Hanfu’s Artistic Journey Hanfu’s stunning evolution spanned the solemnity of Han, the vibrancy of Tang, the elegance of Song, and the richness of Ming, only…
Ancient Chinese Clothes Rack: Where Hanfu Found Its Place in History
The Story of Ancient Clothes Racks When the cold wind hits and you grab your wool coat or puffy jacket, have you ever wondered how…
Top 10 Traditional Chinese Auspicious Patterns: A Visual Treat
Chinese Auspicious Patterns Overview Patterns are a big part of Chinese culture, woven into history and everyday life, reflecting the customs of each era. Let’s…
Is Hanfu Too Hot for Summer? Yes, But Not How You Think!
Under the blazing summer sun, it feels like you might just get roasted alive… Girls hit the streets in tank tops, shorts, and mini skirts,…
China’s Traditional Clothing Colors: The “Five Primary Colors”
As a key part of human civilization, China’s traditional clothing boasts a rich and dazzling color history. Clothing hues often doubled as symbols of the…
Chengdu’s Youngsters Rock Hanfu with Mad Cultural Confidence
Half of Hanfu sales snatched by post-95s? Are Chengdu folks the biggest Hanfu fans? Just how hot is Hanfu? 2018 Hanfu consumer data shows Chengdu…
Huachao Festival—A Holiday Revived Thanks to Hanfu
The Huachao Festival, also called the “Flower God Festival,” is the birthday of all flowers. It was super popular across most of China back in…
Can You Really Tell Hanfu, Hanbok, and Kimono Apart?
Let’s dig into the roots—Hanbok (or Joseon attire) from Korea (Joseon) evolved from China’s Hanfu over time, developing its own local flair while keeping some…
Spring Is Here—Put on Your Hanfu and Go See the Flowers
Blossoms Everywhere in Spring When the east wind blows, peach blossoms blush, apricots bloom in white, cherry blossoms turn soft pink, and pear blossoms fall…