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What Are the Key Differences Between Hanfu Styles?
I know that Hanfu has changed significantly over time, especially across different dynasties, but are there other factors that influence how styles vary? For example, are certain styles of Hanfu reserved for specific social classes, like the nobility or scholars, while others were worn by common people? How does this historical distinction affect the way Hanfu is viewed today, and does it still carry that social hierarchy? Are there certain features of the clothing that immediately indicate whether someone was of higher social status, and does that still play a role in choosing which style to wear today?
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We know Hanfu looks different depending on the dynasty, but what other differences are there? What about social class or role in society?
- Class-based Differences: So, it’s not just about which dynasty you’re talking about—social class mattered a lot too. Aristocrats or officials wore fancier Hanfu made from silk, with bright colors and fancy patterns. Regular people wore simpler styles, with coarser fabrics and less decoration. So if you see a really fancy Hanfu, it might be because it was meant for the elite.
- Role-based Differences: Hanfu wasn’t just about looking good—it showed your role in society. For example, officials wore long robes with big sleeves to show their status, while soldiers needed something more practical, so their clothes were simpler. Scholars had their own style too, which was all about being elegant and dignified.
- Could Commoners Wear Fancy Styles?: Back in the day, fancy Hanfu was for the rich, but over time, as trade and things improved, some of these styles became available to regular folks. So nowadays, anyone can wear a Hanfu from any dynasty, no matter their class.
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Tang’s all about bold—wide sleeves, loud colors. Song’s chill—slim cuts, soft vibes. Ming’s fancy—high collars, structured layers!
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Uh, some are long and flowy, others tighter? Like, Tang’s big, Song’s simple—kinda like that?
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It’s the silhouette—Han’s loose robes, Wei-Jin’s airy, Ming’s got that ornate edge. Each era’s got its own swagger!
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