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Yes, but not just for aesthetics – it’s about lineage. My family traces back to Fujian Ming scholars, so wearing Ming-style zhishen reflects my roots. Different dynasties carried different philosophies; Yuan styles blended Mongol elements, while Han-dominated dynasties like Song emphasized Confucian simplicity. Start with your own regional/dynastic heritage if possible. BUT – if you’re non-Chinese exploring hanfu, focus on understanding context rather than claiming ‘accuracy’. Appreciation > appropriation.